Patents by Inventor James R. Pastena
James R. Pastena has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 9821164Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for treating bronchial constriction related to asthma, anaphylaxis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease wherein the treatment includes stimulating selected nerve fibers responsible for smooth muscle dilation at a selected region within a patient's neck, thereby reducing the magnitude of constriction of bronchial smooth muscle.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2014Date of Patent: November 21, 2017Assignee: Electrocore, LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, Steven Mendez, Bruce J. Simon, James R. Pastena, Hecheng Hu, Arthur Ross
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Patent number: 9037246Abstract: Methods and devices for treating bronchial constriction related to asthma and anaphylaxis wherein the treatment includes providing an electrical impulse to a selected region of the vagus nerve and/or the lungs of a patient suffering from bronchial constriction.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2010Date of Patent: May 19, 2015Assignee: Electrocore, LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, James R. Pastena, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Arthur Ross
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Publication number: 20140343565Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for treating bronchial constriction related to asthma, anaphylaxis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease wherein the treatment includes stimulating selected nerve fibers responsible for smooth muscle dilation at a selected region within a patient's neck, thereby reducing the magnitude of constriction of bronchial smooth muscle.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2014Publication date: November 20, 2014Inventors: Joseph P. Errico, Steven Mendez, Bruce J. Simon, James R. Pastena, Hecheng Hu, Arthur Ross
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Patent number: 8812112Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for treating bronchial constriction related to asthma, anaphylaxis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease wherein the treatment includes stimulating selected nerve fibers responsible for smooth muscle dilation at a selected region within a patient's neck, thereby reducing the magnitude of constriction of bronchial smooth muscle.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2009Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Assignee: Electrocore, LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, James R. Pastena, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Arthur Ross, Bruce Simon
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Patent number: 8666496Abstract: The present invention provides systems, apparatus and methods for selectively applying electrical energy to body tissue. A device is provided with an electrode positioned within the interior of an enclosure and a fluid passage coupled to the enclosure for delivery of an electrically conductive fluid such that the electrically conductive fluid. The conductive fluid allows for the passage of electrical energy from the electrode through the fluid and the outer wall of the enclosure for treatment of tissue on or in a patient. The electrode does not directly contact the tissue of the patient, which reduces the potential for collateral tissue damage or necrosis and/or excessive electric fields in the tissue.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2013Date of Patent: March 4, 2014Assignee: Electrocore, LLCInventors: Bruce Simon, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Richard P. Dickerson, James R. Pastena, Puyun Guo
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Publication number: 20130204334Abstract: The present invention provides systems, apparatus and methods for selectively applying electrical energy to body tissue. A device is provided with an electrode positioned within the interior of an enclosure and a fluid passage coupled to the enclosure for delivery of an electrically conductive fluid such that the electrically conductive fluid. The conductive fluid allows for the passage of electrical energy from the electrode through the fluid and the outer wall of the enclosure for treatment of tissue on or in a patient. The electrode does not directly contact the tissue of the patient, which reduces the potential for collateral tissue damage or necrosis and/or excessive electric fields in the tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2013Publication date: August 8, 2013Applicant: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Bruce Simon, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Richard P., James R. Pastena, Puyun Guo
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Patent number: 8401650Abstract: The present invention provides systems, apparatus and methods for selectively applying electrical energy to body tissue. A device is provided having an enclosure within an outer wall formed from an electrically-permeable material to allow for electrical energy to pass from the interior of the enclosure through the outer wall. The device further includes an electrode positioned within the interior of the enclosure and a fluid passage coupled to the enclosure for delivery of an electrically conductive fluid into the interior of the enclosure such that the electrically conductive fluid couples the electrode with the electrically-permeable section of the outer wall. The conductive fluid allows for the passage of electrical energy from the electrode through the fluid and the outer wall of the enclosure for treatment of tissue on or in a patient.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2009Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Bruce Simon, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Richard P. Dickerson, James R. Pastena, Puyun Guo
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Patent number: 8209034Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treating ailments provide for: inserting a balloon-electrode device into an esophagus of a mammal, the balloon-electrode device including: (i) a nasogastral (NG) having an internal passageway and an external surface, (ii) at least one electrode coupled to the external surface of the NG tube, (iii) a conductor extending through the internal passageway of the NG tube and electrically connecting to the electrode, and (iv) a balloon surrounding the electrode and a portion of the NG tube; inflating the balloon with fluid such that the electrode is substantially centrally located within an interior volume of the balloon; and applying at least one electrical signal to the electrode via the conductor such that an electro-magnetic field emanates from the electrode to at least one of nerves and muscles of the mammal.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2008Date of Patent: June 26, 2012Assignee: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Bruce Simon, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Richard P. Dickerson, James R. Pastena
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Patent number: 7904159Abstract: Methods and devices for treating hypotension, such as in cases of shock, including septic shock and anaphylactic shock, wherein the treatment includes providing an electrical impulse to a selected region of the vagus nerve of a patient suffering from hypotension to block and/or modulate nerve signals that regulate blood pressure.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 2010Date of Patent: March 8, 2011Assignee: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, Steven Mendez, James R. Pastena
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Patent number: 7869879Abstract: Methods and devices for treating hypotension, such as in cases of shock, including septic shock and anaphylactic shock, wherein the treatment includes providing an electrical impulse to a selected region of the vagus nerve of a patient suffering from hypotension to block and/or modulate nerve signals that regulate blood pressure.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2009Date of Patent: January 11, 2011Assignee: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, Steven Mendez, James R. Pastena
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Publication number: 20100241188Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for applying electrical impulse(s) to one or more selected nerves in or around the carotid sheath are described. An electrode assembly is introduced through a percutaneous penetration in a patient to a target location adjacent to, or in close proximity with, the carotid sheath. Once in position, one or more electrical impulses are applied through the electrode assembly to one or more selected nerves to stimulate, block or otherwise modulate the nerve(s) and acutely treat the patient's condition.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2009Publication date: September 23, 2010Applicant: ElectroCore, Inc.Inventors: Joseph P. Errico, James R. Pastena, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Arthur Ross, Bruce Simon, Richard P. Dickerson
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Publication number: 20100228318Abstract: Methods and devices for treating bronchial constriction related to asthma and anaphylaxis wherein the treatment includes providing an electrical impulse to a selected region of the vagus nerve and/or the lungs of a patient suffering from bronchial constriction.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2010Publication date: September 9, 2010Applicant: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, James R. Pastena, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Arthur Ross
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Publication number: 20100191300Abstract: Methods and devices for treating hypotension, such as in cases of shock, including septic shock and anaphylactic shock, wherein the treatment includes providing an electrical impulse to a selected region of the vagus nerve of a patient suffering from hypotension to block and/or modulate nerve signals that regulate blood pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2010Publication date: July 29, 2010Applicant: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, Steven Mendez, James R. Pastena
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Patent number: 7747324Abstract: Methods and devices for treating bronchial constriction related to asthma and anaphylaxis wherein the treatment includes providing an electrical impulse to a selected region of the vagus nerve and/or the lungs of a patient suffering from bronchial constriction.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2006Date of Patent: June 29, 2010Assignee: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, James R. Pastena, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Arthur Ross
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Publication number: 20100160996Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treating ailments provide for: inserting a balloon-electrode device into an esophagus of a mammal, the balloon-electrode device including: (i) a nasogastral (NG) having an internal passageway and an external surface, (ii) at least one electrode coupled to the external surface of the NG tube, (iii) a conductor extending through the internal passageway of the NG tube and electrically connecting to the electrode, and (iv) a balloon surrounding the electrode and a portion of the NG tube; inflating the balloon with fluid such that the electrode is substantially centrally located within an interior volume of the balloon; and applying at least one electrical signal to the electrode via the conductor such that an electromagnetic field emanates from the electrode to at least one of nerves and muscles of the mammal.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2008Publication date: June 24, 2010Applicant: ElectroCore, Inc.Inventors: Bruce Simon, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Richard P. Dickerson, James R. Pastena
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Patent number: 7725188Abstract: Methods and devices for treating hypotension, such as in cases of shock, including septic shock and anaphylactic shock, wherein the treatment includes providing an electrical impulse to a selected region of the vagus nerve of a patient suffering from hypotension to block and/or modulate nerve signals that regulate blood pressure.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2006Date of Patent: May 25, 2010Assignee: ElectroCore LLCInventors: Joseph P. Errico, Steven Mendez, James R. Pastena
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Publication number: 20090292333Abstract: Methods and devices for treating hypotension, such as in cases of shock, including septic shock and anaphylactic shock, wherein the treatment includes providing an electrical impulse to a selected region of the vagus nerve of a patient suffering from hypotension to block and/or modulate nerve signals that regulate blood pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2009Publication date: November 26, 2009Applicant: ElectroCore, Inc.Inventors: Joseph P. Errico, Steven Mendez, James R. Pastena
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Publication number: 20090281593Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for treating bronchial constriction related to asthma, anaphylaxis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease wherein the treatment includes stimulating selected nerve fibers responsible for smooth muscle dilation at a selected region within a patient's neck, thereby reducing the magnitude of constriction of bronchial smooth muscle.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2009Publication date: November 12, 2009Applicant: ElectroCore, Inc.Inventors: Joseph P. Errico, James R. Pastena, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Arthur Ross, Bruce Simon
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Publication number: 20090259274Abstract: The present invention provides systems, apparatus and methods for selectively applying electrical energy to body tissue. A device is provided having an enclosure within an outer wall formed from an electrically-permeable material to allow for electrical energy to pass from the interior of the enclosure through the outer wall. The device further includes an electrode positioned within the interior of the enclosure and a fluid passage coupled to the enclosure for delivery of an electrically conductive fluid into the interior of the enclosure such that the electrically conductive fluid couples the electrode with the electrically-permeable section of the outer wall. The conductive fluid allows for the passage of electrical energy from the electrode through the fluid and the outer wall of the enclosure for treatment of tissue on or in a patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2009Publication date: October 15, 2009Applicant: ElectroCore, Inc.Inventors: Bruce Simon, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Richard P. Dickerson, James R. Pastena, Puyun Guo
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Publication number: 20090234417Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for treatment of metabolic disorders such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by stimulation of the small intestine to modulate hormone production. Methods include applying an appropriate signal to a region of the small intestine to modulate hormone production. The method may involve applying a signal to the nerves that innervate the small intestine. Devices for delivering the signal are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2009Publication date: September 17, 2009Applicant: ElectroCore, Inc.Inventors: James R. Pastena, Joseph P. Errico, Steven Mendez, Hecheng Hu, Bruce Simon