Patents by Inventor Jean Pierre Kinet

Jean Pierre Kinet 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).

  • Polypeptide and DNA sequence corresponding to the human receptor with high affinity for IgE
    Patent number: 5639660
    Abstract: A Polypeptide and DNA Sequence corresponding to the human receptor high affinity receptor for IgE as well as replicable microbial expression vehicles, transformed microorganisms, and cultures of microbial cells which produce this polypeptide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 1988
    Date of Patent: June 17, 1997
    Assignees: Hoffmann-La Roche Inc., The United States of America as represented by the Department of Health and Human Services
    Inventors: Jean Pierre Kinet, Jarema Peter Kochan
  • Surgical lift method and apparatus
    Patent number: 5545123
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for lifting an abdominal wall during laparoscopic diagnostic and surgical procedures. The surgical lift device includes a gripping portion for contacting and holding an external skin surface adjacent the abdominal wall. The gripping portion is selectively detachable from the skin surface. The device further includes a lifting portion that extends outwardly from the gripping portion. In accordance with alternative embodiments, the gripping portion may comprise an adhesive sheet or a suction member and the lifting portion may comprise a wire member or a portion of a hook and loop-type fastener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 13, 1996
    Assignee: Ethicon, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark S. Ortiz, Stephen J. Failla, Jean-Pierre Kinet, Frederic Marie
  • Surgical lift method and apparatus
    Patent number: 5415160
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for lifting an abdominal wall during laparoscopic diagnostic and surgical procedures. The surgical lift device includes a gripping portion for contacting and holding an external skin surface adjacent the abdominal wall. The gripping portion is selectively detachable from the skin surface. The device further includes a lifting portion that extends outwardly from the gripping portion. In accordance with alternative embodiments, the gripping portion may comprise an adhesive sheet or a suction member and the lifting portion may comprise a wire member or a portion of a hook and loop-type fastener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 16, 1995
    Assignee: Ethicon, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark S. Ortiz, Stephen J. Failla, Jean-Pierre Kinet, Frederic Marie
  • Endoscopic loop including an applying instrument
    Patent number: 5405351
    Abstract: An endoscopic loop including an applying instrument comprises a pre-knotted loop of surgical suture material and a hollow shaft in the interior space of which the free thread portion runs. The free thread portion extends at least up to the proximal end of the shaft. In the interior space an actuating mechanism is mounted, the proximal end of which essentially extends up to the proximal end of the shaft. At the distal end of the actuating means a knife is attached which cuts the free thread portion upon actuation of the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 11, 1995
    Assignee: Ethicon Endo-Surgery
    Inventors: Jean-Pierre Kinet, Federico Bilotti, Pieter Brommersma, Frederic Marie
  • Endoscopic closure inspection device
    Patent number: 5403264
    Abstract: An endoscopic inspection closure is described which has a guide device preventing the puncture incision created by a trocar obturator and cannula from closing and a closure device which fits within the guide device. The closure device is removable after the initial endoscopic operation, for observation of healing and introduction of endoscopic surgical instruments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 4, 1995
    Assignee: Ethicon, Inc.
    Inventors: Udo Wohlers, Jean-Pierre Kinet, Dale Schulze, Kirsten Huss