Patents by Inventor Jeffrey J. Valko

Jeffrey J. Valko 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).

  • Publication number: 20150306420
    Abstract: A method of radio-ablation in conjunction with embolic implants used for pre-embolization of branch arteries in radio-ablation of the liver or other diseased tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2014
    Publication date: October 29, 2015
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko
  • Patent number: 9072620
    Abstract: A method of implanting a bridging device for supporting occlusive masses within an aneurysm located at a vascular bifurcation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2015
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Michael R. Henson, Robert A. Pecor
  • Publication number: 20150025562
    Abstract: A microcatheter with an enhanced inner liner that has low of friction and improved toughness which facilitates delivery of expandable vascular reconstruction devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2013
    Publication date: January 22, 2015
    Applicant: Reverse Medical Corporation
    Inventors: James Q. Dinh, Jeffrey J. Valko, Brian M. Strauss, Adriana X. Peralta
  • Patent number: 8926560
    Abstract: Distal access balloon guide catheter system and methods for delivering implantable devices, catheters, or substances in or near and/or restoring flow through body lumens, such as blood vessel lumens, or inflating balloons affixed to the distal end of the guide catheter system are described. A Distal access balloon guide catheter having a proximal region, an optional medial region of intermediate flexibility, and distal region possessing high flexibility, high resistance to kinking and a large lumen to wall thickness ratio. The balloon is inflated by means of a kink-resistant secondary lumen embedded within the walls of the balloon guide catheter system tubing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2015
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: James Dinh, Maricruz Castenada, Lynn Miyeko Shimada, Seferino Enrique Torres, Brian Michael Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko
  • Publication number: 20140364930
    Abstract: A bridging device for supporting occlusive masses within an aneurysm located at a vascular bifurcation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Applicant: REVERSE MEDICAL CORPORATION
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Michael R. Henson, Robert A. Pecor
  • Publication number: 20140249616
    Abstract: A method of implanting a bridging device for supporting occlusive masses within an aneurysm located at a vascular bifurcation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2014
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Applicant: Reverse Medical Corporation
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Michael R. Henson, Robert A. Pecor
  • Patent number: 8808361
    Abstract: A bridging device for supporting occlusive masses within an aneurysm located at a vascular bifurcation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Assignee: Reverse Medical Corporation
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Michael R. Henson, Robert A. Pecor
  • Patent number: 8771341
    Abstract: A bridging device for supporting occlusive masses within an aneurysm located at a vascular bifurcation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2014
    Assignee: Reverse Medical Corporation
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Michael R. Henson, Robert A. Pecor
  • Publication number: 20140148843
    Abstract: A parent artery occlusion (PAO) device which provides for immediate occlusion of a cerebral artery to isolate a defect. The PAO device includes a self-expanding wire-frame prolate structure which is partially covered with an ePTFE membrane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2014
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Applicant: Reverse Medical Corporation
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Jay A. Lenker, Robert A. Pecor, Peter Barker, Maricruz Castaneda
  • Patent number: 8641777
    Abstract: A parent artery occlusion (PAO) device which provides for immediate occlusion of a cerebral artery to isolate a defect. The PAO device includes a self-expanding wire-frame prolate structure which is partially covered with an ePTFE membrane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Reverse Medical Corporation
    Inventors: Brian Michael Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Jay A. Lenker, Robert A. Pecor, Peter Barker, Maricruz Castaneda
  • Publication number: 20130289714
    Abstract: A bridging device for supporting occlusive masses within an aneurysm located at a vascular bifurcation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2013
    Publication date: October 31, 2013
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Michael R. Henson, Robert A. Pecor
  • Publication number: 20130253417
    Abstract: Distal access balloon guide catheter system and methods for delivering implantable devices, catheters, or substances in or near and/or restoring flow through body lumens, such as blood vessel lumens, or inflating balloons affixed to the distal end of the guide catheter system are described. A Distal access balloon guide catheter having a proximal region, an optional medial region of intermediate flexibility, and distal region possessing high flexibility, high resistance to kinking and a large lumen to wall thickness ratio. The balloon is inflated by means of a kink-resistant secondary lumen embedded within the walls of the balloon guide catheter system tubing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2012
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Inventors: James Dinh, Maricruz Castenada, Lynn Miyeko Shimada, Seferino Enrique Torres, Brian Michael Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko
  • Publication number: 20120330348
    Abstract: A parent artery occlusion (PAO) device which provides for immediate occlusion of a cerebral artery to isolate a defect. The PAO device includes a self-expanding wire-frame prolate structure which is partially covered with an ePTFE membrane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2012
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Inventors: Brian Michael Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Jay A. Lenker, Robert A. Pecor, Peter Barker, Maricruz Castaneda
  • Publication number: 20110264132
    Abstract: A device for performing therapeutic or diagnostic procedures within the cerebrovasculature includes a catheter having a distal portion, a proximal portion and a lumen extending therebetween, the catheter including an expandable region for engaging the vessel wall, thrombus, atheroma, or other structures. The device further includes an elongate stretching member, which can be a guidewire, insertable longitudinally through the lumen of the catheter, the elongate stretching member being configured for stretching at least a portion of the catheter and causing the expandable region to transition from an expanded state to a collapsed state, and wherein the elongate stretching member is retracted proximally relative to the catheter causes the expandable region to transition from the radially collapsed state to a radially, or laterally expanded state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2009
    Publication date: October 27, 2011
    Applicant: REVERSE MEDICAL CORPORATION
    Inventors: Brian M. Strauss, Jeffrey J. Valko, Michael R. Henson
  • Publication number: 20090270989
    Abstract: Spinal implants are disclosed that can be used for annular repair, facet unloading, disc height preservation, disc decompression, or for sealing a portal through which a nucleus implant was placed. In some embodiments, an implant is placed within the intervertebral disc space, primarily within the region of the annulus fibrosus. In some embodiments, the implant is expandable. In some embodiments, the implant has a sealing tail structure comprising a tail flange and a linkage. In some embodiments, the sealing tail structure limits the extrusion or expulsion of disc material, either annulus fibrosus or nucleus, into the posterior region of the spine where it could impinge on nerves. In some embodiments, the tail structure is retained in place within the annulus fibrosus by means of an anchor. In some embodiments, the anchor is constructed from multiple components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2008
    Publication date: October 29, 2009
    Applicant: Magellan Spine Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: E. Scott Conner, Jay A. Lenker, Khoi Nguyen, Jeffrey J. Valko, Matthew Scott Lake, Peter Gregory Davis
  • Publication number: 20090171461
    Abstract: Spinal implants are disclosed that can be used for annular repair, facet unloading, disc height preservation, disc decompression, or for sealing a portal through which a nucleus an intervertebral implant was placed. In some embodiments, an implant is placed within the intervertebral disc space, primarily within the region of the annulus fibrosus. In some embodiments, the implant is expandable. In some embodiments, the implant has a sealing tail structure comprising a tail flange and a linkage. In some embodiments, the sealing tail structure limits the extrusion or expulsion of disc material, either annulus fibrosus or nucleus, into the posterior region of the spine where it could impinge on nerves. In some embodiments, the tail structure is retained in place within the annulus fibrosus by means of an anchor. In some embodiments, the anchor is constructed from multiple components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: Magellan Spine Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: E. Scott CONNER, Jay A. Lenker, Khoi Nguyen, Jeffrey J. Valko, Matthew Scott Lake, Peter Gregory Davis
  • Publication number: 20090149959
    Abstract: Spinal implants are disclosed that can be used for annular repair, facet unloading, disc height preservation, disc decompression, or for sealing a portal through which an intervertebral implant was placed. In some embodiments, an implant is placed within the intervertebral disc space, primarily within the region of the annulus fibrosus. In some embodiments, the implant is expandable. In some embodiments, the implant has a sealing tail structure comprising a tail flange and a linkage. In some embodiments, the sealing tail structure limits the extrusion or expulsion of disc material, either annulus fibrosus or nucleus, into the posterior region of the spine where it could impinge on nerves. In some embodiments, the tail structure is retained in place within the annulus fibrosus by means of an anchor. In some embodiments, the anchor is constructed from multiple components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2008
    Publication date: June 11, 2009
    Applicant: Magellan Spine Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: E. Scott Conner, Jay A. Lenker, Khoi Nguyen, Jeffrey J. Valko, Matthew Scott Lake, Peter Gregory Davis
  • Publication number: 20090138015
    Abstract: Spinal implants are disclosed that can be used for annular repair, facet unloading, disc height preservation, disc decompression, or for sealing a portal through which an intervertebral implant was placed. In some embodiments, an implant is placed within the intervertebral disc space, primarily within the region of the annulus fibrosus. In some embodiments, the implant is expandable. In some embodiments, the implant has a sealing tail structure comprising a tail flange and a linkage. In some embodiments, the sealing tail structure limits the extrusion or expulsion of disc material, either annulus fibrosus or nucleus, into the posterior region of the spine where it could impinge on nerves. In some embodiments, the tail structure is retained in place within the annulus fibrosus by means of an anchor. In some embodiments, the anchor is constructed from multiple components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2008
    Publication date: May 28, 2009
    Applicant: Magellan Spine Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: E. Scott CONNER, Jay A. Lenker, Khoi Nguyen, Jeffrey J. Valko, Matthew Scott Lake, Peter Gregory Davis
  • Publication number: 20090138084
    Abstract: Spinal implants are disclosed that can be used for annular repair, facet unloading, disc height preservation, disc decompression, or for sealing a portal through which an intervertebral implant was placed. In some embodiments, an implant is placed within the intervertebral disc space, primarily within the region of the annulus fibrosus. In some embodiments, the implant is expandable. In some embodiments, the implant has a sealing tail structure comprising a tail flange and a linkage. In some embodiments, the sealing tail structure limits the extrusion or expulsion of disc material, either annulus fibrosus or nucleus, into the posterior region of the spine where it could impinge on nerves. In some embodiments, the tail structure is retained in place within the annulus fibrosus by means of an anchor. In some embodiments, the anchor is constructed from multiple components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2008
    Publication date: May 28, 2009
    Applicant: Magellan Spine Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: E. Scott CONNER, Jay A. Lenker, Khoi Nguyen, Jeffrey J. Valko, Matthew Scott Lake, Peter Gregory Davis