Patents by Inventor John F. Otte
John F. Otte 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: 11523902Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described herein for use in the delivery and deployment of a prosthetic mitral valve into a heart. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a catheter assembly, a valve holding tube and a handle assembly. The valve holding tube is releasably couplable to a proximal end portion of the catheter assembly and to a distal end portion of the handle assembly. The handle assembly includes a housing and a delivery rod. The delivery rod is configured to be actuated to move distally relative to the housing to move a prosthetic heart valve disposed within the valve holding tube out of the valve holding tube and distally within a lumen of the elongate sheath of the catheter assembly. The catheter assembly is configured to be actuated to move proximally relative to the housing such that the prosthetic valve is disposed outside of the lumen of the elongate sheath.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2020Date of Patent: December 13, 2022Assignee: Tendyne Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Craig A. Ekvall, Khoi Le, John F. Otte, Zachary J. Tegels, Robert M. Vidlund
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Publication number: 20220273296Abstract: Various surgical introducer needle and anchor systems are provided. The systems can include an introducer needle and a tissue support implant or sling device. The implant device can include one or more anchoring devices. The introducer needle device can include a handle assembly and a needle assembly. The needle assembly can include a generally hollow needle, and a wire traversable therein. The wire can include a distal tip adapted to selectively retract or withdraw from the engaged anchoring device upon deployment of the anchor and/or implant.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2019Publication date: September 1, 2022Inventors: James R. Mujwid, Kory P. Hamel, James A. Alexander, John J. Buysman, John F. Otte, Jason W. Ogdahl
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Patent number: 11013538Abstract: Methods of correcting a spinal deformity, including securing a first rod on a first side of a spine, securing an anchor on a second side of a spine, securing a lateral coupling between the rod and the anchor, translating and/or derotating the spine and securing a second rod on a second side of the spine to provide secondary stabilization to the spine.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2019Date of Patent: May 25, 2021Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Steven J. Seme, Thomas J. Gisel, Matthew S. Stenulson, John F. Otte
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Publication number: 20200345487Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described herein for use in the transvascular delivery and deployment of a prosthetic mitral valve. In some embodiments, a method includes inverting an outer frame of a prosthetic mitral valve when the valve is in a biased expanded configuration. After inverting the outer frame, the prosthetic mitral valve is inserted into a lumen of a delivery sheath such that the mitral valve is moved to a collapsed configuration. The distal end portion of the delivery sheath is inserted into a left atrium of a heart. The prosthetic mitral valve is moved distally out of the delivery sheath such that the inverted outer frame reverts and the prosthetic mitral valve assumes its biased expanded configuration. In some embodiments, actuation wires are used to assist in the reversion of the outer frame. The prosthetic mitral valve is then positioned within a mitral annulus of the heart.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2020Publication date: November 5, 2020Applicant: Tendyne Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Mark Christianson, Zachary R. Vidlund, Robert Vidlund, Igor Kovalsky, William Peckels, Michael Evans, Chad Perrin, John F. Otte, Son Mai
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Patent number: 10786351Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described herein for use in the transvascular delivery and deployment of a prosthetic mitral valve. In some embodiments, a method includes inverting an outer frame of a prosthetic mitral valve when the valve is in a biased expanded configuration. After inverting the outer frame, the prosthetic mitral valve is inserted into a lumen of a delivery sheath such that the mitral valve is moved to a collapsed configuration. The distal end portion of the delivery sheath is inserted into a left atrium of a heart. The prosthetic mitral valve is moved distally out of the delivery sheath such that the inverted outer frame reverts and the prosthetic mitral valve assumes its biased expanded configuration. In some embodiments, actuation wires are used to assist in the reversion of the outer frame. The prosthetic mitral valve is then positioned within a mitral annulus of the heart.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2017Date of Patent: September 29, 2020Assignee: Tendyne Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Mark Christianson, Zachary Vidlund, Robert Vidlund, Igor Kovalsky, William Peckels, Michael Evans, Chad Perrin, John F. Otte, Son Mai
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Publication number: 20200246143Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described herein for use in the delivery and deployment of a prosthetic mitral valve into a heart. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a catheter assembly, a valve holding tube and a handle assembly. The valve holding tube is releasably couplable to a proximal end portion of the catheter assembly and to a distal end portion of the handle assembly. The handle assembly includes a housing and a delivery rod. The delivery rod is configured to be actuated to move distally relative to the housing to move a prosthetic heart valve disposed within the valve holding tube out of the valve holding tube and distally within a lumen of the elongate sheath of the catheter assembly. The catheter assembly is configured to be actuated to move proximally relative to the housing such that the prosthetic valve is disposed outside of the lumen of the elongate sheath.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2020Publication date: August 6, 2020Applicant: Tendyne Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Craig A. Ekvall, Khoi Le, John F. Otte, Zachary J. Tegels, Robert M. Vidlund
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Patent number: 10702311Abstract: Methods of correcting a spinal deformity, including securing a first rod on a first side of a spine, securing an anchor on a second side of a spine, securing a lateral coupling between the rod and the anchor, translating and derotating the spine to correct the spinal deformity by adjusting an effective length of the lateral coupling, and securing a second rod on a second side of the spine to provide secondary stabilization to the spine.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2017Date of Patent: July 7, 2020Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Steven J. Seme, John F. Otte, Thomas J. Gisel
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Patent number: 10667905Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described herein for use in the delivery and deployment of a prosthetic mitral valve into a heart. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a catheter assembly, a valve holding tube and a handle assembly. The valve holding tube is releasably couplable to a proximal end portion of the catheter assembly and to a distal end portion of the handle assembly. The handle assembly includes a housing and a delivery rod. The delivery rod is configured to be actuated to move distally relative to the housing to move a prosthetic heart valve disposed within the valve holding tube out of the valve holding tube and distally within a lumen of the elongate sheath of the catheter assembly. The catheter assembly is configured to be actuated to move proximally relative to the housing such that the prosthetic valve is disposed outside of the lumen of the elongate sheath.Type: GrantFiled: October 11, 2017Date of Patent: June 2, 2020Assignee: Tendyne Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Craig A. Ekvall, Khoi Le, John F. Otte, Zachary J. Tegels, Robert M. Vidlund
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Publication number: 20190321082Abstract: Methods of correcting a spinal deformity, including securing a first rod on a first side of a spine, securing an anchor on a second side of a spine, securing a lateral coupling between the rod and the anchor, translating and/or derotating the spine and securing a second rod on a second side of the spine to provide secondary stabilization to the spine.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2019Publication date: October 24, 2019Inventors: Steven J. Seme, Thomas J. Gisel, Matthew S. Stenulson, John F. Otte
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Publication number: 20190298344Abstract: Various surgical introducer needle and anchor systems are provided. The systems can include an introducer needle and a tissue support implant or sling device. The implant device can include one or more anchoring devices. The introducer needle device can include a handle assembly and a needle assembly. The needle assembly can include a generally hollow needle, and a wire traversable therein. The wire can include a distal tip adapted to selectively retract or withdraw from the engaged anchoring device upon deployment of the anchor and/or implant.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2019Publication date: October 3, 2019Inventors: James R. Mujwid, Kory P. Hamel, James A. Alexander, John J. Buysman, John F. Otte, Jason W. Ogdahl
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Patent number: 10398431Abstract: Various surgical introducer needle and anchor systems are provided. The systems can include an introducer needle and a tissue support implant or sling device. The implant device can include one or more anchoring devices. The introducer needle device can include a handle assembly and a needle assembly. The needle assembly can include a generally hollow needle, and a wire traversable therein. The wire can include a distal tip adapted to selectively retract or withdraw from the engaged anchoring device upon deployment of the anchor and/or implant.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 2015Date of Patent: September 3, 2019Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: James R. Mujwid, Kory P. Hamel, James A. Alexander, John J. Buysman, John F. Otte, Jason W. Ogdahl
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Patent number: 10357284Abstract: Various surgical introducer needle and anchor systems are provided. The systems can include an introducer needle and a tissue support implant or sling device. The implant device can include one or more anchoring devices. The introducer needle device can include a handle assembly and a needle assembly. The needle assembly can include a generally hollow needle, and a wire traversable therein. The wire can include a distal tip adapted to selectively retract or withdraw from the engaged anchoring device upon deployment of the anchor and/or implant.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2013Date of Patent: July 23, 2019Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: James R. Mujwid, Kory P. Hamel, James A. Alexander, John J. Buysman, John F. Otte, Jason W. Ogdahl
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Patent number: 10342581Abstract: Methods of correcting a spinal deformity, including securing a first rod on a first side of a spine, securing an anchor on a second side of a spine, securing a lateral coupling between the rod and the anchor, translating and/or derotating the spine and securing a second rod on a second side of the spine to provide secondary stabilization to the spine.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2017Date of Patent: July 9, 2019Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Steven J. Seme, Thomas J. Gisel, Matthew S. Stenulson, John F. Otte
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Patent number: 10271936Abstract: Described are pelvic implants (e.g., urinary incontinence sling, hammock, etc.) and method of implanting a pelvic implant that provide treatment for pelvic floor disorders such as incontinence, stress urinary incontinence, prolapse (e.g., cystocele, enterocele, rectocele, vault prolapse), fecal incontinence, and the like, wherein the implant and methods involve various features, such as the ability to adjust dimensions of an implant before, during, or after implantation.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2014Date of Patent: April 30, 2019Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Kelly Ann Chapman, Richard C. Kaleta, Chaouki A. Khamis, Karen Pilney Montpetit, Jason W. Ogdahl, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, John F. Otte, Jessica L. Roll, Steven J. Wolfe
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Patent number: 10105160Abstract: Described are pelvic implants (e.g., urinary incontinence sling, hammock, etc.) and method of inserting a pelvic implant that provide treatment for pelvic floor disorders such as incontinence or stress urinary incontinence.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2015Date of Patent: October 23, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Jason W. Ogdahl, Jessica L. Roll Hoye, Mona D. Dahdah, Robert E. Lund, John F. Otte, Karen Pilney Montpetit, Chaouki A. Khamis, Richard C. Kaleta, Kelly Ann Chapman, Jelica D. Wold
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Patent number: 10022210Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2013Date of Patent: July 17, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Richard C. Kaleta, Chaouki A. Khamis, Gary A. Rocheleau, John F. Otte, Gregory L. Koeller, David J. Kupiecki
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Patent number: 9980801Abstract: Systems for providing support within the pelvic region of a patient. The systems can include an elongated incontinence sling having a central support portion adapted to be positioned to support any one of the urethra or anus, and a sling tension adjustment mechanism operatively attached to the elongated sling. The sling tension adjustment mechanism can include a plunger device adapted for traversal within an interior of the housing, and an inflatable bladder provided within the housing to selectively control traversal of the plunger. Alternatively, the adjustment mechanism can include a bobbin device within the housing and one or more retention devices to selectively restrict unwinding of a suture from the bobbin device.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2014Date of Patent: May 29, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Jason W. Ogdahl, Robert E. Lund, Jessica L. Roll, Kelly A. Chapman, John F. Otte
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Publication number: 20180125537Abstract: Methods of correcting a spinal deformity, including securing a first rod on a first side of a spine, securing an anchor on a second side of a spine, securing a lateral coupling between the rod and the anchor, translating and derotating the spine to correct the spinal deformity by adjusting an effective length of the lateral coupling, and securing a second rod on a second side of the spine to provide secondary stabilization to the spine.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2017Publication date: May 10, 2018Inventors: Steven J. Seme, John F. Otte, Thomas J. Gisel
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Patent number: 9937029Abstract: An implant, insertion tool, combinations, and associated methods, that involve placement of a self-fixating tip at tissue of the pelvic region, wherein an insertion tool includes one or more of an aperture for engaging a guide and an extension guard, the method optionally allowing for initial placement of a self-fixating tip at tissue of the pelvic region and adjustment of the location of the self-fixating tip. A threading guide is provided to assist in threading the guide through the aperture. An anchor also provided to with a retaining member to retain the anchor in tissue.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2015Date of Patent: April 10, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Jason W. Ogdahl, Brent A. Binkowski, Jose' W. Jimenez, Chaouki A. Khamis, Jessica L. Roll, Michelle L. Solari, John F. Otte, Mona N. Dahdah
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Patent number: 9918816Abstract: Apparatus and methods are provided for treating urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and other pelvic defects or dysfunctions, in both males and females, using one or more lateral implants to reinforce the supportive tissue of the urethra. The implants are configured to engage and pull (e.g., pull up) pelvic tissue to cause the lateral sub-urethral tissue, such as the endopelvic fascia, to tighten and provide slack reduction for improved support. As such, certain embodiments of the implants can be utilized to eliminate the need for mesh or other supportive structures under the urethra that is common with other incontinence slings.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2015Date of Patent: March 20, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Jessica L. Roll, Mona N. Dahdah, John F. Otte