Patents by Inventor John Krumme

John Krumme 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: 20260077125
    Abstract: An intravenous (IV) tube flushing device for safely delivering medication flush without risk of accidental over-administration comprises multiple embodiments of a normally-closed system that prevents uncontrolled fluid flow. One embodiment comprises a spring-loaded push-button valve that temporarily opens to allow flow only while depressed by the user. Upon release, the valve immediately returns to its closed position, eliminating the risk of forgotten open clamps. In another embodiment, the device combines traditional roller clamp functionality with an integrated flush mechanism, featuring a hinged clamp design, wherein IV tubing is secured in a channel with multiple contact points. A spring-biased roller element provides variable flow control, while a pivotable flush actuator temporarily withdraws the roller element to allow unobstructed flow for flushing operations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2025
    Publication date: March 19, 2026
    Applicant: Boudreaux Medical Innovations, LLC
    Inventors: Zach Boudreaux, Alex Boudreaux, John Boudreaux, Karl Krumme, John Krumme
  • Patent number: 12539024
    Abstract: A single, handheld medical device for performing an endometrial abrasion and/or HSG procedure is disclosed. The preferred embodiment comprises a body that includes a handle integrally connected to an arm with an articulating member at its distal end. The handle comprises a means for storing and pumping a fluid into the uterus so that ultrasound or x-ray can be used to determine the location of the articulating member within the uterus. The arm further comprises a shielding device that is operable to slidably engage the arm of the device and the shield and the arm are configured to cover and sealingly engage the external os of the cervix to prevent reflux during use. Optional viewing means are disclosed, including an imaging screen mountably attached to the device and in communication with a scope disposed within the arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2026
    Inventors: Peter T. Falkner, Kirby J. Plessala, Marshall Walker, John Krumme
  • Patent number: 12440240
    Abstract: A medical device operable to prevent reflux in the cervix is disclosed. The device includes a shield operable to cover the external os and an arm operable to penetrate the endocervical canal with a bore extending therethrough, wherein the arm includes a sleeve containing a fluid that is operable to conform to the contours of the inner lining of the endocervical canal, thus creating a strong, more efficient fluid-tight seal between the device and the surrounding tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2025
    Assignee: InnoMed One, LLC
    Inventors: Peter T. Falkner, Kirby J. Plessala, John Krumme
  • Patent number: 11969167
    Abstract: A system for implant delivery includes an implant and an inserter. The implant includes a body that extends between first and second ends. The implant includes retainers extending outwardly from the first and second ends. The retainers are received in corresponding jaws of the inserter. When the implant is connected to the inserter and the inserter is actuated, the implant elastically deforms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2024
    Assignee: Acumed LLC
    Inventors: Vernon R. Hartdegen, Michael Chad Hollis, Daniel Sayger, John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20230397933
    Abstract: A medical device operable to prevent reflux in the cervix is disclosed. The device comprises a shield operable to cover the external os and an arm operable to penetrate the endocervical canal with a bore extending therethrough, wherein the arm includes a sleeve containing a fluid that is operable to conform to the contours of the inner lining of the endocervical canal, thus creating a strong, more efficient fluid-tight seal between the device and the surrounding tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2021
    Publication date: December 14, 2023
    Inventors: Peter T. Falkner, Kirby J. Plessala, John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20230277045
    Abstract: A single, handheld medical device for performing an endometrial abrasion and/or HSG procedure is disclosed. The preferred embodiment comprises a body that includes a handle integrally connected to an arm with an articulating member at its distal end. The handle comprises a means for storing and pumping a fluid into the uterus so that ultrasound or x-ray can be used to determine the location of the articulating member within the uterus. The arm further comprises a shielding device that is operable to slidably engage the arm of the device and the shield and the arm are configured to cover and sealingly engage the external os of the cervix to prevent reflux during use. Optional viewing means are disclosed, including an imaging screen mountably attached to the device and in communication with a scope disposed within the arm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2021
    Publication date: September 7, 2023
    Inventors: Peter T. Falkner, Kirby J. Plessala, Marshall Walker, John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20230218293
    Abstract: A system for implant delivery includes an implant and an inserter. The implant includes a body that extends between first and second ends. The implant includes retainers extending outwardly from the first and second ends. The retainers are received in corresponding jaws of the inserter. When the implant is connected to the inserter and the inserter is actuated, the implant elastically deforms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2023
    Publication date: July 13, 2023
    Inventor: John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20220211368
    Abstract: A system for implant delivery includes an implant and an inserter. The implant includes a body that extends between first and second ends. The implant includes retainers extending outwardly from the first and second ends. The retainers are received in corresponding jaws of the inserter. When the implant is connected to the inserter and the inserter is actuated, the implant elastically deforms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2022
    Publication date: July 7, 2022
    Inventors: Vernon R. Hartdegen, Michael Chad Hollis, Daniel Sayger, John Krumme
  • Patent number: 11284886
    Abstract: A system for implant delivery includes an implant and an inserter. The implant includes a body that extends between first and second ends. The implant includes retainers extending outwardly from the first and second ends. The retainers are received in corresponding jaws of the inserter. When the implant is connected to the inserter and the inserter is actuated, the implant elastically deforms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2022
    Assignee: Acumed LLC
    Inventors: Vernon R. Hartdegen, Michael Chad Hollis, Daniel Sayger, John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20200315605
    Abstract: The provided system includes an inserter, a bone anchor, and one or more sutures. The inserter includes a tube and a plunger within the tube's interior. The bone anchor is structured with multiple deformable members such that it can be transitioned from a compact configuration to an expanded configuration. When inserting the bone anchor, the bone anchor may initially be in a compact configuration within the inserter tube. The inserter tube may be inserted into a bone hole. Then, while the plunger is maintained in its positioned, the tube may be retracted so that the bone anchor is deployed from within the tube. The bone anchor may then be transitioned to an expanded configuration. In some instances, suture tension transitions the bone anchor. In other instances, a pre-set shape of a shape memory material transitions the bone anchor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2020
    Publication date: October 8, 2020
    Inventor: John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20190046183
    Abstract: A system for implant delivery includes a n implant and an inserter. The implant includes a body that extends between first and second ends. The implant includes retainers extending outwardly from the first and second ends. The retainers are received in corresponding jaws of the inserter. When the implant is connected to the inserter and the inserter is actuated, the implant elastically deforms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2017
    Publication date: February 14, 2019
    Inventors: Vernon R. Hartdegen, Michael Chad Hollis, Daniel Sayger, John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20190046182
    Abstract: A staple delivery device includes a staple and an inserter. The inserter is movable between a free state and an actuated state, which moves the staple between a free state in which the staple legs converge and an elastically deformed state in which the staple legs are parallel. The inserter is connected to the staple by connections which can be ruptured after the staple has been implanted to cause the staple to move toward its free state, and to disconnect the inserter from the staple. Hybrid staples with polymer base members and metal reinforcing members are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2017
    Publication date: February 14, 2019
    Inventor: John KRUMME
  • Patent number: 9539001
    Abstract: Systems, apparatuses and methods for securing tissue to bone using a bone anchoring system are described. Methods and apparatuses may allow transformation between locked and unlocked states, thereby allowing adjustment of the tension in the suture. The apparatus and/or methods may allow unidirectional movement of a suture, while preventing slippage or movement of the suture and tissue in the opposite direction. Ends of a suture may be individually tensioned to adjust positioning of a tissue with respect to a bone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Assignee: Tornier, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary S. Fanton, John Krumme
  • Patent number: 8998849
    Abstract: A medical injector (300) includes a medicament container (310), a non-manual actuator (320), and an adapter (340) for coupling the medicament container (310) and the non-manual actuator (320). The adapter (340) includes a proximal end portion (341) configured to engage a drive element (326) of the non-manual actuator (320). The adapter (340) also includes a distal end portion (344) including a surface (345) configured to engage a movable element (319) within the medicament container (310). The adapter (340) may include a coupler (350) having at least one coupling member (353) configured to removably couple the adapter (340) to the medicament container (310), and also having a connector (354) configured to removably couple the adapter (340) to the non-manual actuator (320). The drive element (326) of the non-manual actuator (320) may apply a movement force to the adapter (340), which then pushes the movable element (319) within the medicament container (310) to inject medicament into a patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: Nordson Corporation
    Inventors: John Krumme, John Parissenti
  • Publication number: 20140296911
    Abstract: Systems, apparatuses and methods for securing tissue to bone using a bone anchoring system are described. Methods and apparatuses may allow transformation between locked and unlocked states, thereby allowing adjustment of the tension in the suture. The apparatus and/or methods may allow unidirectional movement of a suture, while preventing slippage or movement of the suture and tissue in the opposite direction. Ends of a suture may be individually tensioned to adjust positioning of a tissue with respect to a bone.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2014
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Applicant: TORNIER, INC.
    Inventors: Gary S. Fanton, John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20140288597
    Abstract: Systems, apparatuses and methods for securing tissue to bone using tack anchors, bone anchoring systems are described. The tack anchor may include a body and a securing element. The body may include one or more compressible flanges, an opening and, a cavity. The cavity may include an opening near or proximate the flanges, and be configured to receive a suture. The securing element may be configured to slide into the opening of the body to secure a portion of one or more sutures in the cavity such that the ends of the sutures are accessible through the cavity opening. In some embodiments, tack anchor tool for insertion of a tack anchor into tissue and/or bone is described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2014
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Applicant: TORNIER, INC.
    Inventors: Gary S. Fanton, John Krumme
  • Patent number: 8777991
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of securing suture within a patient. The method comprises advancing suture material into the patient, passing a portion of the suture material through tissue of the patient, and advancing a fastener catheter and a suture fastener along the suture material. The fastener catheter includes a catheter main body and a handle. The suture fastener has a generally cylindrical body formed of a shape memory material and a suture fastener inner lumen. The suture fastener has at least one engagement tab biased to extend at least partially into the suture fastener inner lumen to engage against and secure one or more lines of suture passing through the suture fastener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Inventors: David Zarbatany, Tai Tieu, Ponaka Pung, Joseph Videll, Kenneth E. Perry, John Krumme, Maurice Buchbinder
  • Patent number: 8758406
    Abstract: Systems, apparatuses and methods for securing tissue to bone using tack anchors, bone anchoring systems are described. The tack anchor may include a body and a securing element. The body may include one or more compressible flanges, an opening and, a cavity. The cavity may include an opening near or proximate the flanges, and be configured to receive a suture. The securing element may be configured to slide into the opening of the body to secure a portion of one or more sutures in the cavity such that the ends of the sutures are accessible through the cavity opening. In some embodiments, tack anchor tool for insertion of a tack anchor into tissue and/or bone is described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Assignee: Tomier, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary S. Fanton, John Krumme
  • Patent number: 8721650
    Abstract: Systems, apparatuses and methods for securing tissue to bone using a bone anchoring system are described. Methods and apparatuses may allow transformation between locked and unlocked states, thereby allowing adjustment of the tension in the suture. The apparatus and/or methods may allow unidirectional movement of a suture, while preventing slippage or movement of the suture and tissue in the opposite direction. Ends of a suture may be individually tensioned to adjust positioning of a tissue with respect to a bone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2014
    Assignee: Tornier, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary S. Fanton, John Krumme
  • Publication number: 20120289977
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of securing suture within a patient. The method comprises advancing suture material into the patient, passing a portion of the suture material through tissue of the patient, and advancing a fastener catheter and a suture fastener along the suture material. The fastener catheter includes a catheter main body and a handle. The suture fastener has a generally cylindrical body formed of a shape memory material and a suture fastener inner lumen. The suture fastener has at least one engagement tab biased to extend at least partially into the suture fastener inner lumen to engage against and secure one or more lines of suture passing through the suture fastener.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2012
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Applicant: EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION
    Inventors: David Zarbatany, Tai Tieu, Ponaka Pung, Joseph Videll, Ken Perry, John Krumme, Maurice Buchbinder