Patents by Inventor Keith R. D'Alessio

Keith R. D'Alessio 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).

  • Patent number: 11826485
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to methods of sealing a wound or tissue plane or filling a void splace. In a preferred embodiment, the wound is an ophthalmic, pleural or dural wound. In certain instances, the compositions used to seal the wound or tissue plane comprises a polyalkyleneimine. In a preferred embodiment, the polyalkyleneimine is polyethyleneimine. Treatment of the polyethyleneimine with a cross-linking reagent causes the polyethyleneimine polymers to polymerize forming a seal. In certain instances, the cross-linking reagent is a polyethylene glycol having reactive terminal groups. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are activated esters, such as N-hydroxy succinimide ester. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are isocyanates. In certain instances, the polyethyleneimine has a lysine, cysteine, isocysteine or other nucleophilic group attached to the periphery of the polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Assignee: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Stockman, Michael A. Carnahan, Keith R. D'Alessio, Mark W. Grinstaff
  • Publication number: 20210275718
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to methods of sealing a wound or tissue plane or filling a void splace. In a preferred embodiment, the wound is an ophthalmic, pleural or dural wound. In certain instances, the compositions used to seal the wound or tissue plane comprises a polyalkyleneimine. In a preferred embodiment, the polyalkyleneimine is polyethyleneimine. Treatment of the polyethyleneimine with a cross-linking reagent causes the polyethyleneimine polymers to polymerize forming a seal. In certain instances, the cross-linking reagent is a polyethylene glycol having reactive terminal groups. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are activated esters, such as N-hydroxy succinimide ester. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are isocyanates. In certain instances, the polyethyleneimine has a lysine, cysteine, isocysteine or other nucleophilic group attached to the periphery of the polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2021
    Publication date: September 9, 2021
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Stockman, Michael A. Carnahan, Keith R. D'Alessio, Mark W. Grinstaff
  • Patent number: 11027043
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to methods of sealing a wound or tissue plane or filling a void splace. In a preferred embodiment, the wound is an ophthalmic, pleural or dural wound. In certain instances, the compositions used to seal the wound or tissue plane comprises a polyalkyleneimine. In a preferred embodiment, the polyalkyleneimine is polyethyleneimine. Treatment of the polyethyleneimine with a cross-linking reagent causes the polyethyleneimine polymers to polymerize forming a seal. In certain instances, the cross-linking reagent is a polyethylene glycol having reactive terminal groups. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are activated esters, such as N-hydroxy succinimide ester. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are isocyanates. In certain instances, the polyethyleneimine has a lysine, cysteine, isocysteine or other nucleophilic group attached to the periphery of the polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2021
    Assignee: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Stockman, Michael A. Carnahan, Keith R. D'Alessio, Mark W. Grinstaff
  • Patent number: 10952709
    Abstract: Provided is an extended length, flexible or bendable spray tip assembly for use with a multi-component surgical sealant. The tip assembly is particularly suited for use in surgical procedures having limited access to a surgical field, for example, neurosurgical procedures involving infratentorial, skull base, or transsphenoidal craniotomy, as well as the spine. The tip assembly can be used in combination with a multi-component delivery system or applicator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2021
    Assignee: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventor: Keith R. D'Alessio
  • Patent number: 10688216
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to methods of sealing a wound or tissue plane or filling a void splace. In a preferred embodiment, the wound is an ophthalmic, pleural or dural wound. In certain instances, the compositions used to seal the wound or tissue plane comprises a polyalkyleneimine. In a preferred embodiment, the polyalkyleneimine is polyethyleneimine. Treatment of the polyethyleneimine with a cross-linking reagent causes the polyethyleneimine polymers to polymerize forming a seal. In certain instances, the cross-linking reagent is a polyethylene glycol having reactive terminal groups. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are activated esters, such as N-hydroxy succinimide ester. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are isocyanates. In certain instances, the polyethyleneimine has a lysine, cysteine, isocysteine or other nucleophilic group attached to the periphery of the polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2020
    Assignee: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Stockman, Michael A. Carnahan, Keith R. D'Alessio, Mark W. Grinstaff
  • Publication number: 20190001018
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to methods of sealing a wound or tissue plane or filling a void splace. In a preferred embodiment, the wound is an ophthalmic, pleural or dural wound. In certain instances, the compositions used to seal the wound or tissue plane comprises a polyalkyleneimine. In a preferred embodiment, the polyalkyleneimine is polyethyleneimine. Treatment of the polyethyleneimine with a cross-linking reagent causes the polyethyleneimine polymers to polymerize forming a seal. In certain instances, the cross-linking reagent is a polyethylene glycol having reactive terminal groups. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are activated esters, such as N-hydroxy succinimide ester. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are isocyanates. In certain instances, the polyethyleneimine has a lysine, cysteine, isocysteine or other nucleophilic group attached to the periphery of the polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2018
    Publication date: January 3, 2019
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Stockman, Michael A. Carnahan, Keith R. D'Alessio, Mark W. Grinstaff
  • Patent number: 9878066
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to methods of sealing a wound or tissue plane or filling a void splace. In a preferred embodiment, the wound is an ophthalmic, pleural or dural wound. In certain instances, the compositions used to seal the wound or tissue plane comprises a polyalkyleneimine. In a preferred embodiment, the polyalkyleneimine is polyethyleneimine. Treatment of the polyethyleneimine with a cross-linking reagent causes the polyethyleneimine polymers to polymerize forming a seal. In certain instances, the cross-linking reagent is a polyethylene glycol having reactive terminal groups. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are activated esters, such as N-hydroxy succinimide ester. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are isocyanates. In certain instances, the polyethyleneimine has a lysine, cysteine, isocysteine or other nucleophilic group attached to the periphery of the polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Assignee: HYPERBRANCH MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Stockman, Michael A. Carnahan, Keith R. D'Alessio, Mark W. Grinstaff
  • Publication number: 20170049924
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to methods of sealing a wound or tissue plane or filling a void splace. In a preferred embodiment, the wound is an ophthalmic, pleural or dural wound. In certain instances, the compositions used to seal the wound or tissue plane comprises a polyalkyleneimine. In a preferred embodiment, the polyalkyleneimine is polyethyleneimine. Treatment of the polyethyleneimine with a cross-linking reagent causes the polyethyleneimine polymers to polymerize forming a seal. In certain instances, the cross-linking reagent is a polyethylene glycol having reactive terminal groups. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are activated esters, such as N-hydroxy succinimide ester. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are isocyanates. In certain instances, the polyethyleneimine has a lysine, cysteine, isocysteine or other nucleophilic group attached to the periphery of the polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2016
    Publication date: February 23, 2017
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Stockman, Michael A. Carnahan, Keith R. D'Alessio, Mark W. Grinstaff
  • Patent number: 9393344
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to methods of sealing a wound or tissue plane or filling a void splace. In a preferred embodiment, the wound is an ophthalmic, pleural or dural wound. In certain instances, the compositions used to seal the wound or tissue plane comprises a polyalkyleneimine. In a preferred embodiment, the polyalkyleneimine is polyethyleneimine. Treatment of the polyethyleneimine with a cross-linking reagent causes the polyethyleneimine polymers to polymerize forming a seal. In certain instances, the cross-linking reagent is a polyethylene glycol having reactive terminal groups. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are activated esters, such as N-hydroxy succinimide ester. In certain instances, the reactive terminal groups are isocyanates. In certain instances, the polyethyleneimine has a lysine, cysteine, isocysteine or other nucleophilic group attached to the periphery of the polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Assignee: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Stockman, Michael A. Carnahan, Keith R. D'Alessio, Mark W. Grinstaff
  • Publication number: 20160030027
    Abstract: Aspects of the invention relate to an applicator which can house multiple components of a formulation in separate receptacles. In certain embodiments, an applicator of the invention can be used for, but is not limited to, applying hydrogel formulations to dura mater, abdominal tissue in hernia repair, tissues near the spine, lung tissue, intestinal tissue, or any of the internal tissues.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2015
    Publication date: February 4, 2016
    Inventors: Jared D. G. Butlin, Keith R. D'Alessio
  • Publication number: 20150282794
    Abstract: Provided is an extended length, flexible or bendable spray tip assembly for use with a multi-component surgical sealant. The tip assembly is particularly suited for use in surgical procedures having limited access to a surgical field, for example, neurosurgical procedures involving infratentorial, skull base, or transsphenoidal craniotomy, as well as the spine. The tip assembly can be used in combination with a multi-component delivery system or applicator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2015
    Publication date: October 8, 2015
    Inventor: Keith R. D'Alessio
  • Publication number: 20130338631
    Abstract: Aspects of the invention relate to an applicator which can house multiple components of a formulation in separate receptacles. In certain embodiments, an applicator of the invention can be used for, but is not limited to, applying hydrogel formulations to dura mater, abdominal tissue in hernia repair, tissues near the spine, lung tissue, intestinal tissue, or any of the internal tissues.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2011
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Jared D. G. Butlin, Keith R. D'Alessio
  • Patent number: 8343183
    Abstract: Aspects of the invention relate to an applicator, and methods of use thereof, which can house multiple component formulations in separate material receptacles, which components can then be easily combined at the time of use without assembly by the user. In certain embodiments, a device of the invention can be used for, but is not limited to, applying hydrogel formulations to dura mater, abdominal tissue in hernia repair, tissues near the spine, lung tissue, intestinal tissue, or any of the internal tissues. In certain embodiments, a device of the invention can be configured to apply a spray or a stream of a liquid formulation to a surface. In certain embodiments, a device of the invention can be configured to deliver the formulation through an endoscope or laparoscope.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Assignee: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith R. D'Alessio, Matthew Justin Morton, John L. Manhard, Stephen William Cline, Jared Daniel Goodnow Butlin, John Conn
  • Patent number: 8323262
    Abstract: Certain aspects of the invention relate to an applicator, and methods of use thereof, which can house multiple component formulations in separate material receptacles, which can then be easily reconstituted at time of use without any assembly by the user. A device of the invention can be used for, but is not limited to, applying hydrogel formulations to dura mater, abdominal tissue in hernia repair, tissues near the spine, lung tissue, intestinal tissue, and any of the internal tissues. A device of the invention can be configured to apply a spray or a stream of liquid formulation onto a surface to be treated. A device of the invention can be configured to deliver the formulation through an endoscope or laparoscope.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2012
    Assignee: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith R. D'Alessio, Jeffrey G. Clark, Roy R. B. Attride, Wai N. Chin, Robert M. Colonna, Tomas Matusaitis, Todd J. Taylor, Christopher R. Yahnker
  • Patent number: 8262608
    Abstract: One aspect of the invention relates to an applicator system, and methods of use thereof, that can be used to house separately one or more liquids and one or more solids (e.g., components of a polymerizable hydrogel). In certain embodiments, the applicator systems are further designed to facilitate the mixing of the solids and liquids inside the applicator. In addition, in certain embodiments, the applicator systems are also designed to facilitate the application of the mixture to a surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey G. Clark, Keith R. D'Alessio
  • Publication number: 20100280312
    Abstract: Aspects of the invention relate to an applicator, and methods of use thereof, which can house multiple component formulations in separate material receptacles, which components can then be easily combined at the time of use without assembly by the user. In certain embodiments, a device of the invention can be used for, but is not limited to, applying hydrogel formulations to dura mater, abdominal tissue in hernia repair, tissues near the spine, lung tissue, intestinal tissue, or any of the internal tissues. In certain embodiments, a device of the invention can be configured to apply a spray or a stream of a liquid formulation to a surface. In certain embodiments, a device of the invention can be configured to deliver the formulation through an endoscope or laparoscope.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Publication date: November 4, 2010
    Applicant: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith R. D'Alessio, Matthew J. Morton, John L. Manhard, Stephen W. Cline, Jared D.G Butlin, John Conn
  • Publication number: 20100280547
    Abstract: One aspect of the invention relates to a simple, inexpensive applicator system which can be used for the delivery of a hydrogel formulation. In certain embodiments, the applicator system is suitable for use in sealing of dura mater, especially dura matter within the spinal column. In other embodiments, the applicator system may be used to repair cardiovascular defects, defects of the gall or urinary bladder, or repair of any of the other ducts within the body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Publication date: November 4, 2010
    Applicant: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith R. D'Alessio, Michael A. Carnahan, Jared D. G. Butlin
  • Publication number: 20100010473
    Abstract: Certain aspects of the invention relate to an applicator, and methods of use thereof, which can house multiple component formulations in separate material receptacles, which can then be easily reconstituted at time of use without any assembly by the user. A device of the invention can be used for, but is not limited to, applying hydrogel formulations to dura mater, abdominal tissue in hernia repair, tissues near the spine, lung tissue, intestinal tissue, and any of the internal tissues. A device of the invention can be configured to apply a spray or a stream of liquid formulation onto a surface to be treated. A device of the invention can be configured to deliver the formulation through an endoscope or laparoscope.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2009
    Publication date: January 14, 2010
    Applicant: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith R. D'Alessio, Jeffrey G. Clark, Roy R.B. Attride, Wai N. Chin, Robert M. Colonna, Tomas Matusaitis, Todd J. Taylor, Christopher R. Yahnker
  • Patent number: 7516872
    Abstract: An applicator/dispenser for dispensing, mixing and/or applying a polymerizable monomeric adhesive or sealant material comprises: a body portion; an actuator movable relative to the body portion; a cavity in the body portion; and a piercing or breaking portion on the actuator. Movement of the actuator relative to the body portion moves the piercing or breaking portion into the cavity. When a container of adhesive or sealant material is at least partially disposed within the cavity, movement of the actuator relative to the body portion moves the piercing or breaking portion to rupture the container for mixing, dispensing and/or applying the adhesive or sealant material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2009
    Assignee: Closure Medical Corp.
    Inventors: Eric J. Boone, Keith R. D'Alessio, John F. Goodman, Scott A. Keplinger, Anthony S. Voiers, Daniel J. Tomko, William F. Johnson, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20080195040
    Abstract: One aspect of the invention relates to an applicator system, and methods of use thereof, that can be used to house separately one or more liquids and one or more solids (e.g., components of a polymerizable hydrogel). In certain embodiments, the applicator systems are further designed to facilitate the mixing of the solids and liquids inside the applicator. In addition, in certain embodiments, the applicator systems are also designed to facilitate the application of the mixture to a surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2008
    Publication date: August 14, 2008
    Applicant: HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey A. Clark, Keith R. D'Alessio