Patents by Inventor Larry Voss

Larry Voss 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).

  • SELF-EXPANDING PSEUDO-BRAIDED INTRAVASCULAR DEVICE
    Publication number: 20140188208
    Abstract: A self-expanding, pseudo-braided device embodying a high expansion ratio and flexibility as well as comformability and improved radial force. The pseudo-braided device is particularly suited for advancement through and deployment within highly tortuous and very distal vasculature. Various forms of the pseudo-braided device are adapted for the repair of aneurysms and stenoses as well as for use in thrombectomies and embolic protection therapy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2014
    Publication date: July 3, 2014
    Applicant: ABBOTT VASCULAR SOLUTIONS INC.
    Inventors: David Hancock, Peter S. Brown, Larry Voss
  • Self-expanding pseudo-braided intravascular device
    Patent number: 8671815
    Abstract: A self-expanding, pseudo-braided device embodying a high expansion ratio and flexibility as well as comformability and improved radial force. The pseudo-braided device is particularly suited for advancement through and deployment within highly tortuous and very distal vasculature. Various forms of the pseudo-braided device are adapted for the repair of aneurysms and stenoses as well as for use in thrombectomies and embolic protection therapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2014
    Assignee: Abbott Vascular Solutions Inc.
    Inventors: David Hancock, Peter S. Brown, Larry Voss
  • Expandable emboli filter and thrombectomy device
    Patent number: 8366737
    Abstract: Expandable emboli filter and thrombectomy devices adapted for use with microcatheters to remove debris from blood vessels. The devices embody expanded profiles that span the entirety of various sized target vessels and thus are particularly effective in the engagement of debris found in vessels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2013
    Assignee: Abbott Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
    Inventors: David Hancock, William S. Tremulis, Saypin Phonthalasa, Olin Palmer, Larry Voss, Gary A. Walker
  • SNARE
    Publication number: 20120165861
    Abstract: An intravascular snare device for use in capturing debris found in blood vessels. The snare device is fabricated from a tube and includes longitudinally and circumferentially extending members. The snare device specifically embodies structure that provides enhanced radial opening and angular resistance to collapse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2012
    Publication date: June 28, 2012
    Applicant: ABBOTT LABORATORIES
    Inventors: Olin Palmer, Christopher T. Shen, Robert LaDuca, Larry Voss, Saypin Phonthalasa
  • Snare
    Patent number: 8142442
    Abstract: An intravascular snare device for use in capturing debris found in blood vessels. The snare device is fabricated from a tube and includes longitudinally and circumferentially extending members. The snare device specifically embodies structure that provides enhanced radial opening and angular resistance to collapse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2012
    Assignee: Abbott Laboratories
    Inventors: Olin Palmer, Christopher T. Shen, Robert LaDuca, Larry Voss, Saypin Phonthalasa
  • SELF-EXPANDING PSEUDO-BRAIDED INTRAVASCULAR DEVICE
    Publication number: 20120055614
    Abstract: A self-expanding, pseudo-braided device embodying a high expansion ratio and flexibility as well as comformability and improved radial force. The pseudo-braided device is particularly suited for advancement through and deployment within highly tortuous and very distal vasculature. Various forms of the pseudo-braided device are adapted for the repair of aneurysms and stenoses as well as for use in thrombectomies and embolic protection therapy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2011
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Applicant: ABBOTT LABORATORIES
    Inventors: David Hancock, Peter S. Brown, Larry Voss
  • Organ manipulator having suction member supported with freedom to move relative to its support
    Patent number: 8092369
    Abstract: An organ manipulator including at least one suction member or adhesive disk mounted to a joint providing freedom of movement of the at least one suction member or adhesive disk relative to its support. A method for retracting and maintaining an organ in a retracted position using suction (or adhesive force) so that the organ is free to move normally (e.g., to beat or undergo other limited-amplitude motion) is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2012
    Assignee: MAQUET Cardiovascular LLC
    Inventors: Steven Peng, Larry Voss, David E. Hancock, Grace A. Carlson, John W. Davis, Albert K. Chin, Jaime S. Vargas
  • Self-expanding pseudo-braided intravascular device
    Patent number: 8043326
    Abstract: A self-expanding, pseudo-braided device embodying a high expansion ratio and flexibility as well as comformability and improved radial force. The pseudo-braided device is particularly suited for advancement through and deployment within highly tortuous and very distal vasculature. Various forms of the pseudo-braided device are adapted for the repair of aneurysms and stenoses as well as for use in thrombectomies and embolic protection therapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2011
    Assignee: Abbott Cardiobascular Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: David Hancock, Peter S. Brown, Larry Voss
  • EXPANDABLE EMBOLI FILTER AND THROMBECTOMY DEVICE
    Publication number: 20110106138
    Abstract: Expandable emboli filter and thrombectomy devices adapted for use with microcatheters to remove debris from blood vessels. The devices embody expanded profiles that span the entirety of various sized target vessels and thus are particularly effective in the engagement of debris found in vessels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2010
    Publication date: May 5, 2011
    Applicant: ABBOTT LABORATORIES
    Inventors: David Hancock, William Stephen Tremulis, Saypin Phonthalasa, Olin Palmer, Larry Voss, Gary A. Walker
  • INTRAVASCULAR DEVICE AND SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20110004238
    Abstract: A device for use in capturing or collecting debris found in blood vessels or other body lumens. The devices can be fabricated from a tube and include longitudinally and circumferentially extending members. The device can further embody structure that provides enhanced radial opening and angular resistance to collapse and structure for absorbing or modifying forces applied thereto by an operator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2010
    Publication date: January 6, 2011
    Applicant: ABBOTT LABORATORIES
    Inventors: Olin Palmer, Christopher T. Shen, Robert LaDuca, Larry Voss, Saypin Phonthalasa, John E. Papp, Stephen A. Morales, Coeta K. Peloquin, Charles R. Peterson, Anuja H. Patel
  • Organ Manipulator Having Suction Member Supported with Freedom to Move Relative to Its Support
    Publication number: 20100280324
    Abstract: An organ manipulator including at least one suction member or adhesive disk mounted to a joint providing freedom of movement of the at least one suction member or adhesive disk relative to its support. A method for retracting and maintaining an organ in a retracted position using suction (or adhesive force) so that the organ is free to move normally (e.g., to beat or undergo other limited-amplitude motion) is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2010
    Publication date: November 4, 2010
    Inventors: Steven Peng, Larry Voss, David E. Hancock, Grace A. Carlson, John W. Davis, Albert K. Chin, Jaime S. Vargas
  • Intravascular device and system
    Patent number: 7780694
    Abstract: A device for use in capturing or collecting debris found in blood vessels or other body lumens. The devices can be fabricated from a tube and include longitudinally and circumferentially extending members. The device can further embody structure that provides enhanced radial opening and angular resistance to collapse and structure for absorbing or modifying forces applied thereto by an operator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2010
    Assignee: Advanced CArdiovascular Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Olin Palmer, Christopher T. Shen, Robert LaDuca, Larry Voss, Saypin Phonthalasa, John E. Papp, Stephen A. Morales, Coeta K. Peloquin, Charles R. Peterson, Anuja H. Patel
  • Organ manipulator having suction member supported with freedom to move relative to its support
    Patent number: 7766817
    Abstract: An organ manipulator including at least one suction member or adhesive disc mounted to a joint providing freedom of movement of the at least one suction member or adhesive disk relative to its support. A method for retracting and suspending an organ in a retracted position using suction (or adhesive force) so that the organ is free to move normally (e.g., to beat or undergo other limited-amplitude motion) in at least the vertical direction during both steps.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2010
    Assignee: Maquet Cardiovascular LLC
    Inventors: Steven Peng, Larry Voss, David E. Hancock, Grace A. Carlson, John W. Davis, Albert K. Chin, Jaime S. Vargas
  • SELF-EXPANDING PSEUDO-BRAIDED INTRAVASCULAR DEVICE
    Publication number: 20100004726
    Abstract: A self-expanding, pseudo-braided device embodying a high expansion ratio and flexibility as well as comformability and improved radial force. The pseudo-braided device is particularly suited for advancement through and deployment within highly tortuous and very distal vasculature. Various forms of the pseudo-braided device are adapted for the repair of aneurysms and stenoses as well as for use in thrombectomies and embolic protection therapy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2009
    Publication date: January 7, 2010
    Applicant: ENDOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: David Hancock, Peter S. Brown, Larry Voss
  • SNARE
    Publication number: 20080275497
    Abstract: An intravascular snare device for use in capturing debris found in blood vessels. The snare device is fabricated from a tube and includes longitudinally and circumferentially extending members. The snare device specifically embodies structure that provides enhanced radial opening and angular resistance to collapse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2008
    Publication date: November 6, 2008
    Applicant: ENDOSVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: OLIN PALMER, Christopher T. Shen, Robert LaDuca, Larry Voss, Saypin Phonthalasa
  • SELF-EXPANDING, PSEUDO-BRAIDED INTRAVASCULAR DEVICE
    Publication number: 20080109063
    Abstract: A self-expanding, pseudo-braided device embodying a high expansion ratio and flexibility as well as comformability and improved radial force. The pseudo-braided device is particularly suited for advancement through and deployment within highly tortuous and very distal vasculature. Various forms of the pseudo-braided device are adapted for the repair of aneurysms and stenoses as well as for use in thrombectomies and embolic protection therapy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2008
    Publication date: May 8, 2008
    Applicant: ENDOSVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: David Hancock, Peter Brown, Larry Voss
  • Organ manipulator having suction member supported with freedom to move relative to its support
    Publication number: 20070238917
    Abstract: An organ manipulator including at least one suction member or adhesive disc mounted to a joint providing freedom of movement of the at least one suction member or adhesive disk relative to its support. A method for retracting and suspending an organ in a retracted position using suction (or adhesive force) so that the organ is free to move normally (e.g., to beat or undergo other limited-amplitude motion) in at least the vertical direction during both steps.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2007
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Inventors: Steven Peng, Larry Voss, David Hancock, Grace Carlson, John Davis, Albert Chin, Jaime Vargas
  • FILTER/EMBOLI EXTRACTOR FOR USE IN VARIABLE SIZED BLOOD VESSELS
    Publication number: 20070191866
    Abstract: An extraction device for the removal of clots and foreign bodies from vasculature. The extractor device is connected to an elongate mandrel and is located within a longitudinally extending lumen defined by a catheter. A clot or foreign material extracted from a vessel by moving the extraction device and catheter proximally until the clot or foreign material does not perfuse a critical organ.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2007
    Publication date: August 16, 2007
    Applicant: ENDOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Olin Palmer, David Hancock, Larry Voss, Christopher Ken
  • Expandable emboli filter and thrombectomy device
    Publication number: 20070156170
    Abstract: Expandable emboli filter and thrombectomy devices adapted for use with microcatheters to remove debris from blood vessels. The devices embody expanded profiles that span the entirety of various sized target vessels and thus are particularly effective in the engagement of debris found in vessels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2007
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: David Hancock, William Tremulis, Saypin Phonthalasa, Olin Palmer, Larry Voss, Gary Walker
  • Organ manipulator having suction member supported with freedom to move relative to its support
    Patent number: 7226409
    Abstract: An organ manipulator including at least one suction member or adhesive disk mounted to a joint providing freedom of movement of the at least one suction member or adhesive disk relative to its support. A method for retracting and suspending an organ in a retracted position using suction (or adhesive force) so that the organ is free to move normally (e.g., to beat or undergo other limited-amplitude motion) in at least the vertical direction during both steps.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2007
    Assignee: Origin Medsystems, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Peng, Larry Voss, David E. Hancock, Grace A. Carlson, John W. Davis, Albert K. Chin, Jaime S. Vargas