Patents by Inventor Melvin A. Astrahan

Melvin A. Astrahan 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: 5220927
    Abstract: A urethral inserted applicator for prostate electromagnetic hyperthermia includes apparatus for holding and positioning at least one electromagnetic energy applicator in a urethral passage extending through a prostate gland. The apparatus includes a multi-passage or multi-tube, balloon type urinary or Foley catheter with fluid-dry passages for insertion of microwave antenna or capacitive electrode type applicators, and an electromagnetic compatible type temperature sensor for measuring the temperature of the prostate tissue. The urinary catheter provides an open fluid receiving tube enabling urine drainage from the bladder and a balloon at the tip region of the catheter for engaging the bladder neck to properly position and hold the apparatus during treatment. An electromagnetic generator supplies electromagnetic energy to the applicators.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 1990
    Date of Patent: June 22, 1993
    Assignee: BSD Medical Corporation
    Inventors: Melvin A. Astrahan, Paul F. Turner