Patents by Inventor Michael E. Carley

Michael E. Carley 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).

  • Apparatus and methods for the treatment of urinary incontinence
    Patent number: 10245134
    Abstract: Devices and methods for treating urinary incontinence are disclosed. In one embodiment, an implantable device uses non-biodegradable suture(s) positioned under or adjacent to the urethra. The sutures may be anchored by one of several methods including integration with mesh, tines, barbs, or an alternative anchoring system away from the urethra. A delivery system may comprise a hollow trocar with removable tip and handle. Methods for treating urinary incontinence using the devices are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2019
    Inventor: Michael E. Carley
  • Apparatus and Methods for the Treatment of Urinary Incontinence
    Publication number: 20150230905
    Abstract: Devices and methods for treating urinary incontinence are disclosed. In one embodiment, an implantable device uses non-biodegradable suture(s) positioned under or adjacent to the urethra. The sutures may be anchored by one of several methods including integration with mesh, tines, barbs, or an alternative anchoring system away from the urethra. A delivery system may comprise a hollow trocar with removable tip and handle. Methods for treating urinary incontinence using the devices are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2015
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Inventor: Michael E. Carley