Patents by Inventor Michael Sansoucy
Michael Sansoucy 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).
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Publication number: 20240017038Abstract: A single or multiple lumen catheter is disclosed which includes an expandable lumen. The expandable lumen is movable from a collapsed or sealed configuration to an open or expanded configuration. In the open configuration, the expandable lumen is dimensioned to receive a guidewire or stylet or facilitate the introduction of fluids into a patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2023Publication date: January 18, 2024Inventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Patent number: 11744986Abstract: A single or multiple lumen catheter is disclosed which includes an expandable lumen. The expandable lumen is movable from a collapsed or sealed configuration to an open or expanded configuration. In the open configuration, the expandable lumen is dimensioned to receive a guidewire or stylet or facilitate the introduction of fluids into a patient.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2019Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: Mozarc Medical US LLCInventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Patent number: 11723523Abstract: An elevator for an endoscope comprises a first end secured to the endoscope, a second end movable by an actuator, a flexible portion positioned between the first and second ends that is rotatable when the second end is moved by the actuator, and a guide portion extending between the flexible portion and the second end to receive an endotherapy instrument extending from the endoscope, the guide portion comprising a chute to guide the endotherapy instrument leaving the endoscope. A method of forming an elevator comprises forming from a planar sheet of material an elongate body comprising a length between first and second ends, a width, and a thickness, forming a guide body in the elongate body, bending the elongate body such that first and second lengths of the elongate body oppose each other to form an interior space, and bending the guide body to extend into the interior space.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2020Date of Patent: August 15, 2023Assignee: Gyrus ACMI, Inc.Inventors: Joey Magno, Kurt G. Shelton, Thomas J. Holman, Michael Sansoucy
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Patent number: 11638589Abstract: A rotatable surgical instrument and method includes an outer tubular member and an inner tubular member contained, at least in part, within the outer tubular member and configured to rotate relative to the outer tubular member, the inner tubular member and outer tubular member forming a gap therebetween. A distal tip is coupled to and configured to rotate with the inner tubular member. Bearings, each positioned in the gap and encircling the inner tubular member, are configured to maintain a separation between the outer tubular member and the inner tubular member. A spacer is positioned within the gap and between two of the bearings, wherein the spacer is configured to maintain a spacing between the bearings.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2020Date of Patent: May 2, 2023Assignee: Gyrus ACMI, Inc.Inventors: Michael Sansoucy, James Harr
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Publication number: 20230030109Abstract: A handheld surgical instrument having a handpiece and a shaft extending from the handpiece is provided. The instrument includes a cutting implement disposed at a distal end of the shaft and an articulation portion disposed proximate to the cutting implement. The articulation portion includes a set of first slits and a set of second slits opposite the first set of slits. The articulation portion also has first and second passageways disposed in the slits along with first and second flat pull wires disposed in the passageways. The instrument also has an articulation control assembly that includes an articulator having first and second anchor points coupled with the first and second flat pull wires. The articulator moves the first flat pull wire in a first direction and moves the second flat pull wire in a second direction opposite the first direction during actuation.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2022Publication date: February 2, 2023Inventors: Joey Magno, Michael Sansoucy, Richard M. Braga, Scott Wudyka
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Publication number: 20210204800Abstract: An elevator for an endoscope comprises a first end secured to the endoscope, a second end movable by an actuator, a flexible portion positioned between the first and second ends that is rotatable when the second end is moved by the actuator, and a guide portion extending between the flexible portion and the second end to receive an endotherapy instrument extending from the endoscope, the guide portion comprising a chute to guide the endotherapy instrument leaving the endoscope. A method of forming an elevator comprises forming from a planar sheet of material an elongate body comprising a length between first and second ends, a width, and a thickness, forming a guide body in the elongate body, bending the elongate body such that first and second lengths of the elongate body oppose each other to form an interior space, and bending the guide body to extend into the interior space.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2020Publication date: July 8, 2021Inventors: Joey Magno, Kurt G. Shelton, Thomas J. Holman, Michael Sansoucy
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Publication number: 20210100563Abstract: A rotatable surgical instrument and method includes an outer tubular member and an inner tubular member contained, at least in part, within the outer tubular member and configured to rotate relative to the outer tubular member, the inner tubular member and outer tubular member forming a gap therebetween. A distal tip is coupled to and configured to rotate with the inner tubular member. Bearings, each positioned in the gap and encircling the inner tubular member, are configured to maintain a separation between the outer tubular member and the inner tubular member. A spacer is positioned within the gap and between two of the bearings, wherein the spacer is configured to maintain a spacing between the bearings.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2020Publication date: April 8, 2021Inventors: Michael Sansoucy, James Harr
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Publication number: 20190167946Abstract: A single or multiple lumen catheter is disclosed which includes an expandable lumen. The expandable lumen is movable from a collapsed or sealed configuration to an open or expanded configuration. In the open configuration, the expandable lumen is dimensioned to receive a guidewire or stylet or facilitate the introduction of fluids into a patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2019Publication date: June 6, 2019Inventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Patent number: 10238836Abstract: A single or multiple lumen catheter is disclosed which includes an expandable lumen. The expandable lumen is movable from a collapsed or sealed configuration to an open or expanded configuration. In the open configuration, the expandable lumen is dimensioned to receive a guidewire or stylet or facilitate the introduction of fluids into a patient.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2015Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Assignee: Covidien LPInventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Patent number: 10143822Abstract: The present disclosure relates to multiple embodiments of catheters which include valved openings which are normally closed to maintain a lock solution within a catheter during periods of non-use.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2012Date of Patent: December 4, 2018Assignee: Covidien LPInventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Patent number: 10039899Abstract: A catheter includes an elongate body having a proximal portion and a distal portion, and a tip having a proximal portion coupled to a distal portion of the elongate body along a longitudinal axis of the elongate body. The elongate body and tip together define a first lumen and a second lumen. The elongate body further defines a third lumen extending distally to a body opening defined by the elongate body and in fluid communication with the third lumen. A cross-sectional area, orthogonal to the longitudinal axis, of at least one of the first and second lumens increases from a point proximal to the body opening to a point distal to the body opening.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2013Date of Patent: August 7, 2018Assignee: Covidien LPInventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Patent number: 10016578Abstract: A tunneling system for use with a catheter includes an elongate tunneling member defining a longitudinal axis along at least a portion of a longitudinal length thereof. The elongate member has a first end and a second end. The tunneling system further includes a connector configured for releasably engaging the second end of the elongate tunneling member to the catheter.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2016Date of Patent: July 10, 2018Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Richard Braga, Michael Sansoucy, Todd Chelak, Mark Callahan
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Patent number: 9878143Abstract: A luer adapter includes a body including an inner surface defining a lumen and first and second ends. Each end is adapted to connect to a medical device. An antimicrobial material is positioned at least on a portion of the inner surface. A barrier is positioned between the lumen and the antimicrobial material and permits the passage of the antimicrobial material therethrough upon exposure to moisture. The barrier may include hydrophilic material.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2010Date of Patent: January 30, 2018Assignee: Covidien LPInventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Publication number: 20160303349Abstract: A tunneling system for use with a catheter includes an elongate tunneling member defining a longitudinal axis along at least a portion of a longitudinal length thereof. The elongate member has a first end and a second end. The tunneling system further includes a connector configured for releasably engaging the second end of the elongate tunneling member to the catheter.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2016Publication date: October 20, 2016Inventors: Richard Braga, Michael Sansoucy, Todd Chelak, Mark Callahan
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Patent number: 9381038Abstract: A tunneling system for use with a catheter includes an elongate tunneling member defining a longitudinal axis along at least a portion of a longitudinal length thereof. The elongate member has a first end and a second end. The tunneling system further includes a connector configured for releasably engaging the second end of the elongate tunneling member to the catheter.Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2014Date of Patent: July 5, 2016Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Richard Braga, Michael Sansoucy, Todd Chelak, Mark Callahan
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Publication number: 20150360000Abstract: A single or multiple lumen catheter is disclosed which includes an expandable lumen. The expandable lumen is movable from a collapsed or sealed configuration to an open or expanded configuration. In the open configuration, the expandable lumen is dimensioned to receive a guidewire or stylet or facilitate the introduction of fluids into a patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2015Publication date: December 17, 2015Inventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Publication number: 20150094670Abstract: A catheter includes an elongate body having a proximal portion and a distal portion, and a tip having a proximal portion coupled to a distal portion of the elongate body along a longitudinal axis of the elongate body. The elongate body and tip together define a first lumen and a second lumen. The elongate body further defines a third lumen extending distally to a body opening defined by the elongate body and in fluid communication with the third lumen. A cross-sectional area, orthogonal to the longitudinal axis, of at least one of the first and second lumens increases from a point proximal to the body opening to a point distal to the body opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2013Publication date: April 2, 2015Applicant: Covidien LPInventor: Michael Sansoucy
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Publication number: 20140171909Abstract: A tunneling system for use with a catheter includes an elongate tunneling member defining a longitudinal axis along at least a portion of a longitudinal length thereof. The elongate member has a first end and a second end. The tunneling system further includes a connector configured for releasably engaging the second end of the elongate tunneling member to the catheter.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2014Publication date: June 19, 2014Applicant: Covidien LPInventors: Richard Braga, Michael Sansoucy, Todd Chelak, Mark Callahan
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Patent number: 8708897Abstract: A tunneling system for use with a catheter includes an elongate tunneling member defining a longitudinal axis along at least a portion of a longitudinal length thereof. The elongate member has a first end and a second end. The tunneling system further includes a connector configured for releasably engaging the second end of the elongate tunneling member to the catheter.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2008Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Richard Braga, Michael Sansoucy, Todd Chelak, Mark Callahan
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Publication number: 20140012209Abstract: The present disclosure relates to multiple embodiments of catheters which include valved openings which are normally closed to maintain a lock solution within a catheter during periods of non-use.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2012Publication date: January 9, 2014Applicant: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LPInventor: Michael Sansoucy