Patents by Inventor Richard Sofranko

Richard Sofranko 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).

  • Inflow conduit for ventricular assist device
    Publication number: 20060167333
    Abstract: An inflow conduit of a ventricular assist device configured to prevent formation of recirculation and stagnation zones as well as collapse due to external forces or pump induced suction can be rigid and have a funnel like shape with an elbow to accommodate a patient anatomy. Stiffening elements and pressure sensing devices can also be provided associated with the inflow conduit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2003
    Publication date: July 27, 2006
    Inventors: Daniel Moore, Christopher Capone, Marlin Heilman, Steve Kolenik, Carl Parisi, Edward Prem, Richard Sofranko