Patents by Inventor Robert A. Lauderdale

Robert A. Lauderdale 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).

  • Serrated S-retractor
    Patent number: 5743853
    Abstract: An apparatus for use in surgery includes an instrument body having a middle portion and first and second ends. The instrument body is S-shaped along its length, with the middle portion being straight. At least one of the first or second ends is serrated for use in dissection of tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1996
    Date of Patent: April 28, 1998
    Inventor: Robert A. Lauderdale