Patents by Inventor Ross A. Longhini
Ross A. Longhini 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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Patent number: 9889298Abstract: Apparatus is provided, including an implantable mechanical support comprising a mesh shaped to support a portion of a urethra of a patient. One or more electrodes, coupled to the mesh, so as to contact tissue of the patient when the mechanical support (26) is implanted in the patient. A control unit drives the electrodes to apply a current to the tissue. Other embodiments are also described.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2007Date of Patent: February 13, 2018Assignee: Astora Women's Health, LLCInventors: Ross A. Longhini, Yosef Gross
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Publication number: 20160030147Abstract: Improved methods and apparatuses for treatment of incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse are provided. A neo ligament for increasing the supportive function of the tissues supporting the urethra, bladder neck, or rectum is disclosed. Methods of using such a neoligament to treat incontinence are disclosed. Additionally, a self tensioning elastic tissue bolster for support of the tissues that support the urethra, rectum, and bladder neck are disclosed. A method of treating incontinence by injecting proliferative agents into supportive structures is disclosed. Methods and apparatus for transvaginal and transperitieai pelvic floor bolster treatment of incontinence and bladder pillar systems are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2015Publication date: February 4, 2016Inventors: John Fritz Otte, Robert E. Lund, John Jason Buysman, Edouard A. Koullick, Ross A. Longhini, James B. Presthus
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Patent number: 9084664Abstract: Improved methods and apparatuses for treatment of incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse are provided. A neo ligament for increasing the supportive function of the tissues supporting the urethra, bladder neck, or rectum is disclosed. Methods of using such a neoligament to treat incontinence are disclosed. Additionally, a self tensioning elastic tissue bolster for support of the tissues that support the urethra, rectum, and bladder neck are disclosed. A method of treating incontinence by injecting proliferative agents into supportive structures is disclosed. Methods and apparatus for transvaginal and transperineal pelvic floor bolster treatment of incontinence and bladder pillar systems are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2007Date of Patent: July 21, 2015Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: John Fritz Otte, Robert E. Lund, John Jason Buysman, Edouard A. Koullick, Ross A. Longhini, James B. Presthus
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Patent number: 8195296Abstract: Apparatus is provided, including an implantable mechanical support, shaped to support a portion of a urethra of a patient. One or more electrodes are coupled to the mechanical support, so as to contact tissue of the patient when the mechanical support is implanted in the patient. A control unit drives the electrodes to apply a current to the tissue. A method for treating a patient is also provided, including implanting a mechanical support in a position that supports a urethra of a patient. In response to increased pelvic pressure of the patient, a substance stored in a portion of the mechanical support that is not under the urethra is moved to a portion of the mechanical support that is under the urethra. Other embodiments are also described.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2006Date of Patent: June 5, 2012Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Ross A. Longhini, Yosef Gross
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Publication number: 20090043356Abstract: Apparatus is provided, including an implantable mechanical support comprising a mesh shaped to support a portion of a urethra of a patient. One or more electrodes, coupled to the mesh, so as to contact tissue of the patient when the mechanical support (26) is implanted in the patient. A control unit drives the electrodes to apply a current to the tissue. Other embodiments are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2007Publication date: February 12, 2009Applicant: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Ross A. Longhini, Yosef Gross
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Publication number: 20080009667Abstract: A hybrid prolapse repair material comprising a polypropylene and a graft body attached together. Attachments are provided for detachably attaching a repair material to a needle. A needle and a system for using the needle are contemplated to get repair material closer to the ischial spine. Graft to arm attachment concepts are taught to couple a mesh to a graft body. Additionally, a hysterectomy tool is provided to allow a surgeon to track vital organs.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2007Publication date: January 10, 2008Applicant: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Ross Longhini, Matthew Olson, James Cox, Richard Kaleta, Kelly Dockendorf, John Buysman, Jason Ogdahl, John Otte, Jessica Roll
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Publication number: 20070055377Abstract: The disclosure provides implants and methods for bone fusion procedures. In some embodiments, the implants are particularly advantageous for use between opposing vertebral bodies to facilitate stabilization or arthrodesis of an intervertebral joint. The implants includes, at least, a support component that provides structural support during fusion. In a typical embodiment, the implants also include a growth component. A growth component provides an environment conductive to new bone growth between the bones being fused. Several unique configuration to enhance fusion, instruments for insertion and methods for insertion use are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 22, 2006Publication date: March 8, 2007Applicant: Zimmer Spine, Inc.Inventors: David Hanson, Ross Longhini, Daniel McPhillips
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Publication number: 20060200166Abstract: The disclosure provides implants, instruments and methods for bone fusion procedures. In some embodiments, the implants are particularly advantageous for use between opposing vertebral bodies to facilitate stabilization or arthrodesis of an intervertebral joint. The implants include, at least, a support component that provides structural support during fusion. In a typical embodiment, the implants also include a growth component. A growth component provides an environment conducive to new bone growth between the bones being fused. Several unique configurations to enhance fusion, instruments for insertion and methods for insertion are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2006Publication date: September 7, 2006Applicant: Zimmer Spine, Inc.Inventors: David Hanson, Ross Longhini, Daniel McPhillips, Steven Seme
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Patent number: 7018416Abstract: Implants, instruments and methods for bone fusion procedures are disclosed. In some embodiments, the implants are particularly advantageous for use between opposing vertebral bodies to facilitate stabilization or arthrodesis of an intervertebral joint. The implants include, at least, a support component that provides structural support during fusion. In a typical embodiment, the implants also include a growth component. A growth component provides an environment conducive to new bone growth between the bones being fused. Several unique configurations to enhance fusion, instruments for insertion and methods for insertion are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2002Date of Patent: March 28, 2006Assignee: Zimmer Spine, Inc.Inventors: David A. Hanson, Ross A. Longhini, Daniel D. McPhillips, Steven J. Seme
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Publication number: 20040088055Abstract: The disclosure provides implants and methods for bone fusion procedures. In some embodiments, the implants are particularly advantageous for use between opposing vertebral bodies to facilitate stabilization or arthrodesis of an intervertebral joint. The implants includes, at least, a support component that provides structural support during fusion. In a typical embodiment, the implants also include a growth component. A growth component provides an environment conductive to new bone growth between the bones being fused. Several unique configuration to enhance fusion, instruments for insertion and methods for insertion use are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2003Publication date: May 6, 2004Inventors: David A Hanson, Ross A. Longhini, Daniel D. Mcphillips
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Publication number: 20040059337Abstract: Instruments and methods for preparing adjacent bones for fusion, and for inserting implants are disclosed. In one embodiment, the instruments include paddles for spacing the adjacent bones a predetermined distance and a cutting edge to create a channel between the adjacent bones to receive a fusion implant. In another embodiment, the instruments include a bone cutting instrument, a rasp, and an implant inserting tool. The instruments and methods are particularly advantageous for preparing a spinal fusion implant site.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2003Publication date: March 25, 2004Applicant: Sulzer Spine-Tech Inc.Inventors: David A. Hanson, Ross A. Longhini, Steven J. Seme
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Publication number: 20030216744Abstract: Instruments and methods for insertion of one or more spinal implants into an intervertebral space between opposing vertebral bodies are disclosed. Instruments according to the invention include a guide for preparing a spinal fusion implant site, a guide starter, implant depth gauges, reamers, taps and implant drivers. The instruments and methods disclosed provide improved visualization of the surgical field and enhanced precision of placement of spinal fusion implants between vertebral bodies.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 2, 2003Publication date: November 20, 2003Applicant: Sulzer Spine-Tech Inc.Inventors: Ross Longhini, John J. Grabowski, Kevin V. Guenther, Erik E. Emstad, Peter J. Pohndorf
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Patent number: 6641582Abstract: Instruments and methods for preparing adjacent bones for fusion are disclosed. In a typical embodiment, the instruments include paddles for spacing the adjacent bones a predetermined distance and a cutting edge to create a channel between the adjacent bones to receive a fusion implant. The instruments and methods are particularly advantageous for preparing a spinal fusion implant site.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2000Date of Patent: November 4, 2003Assignee: Sulzer Spine-Tech Inc.Inventors: David A. Hanson, Ross A. Longhini, Steven J. Seme
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Patent number: 6635060Abstract: Instruments and methods for preparing adjacent bones for fusion, and for inserting implants are disclosed. In one embodiment, the instruments include paddles for spacing the adjacent bones a predetermined distance and a cutting edge to create a channel between the adjacent bones to receive a fusion implant. In another embodiment, the instruments include a bone cutting instrument, a rasp, and an implant inserting tool. The instruments and methods are particularly advantageous for preparing a spinal fusion implant site.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2001Date of Patent: October 21, 2003Assignee: Sulzer Spine-Tech Inc.Inventors: David A. Hanson, Ross A. Longhini, Steven J. Seme
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Patent number: 6524318Abstract: Instruments and methods for insertion of one or more spinal implants into an intervertebral space between opposing vertebral bodies are disclosed. Instruments according to the invention include a guide for preparing a spinal fusion implant site, a guide starter, implant depth gauges, reamers, taps and implant drivers. The instruments and methods disclosed provide improved visualization of the surgical field and enhanced precision of placement of spinal fusion implants between vertebral bodies.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2000Date of Patent: February 25, 2003Assignee: Sulzer Spine-Tech Inc.Inventors: Ross Longhini, John J. Grabowski, Kevin V. Guenther, Erik E. Emstad, Peter J. Pohndorf
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Publication number: 20030028197Abstract: The disclosure provides implants, instruments and methods for bone fusion procedures. In some embodiments, the implants are particularly advantageous for use between opposing vertebral bodies to facilitate stabilization or arthrodesis of an intervertebral joint. The implants include, at least, a support component that provides structural support during fusion. In a typical embodiment, the implants also include a growth component. A growth component provides an environment conducive to new bone growth between the bones being fused. Several unique configurations to enhance fusion, instruments for insertion and methods for insertion are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2002Publication date: February 6, 2003Inventors: David A. Hanson, Ross A. Longhini, Daniel D. McPhillips, Steven J. Seme
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Publication number: 20020068941Abstract: Instruments and methods for preparing adjacent bones for fusion, and for inserting implants are disclosed. In one embodiment, the instruments include paddles for spacing the adjacent bones a predetermined distance and a cutting edge to create a channel between the adjacent bones to receive a fusion implant. In another embodiment, the instruments include a bone cutting instrument, a rasp, and an implant inserting tool. The instruments and methods are particularly advantageous for preparing a spinal fusion implant site.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2001Publication date: June 6, 2002Inventors: David A. Hanson, Ross A. Longhini, Steven J. Seme
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Patent number: 5149267Abstract: An assembly for holding dental shade guides has a first holder and a second holder, both of which include coupler parts for coupling the holders to each other and to other holders as desired in modular fashion. Each holder may be connected to the adjacent holder in one of two possible orientations in order to bring different shade guides into closer view. Additionally, the shade guides are releasably connected to the holders and may be inserted in receptacles of the holders in a variety of orientations.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 1991Date of Patent: September 22, 1992Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Ross A. Longhini, Daryl L. Neisse, Gerald E. Drake, James R. Kvitrud
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Patent number: D328348Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 1990Date of Patent: July 28, 1992Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Daryl L. Neisse, Ross A. Longhini, Gerald E. Drake, James R. Kvitrud