Patents by Inventor Susan C. Nicolson

Susan C. Nicolson 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).

  • Lingual oximeter probe
    Patent number: 4928691
    Abstract: A non-invasive, electro-optical sensor probe and a method for its use are disclosed. The sensor probe measures light extinction during transillumination of a portion of blood-perfused tissue. A malleable layer makes the sensor particularly well-suited for attachment to a central site, such as the patient's tongue, cheek, gum or lip, to provide accurate oxygen saturation and pulse rate readings for patients with lowered or inconsistent peripheral circulation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 1987
    Date of Patent: May 29, 1990
    Assignee: Nellcor Incorporated
    Inventors: Susan C. Nicolson, David R. Jobes