Patents by Inventor Tobias M. Goodman

Tobias M. Goodman 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).

  • Urushiol therapy of transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder
    Patent number: 6355691
    Abstract: Transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder is effectively treated by intravesical installation of urushiol. The urushiol appears to function as an intracellular hapten to help create an immunological reaction in localized tissues.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2002
    Inventor: Tobias M. Goodman
  • Endoscopic device with three-way valve
    Patent number: 4567880
    Abstract: An endoscopic device comprises a tubular endoscopic sheath which has distal and proximal ends and is receivable in a patient, a telescope portion in the sheath, and an irrigation and drainage valve mounted on the device adjacent the proximal end of the sheath. The telescope portion is operable for viewing an area of a patient adjacent the distal end of the sheath and the valve is operable for effecting irrigation and drainage of the same area to provide improved visibility through the telescope portion. The valve is operable by moving a forefinger in a single motion across a knob portion of a valve element of the valve to move the valve element between a first position for effecting irrigation, a second closed position, and a third position for effecting drainage. The simple operation of the valve allows an operator to effect irrigation and drainage while viewing through the telescope portion and permits irrigation and drainage to be accurately controlled so that the risks to the patient are minimized.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 1984
    Date of Patent: February 4, 1986
    Inventor: Tobias M. Goodman
  • Ureteroscope
    Patent number: 4557255
    Abstract: A ureteroscope for carrying out surgical procedures in the lower ureter area under direct visual control. The ureteroscope includes a sheath having a main portion which is dimensioned to be received in the urethra so that it extends into the urinary bladder, a tapered portion which extends from the main portion and a terminal portion which is dimensioned to be received in the ureter. The ureteroscope also includes a telescope assembly which extends through the sheath and is operable for viewing the area of the ureter adjacent the distal end of the sheath. Remotely operable jaws are provided in one embodiment of the device for retrieving stones and the like, and another embodiment is constructed for use in combination with a variety of appliances for carrying out various surgical procedures in the ureter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 1983
    Date of Patent: December 10, 1985
    Inventor: Tobias M. Goodman