Patents Issued in January 19, 2017
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Publication number: 20170014218Abstract: A vaginal insertion portion is disclosed, the vaginal insertion portion including a base portion, a proximal holding portion located on a proximal side of the base portion, and a suction portion located on distal side of the proximal holding portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: TERUMO KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventors: Masakatsu KAWAURA, Nao MANDAI, Nobuo TAKAHASHI, Thomas J. FOGARTY, David WILLIS, Thomas HOWELL, Peter CARLOTTO, Shuji UEMURA
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Publication number: 20170014219Abstract: A surgical instrument is provided including a handle portion and a body portion extending distally from the handle portion and defining a longitudinal axis. The surgical instrument also includes a grasper disposed at a distal end of the body portion, the grasper including an ultraviolet (UV) light mechanism for performing UV tacking of an implant. The implant is positioned between the first and second jaw members of the grasper: (i) to be placed at a surgical site and (ii) to be exposed by a UV light emitted from the UV light mechanism such that the UV tacking of the implant to the surgical site is performed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Timothy Sargeant
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Publication number: 20170014220Abstract: Described herein are intra-oral prostheses that can help replace or augment the function of the native tongue, such as to assist with swallowing. Disclosed prostheses can provide mechanical force, based on the power of mastication, to propel a food bolus into the pharyngeal phase of swallowing. Disclosed prostheses can be used to enhance swallowing rehabilitation as a temporary aid and/or can be used to permanently replace lost tongue functionality. Also disclosed are other anatomical prostheses, such as to provide power for the articulation of dysfunctional extremities, by transforming mechanical force from another nearby functioning muscle group.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2015Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: University of Pittsburgh - Of the Commonwealth System of Higher EducationInventors: Neil Gildener-Leapman, Youngjae Chun
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Publication number: 20170014221Abstract: The present disclosure provides a stent graft comprising (a) a self-expandable stent structure and a graft covering positioned over the self-expandable stent structure, the self-expandable stent structure having a first end and a second end, wherein the self-expandable stent structure defines a lumen, and (b) at least one annular channel defined by at least one of the self-expandable stent structure and the graft covering and extending radially outward from the self-expandable stent structure or at least one annular protrusion defined by at least one of the self-expandable stent structure and the graft covering and extending radially inward from the self-expandable stent structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Patrick W. Kelly
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Publication number: 20170014222Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an endoluminal prosthesis, such as a stent graft that includes one or more fenestrations to accommodate endovascular disease, such as an aneurysm in cases where one or more side branches is involved. In one aspect, the prosthesis includes fenestrations that are pivotable to accommodate the dynamic geometry of the aortic branches. In another aspect, the pivotable fenestrations include a first perimeter, a band of flexible material attached and surrounding the first perimeter, and a second perimeter attached to and surrounding the band of flexible material. The first perimeter, band of flexible material, and second perimeter have a geometric shape.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Blayne A. ROEDER, Matthew S. HUSER, David E. HARTLEY
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Publication number: 20170014223Abstract: Instruments and methods for surgical transosseous attachment to a bone include a guide able to guide the formation of intersecting bone tunnels and a passer able to pass a member through the bone tunnels.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: KATOR, LLCInventors: T. Wade Fallin, Joel Helgerson
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Publication number: 20170014224Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an anchor. The anchor includes a suture bridge having a proximal end and distal end. The distal end of the suture bridge has a thickness greater than a thickness of the proximal end of the suture bridge. At least two ribs extend from the proximal end of the suture bridge to a proximal end of the anchor. At least one open helical coil wraps around the at least two ribs and extends, substantially, from the proximal end of the suture bridge to the proximal end of the anchor. The at least one open helical coil defines an internal volume communicating with a region exterior to the anchor through apertures between turns of the at least one open helical coil. The at least two ribs are engagable with a grooved shaft of a driver.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: Smith & Nephew, Inc.Inventors: Tatsuya Arai, Mark Edwin Housman, Matthew Edwin Koski
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Publication number: 20170014225Abstract: A method and apparatus for coupling a soft tissue implant into a locking cavity formed within a bone is disclosed. The apparatus includes a member to pull the soft tissue implant into a femoral tunnel. The member includes a suture having first and second ends which are passed through first and second openings associated with the longitudinal passage to form a pair of loops. A collapsible tube is positioned about the suture. Application of tension onto the suture construction causes retraction of the soft tissue implant into the femoral tunnel and the collapse of the tube to form an anchor.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Gregory J. Denham, Kevin T. Stone
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Publication number: 20170014226Abstract: A self-supporting prosthesis, in particular for plastic and reconstructive surgery, comprises a body provided with a main portion suitable to reshape or fill the area of the body of the patient in which the prosthesis is intended to be implanted. The self-supporting prosthesis is characterised in that the body comprises a fixing portion suitable to allow fixing directly on the muscle tissue of the area of implantation.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Privato Fenaroli
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Publication number: 20170014227Abstract: A prosthetic heart valve leaflet is composed of a self-reinforced composite (SRC) structure that includes a first layer. The first layer can include a first plurality of fused fibers composed of a first polymeric material in which each fiber is fused to at least one adjacent fiber by a reflowed fiber domain region.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Mark W. Boden, Peter G. Edelman, Joseph Thomas Delaney, JR.
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Publication number: 20170014228Abstract: An expandable valve (100) and valve frame device that may be implanted within the body, for example, at a position of the heart. The device may be surgically implanted and subsequently expanded at a later time. The device may include an expandable sewing member (160) surrounding the valve frame (130) at a region between upstream and downstream ends of the device, for attaching the device to surrounding tissue. The device may include a membrane (140) for blocking leakage out the side of the valve frame between opposite ends. However, the membrane may include a side opening (170) for guiding fluid flow toward an appropriate anatomical outflow tract. The device may include a hood-like covering attached to a tissue wall, for smoothly receiving and guiding fluid flow along a perpendicular bend. The device may further include a flared opening at a downstream end, providing adequate space for device attachment.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2014Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: Children's Medical Center CorporationInventors: Sitaram Emani, James E. Lock, Pedro J. del Nido, Audrey C. Marshall
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Publication number: 20170014229Abstract: An implantable prosthetic valve can comprise an annular frame comprising an inflow end and an outflow end and being radially collapsible and expandable between a radially collapsed configuration and a radially expanded configuration, the frame defining an axial direction extending from the inflow end to the outflow end, a leaflet structure positioned within the frame and secured thereto, and an annular outer skirt positioned around an outer surface of the frame, wherein the outer skirt comprises an inflow edge secured to the frame at a first location, an outflow edge comprising a plurality of alternating projections and notches, wherein the projections are secured to the frame at a second location, and the notches are not directly secured to the frame, an intermediate portion between the inflow edge and the outflow edge that comprises a plurality of openings.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Diana Nguyen-Thien-Nhon, Timothy A. Geiser, Larry L. Wood, Dinesh L. Sirimanne, Son Nguyen, Tamir S. Levi, Nikolay Gurovich, Michael Bukin
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Publication number: 20170014230Abstract: A prosthetic valve including a wire frame having a generally tubular body portion, an interior area, a longitudinal axis, a first end comprising a plurality of crowns, and a second end comprising a greater number of crowns than the first end. The wire frame includes a plurality of adjacent rows of modified diamond-shaped structures extending between the first and second ends. The prosthetic valve further includes a valve structure that includes a plurality of leaflets and that is attached within the interior area of the wire frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Gianfranco M. Pellegrini, Mike Krivoruchko, Finn O. Rinne, Matthew J. Rust
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Publication number: 20170014231Abstract: An implantation device for a prosthetic heart valve includes a valve holder for maintaining the prosthetic heart valve in a closed configuration and at least one protective sheet coupled to the valve holder, the at least one protective sheet being configured to cover a leaflet of the heart valve during implantation.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: St. Jude Medical, Cardiology Division, Inc.Inventor: Xue Mei Li
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Publication number: 20170014232Abstract: A system for deploying a device to a distal location across a diseased vessel, comprising a sheath comprising an expandable distal portion comprising a porous wall defining a lumen there-through, the distal portion having a collapsed configuration, wherein the sheath has a first cross-sectional outer diameter and a first lumen inner diameter, and an expanded configuration, wherein the sheath has a second cross-sectional outer diameter and a second lumen inner diameter; wherein in the collapsed configuration, the sheath is configured to be advanced across at least a portion of the diseased vessel to a position adjacent the distal location and wherein said system comprises a removable expansion retention member configured to retain the expandable sheath in the collapsed configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Richard S. Ginn, Michael T. Carley
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Publication number: 20170014233Abstract: The present invention includes a device and method for a self-expanding framework device adapted to facilitate the deployment of an extra-cardiac device. The device includes a deployment tube and a self-expanding wire framework having a structure that results in the self-expanding wire framework circumferential flaring motion and bending outwardly to advance around the heart.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: John C. Criscione, Christina M. Bolch, Boris Leschinsky
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Publication number: 20170014234Abstract: Bioresorbable porous biocomposites for orthopaedic applications. In an exemplary embodiment of a resorbable orthopaedic implant of the present disclosure, the implant comprises a porous alloy of at least a first metal and a second metal sintered together, the alloy configured to resorb into a body at substantially an atomic level without flaking off, wherein a porosity of the implant is defined by a first plurality of interconnected holes having a first range of sizes.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Eric Nauman, Lia Stanciu, Michael J. Heiden, Madhi Dehestani
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Publication number: 20170014235Abstract: The present invention disclosed a method of producing a three-dimensional porous tissue in-growth structure. The method includes the steps of depositing a first layer of metal powder and scanning the first layer of metal powder with a laser beam to form a portion of a plurality of predetermined unit cells. Depositing at least one additional layer of metal powder onto a previous layer and repeating the step of scanning a laser beam for at least one of the additional layers in order to continuing forming the predetermined unit cells. The method further includes continuing the depositing and scanning steps to form a medical implant.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Eric Jones, Christopher J. Sutcliffe, Robin Stamp
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Publication number: 20170014236Abstract: An elbow prosthesis can include a humeral component having a yoke, an ulnar component having a head, a humeral bearing positionable in a base of the humeral component, an ulnar bearing assembly configured to engage with the head, and a pin extendable through the bearing assembly and the head. The pin can be extendable into first and second ears of the yoke to enable pivotable movement of the ulnar component relative to the humeral component. The elbow prosthesis can include a first fastener insertable through the first ear of the yoke and configured to engage with the pin, and a second fastener insertable through the second ear of the yoke and configured to engage with the pin.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Terry W. Wagner, Brian L. Kincaid, Kenton A. Walz, Stephen H. Hoag, Mark Reed Marqueling, Brian C. Hodorek
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Publication number: 20170014237Abstract: The invention is directed to a meniscus prosthesis comprising an arc-shaped meniscus prosthesis body having a main portion (1) comprising a reinforcing part (2) and two end portions (1A, 1B) comprising fixation parts (2A, 2B), wherein the main portion (1) comprises a part made of a first biocompatible, non-resorbable material extending between the two end portions (1A, 1B), wherein the reinforcing part (2) and the fixation parts (2A, 2B) are made of a second biocompatible, non-resorbable material and wherein the reinforcing part (2) extends between the fixation parts (2A, 2B) and wherein the fixation parts (2A, 2B) have a through hole (3A, 3B), the first biocompatible, non-resorbable material has a tensile modulus of at most 100 MPa as determined by ISO 527-1 and the second biocompatible, non-resorbable material has a tensile modulus of at least 101 MPa as determined by ISO 527-1.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 10, 2015Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Jacob KOENEN, Edwin DAAMEN, Tony van TIENEN, Pieter BUMA
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Publication number: 20170014238Abstract: A glenoid component is provided to reduce glenoid loosening when implanted in orthopedic joint replacement/reconstruction, such for a shoulder. The glenoid component can include pegs or a keel and articulating surface geometry that uses complex, non-spherical geometry to recreate a level of constraint that is adequate, but not excessive, to thereby mitigate loosening of the glenoid component after implantation. In addition, some embodiments provide that peak stresses both within cement and at an interface of the cement and a supportive component can be reduced. Further, geometry of the pegs can allow stresses to be evenly applied to a cement mantle formed in the supportive component. Finally, the pegs can be configured to desired lengths in order to avoid placement in areas of the supportive component, for example, that have insufficient bone stock.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Leo M. Reubelt, Peter L. Verrillo
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Publication number: 20170014239Abstract: Embodiments herein are generally directed to spinal implants, systems, apparatuses, and components thereof that can be used in spinal fusion and/or stabilization procedures, as well as methods of installation. The spinal implants may include an intervertebral spacer and a plate member.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2015Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Alex Burkhardt, Kevin Gahman, Chad Glerum, Mark Weiman, John Matthews, Michael Ashleigh, Sean Gill, Mark Miccio
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Publication number: 20170014240Abstract: Embodiments herein are generally directed to spinal implants, systems, apparatuses, and components thereof that can be used in spinal fusion and/or stabilization procedures, as well as methods of installation. The spinal implants may include an intervertebral spacer and a plate member.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Alex Burkhardt, Kevin Gahman, Chad Glerum, Mark Weiman, John Matthews, Michael Ashleigh, Sean Gill, Mark Miccio
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Publication number: 20170014241Abstract: Stand-alone interbody fusion devices for engagement between adjacent vertebrae. The stand-alone interbody fusion devices may include frames and one or more endplates coupled to the frame. The frame may be configured and designed to provide the apertures which are designed to retain bone fasteners, such as screws or anchors, and secure the implant to the adjacent vertebrae.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Veronika Martynova, Jason Zappacosta, Michael Hunt, Jason Gray, Jennifer Klimek, Noah Hansell, David Paul, Nick Padovani
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Publication number: 20170014242Abstract: An implant for therapeutically separating bones of a joint has two endplates each having an opening through the endplate, and at least one ramped surface on a side opposite a bone engaging side. A frame is slideably connected to the endplates to enable the endplates to move relative to each other at an angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the implant, in sliding connection with the frame. An actuator screw is rotatably connected to the frame. A carriage forms an open area aligned with the openings in the endplates. The openings in the endplates pass through the carriage to form an unimpeded passage from bone to bone of the joint. The carriage has ramps which mate with the ramped surfaces of the endplates, wherein when the carriage is moved by rotation of the actuator screw, the endplates move closer or farther apart.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Colm McLaughlin, Daniel Davenport, Robert W. Trout, III, Robert Rhoads, George Howard
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Publication number: 20170014243Abstract: According to some embodiments, a method of accessing an intervertebral space of a patient's spine in a minimally invasive manner compromises creating a passage from a posterior end of a pedicle of a vertebral member using a probe, advancing the probe through the pedicle and to a main body portion of the vertebral member, advancing the probe through a superior endplate of the vertebral member and into the intervertebral space and enlarging the passage using at least one tap to create an enlarged passage from a posterior of the pedicle to the intervertebral space. In some embodiments, the enlarged passage traverses at least three cortical layers of the vertebral member.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Raed Ali
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Publication number: 20170014244Abstract: Embodiments herein are generally directed to spinal implants, systems, apparatuses, and components thereof that can be used in spinal fusion and/or stabilization procedures, as well as methods of installation. The spinal implants may include an intervertebral spacer and a plate member.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 2, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Alex Burkhardt, Kevin Gahman, Chad Glerum, Mark Weiman, John Matthews, Michael Ashleigh, Sean Gill, Mark Miccio, Jason Zappacosta
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Publication number: 20170014245Abstract: The invention relates to a mechanical finger comprising, a knuckle, a proximal element, a rod, a motor, a motor driven screw and a distal element. The knuckle has a first and second pivot. The proximal element knuckle end is coupled to the first pivot. The proximal element also has a third pivot at a variable longitudinal distance from the first pivot. The rod has a near end pivotally coupled to the second pivot and a far end pivotally coupled to the third pivot. A motor is coupled to and referenced to the proximal element. A screw is driven to change the distance between the third pivot and the first pivot in response to a command from a controller to the motor. A distal element is pivotally coupled to the proximal element. The distal element rotates with respect to the proximal element in response to a change in the variable distance between the third pivot and the first pivot.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2014Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Mark Hunter
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Publication number: 20170014246Abstract: This disclosure relates to the field of prosthetics, more specifically to a pinless anthropomorphic hinge or joint, and a digit comprising one or more phalanges connected by and articulating around pinless joints, whereby the joints provide compliant movement in more than one plane. This disclosure also relates to modular prosthetic systems comprising multiple digits, in particular for partial-hand replacements.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Bradley Delton Veatch
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Publication number: 20170014247Abstract: A prosthesis and a method for implantation of the prosthesis into a bodily lumen are provided. The prosthesis includes a body having a proximal portion, a distal portion, an outer surface and a lumen extending therethrough defining an inner surface. The outer surface includes a first plurality of protrusions, the first plurality of protrusions are adapted to increase the friction force between the prosthesis and the bodily lumen, the first plurality of protrusions forming a first pattern on at least a portion of the outer surface of the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: Cook Medical Technologies LLCInventors: Michael Ryan, Gerard Houlihan
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Publication number: 20170014248Abstract: The present disclosure provides a stent graft defining a lumen having a first end and a second end, the stent graft comprising (a) a first portion at the first end of the stent graft having a first diameter and a first length, wherein a first stent structure of the first portion is balloon-expandable, (b) a second portion of the stent graft having a second diameter and a second length, wherein a second stent structure of the second portion is self-expanding, (c) a breakable restraint configured to be coupled to the second portion in a pre-deployment state and decoupled from the second portion in a deployed state, and (d) a third portion at the second end of the stent graft has a third diameter and a third length, wherein a third stent structure of the third portion is balloon-expandable.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Patrick W. Kelly
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Publication number: 20170014249Abstract: Preferred embodiments of a stent with a high degree of flexibility are shown and described. The stent can include a continuous helical winding and at least one bridge. The continuous helical winding has a plurality of circumferential sections that circumscribe a longitudinal axis from a first end to a second end to define a tube. The circumferential sections are spaced apart along the axis. The at least one bridge is configured to connect one circumferential section to an axially-spaced adjacent circumferential section. The at least one bridge extends on a plane generally orthogonal with respect to the axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: ANGIOMED GMBH & CO. MEDIZINTECHNIK KGInventors: THOMAS O. BALES, JR., SCOTT L. JAHRMARKT, CHARLES R. SLATER, PETER K. KRATSCH
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Publication number: 20170014250Abstract: A stent made from an ultra high molecular weight bioabsorbable polymer is disclosed herein. The bioabsorbable polymer can have a Mw greater than 1 million g/mole or greater than 2 million g/mole. Methods of making the ultra high molecular weight polymer stent without degrading the molecular weight are further disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Lothar W. Kleiner
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Publication number: 20170014251Abstract: Methods of manufacturing polymeric stents by forming a pattern on a polylactic acid tube using a second harmonic generator laser and polylactic acid polymeric stents having a pattern formed using a second harmonic generator laser.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Hyung-Il Kim
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Publication number: 20170014252Abstract: The present disclosure provides a catheter tip comprising a flexible housing comprising a cavity extending between an expandable opening arranged at a first end of the catheter tip and a second end of the catheter tip, wherein the expandable opening is configured to increase in diameter from a first position to a second position in response to application of an external force to the second end of the flexible housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Patrick W. Kelly
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Publication number: 20170014253Abstract: A device and method for selectively engaging or penetrating a layer of a luminal organ wall where the luminal organ wall has a plurality of layers including an outermost layer and an innermost layer adjacent to the lumen of the organ. The device and method select one of the plurality of layers of the organ wall other than the innermost layer and deploy from within the lumen of the organ a tissue device through the innermost layer to a specific depth to engage or penetrate the selected one of the plurality of layers. The device and method may be employed to create luminal pouches or restrictive outlets. In a stomach organ, the device and methods may be employed to treat obesity by forming a gastric pouch with or without a restrictive outlet.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Brian Kelleher
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Publication number: 20170014254Abstract: A limb immobilizer device is provided for bracing and immobilizing the limb of a wearer. The device comprises an elongated cuff having a substantially rectangular body that is adapted wrap around the limb of the wearer. A plurality of cuff straps extend across the opening of the cuff to secure the cuff into a tubular shape around the limb, while one or more elongated wraps extend from the ends of the cuff to secure the cuff in position along the wearer's limb. The elongated wraps encircle the elongated cuff and the wearer's limb several times to secure the cuff to the limb and thus prevent movement. The wraps are preferably elastic and in some embodiments are removably attached to the cuff. Additionally, the interior surface of the cuff may support one or more pockets therealong that are adapted to support thermal packs for additional limb treatment.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Joni Jones
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Publication number: 20170014255Abstract: The present invention provides a device that provides relief for lower back pain and corrects bad posture. The back brace device comprises a plurality of belts having a rear side, a front side, and a first end removably securable to a second end. The rear side of at least one of the belts has an inflatable bladder that is controlled by an air pump. The device further comprises having a heating element and a vibration mechanism that can be turned on or off as desired by the user. The present invention is used by placing the belt around the waist of the user and securing the first and second ends to one another via one or more suitable fasteners. The bladder is then inflated in order to provide support to the back of the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Lori Booker
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Publication number: 20170014256Abstract: Apparatus is described for applying, measuring, regulating and displaying the amount of traction force applied to a patient's lower limbs during surgery, while providing for warnings and alarms should force or time limits be exceeded.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2015Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Robert William McGraw, John McGraw, Geoffrey Auchinleck
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Publication number: 20170014257Abstract: An orthopedic brace and method of making the same includes a wrap member having a first and second layer. The first layer includes a first sheet and a second sheet in a laterally spaced apart relationship. Each sheet has an inner side edge and an inner panel portion which extends the length of the corresponding sheet along the corresponding inner side edge. The second layer has first and second side edges, a first overlay portion extending the length of the second layer adjacent the first side edge and overlapping the first sheet's panel portion, a second overlay portion extending the length of the second layer adjacent the second side edge and overlapping the second sheet's panel portion, and a center portion that bridges the overlay portions. The layers are stitched together along spaced apart sets of seams.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2015Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: Scott Specialties, Inc.Inventors: Timothy E. Wellendorf, Melva Nondorf, Melissa Novak, Teresa Champlin
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Publication number: 20170014258Abstract: Systems and methods for treating a patient's mucus hypersecretion condition are disclosed herein. Certain implementations may involve a method for reducing mucus secretion in an upper airway of a patient to treat at least one of post nasal drip or chronic cough. The method may include advancing a treatment delivery portion of an energy-based treatment device into a nostril of the patient. The treatment delivery portion may contact mucosal tissue of the upper airway without piercing the mucosal tissue. The treatment delivery portion may deliver treatment to at least one tissue selected from the group of the mucosal tissue and another tissue underlying the mucosal tissue to modify a property of the at least one tissue and thus treat at least one of post nasal drip or chronic cough in the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Scott J. Wolf, Andrew Frazier
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Publication number: 20170014259Abstract: An arm support for transferring and supporting a force corresponding to at least a portion of the weight of a supported arm. The arm support including a force distribution portion and a support portion. The force distribution portion adapted to conform to the shoulder of the unsupported arm and to distribute the force to the shoulder girdle, while the support portion supports the affected arm. The force distribution portion extends from a first end portion to a second end portion. The support portion extends from a first end portion to a second end portion. The support portion first end portion is located adjacent the force distribution portion second end portion and the support portion second end portion is configured to be adjustably couplable to the force distribution portion first end portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2015Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Benita Ann Quigley, Rebecca Leigh Welk
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Publication number: 20170014260Abstract: A method of implanting a penile prosthetic includes providing a tool having a barrel with a first groove formed in an exterior surface of the barrel and a second groove formed in the exterior surface of the barrel; capturing opposing lateral edges of a deflated penile implant into the respective the first groove the second groove; placing the barrel of the tool and the deflated penile implant into a corpora cavernosum of a penis; removing the barrel from the corpora cavernosum of the penis and leaving the deflated penile implant in the corpora cavernosum of the penis.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Neal Poucher
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Publication number: 20170014261Abstract: A female urination aid to enable a female to urinate from a standing position. The invention, in one embodiment, has a disposable funnel, typically made of paper or similar material, which fits into a reusable holder, which enables the funnel to be held against the body. The funnel may include an attached pad of wiping paper. In a second, reusable or multi-use embodiment, the funnel portion of the apparatus is of a reusable material such as plastic. A fluid container for holding a cleaning solution conveniently snaps onto the funnel, forming an easy to carry kit. Wiping paper may be attached to the funnel, so as to form a readily usable kit.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: John Baham
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Publication number: 20170014262Abstract: An intraoral orthosis device that has a bite tray nested in an outer tray. The bite tray has a higher deformation temperature than the outer tray at an elevated temperature. The thickness of the outer tray's base varies to create a vertex and angle that is similar to the temporomandibular joint. The intraoral orthosis device has two bite trays, a maxillary bite tray and a mandibular bite tray. The bite trays are connected by arms, releasable fasteners, or a combination of the two. Accordingly, another aspect of the present invention is to provide a method to manufacture an intraoral orthosis device without the need of utilizing the skills of a technician or dentist.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2015Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: THERMAL FIT, LLCInventor: Phillip Dietz
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Publication number: 20170014263Abstract: A prophylactic device includes a base for receiving a portion of a body, a tip for containing body fluids, and a tubular body in between. The tubular body includes at least one area with a textured pattern, including lines running along the tubular body (e.g., lines running in at least three directions) that form shapes on the tubular body with portions of the lines forming edges of the shapes (e.g., circles, ellipses, polygons, etc.). The textured pattern forms a reinforcing mesh that wraps around the tubular body. A mold can be used for making the prophylactic device, where the mold includes different portions for receiving material(s), and is shaped to form the material(s) into the base, tip, and tubular body of the prophylactic device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Filip Sedic
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Publication number: 20170014264Abstract: A bandage, such as an adhesive bandage or non-adhesive bandage, can be modified to include a cold pack. The cold pack may be placed in a pocket formed by a gauze sponge of the bandage and a backing of the bandage. The cold pack may also be adhered to a surface of the bandage. The cold temperature of the cold pack can, in some instances, reduce swelling at the wound site, possibly facilitate faster healing, and possibly provide psychological benefits that promote healing.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Melissa Anne Bradley, Andrew Michael Moeck
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Publication number: 20170014265Abstract: Persons find heated gloves desirable for a variety of reasons, including arthritis and cold weather. Having gloves that can be heated in a microwave provides a convenient way to supply heat. By having gloves that are fingerless, use of touch-screen devices and precise work, such as sewing and knitting, is permitted. By having gloves that offer compression, persons with conditions such as arthritis or edema may find them desirable. Additionally, compression may make limbs colder and so the ability to supply heat may be advantageous. This invention offers a set of gloves with combinations of heat, fingerlessness, and compression.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Mary Ann Russ, Samuel Hardie Russ
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Publication number: 20170014266Abstract: A heat transfer system may include a heat transfer machine adapted to thermally couple to an heat transfer pack housed within an heat transfer device and transfer heat from the heat transfer pack using a power supply. The heat transfer device may include a housing and a heat transfer pack. The heat transfer pack may be adapted to thermally couple to the heat transfer machine, transfer heat to the heat transfer machine while thermally coupled to the heat transfer machine, and transfer heat from a mammal's skin when the heat transfer device is in contact with the mammal's skin and uncoupled from the heat transfer machine.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventor: Kevin Surace
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Publication number: 20170014267Abstract: An illuminated microsurgical instrument is provided herein that includes a microsurgical instrument having a tubular member arranged to treat patient tissue at a surgical site, the tubular member having a distal tip, an inner surface, and an outer surface. The inner surface defines a lumen. The outer surface has a notch formed therein. The illuminated microsurgical instrument further includes an optical fiber arranged to deliver light to the surgical site. The optical fiber includes a proximal end arranged to receive a light beam from a light source and also includes a curved distal end arranged to emit light adjacent to the distal tip. A portion of the curved distal end is positioned within the notch and curves away from the tubular member.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 6, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Thomas Kern, Alireza Mirsepassi, Michael J. Papac, Ronald T. Smith, Barry L. Wheatley