公开(公告)号：US20120197247A1

公开(公告)日：2012-08-02

申请号：US13443713

申请日：2012-04-10

Applicant: Simon W. H. Thomas ,  Peter S. Edelstein ,  John T. To ,  Benjamin T. Nordell ,  Stuart D. Edwards

Inventor： Simon W. H. Thomas ,  Peter S. Edelstein ,  John T. To ,  Benjamin T. Nordell ,  Stuart D. Edwards

IPC: A61B18/18

CPC classification number: A61B18/00 ,  A61B17/0625 ,  A61B18/02 ,  A61B18/14 ,  A61B18/1477 ,  A61B18/1485 ,  A61B2017/00805 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/00029 ,  A61B2018/00035 ,  A61B2018/00178 ,  A61B2018/00285 ,  A61B2018/00523 ,  A61B2018/00553 ,  A61B2018/00559 ,  A61B2018/00916 ,  A61B2018/1425 ,  A61B2018/143 ,  A61B2218/007 ,  A61N1/06 ,  A61N7/022 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are provided for treating female urinary incontinence by applying a form of energy to tissue in the vicinity of the urethra and/or bladder outlet to change tissue compliance without substantially narrowing the urethral and/or bladder outlet lumen. The apparatus comprises an elongated shaft having a means for treating urethral tissue and an expandable member deployable distal of the means for treating. The expandable member is configured to be anchored against the bladder outlet to dispose the means for treating at a desired treatment site in the urethra using only tactile feedback. The means for treating may include a needleless RF electrode, an ultrasound transducer, or a cryogenic probe configured to be advanced through a hollow needle, each of which are designed to reduce or eliminate symptoms associated with urinary incontinence.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于通过向尿道和/或膀胱出口附近的组织施加能量来改变组织依从性而不使尿道和/或膀胱出口腔基本上变窄来治疗女性尿失禁的装置和方法。 该装置包括细长轴，其具有用于治疗尿道组织的装置和可展开装置的可扩展构件。 可膨胀构件被构造成锚固在膀胱出口上，以仅使用触觉反馈来将用于治疗的装置设置在尿道中的期望的治疗部位。 用于治疗的装置可以包括无针RF电极，超声换能器或构造成通过中空针前进的低温探针，每个都被设计为减少或消除与尿失禁相关的症状。

公开(公告)号：US08196241B2

公开(公告)日：2012-06-12

申请号：US12162346

申请日：2007-01-31

Applicant: Arnold Balonick ,  Curtis Wyatt

Inventor： Arnold Balonick ,  Curtis Wyatt

IPC: A47C17/00

CPC classification number: A47C27/146 ,  A47C27/144 ,  A47C27/148 ,  A47C27/15 ,  A47C27/20 ,  A47C31/08 ,  A61G7/05715 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  Y10S5/953

Abstract: A foam core for a pressure reduction healthcare mattress is disclosed. It includes a top layer made of memory retention foam, a middle layer made of foam and having a convex shape that is higher along a longitudinal center line than along the two sides, and a lower support layer made of foam. The top layer is made of a torso piece and a softer foot/lower leg piece. The middle layer includes a heel pillow that fits into a heel pillow cavity in the foam, the heel pillow including layers of fiber material over a crown shaped foam insert. The lower support layer has a sloped portion in a lower leg section that slopes down toward a heel end of the foam core. Also disclosed is a pressure reduction healthcare mattress that includes the foam core and a cover.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于减压保健床垫的泡沫芯。 它包括由记忆保留泡沫制成的顶层，由泡沫制成的中间层，具有沿着纵向中心线比沿着两侧更高的凸形，以及由泡沫制成的下支撑层。 顶层由躯干件和较软的脚/小腿片制成。 中间层包括配合到泡沫中的后跟枕头空腔中的后跟枕头，鞋跟枕头包括冠状泡沫插入物上的纤维材料层。 下支撑层在小腿部分中具有朝向泡沫芯的后端向下倾斜的倾斜部分。 还公开了一种减压保健床垫，其包括泡沫芯和盖。

公开(公告)号：US08192824B2

公开(公告)日：2012-06-05

申请号：US11835632

申请日：2007-08-08

Applicant: Moshe Rock ,  Veronica Hunt ,  Brian Durant ,  David Gilbert

Inventor： Moshe Rock ,  Veronica Hunt ,  Brian Durant ,  David Gilbert

IPC: B32B3/00 ,  D04B1/14 ,  D04B9/12 ,  D03D27/00

CPC classification number: A41D31/0033 ,  A41D2400/10 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  D01D5/22 ,  D01D5/32 ,  D01F8/00 ,  D03D27/00 ,  D04B21/04 ,  D10B2401/046 ,  Y10S428/913 ,  Y10T428/23957 ,  Y10T428/23993 ,  Y10T442/425 ,  Y10T442/431 ,  Y10T442/444

Abstract: A textile fabric has at least one raised surface incorporating multicomponent fibers formed of at least a first material and a second material disposed in side-by-side relationship. The first material and the second material exhibit differential thermal elongation, which causes the multicomponent fibers to bend or curl and reversibly recover in response to changes in temperature, thereby adjusting insulation performance of the textile fabric in response to ambient conditions.

Abstract translation: 纺织品织物具有至少一个凸起表面，该凸起表面包括由至少第一材料形成的多组分纤维和以并排关系设置的第二材料。 第一材料和第二材料表现出不同的热延伸率，这导致多组分纤维响应于温度变化而弯曲或卷曲并可逆地恢复，从而根据环境条件调节纺织织物的绝缘性能。

公开(公告)号：US08109042B2

公开(公告)日：2012-02-07

申请号：US11076434

申请日：2005-03-09

Applicant: Geoffrey P. McKnight ,  Cameron Massey ,  William Barvosa-Carter ,  Christopher P. Henry ,  Guillermo A. Herrera ,  Andrew C. Keefe ,  Alan L. Browne ,  Nancy L. Johnson

Inventor： Geoffrey P. McKnight ,  Cameron Massey ,  William Barvosa-Carter ,  Christopher P. Henry ,  Guillermo A. Herrera ,  Andrew C. Keefe ,  Alan L. Browne ,  Nancy L. Johnson

IPC: E06B3/00

CPC classification number: E06B7/2314 ,  B60J10/15 ,  B60J10/16 ,  B60J10/244 ,  B60J10/40 ,  B60J10/50 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  E05B15/16 ,  E05B15/1607 ,  E05B47/0009 ,  E05B47/0011 ,  E05B81/00 ,  E05B81/20 ,  E05C19/001 ,  E05C19/166 ,  E05F1/00 ,  E05Y2201/43 ,  E05Y2400/614 ,  E05Y2800/67 ,  E05Y2900/531 ,  E05Y2900/55 ,  F16J15/022 ,  F16J15/025 ,  F16J15/027 ,  F16J15/028 ,  F16J15/061 ,  F16J15/064 ,  F16J15/0806 ,  Y10S277/921 ,  Y10S292/65 ,  Y10T16/56 ,  Y10T292/11

Abstract: Methods for varying seal force in active seal assemblies for doors employ active materials that can be controlled and remotely changed to alter the seal effectiveness, wherein the active materials actively change modulus properties such as stiffness, or a combination of modulus and shape in response to an activation signal. In this manner, in seal applications such as a vehicle door application, door opening and closing efforts can be minimized yet seal effectiveness can be maximized.

Abstract translation: 用于在门的主动密封组件中改变密封力的方法采用可被控制和远程改变以改变密封效果的活性材料，其中活性材料主动地改变模量特性，例如硬度，或响应于 激活信号。 以这种方式，在诸如车门应用的密封应用中，可以最小化门打开和关闭的努力，从而可以最大化密封效果。

公开(公告)号：US08096034B2

公开(公告)日：2012-01-17

申请号：US12845795

申请日：2010-07-29

Applicant: William Barvosa-Carter ,  Andrew C. Keefe ,  Alan L. Browne ,  Nancy L. Johnson

Inventor： William Barvosa-Carter ,  Andrew C. Keefe ,  Alan L. Browne ,  Nancy L. Johnson

IPC: B21D39/00 ,  A44B18/00

CPC classification number: A44B18/0003 ,  A44B18/0096 ,  B29C65/66 ,  B29C65/76 ,  B29C66/1242 ,  B29C66/126 ,  B29C66/524 ,  B29C66/73715 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  F16B1/0014 ,  Y10T24/27 ,  Y10T24/2758 ,  Y10T24/2775 ,  Y10T24/2783 ,  Y10T24/45461 ,  Y10T29/49801 ,  Y10T29/49826 ,  Y10T29/49865 ,  Y10T29/49945 ,  Y10T29/49947 ,  Y10T29/49954

Abstract: Mechanically interlocking releasable fastener systems include a reinforced shape memory polymer for forming one of the interlocking components. The reinforced shape memory polymer includes a filler material in the form of a fiber and/or platelet. The filler can include an electrically conductive filler, a thermally conductive filler, a dielectric fillers, and mixtures thereof. Also disclosed herein are processes for using the releasable fastener systems.

Abstract translation: 机械互锁的可释放紧固件系统包括用于形成互锁部件中的一个的增强形状记忆聚合物。 增强形状记忆聚合物包括纤维和/或血小板形式的填充材料。 填料可包括导电填料，导热填料，介电填料及其混合物。 本文还公开了使用可释放的紧固件系统的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20120010608A1

公开(公告)日：2012-01-12

申请号：US13238659

申请日：2011-09-21

Applicant: William Malecki ,  Dan Francis ,  Kenneth Horne ,  Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson S. Gifford, III ,  Jose Alejandro

Inventor： William Malecki ,  Dan Francis ,  Kenneth Horne ,  Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson S. Gifford, III ,  Jose Alejandro

IPC: A61B18/18 ,  A61B18/00

CPC classification number: A61B18/1492 ,  A61B17/0057 ,  A61B17/0218 ,  A61B17/0644 ,  A61B17/083 ,  A61B17/10 ,  A61B18/1477 ,  A61B18/18 ,  A61B18/20 ,  A61B2017/00243 ,  A61B2017/00575 ,  A61B2017/00579 ,  A61B2017/00592 ,  A61B2017/00597 ,  A61B2017/0061 ,  A61B2017/00615 ,  A61B2017/00623 ,  A61B2017/00668 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2017/0641 ,  A61B2017/0645 ,  A61B2017/0649 ,  A61B2018/00011 ,  A61B2018/00214 ,  A61B2018/00261 ,  A61B2018/00285 ,  A61B2018/00291 ,  A61B2018/00351 ,  A61B2018/00619 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/00702 ,  A61B2018/00791 ,  A61B2018/00875 ,  A61B2018/1425 ,  A61B2018/1472 ,  A61B2090/3614 ,  A61N7/022 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treatment of patent foramen ovale (PFO) provide for applying energy to tissues adjacent the PFO with a catheter device to substantially close the PFO acutely. Apparatus generally includes a catheter device having at least one energy transmission member at or near its distal end configured to apply energy to PFO tissues to acutely, substantially close the PFO. Applied energy may be monopolar or bipolar radiofrequency energy or any other suitable energy, such as laser, microwave, ultrasound, resistive heating or the like. Some embodiments of a catheter device fuirther include one or more tissue apposition members near the distal end for helping bring PFO tissues together, such as a PFO covering member, a vacuum applying member and/or the like. PFO closure via energy-based approaches of the invention may help prevent stroke, treat migraine headache, and possibly treat or prevent other medical conditions.

Abstract translation: 用于治疗卵圆孔卵泡（PFO）的方法和装置提供用导管装置向邻近PFO的组织施加能量，以基本上封闭PFO。 装置通常包括导管装置，其具有在其远端处或其近端处的至少一个能量传递构件，其被配置为向PFO组织施加能量以急剧，基本上关闭PFO。 施加的能量可以是单极性或双极射频能量或任何其它合适的能量，例如激光，微波，超声波，电阻加热等。 导管装置的一些实施例还包括靠近远端的一个或多个组织定位构件，用于帮助使PFO组织在一起，例如PFO覆盖构件，真空施加构件等。 通过基于本发明的基于能量的方法的PFO闭合可以有助于预防中风，治疗偏头痛，并且可能治疗或预防其它医疗状况。

公开(公告)号：US08075554B2

公开(公告)日：2011-12-13

申请号：US11472926

申请日：2006-06-21

Applicant: William Malecki ,  Dan Francis ,  Kenneth Horne ,  Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson S. Gifford, III ,  Jose Alejandro

Inventor： William Malecki ,  Dan Francis ,  Kenneth Horne ,  Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson S. Gifford, III ,  Jose Alejandro

IPC: A61B18/14

CPC classification number: A61B17/0057 ,  A61B17/3439 ,  A61B18/1445 ,  A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/00575 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2017/306 ,  A61B2017/3445 ,  A61B2018/00214 ,  A61B2018/00261 ,  A61B2018/00285 ,  A61B2018/00291 ,  A61B2018/00351 ,  A61B2018/00619 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/00702 ,  A61B2018/00791 ,  A61B2018/00875 ,  A61B2018/00898 ,  A61B2018/1472 ,  A61B2090/3614 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treatment of patent foramen ovale (PFO) provide for applying energy to tissues adjacent the PFO with a catheter device to substantially close the PFO acutely. Apparatus generally includes a catheter device having at least one energy transmission member at or near its distal end configured to apply energy to PFO tissues to acutely, substantially close the PFO. Applied energy may be monopolar or bipolar radiofrequency energy or any other suitable energy, such as laser, microwave, ultrasound, resistive heating or the like. Some embodiments of a catheter device further include one or more tissue apposition members near the distal end for helping bring PFO tissues together, such as a PFO covering member, a vacuum applying member and/or the like. PFO closure via energy-based approaches of the invention may help prevent stroke, treat migraine headache, and possibly treat or prevent other medical conditions.

公开(公告)号：US08070747B2

公开(公告)日：2011-12-06

申请号：US11472924

申请日：2006-06-21

Applicant: William Malecki ,  Dan Francis ,  Kenneth Horne ,  Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson S. Gifford, III ,  Jose Alejandro

Inventor： William Malecki ,  Dan Francis ,  Kenneth Horne ,  Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson S. Gifford, III ,  Jose Alejandro

IPC: A61B18/14

CPC classification number: A61B17/0057 ,  A61B17/3439 ,  A61B18/1445 ,  A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/00575 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2017/306 ,  A61B2017/3445 ,  A61B2018/00214 ,  A61B2018/00261 ,  A61B2018/00285 ,  A61B2018/00291 ,  A61B2018/00351 ,  A61B2018/00619 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/00702 ,  A61B2018/00791 ,  A61B2018/00875 ,  A61B2018/00898 ,  A61B2018/1472 ,  A61B2090/3614 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treatment of patent foramen ovale (PFO) provide for applying energy to tissues adjacent the PFO with a catheter device to substantially close the PFO acutely. Apparatus generally includes a catheter device having at least one energy transmission member at or near its distal end configured to apply energy to PFO tissues to acutely, substantially close the PFO. Applied energy may be monopolar or bipolar radiofrequency energy or any other suitable energy, such as laser, microwave, ultrasound, resistive heating or the like. Some embodiments of a catheter device further include one or more tissue apposition members near the distal end for helping bring PFO tissues together, such as a PFO covering member, a vacuum applying member and/or the like. PFO closure via energy-based approaches of the invention may help prevent stroke, treat migraine headache, and possibly treat or prevent other medical conditions.

公开(公告)号：US08057469B2

公开(公告)日：2011-11-15

申请号：US11464746

申请日：2006-08-15

Applicant: Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson Gifford, III ,  William Malecki ,  Kenneth Horne

Inventor： Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson Gifford, III ,  William Malecki ,  Kenneth Horne

IPC: A61B18/14

CPC classification number: A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/00575 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/00261 ,  A61B2018/00285 ,  A61B2018/00291 ,  A61B2018/00351 ,  A61B2018/00619 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/00702 ,  A61B2018/00791 ,  A61B2018/00875 ,  A61B2018/1472 ,  A61B2090/3614 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treatment of patent foramen ovale (PFO) generally involve use of a catheter having at least one closure device at its distal end. In some embodiments, the catheter also includes one or more energy transmission members for delivering energy to the closure device(s) and to the tissue adjacent the PFO to induce closure of the PFO. Closure devices may comprise, for example, a bioresorbable matrix or a non-resorbable matrix. In some embodiments, the closure device contains particles dispersed within the closure device to increase conductance and/or to reduce resistance and/or impedance. An exemplary method involves advancing a catheter to position its distal end into the tunnel of the PFO and fixing the closure device within the tunnel of the patent foramen PFO.

Abstract translation: 专利卵泡（PFO）的治疗方法和装置通常涉及使用在其远端具有至少一个闭合装置的导管。 在一些实施例中，导管还包括一个或多个能量传递构件，用于将能量传递到闭合装置和邻近PFO的组织以引起PFO的闭合。 闭合装置可以包括例如生物可再吸收的基质或不可再吸收的基质。 在一些实施例中，闭合装置包含分散在闭合装置内的颗粒，以增加电导和/或降低电阻和/或阻抗。 示例性方法包括推进导管以将其远端定位到PFO的隧道中并将闭合装置固定在专利孔PFO的隧道内。

公开(公告)号：US08052678B2

公开(公告)日：2011-11-08

申请号：US11622194

申请日：2007-01-11

Applicant: William Malecki ,  Dan Francis ,  Kenneth Horne ,  Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson Gifford ,  Jose Alejandro

Inventor： William Malecki ,  Dan Francis ,  Kenneth Horne ,  Mark E. Deem ,  Hanson Gifford ,  Jose Alejandro

IPC: A61B18/14

CPC classification number: A61B18/1492 ,  A61B18/1445 ,  A61B2017/00575 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/00261 ,  A61B2018/00285 ,  A61B2018/00291 ,  A61B2018/00351 ,  A61B2018/00619 ,  A61B2018/0063 ,  A61B2018/00702 ,  A61B2018/00791 ,  A61B2018/00875 ,  A61B2018/1472 ,  A61B2090/3614 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: Methods, devices and systems for treating patent foramen ovale (PFO) involve advancing a catheter device to a position in a heart for treating a PFO, bringing tissues adjacent the PFO at least partially together, and applying energy to the tissues to substantially close the PFO acutely. Catheter devices generally include an elongate catheter body, at least one tissue apposition member at or near the distal end for bringing the tissues together, and at least one energy transmission member at or near the distal end for applying energy to the tissues. In some embodiments, the tissue apposition member(s) also act as the energy transmission member(s). Applied energy may be monoploar or bipolar radiofrequency energy or any other suitable energy, such as laser, microwave, ultrasound, resistive heating or the like.

Abstract translation: 用于治疗卵孔卵泡（PFO）的方法，装置和系统涉及将导管装置推进到心脏中的位置以治疗PFO，使与PFO相邻的组织至少部分地在一起，并且向组织施加能量以基本上封闭PFO 急剧地 导管装置通常包括细长导管主体，位于或靠近远端的至少一个组织定位构件，用于将组织带到一起，以及在远端处或附近的至少一个能量传递构件，用于向组织施加能量。 在一些实施例中，组织安置构件也用作能量传递构件。 应用能量可以是单极或双极射频能量或任何其它合适的能量，例如激光，微波，超声波，电阻加热等。