公开(公告)号：US08229573B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-24

申请号：US12506880

申请日：2009-07-21

Applicant: Roger Chen ,  John Michael Barker

Inventor： Roger Chen ,  John Michael Barker

IPC: A61N1/04

CPC classification number: A61N1/0558

Abstract: A lead anchor includes a body defining at least one first portion of a lead lumen, the body having a first opening and a second opening. An obstructing member is disposed within the body. The obstructing member defines a second portion of the lead lumen. A spring is disposed in the body and configured and arranged to operate on the obstructing member so that the second portion of the lead lumen is coterminous with the at least one first portion of the lead lumen and forms a continuous lead path when the spring is compressed and the second portion of the lead lumen is offset from the at least one first portion of the lead lumen when the spring is not compressed.

Abstract translation: 引线锚杆包括限定引导腔的至少一个第一部分的主体，主体具有第一开口和第二开口。 阻塞构件设置在主体内。 阻塞构件限定引导腔的第二部分。 弹簧设置在主体中，并且构造和布置成在阻塞构件上操作，使得引导腔的第二部分与引导腔的至少一个第一部分相接合，并且当弹簧被压缩时形成连续的引导路径 并且当弹簧未被压缩时，引导腔的第二部分与引导腔的至少一个第一部分偏移。

公开(公告)号：US20120029596A1

公开(公告)日：2012-02-02

申请号：US13185078

申请日：2011-07-18

Applicant: John Michael Barker

Inventor： John Michael Barker

IPC: A61N1/05 ,  A61N1/08 ,  A61N1/18

CPC classification number: A61N1/05 ,  A61N1/0551 ,  H01R9/03 ,  H01R24/58 ,  H01R2107/00

Abstract: A lead for providing electrical stimulation of patient tissue includes a distal lead element, at least two proximal lead elements, and a junction coupling the distal lead element to each of the at least two proximal lead elements. The distal lead element includes a plurality of electrodes and a plurality of conductive wires coupled to the plurality of electrodes and extending along a longitudinal axis of the distal lead element. Each of the at least two proximal lead elements includes a plurality of terminals and a plurality of conductive wires coupled to the plurality of terminals and extending along a longitudinal axis of the proximal lead element. The junction includes a circuit arrangement electrically coupling each of the conductive wires of the distal lead element to at least one of the conductive wires of at least one of the at least two proximal lead elements.

Abstract translation: 用于提供对患者组织的电刺激的引线包括远端引线元件，至少两个近端引线元件以及将远端引线元件连接到至少两个近端引线元件中的每一个的结。 远端引线元件包括多个电极和耦合到多个电极并沿着远侧引线元件的纵向轴线延伸的多个导线。 所述至少两个近侧引线元件中的每一个包括多个端子和耦合到所述多个端子并沿着所述近端引线元件的纵向轴线延伸的多个导线。 接合部包括将远侧引线元件的每个导电线电耦合到至少两个近端引线元件中的至少一个的至少一个导电线的电路布置。

公开(公告)号：US20110178573A1

公开(公告)日：2011-07-21

申请号：US13022415

申请日：2011-02-07

Applicant: Quynh Nguyen-Stella ,  Kenny Kinyen Chinn ,  John Michael Barker ,  Surekha B. Husmann ,  Roger Chen

Inventor： Quynh Nguyen-Stella ,  Kenny Kinyen Chinn ,  John Michael Barker ,  Surekha B. Husmann ,  Roger Chen

IPC: A61N1/05 ,  A61N1/36

CPC classification number: A61N1/0558 ,  A61N1/0551 ,  A61N1/057 ,  H01R4/36 ,  H01R24/58 ,  H01R2107/00 ,  H01R2201/12

Abstract: A lead anchor includes a body defining a lead lumen having a first opening and a second opening through which a lead can pass. The body further defines a transverse lumen that intersects the lead lumen. An exterior member is disposed around at least a portion of the body. The exterior member is formed of a biocompatible material. A fastener anchors the lead to the body through the transverse lumen by deforming a portion of the lead. The transverse lumen is configured and arranged to receive the fastener. At least at least two suture tabs extend from the exterior member and are configured and arranged for receiving a suture to suture the lead anchor to patient tissue.

Abstract translation: 引线锚固体包括限定具有第一开口和引线可以穿过的第二开口的引导内腔的主体。 身体进一步限定了与引导腔相交的横向内腔。 外部构件围绕身体的至少一部分设置。 外部构件由生物相容性材料形成。 紧固件通过使引线的一部分变形来将引线锚定到身体通过横向内腔。 横向腔被构造和布置成接收紧固件。 至少两个缝合片从外部构件延伸，并且被构造和布置成用于接收缝合线以将引线锚缝合到患者组织。

公开(公告)号：US07899553B2

公开(公告)日：2011-03-01

申请号：US11692772

申请日：2007-03-28

Applicant: John Michael Barker

Inventor： John Michael Barker

IPC: A61N1/04

CPC classification number: A61N1/0558 ,  A61N1/0573 ,  A61N2001/058

Abstract: Disclosed is a lead anchor comprising a body made of an elastomeric material and defining a first opening and a second opening through which a lead can pass, one or more fasteners disposed within the body, with the ends of the fasteners protruding from the body, wherein the ends are configured and arranged to be clamped down to secure a lead passing through the body.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种引导锚，其包括由弹性体材料制成的主体并且限定了引线可以穿过的第一开口和第二开口，设置在主体内的一个或多个紧固件，紧固件的端部从主体突出，其中 端部被构造和布置成被夹紧以固定穿过身体的引线。

公开(公告)号：US07899548B2

公开(公告)日：2011-03-01

申请号：US11773867

申请日：2007-07-05

Applicant: John Michael Barker

Inventor： John Michael Barker

IPC: A61N1/08

CPC classification number: A61N1/05 ,  A61N1/0529 ,  A61N1/0551 ,  Y10T29/53204

Abstract: A lead includes an elongated lead body of non-conductive material and a plurality of conductive wires. Each wire has a first portion disposed within the lead body and a second portion extending out of the lead body. The second portion is coiled around the lead body to form a contact on the outer surface of the lead.

Abstract translation: 引线包括非导电材料的细长引线体和多根导线。 每个线具有设置在引线本体内的第一部分和从引线主体延伸出的第二部分。 第二部分卷绕在引线主体周围，以在引线的外表面上形成接触。

公开(公告)号：US20110034970A1

公开(公告)日：2011-02-10

申请号：US12535460

申请日：2009-08-04

Applicant: John Michael Barker

Inventor： John Michael Barker

IPC: A61N1/36 ,  A61N1/05

CPC classification number: A61N1/0551

Abstract: A lead includes an outer tube body, an inner tube body, conductors, and electrodes. A portion of the inner tube body may be disposed in the outer tube body lumen. The conductors are optionally partially disposed within the inner tube body lumen, wherein a distal end of each conductor extends beyond a distal end of the inner tube body. Each electrode is optionally coupled to a conductor. The outer tube body may be slideable over the inner tube body between a first position in which the conductors and electrodes are disposed in the outer tube body lumen and a second position in which the outer tube body is partially retracted to expose the conductors and electrodes. The lead is optionally configured and arranged such that at least a portion of the inner tube body remains disposed in the outer tube body lumen after completion of implantation of the lead.

Abstract translation: 引线包括外管体，内管体，导体和电极。 内管体的一部分可以设置在外管体腔内。 导体可选地部分地设置在内管体腔内，其中每个导体的远端延伸超过内管体的远端。 每个电极可选地耦合到导体。 外筒体可以在其中导体和电极设置在外管体腔中的第一位置和第二位置之间在内管体上滑动，其中外管体部分地缩回以露出导体和电极。 引线可选地构造和布置为使得在完成植入引线之后内管体的至少一部分保持设置在外管体腔内。

公开(公告)号：US20110009933A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-13

申请号：US12500447

申请日：2009-07-09

Applicant: John Michael Barker

Inventor： John Michael Barker

IPC: A61N1/05

CPC classification number: A61N1/0551 ,  A61B17/3468

Abstract: A kit includes a coupling member and an insertion needle. The coupling member defines at least one lumen extending through the coupling member that is configured and arranged to receive a portion of one or more lead bodies. The insertion needle includes a tubular member that defines a lumen that is optionally configured and arranged to receive a portion of two or more lead bodies that are coupled by a coupling member. A method of implanting a lead comprises coupling together a portion of two or more leads using a coupling member, disposing at least a portion of the two or more leads coupled by the coupling member into a tubular member of an insertion needle, inserting at least the distal end of the tubular member into a tissue of a patient, and advancing the two or more leads coupled by the coupling member distally through the tubular member and into the tissue.

Abstract translation: 套件包括联接构件和插入针。 联接构件限定延伸穿过联接构件的至少一个内腔，其被构造和布置成容纳一个或多个引导体的一部分。 所述插入针包括管状构件，所述管状构件限定了可选地构造和布置为容纳通过联接构件联接的两个或更多个引线体的一部分的内腔。 植入引线的方法包括：使用联接构件将两个或多个引线的一部分联接在一起，将由所述联接构件联接的两个或更多个引线的至少一部分设置到插入针的管状构件中，至少插入 管状构件的远端进入患者的组织，并且使由联接构件远离地连接到管状构件并进入组织的两个或更多个引线前进。

公开(公告)号：US20100145357A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-10

申请号：US12630761

申请日：2009-12-03

Applicant: Courtney Lane ,  Jesse Geroy ,  James C. Makous ,  Todd Whitehurst ,  Matthew Flowers ,  John Michael Barker ,  Terry Ferrell ,  John Swoyer ,  Brett Schleicher ,  Jeff Gagnon ,  Andrew Digiore ,  Ellis Garai ,  Kristen Jaax ,  Rafael Carbunaru

Inventor： Courtney Lane ,  Jesse Geroy ,  James C. Makous ,  Todd Whitehurst ,  Matthew Flowers ,  John Michael Barker ,  Terry Ferrell ,  John Swoyer ,  Brett Schleicher ,  Jeff Gagnon ,  Andrew Digiore ,  Ellis Garai ,  Kristen Jaax ,  Rafael Carbunaru

IPC: A61N1/05 ,  A61B17/00

CPC classification number: A61B17/0057 ,  A61B90/10 ,  A61B2090/103 ,  A61N1/0534 ,  A61N1/0539

Abstract: A burr hole plug comprises a plug base configured for being mounted around a burr hole. The plug base includes an aperture through which an elongated medical device exiting the burr hole may pass. The burr hole plug further comprises a retainer configured for being mounted within the aperture of the plug base. The retainer further includes first and second slidable clamping mechanisms configured for securing the medical devices therebetween within the aperture of the plug base. A method comprises introducing the medical device through the burr hole, mounting a plug base around the burr hole, such that the medical device extends through the plug base aperture, mounting the retainer within the aperture of the plug base, and sliding the first and second clamping mechanisms secure the medical device therebetween.

Abstract translation: 毛刺孔塞包括构造成围绕钻孔安装的塞子基座。 插头基座包括一个孔，通过该孔可以使离开钻孔的细长医疗装置通过。 毛刺孔塞还包括保持器，其构造成用于安装在插头基座的孔内。 保持器还包括第一和第二可滑动夹紧机构，其被构造用于将医疗装置固定在插头基座的孔内。 一种方法包括：通过毛刺孔引导医疗装置，将插头基座安装在毛刺孔周围，使得医疗装置延伸穿过插头基座孔口，将保持器安装在插头基座的孔内，并将第一和第二 夹紧机构将医疗装置固定在其间。

公开(公告)号：US20100057176A1

公开(公告)日：2010-03-04

申请号：US12203674

申请日：2008-09-03

Applicant: John Michael Barker

Inventor： John Michael Barker

IPC: A61N1/10

CPC classification number: A61N1/0551 ,  A61B17/3468 ,  A61M25/0606 ,  A61M25/0668 ,  A61N1/0529 ,  H01R24/58 ,  H01R25/003 ,  H01R2107/00

Abstract: An insertion kit includes a lead and a splitable member configured and arranged for receiving the lead when implanting the lead into a patient. The lead has a distal end and at least two proximal ends. The lead includes a plurality of electrodes disposed at the distal end, a plurality of terminals disposed at the proximal ends, and a plurality of conductive wires coupling the plurality of electrodes electrically to the plurality of terminals. The lead also includes a junction coupling the distal end of the lead to the proximal ends of the lead. The splitable member defines a lumen for receiving the distal end of the lead and is configured and arranged to divide into at least two parts for removal of the splitable member from the lead upon implantation of the lead into the patient.

Abstract translation: 插入套件包括引线和可分离构件，其被配置和布置成用于当将引线植入患者时接收引线。 引线具有远端和至少两个近端。 引线包括设置在远端的多个电极，设置在近端的多个端子，以及将多个电极电连接到多个端子的多个导线。 引线还包括将引线的远端连接到引线的近端的接合部。 可分开构件限定用于接收引线的远端的内腔，并且构造和布置成将铅插入患者体内时分成至少两个部分，用于从引线移除可分离构件。

公开(公告)号：US20090187222A1

公开(公告)日：2009-07-23

申请号：US12356480

申请日：2009-01-20

Applicant: John Michael Barker

Inventor： John Michael Barker

IPC: A61N1/05 ,  A61M5/00 ,  B23P11/00

CPC classification number: A61B17/3468 ,  A61B17/06109 ,  A61B2017/003 ,  A61B2017/00331 ,  A61N1/0551 ,  A61N1/37264 ,  A61N1/3787 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: An exemplary steerable stylet handle assembly includes a housing having first and second side walls defining a channel therebetween, a button in communication with the first and second side walls and configured to move distally and proximally within the channel, and a stylet subassembly having an inner stylet wire located at least partially within an outer tubing. The inner stylet wire has a pre-curved portion and is coupled to a proximal portion of the housing. The outer tubing is coupled to the button. Movement of the button within the channel is configured to selectively expose and cover at least a portion of the pre-curved distal portion of the inner stylet wire with the outer tubing.

Abstract translation: 示例性的可操纵的探针手柄组件包括具有在其间限定通道的第一和第二侧壁的壳体，与第一和第二侧壁连通并被构造成在通道内向远侧和近侧移动的按钮，以及具有内管心针的探针组件 丝线至少部分地位于外管内。 内部针刺线具有预弯曲部分并且联接到壳体的近侧部分。 外管连接到按钮上。 通道内的按钮的移动被配置为选择性地暴露和覆盖内部针刺线的预弯曲远端部分的至少一部分与外部管道。