公开(公告)号：US08388526B2

公开(公告)日：2013-03-05

申请号：US12108400

申请日：2008-04-23

Applicant: Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott V. Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

Inventor： Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott V. Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

IPC: A61B17/02

CPC classification number: A61B1/32 ,  A61B17/0293 ,  A61B17/3423 ,  A61B17/3431 ,  A61B2017/3484

Abstract: A surgical wound retractor is adapted to dilate a wound stretchable to a desired diameter, the retractor includes a first ring having a diameter greater than that desired for the wound and being adapted for disposition interiorly of the wound. A second ring has a diameter greater than that desired for the wound and is adapted for disposition exteriorly of the wound. A plurality of retraction elements are disposed in a generally cylindrical relationship to each other, between the first ring and the second ring. These elements extend through the wound to exert a radial retraction force on the wound which is dependent on the distance separating the first ring and the second ring. Retraction elements, both distensible and non-distensible are contemplated with appropriate attachment means at the rings to provide for variations in the retraction force. With a suitable retraction sleeve, a third ring can be provided to form a circumferential retainer to vary the retraction force. Rings can also be made inflatable or self-expanding to vary the retraction force. An associated method includes the step of rolling the second ring circumferentially of the third ring to form the circumferential retainer.

Abstract translation: 外科伤口牵开器适于将可拉伸至期望直径的伤口扩张，牵开器包括直径大于伤口所需直径的第一环，并适于在伤口内部配置。 第二环的直径大于伤口所需的直径，并且适于在伤口的外部配置。 多个退回元件在第一环和第二环之间以大致圆柱形的关系设置。 这些元件延伸穿过伤口以在伤口上施加径向缩回力，这取决于分离第一环和第二环的距离。 缩回元件，可扩张和不扩张两者都可以在环上使用适当的附接装置来设计，以提供收缩力的变化。 利用合适的缩回套筒，可以提供第三环以形成圆周保持器以改变收回力。 环也可以制成充气或自膨胀以改变收缩力。 相关联的方法包括在第三环周向滚动第二环以形成周向保持器的步骤。

公开(公告)号：US20080200767A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-21

申请号：US12108400

申请日：2008-04-23

Applicant: Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott V. Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

Inventor： Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott V. Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

IPC: A61B1/32

CPC classification number: A61B1/32 ,  A61B17/0293 ,  A61B17/3423 ,  A61B17/3431 ,  A61B2017/3484

Abstract: A surgical wound retractor is adapted to dilate a wound stretchable to a desired diameter, the retractor includes a first ring having a diameter greater than that desired for the wound and being adapted for disposition interiorly of the wound. A second ring has a diameter greater than that desired for the wound and is adapted for disposition exteriorly of the wound. A plurality of retraction elements are disposed in a generally cylindrical relationship to each other, between the first ring and the second ring. These elements extend through the wound to exert a radial retraction force on the wound which is dependent on the distance separating the first ring and the second ring. Retraction elements, both distensible and non-distensible are contemplated with appropriate attachment means at the rings to provide for variations in the retraction force. With a suitable retraction sleeve, a third ring can be provided to form a circumferential retainer to vary the retraction force. Rings can also be made inflatable or self-expanding to vary the retraction force. An associated method includes the step of rolling the second ring circumferentially of the third ring to form the circumferential retainer.

Abstract translation: 外科伤口牵开器适于将可拉伸至期望直径的伤口扩张，牵开器包括直径大于伤口所需直径的第一环，并适于在伤口内部配置。 第二环的直径大于伤口所需的直径，并且适于在伤口的外部配置。 多个退回元件在第一环和第二环之间以大致圆柱形的关系设置。 这些元件延伸穿过伤口以在伤口上施加径向缩回力，这取决于分离第一环和第二环的距离。 缩回元件，可扩张和不扩张两者都可以在环上使用适当的附接装置来设计，以提供收缩力的变化。 利用合适的缩回套筒，可以提供第三环以形成圆周保持器以改变收回力。 环也可以制成充气或自膨胀以改变收缩力。 相关联的方法包括在第三环周向滚动第二环以形成周向保持器的步骤。

公开(公告)号：US06231572B1

公开(公告)日：2001-05-15

申请号：US09087361

申请日：1998-05-29

Applicant: Charles C. Hart ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Richard C. Ewers ,  Bounsavanh Pravongviengkham

Inventor： Charles C. Hart ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Richard C. Ewers ,  Bounsavanh Pravongviengkham

IPC: A61B1814

CPC classification number: A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/22038 ,  A61B2018/00077 ,  A61B2018/00083 ,  A61B2018/00148 ,  A61B2018/00214 ,  A61B2018/0022 ,  A61B2018/00285 ,  A61B2018/0041 ,  A61B2018/00505 ,  A61B2018/162

Abstract: A catheter adapted to increase the patency of a body conduit includes an elongate tube having an axis extending between a proximal end and a distal end, and a balloon disposed at the distal end of the tube and having properties for being expanded to a high-profile state and for being contracted to a low-profile state. A sleeve disposed over the balloon has a pair of ends disposed on opposing sides of a central section, the ends having a floating relationship relative to the tube with the central section disposed circumferentially of the balloon. An electrode disposed outwardly of the sleeve has properties for being electrosurgically energized to incise materials defining the body conduit when the balloon is in the high-profile state. The electrode can be formed of a plurality of elements stranded to increase the surface area of the electrode. The catheter can be inserted relative to a guide member having a conductor which carries the electrosurgical energy from the proximal end of the tube to the electrode at the distal end of the tube. An associated method includes the step of introducing electrosurgical energy into the conductor of the guide member to energize the electrode of the catheter.

Abstract translation: 适于增加身体导管的通畅的导管包括具有在近端和远端之间延伸的轴线的细长管和设置在管的远端处的球囊，并且具有用于扩展到高轮廓的性质 并且被缩小到低调的状态。 设置在气囊上方的套筒具有设置在中心部分的相对侧上的一对端部，所述端部相对于管具有浮动关系，其中心部分设置在气囊的周向。 设置在套筒外侧的电极具有电气通电的特性，以便当球囊处于高轮廓状态时切割限定体导管的材料。 电极可以由多个元件形成，以增加电极的表面积。 导管可以相对于具有导体的引导构件插入，该导体将电外科能量从管的近端延伸到管的远端处的电极。 相关联的方法包括将电外科能量引入导向构件的导体以激励导管的电极的步骤。

公开(公告)号：US06958037B2

公开(公告)日：2005-10-25

申请号：US10399209

申请日：2001-10-20

Applicant: Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

Inventor： Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

IPC: A61B17/02 ,  A61B17/34

CPC classification number: A61B1/32 ,  A61B17/0293 ,  A61B17/3423 ,  A61B17/3431 ,  A61B2017/3484

Abstract: A surgical wound retractor is adapted to dilate a wound stretchable to a desired diameter, the retractor includes a first ring having a diameter greater than that desired for the wound and being adapted for disposition interiorly of the wound. A second ring has a diameter greater than that desired for the wound and is adapted for disposition exteriorly of the wound. A plurality of retraction elements are disposed in a generally cylindrical relationship to each other, between the first ring and the second ring. These elements extend through the wound to exert a radial retraction force on the wound which is dependent on the distance separating the first ring and the second ring. Retraction elements, both distensible and non-distensible are contemplated with appropriate attachment elements at the rings to provide for variations in the retraction force. With a suitable retraction sleeve, a third ring can be provided to form a circumferential retainer to vary the retraction force. Rings can also be made inflatable or self-expanding to vary the retraction force. An associated method includes the step of rolling the second ring circumferentially of the third ring to form the circumferential retainer.

Abstract translation: 外科伤口牵开器适于将可拉伸至期望直径的伤口扩张，牵开器包括直径大于伤口所需直径的第一环，并适于在伤口内部配置。 第二环的直径大于伤口所需的直径，并且适于在伤口的外部配置。 多个退回元件在第一环和第二环之间以大致圆柱形的关系设置。 这些元件延伸穿过伤口以在伤口上施加径向缩回力，这取决于分离第一环和第二环的距离。 缩回元件，既可扩张也不可扩张，可以考虑在环处的适当的附接元件，以提供收缩力的变化。 利用合适的缩回套筒，可以提供第三环以形成圆周保持器以改变收回力。 环也可以制成充气或自膨胀以改变收缩力。 相关联的方法包括在第三环周向滚动第二环以形成周向保持器的步骤。

公开(公告)号：US06395021B1

公开(公告)日：2002-05-28

申请号：US09303113

申请日：1999-04-30

Applicant: Charles C. Hart ,  Ralph V. Clayman ,  John R. Brustad ,  Frans Vandenbroek ,  Richard C. Ewers

Inventor： Charles C. Hart ,  Ralph V. Clayman ,  John R. Brustad ,  Frans Vandenbroek ,  Richard C. Ewers

IPC: A61F206

CPC classification number: A61F2/04 ,  A61F2/042 ,  A61F2/82 ,  A61F2/848 ,  A61F2/90 ,  A61F2/95 ,  A61F2002/048 ,  A61F2250/0067 ,  A61M27/008

Abstract: A stent having an elongate tubular configuration is formed of a plurality of elongate elements interwoven or braided to form a tubular configuration. The elements may be relatively strong and rigid, but movable relative to each other within the weave or braid in order to provide the stent with generally soft characteristics. The elements may be formed of different materials, such as an absorbent material permitting the stent to be doped with materials such as drugs and chemicals. Even the absorbency can be controlled and varied to provide a predetermined time-release of the absorbent.

Abstract translation: 具有细长管状结构的支架由多个细长元件形成，交织或编织以形成管状构型。 这些元件可以是相对较强且刚性的，但是可以在编织物或编织物内相对于彼此移动，以便为支架提供通常柔软的特性。 元件可以由不同的材料形成，例如允许支架掺杂材料如药物和化学品的吸收材料。 甚至可以控制和改变吸光度以提供吸收剂的预定时间释放。

公开(公告)号：US5971938A

公开(公告)日：1999-10-26

申请号：US974300

申请日：1997-11-19

Applicant: Charles C. Hart ,  Richard C. Ewers

Inventor： Charles C. Hart ,  Richard C. Ewers

IPC: A61B17/22 ,  A61B5/00

CPC classification number: A61B17/22031

Abstract: An access device has a distal, expandable member with a low-profile state facilitating insertion and a high-profile state facilitating operation of the device. An obturator can be used to move the expandable member between its two states. Alternatively, the device can have an outer tube and an inner tube connected to respective ends of a cylindrical expansion member, so that co-axial movement of the tubes changes the state of the member. An actuator slideable on a handle facilitates the co-axial movement of the tubes, and a resulting formation of the expandable member in a funnel configuration.

Abstract translation: 进入装置具有远侧可扩张构件，其具有便于插入的低轮廓状态和便于操作装置的高轮廓状态。 可以使用闭孔器在可伸缩构件的两个状态之间移动。 或者，装置可以具有连接到圆柱形膨胀构件的相应端部的外管和内管，使得管的同轴运动改变构件的状态。 可滑动在手柄上的致动器有助于管的同轴运动，并且可扩展构件的结果形成为漏斗构型。

公开(公告)号：US20130217973A1

公开(公告)日：2013-08-22

申请号：US13765278

申请日：2013-02-12

Applicant: Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott V. Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

Inventor： Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott V. Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

IPC: A61B1/32

CPC classification number: A61B1/32 ,  A61B17/0293 ,  A61B17/3423 ,  A61B17/3431 ,  A61B2017/3484

Abstract: A surgical wound retractor is adapted to dilate a wound stretchable to a desired diameter through body cavities of varying thicknesses. The retractor includes a first ring having a diameter greater than that desired for the wound and being adapted for disposition interiorly of the wound, a second ring having a diameter greater than that desired for the wound and is adapted for disposition exteriorly of the wound, and a sheath disposed between the two rings. Optionally, the second ring may be detachably attached to the sheath to adapt the retractor to body cavities of varying thickness. Additional rings may be disposed along the sheath to provide for adjustment of the distance between the first and second rings. The retractor may also include an expandable foam annulus that can adjust the distance between the first and second rings.

Abstract translation: 外科伤口牵开器适于通过不同厚度的体腔将可伸展到期望直径的伤口扩张。 牵开器包括第一环，其直径大于伤口所需的直径，并且适于在伤口内部配置，第二环的直径大于伤口所需的直径，并适于在伤口的外部进行配置;以及 设置在两个环之间的护套。 可选地，第二环可以可拆卸地附接到护套以使牵开器适应变化厚度的体腔。 可以沿着护套设置附加的环以提供第一和第二环之间的距离的调整。 牵开器还可以包括可调节第一和第二环之间距离的可膨胀泡沫环。

公开(公告)号：US07238154B2

公开(公告)日：2007-07-03

申请号：US11218412

申请日：2005-09-01

Applicant: Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

Inventor： Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Scott Taylor ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Michael J. Dunn ,  Norman L. Morales ,  Charles C. Hart ,  Robert R. Bowes

IPC: A61B17/02

CPC classification number: A61B1/32 ,  A61B17/0293 ,  A61B17/3423 ,  A61B17/3431 ,  A61B2017/3484

Abstract: A surgical wound retractor is adapted to dilate a wound to a desired diameter. The retractor includes first and second rings, each having a diameter greater than that desired for the wound. The first and second rings are adapted for disposition interiorly and exteriorly of the wound, respectively. A plurality of retraction elements is disposed in a generally cylindrical relationship between the first and second rings and extends through the wound to exert a radial retraction force on the wound that is dependent on the distance separating the first and second rings. Retraction elements, both distensible and non-distensible, are contemplated with appropriate attachment elements at the rings to provide for variations in the retraction force. With a suitable retraction sleeve, a third ring can be provided to form a circumferential retainer to vary the retraction force. Rings can also be made inflatable or self-expanding to vary the retraction force.

Abstract translation: 外科伤口牵开器适于将伤口扩张到期望的直径。 牵开器包括第一和第二环，每个环的直径大于伤口所需的直径。 第一和第二环分别适于在伤口的内部和外部设置。 多个退回元件以第一和第二环之间的大致圆柱形的关系设置，并且延伸穿过伤口，以在伤口上施加径向缩回力，这取决于分隔第一和第二环的距离。 可伸缩和不扩张的回缩元件可以考虑在环处的合适的附接元件以提供收缩力的变化。 利用合适的缩回套筒，可以提供第三环以形成圆周保持器以改变收回力。 环也可以制成充气或自膨胀以改变收缩力。

公开(公告)号：US08672839B2

公开(公告)日：2014-03-18

申请号：US13231348

申请日：2011-09-13

Applicant: Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Robert R. Bowes

Inventor： Richard C. Ewers ,  John R. Brustad ,  Edward D. Pingleton ,  Nabil Hilal ,  Gary R. Dulak ,  Payam Adlparvar ,  Robert R. Bowes

IPC: A61B1/32

CPC classification number: A61B17/3423 ,  A61B17/0218 ,  A61B17/0293 ,  A61B17/3474 ,  A61B17/3498 ,  A61B2017/00265 ,  A61B2017/00526 ,  A61B2017/3419 ,  A61B2017/3445 ,  A61B2017/3492 ,  A61M13/003

Abstract: An access system comprises an access device. The access device is adapted to be disposed within an opening in a body wall. The access device has an external flange adapted to be disposed external to the body wall and an internal flange adapted to be disposed internal to the body wall. Holes extend through the access device between an external surface and an internal surface of the access device. The holes span the thickness of the body wall between a location external to the body wall and a location internal to the body wall. The access device is formed of an elastomeric material adapted to conform to surfaces of instruments inserted through the holes to form instrument seals along at least a portion of a length spanning the thickness of the body wall. The elastomeric material is compressible and adapted to form a seal with the body wall.

Abstract translation: 访问系统包括访问设备。 进入装置适于设置在体壁的开口内。 进入装置具有适于设置在主体壁外部的外部凸缘和适于设置在主体壁内部的内部凸缘。 孔在进入装置的外表面和内表面之间延伸通过进入装置。 孔跨越体壁外部位置与体壁内部的位置之间的体壁厚度。 进入装置由弹性体材料形成，弹性体材料适于与穿过孔插入的仪器的表面一致，以沿跨越体壁厚度的至少一部分长度形成仪器密封。 弹性体材料是可压缩的并且适于与主体壁形成密封。

公开(公告)号：US08628541B2

公开(公告)日：2014-01-14

申请号：US11238543

申请日：2005-09-30

Applicant: Vahid Saadat ,  Richard C. Ewers ,  Cang C. Lam

Inventor： Vahid Saadat ,  Richard C. Ewers ,  Cang C. Lam

IPC: A61B17/10

CPC classification number: A61B17/29 ,  A61B17/0401 ,  A61B17/0467 ,  A61B17/0469 ,  A61B17/0482 ,  A61B2017/003 ,  A61B2017/00349 ,  A61B2017/00827 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2017/0419 ,  A61B2017/0458 ,  A61B2017/0464 ,  A61B2017/0496 ,  A61B2017/06052 ,  A61B2017/2927

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for securing and deploying tissue anchors are described herein. A tissue manipulation assembly is pivotably coupled to the distal end of a tubular member. A reconfigurable launch tube is also pivotably coupled to the tissue manipulation assembly, which may be advanced through a shape-lockable endoscopic device, a conventional endoscope, or directly by itself into a patient. A second tool can be used in combination with the tissue manipulation assembly to engage tissue and manipulate the tissue in conjunction with the tissue manipulation assembly. A deployment assembly is provided for securing engaged tissue via one or more tissue anchors, the deployment assembly also being configured to disengage the anchors endoluminally or laparoscopically by applying thermal energy through at least one suture cutting element disposed along the deployment assembly.

Abstract translation: 本文描述了用于固定和展开组织锚的方法和装置。 组织操作组件可枢转地联接到管状构件的远端。 可重新配置的发射管也可枢转地联接到组织操作组件，组织操作组件可通过可形状锁定的内窥镜装置，常规内窥镜或直接自身进入患者。 第二工具可以与组织操作组件组合使用以接合组织并且与组织操作组件一起操作组织。 提供了一种展开组件，用于通过一个或多个组织锚固件固定所接合的组织，所述展开组件还被配置为通过沿着所述展开组件布置的至少一个缝合线切割元件施加热能而使所述锚定器在内部或腹腔镜下脱离。