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20080208316 | Artificial Vascular Prosthesis - A vascular prosthesis having a tubular structure is provided. The tubular structure is fabricated from at least two layers wherein at least one layer includes a thrombogenic agent. | 08-28-2008 |
20090060972 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CELL GRAFTING - A device for cell grafting is disclosed. The device comprises a compartment enclosed by a semipermeable envelope made at least in part of nonwoven polymer fibers, and at least one inlet port formed in the envelope. The inlet port(s) are accessible from the exterior of the envelope and configured for establishing fluid communication with the compartment. | 03-05-2009 |
20090088828 | Electrically Charged Implantable Medical Device - A medical device comprises a tubular structure adapted for being implanted in the vasculature of a mammal, the tubular structure being formed, at least in part, of electrically charged nonwoven polymer fibers. | 04-02-2009 |
20090131739 | EXTERNAL MAGNETIC FIELD STIMULATION OF THE SPG - Apparatus is provided for treating a condition of a subject, including a coil, which is configured to be positioned in a vicinity of a site selected from the group consisting of: a sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG), a greater palatine nerve, a lesser palatine nerve, a sphenopalatine nerve, a communicating branch between a maxillary nerve and an SPG, an otic ganglion, an afferent fiber going into the otic ganglion, an efferent fiber going out of the otic ganglion, an infraorbital nerve, a vidian nerve, a greater superficial petrosal nerve, and a lesser deep petrosal nerve. A control unit is configured to drive the coil to generate a magnetic field in the vicinity of the site capable of inducing an increase in cerebral blood flow (CBF) of the subject. Other embodiments are also described. | 05-21-2009 |
20090299418 | CONCURRENT BILATERAL SPG MODULATION - Apparatus ( | 12-03-2009 |
20100063575 | MULTI-COMPONENT EXPANDABLE SUPPORTIVE BIFURCATED ENDOLUMINAL GRAFTS AND METHODS FOR USING SAME - A multiple-component expandable endoluminal system for treating a lesion at a bifurcation including a self expandable tubular root member having a side-looking engagement aperture, a self expandable tubular trunk member comprising a substantially blood impervious polymeric liner secured therealong; both having a radially compressed state adapted for percutaneous intraluminal delivery and a radially expanded state adapted for endoluminal support. | 03-11-2010 |
20100137890 | Fibrous Surgically Implantable Mesh - A fibrous mesh surgically implantable into a mammal internal cavity is disclosed. The aforesaid mesh has a laminar extra-cellular-like matrix structure. The mesh comprises a first layer characterized by porosity effective for mammal tissue infiltration into the first layer and a substantially non-porous second layer. The first layer is adapted to surgically adhere to a cavity wall in need of repair such that wall tissues infiltrate thereinto while the second layer is characterized by non-adhesion and adapted for non-traumatic contact to mammal viscera and omentum. The first layer is biodegradable and the second layer is tissue-integrated with the cavity wall. | 06-03-2010 |
20100191335 | SPINAL NUCLEUS PROSTHESIS DEVICE - An implantable prosthesis device is disclosed. The prosthesis device comprises one or more compartments bounded by a substantially closed porous envelope made at least in part of non-woven polymer fibers, and a filler structure at least partially filling the compartment(s) and being made, at least in part, of non-woven swellable polymer fibers. | 07-29-2010 |
20100198302 | ELECTRICAL STIMULATION IN THE MIDDLE EAR FOR TREATMENT OF HEARING RELATED DISORDERS - An auditory implant system for treating a hearing disorder is disclosed. Methods are also disclosed for the use thereof. The system comprises an implantable array of electrodes and a pulse generator (PG), wherein at least one electrode is a cochlear effecting electrode adapted for disposition in the associated Eustachian tube in the proximity of the associated fenestra rotunda. | 08-05-2010 |
20100292774 | Extra-Vascular Wrapping for Treating Aneurysmatic Aorta in Conjunction with Endovascular Stent-Graft and Methods Thereof - A system for treating an aneurysmatic abdominal aorta, comprising (a) an extra-vascular wrapping (EVW) comprising (i) at least one medical textile member adapted to at least partially encircle a segment of aorta in proximity to the renal arteries, and (ii) a structural member, wherein EVW is adapted for laparoscopic delivery, and (b) an endovascular stent-graft (ESG) comprising (i) a compressible structural member, and (ii) a substantially fluid impervious fluid flow guide (FFG) attached thereto. Also described is an extra-vascular ring (EVR) adapted to encircle the neck of an aortic aneurysm. Further described are methods for treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm, comprising laparoscopically delivering the extra-vascular wrapping (EVW) and endovascularly placing an endovascular stent-graft (ESG). Also described are methods to treat a type I endoleak. | 11-18-2010 |
20100331947 | Inflatable Medical Device - A medical device comprising a compartment capable of receiving and holding a substance in a liquid form is disclosed. The compartment is inflatable from a deflated state to an inflated state, such that when the compartment is in the deflated state, the outer wall of the membrane is substantially impermeable to the substance, and when the compartment is in the inflated state, the substance is allowed to permeate through the outer wall. | 12-30-2010 |
20110008408 | SOLID DOSAGE FORM FOR TREATING HEADACHES - A retrievable, sustained release, solid dosage form is provided for implanting into cranial bony canals and for prolonged release of an anesthetic, whereby treating neurovascular conditions, such as migraine. The dosage comprises an anesthetic contained in a polymeric carrier, and a retrieval member, the anesthetic being gradually released from the carrier. | 01-13-2011 |
20110046720 | Apparatus and Method for Creating Arteriovenous Fistulas - Apparatus ( | 02-24-2011 |
20110160623 | EXTERNAL STIMULATION OF THE SPG - Apparatus is provided for treating a condition of a subject, including an energy transmitter, which is configured to be positioned outside a body of the subject in a vicinity of a site selected from the group consisting of: a sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG), a greater palatine nerve, a lesser palatine nerve, a sphenopalatine nerve, a communicating branch between a maxillary nerve and an SPG, an otic ganglion, an afferent fiber going into the otic ganglion, an efferent fiber going out of the otic ganglion, an infraorbital nerve, a vidian nerve, a greater superficial petrosal nerve, and a lesser deep petrosal nerve. A control unit is configured to drive the energy transmitter to transmit energy to the site, and configure the energy to stimulate the site. Other embodiments are also described. | 06-30-2011 |
20110184494 | Method and apparatus for stimulating the sphenopalatine ganglion to modify properties of the BBB and cerebral blood - Apparatus for modifying a property of a brain of a patient is provided, including one or more electrodes ( | 07-28-2011 |
20110208289 | Flexible Stent-Grafts - A stent-graft includes a graft and annular stent springs, including first, second, and third tapered stent springs, coupled to a generally tubular portion of the graft. Each of the tapered springs include stent cells that circumferentially taper to a set of one or more circumferentially-adjacent narrowest stent cells within the spring. The first and second tapered springs axially adjacent; the second and third tapered stent springs are axially adjacent. The narrowest stent cell sets of the first and second springs are rotationally positioned on the portion of the graft with a non-zero relative angle shift therebetween, as are the narrowest stent cell sets of the second and third springs. | 08-25-2011 |
20120059437 | Endovascular Electrostimulation Near a Carotid Bifurcation in Treating Cerebrovascular Conditions - An interventional system that utilizes a carotid chemoreceptor(s) and optionally baroreceptor(s) for inducing vasodilatation in blood vessels of the brain is provided for treating ischemic conditions of the CNS, such as ischemic stroke and cerebral vasospasm. The system includes an electrical signal generator and an endovascular module with electrode units for transiently being disposed in the internal and external carotid arteries, adjacent a carotid body. | 03-08-2012 |
20120095527 | SELF EXPANDABLE MIDDLE EAR IMPLANT FOR TREATING HEARING RELATED DISORDERS - The invention provides an electrode, and a minimally-invasive auditory implant system employing the electrode, for treating hearing disorders by electrically stimulating tissues in the middle ear. The electrode employs a structure which switches between narrow and spread shapes, facilitating the electrode insertion into the site, securing the electrode against vibration or permanent movement, and optimizing the current density. | 04-19-2012 |
20120150274 | VASCULAR PROSTHESES FOR TREATING ANEURYSMS - An endovascular sealing stent-graft is configured to initially be positioned in a delivery catheter in a radially-compressed state, and to assume a radially-expanded state upon being deployed from the delivery catheter. The stent-graft includes a structural member, which includes a plurality of structural stent elements, and which, when the stent-graft assumes the radially-expanded state, has a generally tubular shape, and is shaped so as to define at least two elongated indentations, each of which extends rostrally to a rostral end of the structural member, and is tapered in a caudal direction until the indentation converges with the generally tubular shape of the structural member, and each of which has an axial length of at least 2 cm. The stent-graft further includes a fluid flow guide, which is coupled to at least a portion of the structural member, and covers at least a portion of each of the elongated indentations. | 06-14-2012 |
20120172929 | APPARATUS FOR CLOSURE OF A LUMEN AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - A generally tubular endovascular prosthesis ( | 07-05-2012 |
20120179236 | SIDEPORT ENGAGEMENT AND SEALING MECHANISM FOR ENDOLUMINAL STENT-GRAFTS - An endovascular prosthesis ( | 07-12-2012 |
20120310324 | TREATMENT OF A MAIN BODY LUMEN IN THE VICINITY OF A BRANCHING BODY LUMEN - An endovascular prosthesis ( | 12-06-2012 |
20120316634 | ENDOVASCULAR FLOW DIRECTION INDICATOR - An endovascular tool is provided, which includes a longitudinal delivery shaft and a fin coupled to the delivery shaft. The fin is configured to assume a compressed state for endoluminal delivery, and an expanded state for endoluminal deployment, in which state the fin is configured to pivot around an axis of rotation. Other embodiments are also described. | 12-13-2012 |
20120323305 | STENTS INCORPORATING A PLURALITY OF STRAIN-DISTRIBUTION LOCATIONS | 12-20-2012 |
20120330399 | ENDOVASCULAR FENESTRATED STENT-GRAFTING - A stent-graft ( | 12-27-2012 |
20130013050 | MULTI-COMPONENT STENT-GRAFT SYSTEM FOR IMPLANTATION IN A BLOOD VESSEL WITH MULTIPLE BRANCHES - A multi-component stent-graft system ( | 01-10-2013 |
20130035751 | THERMAL ENERGY APPLICATION FOR PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT OF ENDOLEAKS IN STENT-GRAFTS - Apparatus ( | 02-07-2013 |
20130090722 | MULTI-COMPONENT BIFURCATED STENT-GRAFT SYSTEMS - A multiple-component expandable endoluminal system for treating a lesion at a bifurcation including a self expandable tubular root member having a side-looking engagement aperture, a self expandable tubular trunk member comprising a substantially blood impervious polymeric liner secured therealong; both having a radially compressed state adapted for percutaneous intraluminal delivery and a radially expanded state adapted for endoluminal support. | 04-11-2013 |
20130131783 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES CONSTRUCTED OF SHAPE MEMORY MATERIAL - Medical apparatus ( | 05-23-2013 |
20130204343 | ENDOVASCULAR SYSTEM WITH CIRCUMFERENTIALLY-OVERLAPPING STENT-GRAFTS - A multi-component endovascular stent-graft system ( | 08-08-2013 |
20130261994 | ACCELERATED BENCH-TESTING OF MEDICAL DEVICES - A biomedical tester includes a fluid-control container, shaped to define a fluid-control container port and a first interface surface defining fluid-control container apertures. A fluid controller is shaped to define a second interface surface defining controller ports. These elements and a motor are arranged to relative translation between the first and second interface surfaces; thereby effecting a time-varying overlap between subgroups of the system. Fixtures allow disposition therewithin of respective medical devices. Each of the fixtures includes one or more fixture first ports and fixture second ports. The fixture first ports are mounted in fluid Communication respective with the controller ports. A fluid pump includes first and second pump ports in fluid communication with the fixture second ports and the fluid-control container port, respectively. | 10-03-2013 |
20130289587 | VASCULAR BANDS AND DELIVERY SYSTEMS THEREFOR - An extra-luminal ring ( | 10-31-2013 |
20130297005 | EXTRA-VASCULAR WRAPPING FOR TREATING ENDOLEAK - A method is provided that includes identifying an aortic endoleak in a human subject implanted with an endovascular stent-graft in an aneurysmatic aorta. An extra-vascular ring is positioned at least partially encircling a segment of the aneurysmatic aorta in which the endovascular stent-graft has been implanted. | 11-07-2013 |
20140052236 | REDUCED-STRAIN EXTRA- VASCULAR RING FOR TREATING AORTIC ANEURYSM - Apparatus ( | 02-20-2014 |
20140172072 | STENT FIXATION WITH REDUCED PLASTIC DEFORMATION - An endovascular stent system ( | 06-19-2014 |
20140180307 | ELECTROSTIMULATION IN TREATING CEREBROVASCULAR CONDITIONS - A system for treating a medical condition in a living body, comprising two subsystems, an implant subsystem and an electrical stimulation unit subsystem. The implant subsystem comprises at least one electrostimulation module, contains at least one electrically conductive electrode and, preferably, an anchoring member. The electrical stimulation unit, adapted for producing and controlling electrical waveforms, is connected to the electrodes. The implant subsystem is implanted adjacent to at least one of the following structures: the carotid sinus nerve, aortic nerve, common carotid artery, external carotid artery, internal carotid artery, carotid artery bifurcation, carotid body, aortic body or aortic arch receptors. The electrical stimulation unit is maintained outside the patient's body and is adapted to program, generate, control and deliver the electrical waveform via a wired or a wireless connection to the implant subsystem, thereby stimulating the structure it is adjacent to and treating the medical condition. | 06-26-2014 |
20140214143 | ELECTROSTIMULATION IN TREATING CEREBROVASCULAR CONDITIONS - An electrostimulation device including an electrode shaft that includes a plurality of electrodes, a delivery device that includes a cannula, through which the electrode shaft is insertable, a fixation member fixable on the cannula, and a locking mechanism for selectively permitting and preventing relative movement between the electrode shaft and the delivery device. | 07-31-2014 |
20140288634 | DOUBLE-LAYER STENT - A multi-component endovascular stent system ( | 09-25-2014 |
20140288635 | TRIPLE-COLLAR STENT-GRAFT - An endovascular stent-graft ( | 09-25-2014 |
20140309713 | LONG-TERM ELECTROSTIMULATION OF RECEPTORS - An electrostimulation device includes an implantable internal unit, which includes an array of electrodes assembled on or in a housing, and affixing structure for affixing the unit with respect to a targeted anatomy of a patient, a microprocessor mounted in the housing and in communication with the electrodes, a transceiver mounted in the housing and in communication with the microprocessor, and a power supply for providing power to the electrodes, the microprocessor and the transceiver. | 10-16-2014 |
20140324154 | STENT-GRAFTS WITH POST-DEPLOYMENT VARIABLE RADIAL DISPLACEMENT - An endovascular stent-graft includes a generally tubular body configured to assume a radially-compressed delivery state and a radially-expanded deployment state. The body includes a flexible stent member, and a tubular fluid flow guide attached to the stent member. The body includes a compliance-restoration body portion extending axially along a portion of the body, and including portions of the stent member and fluid flow guide. When the body is in the radially-expanded deployment state, the compliance-restoration body portion characterized by a greatest diastolic outer radius when the body is internally pressurized by fluid having a pressure of 80 mmHg, and radially expandable to a greatest systolic outer radius when the body is internally pressurized by fluid having a pressure of 120 mmHg. The greatest systolic outer radius (R | 10-30-2014 |
20140350658 | BRANCHED STENT-GRAFT SYSTEM - An endovascular stent-graft ( | 11-27-2014 |
20150039074 | VASCULAR PROSTHESIS FOR TREATING ANEURYSMS - Apparatus for use with a delivery catheter, including a primary stent-graft and a flared endovascular stent-graft, which is configured to initially be positioned in the delivery catheter in a radially-compressed state, and to assume a radially-expanded state upon being deployed from the delivery catheter. The primary stent-graft includes (a) a structural member, which includes a plurality of structural stent elements, and which, when the flared endovascular stent-graft assumes the radially-expanded state, is shaped so as to define a flared caudal portion, which flares radially outward in a caudal direction; (b) at least one biologically-compatible substantially fluid-impervious flexible sheet, which is coupled to at least the flared caudal portion; and (c) a stent-engagement member, which is generally tubular when the flared endovascular stent-graft assumes the radially-expanded state, which is disposed at least partially within the flared caudal portion, and which is configured to be sealingly coupled to the primary stent-graft. | 02-05-2015 |