Claude, US
Alan Claude, Houston, TX US
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20090218255 | RECYCLE OF OLEFINIC NAPHTHAS BY REMOVING AROMATICS - Systems and processes for producing one or more olefins. A feed containing 90% by weight or more C | 09-03-2009 |
20090299118 | FCC For Light Feed Upgrading - Systems and methods for upgrading hydrocarbons are provided. A first hydrocarbon can be cracked in the presence of one or more catalysts to provide a first cracked mixture containing one or more light cycle oils (LCOs) and one or more coked catalysts. A second hydrocarbon, containing one or more C4 to C20 hydrocarbons and having a Research Octane Number of less than 88, can be mixed with the one or more catalysts to provide a first mixture at a second temperature. A third hydrocarbon can be combined with the first mixture to provide a second mixture. The second mixture can be cracked to provide a second cracked mixture containing propylene, one or more mixed hydrocarbons in the gasoline boiling range having a Research Octane Number greater than 88, and one or more coked catalysts. The first cracked mixture and second cracked mixture can be combined to provide a third mixture. | 12-03-2009 |
20090299119 | Heat Balanced FCC For Light Hydrocarbon Feeds - Systems and methods for processing hydrocarbons are provided. A first hydrocarbon feed containing one or more C4 to C20 hydrocarbons having a research octane number of less than 88 can be cracked at a first temperature and in the presence of one or more catalysts to provide a first cracked mixture. A second hydrocarbon feed can be introduced to the first mixture to provide a second mixture. The second mixture can be cracked at the first temperature to provide a second cracked mixture containing propylene and one or more hydrocarbons having a research octane number of about 88 to about 95, and one or more coked catalysts. | 12-03-2009 |
Alan M. Claude, Houston, TX US
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20110251046 | Systems and Methods for Regenerating A Spent Catalyst - Systems and methods for regenerating a spent catalyst are provided. The method can include heating a hydrocarbon and a coke precursor in the presence of catalyst particles to provide a cracked hydrocarbon product and coked catalyst particles. The cracked hydrocarbon product and the coked catalyst particles can be selectively separated to provide a hydrocarbon product and coked catalyst particles. The coked catalyst particles can be mixed with a carrier fluid to provide a mixture. The mixture can be introduced to an upper surface of a dense phase catalyst zone disposed within a regenerator. A gas can be introduced to a lower zone of the dense phase catalyst zone. At least a portion of the carbon deposited on the coked catalyst particles can be combusted to provide a flue gas, heat, and a regenerated catalyst. | 10-13-2011 |
20110251047 | Systems and Methods for Regenerating A Spent Catalyst - Systems and methods for regenerating a spent catalyst are provided. The method can include mixing a spent catalyst with a carrier fluid to provide a mixture. The spent catalyst can include carbon deposited on at least a portion thereof. The carrier fluid can include an oxygen containing gas. The mixture can be introduced to or above an upper surface of a dense phase catalyst zone disposed within a regenerator. A gas can be introduced to a lower zone of the dense phase catalyst zone. At least a portion of the carbon deposited on the catalyst can be combusted to provide a flue gas, heat, and a regenerated catalyst. | 10-13-2011 |
Charles Claude, San Jose, CA US
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20110070307 | TISSUE REGENERATION - A method including positioning a delivery device at a location in a vessel within a mammalian body, introducing a first treatment agent including a cellular component through the delivery device, and introducing a different second treatment agent disposed in a carrier through the delivery device. A method including identifying an infarct region within myocardial tissue and a border region of perfused tissue adjacent the infarct region, introducing a treatment agent including a cellular component to the border region, and introducing a plurality of microparticles to the infarct region. A kit including a treatment agent including a cellular component in a form suitable for percutaneous delivery, and a separate amount of a plurality of microparticles in a form suitable for percutaneous delivery. | 03-24-2011 |
Charles Claude, Flagstaff, AZ US
Cordell E. Claude, Hamlin, NY US
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20080236671 | Quick change check valve system - A system for quickly removing and installing check valve parts without disturbing system piping attached to a pump. The system includes a first adapter attached to the outlet of the pump head. The first adapter includes a valve seat and a housing with a side wall having external threads. A second adapter includes a hollow body with a space for a check valve. The body has an opening in the side wall for inserting the check valve. The second adapter fits over the first adapter and the adapters are attached by means of a collar. Tightening the collar onto the threads on the first adapter causes the check valve to be held firmly between the valve seat and the top wall of the second adapter. | 10-02-2008 |
20080250921 | Stroke adjustment mechanism for reciprocating pumps - A stroke adjustment mechanism having fewer parts that are easier to manufacture. In order to translate stroke adjustment into an eccentric offset of a rotating shaft to act as a rotating cam surface, the present invention utilizes two separate and identical plungers. The plungers are easier to manufacture as they do not require complex machining in mating parts. The present invention is also easier to assemble than prior designs. The present invention allows the drive gear to be produced with a simple round ID bore and also uses a one-piece, easy to machine round shaft. This provides for a simple and strong design. | 10-16-2008 |
20100232995 | Effervescent Gas Bleeder Apparatus - A diaphragm metering pump suitable for metering an effervescent gas. The pump has a pump head with a product chamber having an inlet end with a one-way inlet valve and an outlet end with a one-way outlet valve. A displaceable diaphragm member defines a boundary of the product chamber. The diaphragm member is capable of being reciprocated to cause pumping displacements. A discharge side is disposed downstream from the outlet valve. A passageway is disposed in fluid communication between the discharge side and the product chamber. A valve is disposed in the passageway. The valve is opened intermittently to allow liquid to re-enter the product chamber in an amount effective to purge gas from the product chamber to prevent loss of prime. | 09-16-2010 |
Eric Claude, Vienna, VA US
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20100292105 | Methods and devices for concentration and fractionation of analytes for chemical analysis - A multi-well cassette configuration and an instrument capable of accepting the cassette and thereafter pre-concentrating and purifying analytes from biological samples held in the cassette wells, such as human serum, for subsequent analysis by Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization Mass Spectrometry (MALDI MS). | 11-18-2010 |
Eric J. Claude, Vienna, VA US
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20110046648 | LATCHING ANCHOR DEVICE - An anchor that secures to a connector as part of an anchor assembly is disclosed. The proximal anchor includes a pair of spaced apart prongs which join together at a slot inception. The prongs are shaped and sized of a configuration to define a catch or latching structure. The prongs are configured to capture and deform the suture between the protrusions and prevent the suture from disengaging from the slotted anchor device once engaged. | 02-24-2011 |
20140236230 | LATCHING ANCHOR DEVICE - An anchor that secures to a connector as part of an anchor assembly is disclosed. The proximal anchor includes a pair of spaced apart prongs which join together at a slot inception. The prongs are shaped and sized of a configuration to define a catch or latching structure. The prongs are configured to capture and deform the suture between the protrusions and prevent the suture from disengaging from the slotted anchor device once engaged. | 08-21-2014 |
John Claude, San Carlos, CA US
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20100049186 | NONINVASIVE DEVICES, METHODS, AND SYSTEMS FOR SHRINKING OF TISSUES - The invention provides improved methods for modifying collagenous tissues, particularly for treating urinary incontinence in a noninvasive manner. The methods typically include inserting a probe into a patient's urethra, transmitting electromagnetic energy from the probe to a collagneous target tissue, and cooling the tissue in the vicinity of the probe. The probe may include an expandable element at or near the distal end that is configured to expand within the patient's bladder. The expandable element may anchor the probe before or during treatment. | 02-25-2010 |
John P. Claude, Redwood City, CA US
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20100204560 | LOW PROFILE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY - A tissue electrode assembly includes a membrane configured to form an expandable, conformable body that is deployable in a patient. The assembly further includes a flexible circuit positioned on a surface of the membrane and comprising at least one base substrate layer, at least one insulating layer and at least one planar conducting layer. An electrically-conductive electrode covers at least a portion of the flexible circuit and a portion of the surface of the membrane not covered by the flexible circuit, wherein the electrically-conductive electrode is foldable upon itself with the membrane to a delivery conformation having a diameter suitable for minimally-invasive delivery of the assembly to the patient. | 08-12-2010 |
20110087087 | MR SPECTROSCOPY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DIAGNOSING PAINFUL AND NON-PAINFUL INTERVERTEBRAL DISCS - An MR Spectroscopy (MRS) system and approach is provided for diagnosing painful and non-painful discs in chronic, severe low back pain patients (DDD-MRS). A DDD-MRS pulse sequence generates and acquires DDD-MRS spectra within intervertebral disc nuclei for later signal processing & diagnostic analysis. An interfacing DDD-MRS signal processor receives output signals of the DDD-MRS spectra acquired and is configured to optimize signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) by an automated system that selectively conducts optimal channel selection, phase and frequency correction, and frame editing as appropriate for a given acquisition series. A diagnostic processor calculates a diagnostic value for the disc based upon a weighted factor set of criteria that uses MRS data extracted from the acquired and processed MRS spectra along regions associated with multiple chemicals that have been correlated to painful vs. non-painful discs. A diagnostic display provides a scaled, color coded legend and indication of results for each disc analyzed as an overlay onto a mid-sagittal T2-weighted MRI image of the lumbar spine for the patient being diagnosed. Clinical application of the embodiments provides a non-invasive, objective, pain-free, reliable approach for diagnosing painful vs. non-painful discs by simply extending and enhancing the utility of otherwise standard MRI exams of the lumbar spine. | 04-14-2011 |
20120071870 | Low Profile Electrode Assembly - A tissue electrode assembly includes a membrane configured to form an expandable, conformable body that is deployable in a patient. The assembly further includes a flexible circuit positioned on a surface of the membrane and comprising at least one base substrate layer, at least one insulating layer and at least one planar conducting layer. An electrically-conductive electrode covers at least a portion of the flexible circuit and a portion of the surface of the membrane not covered by the flexible circuit, wherein the electrically-conductive electrode is foldable upon itself with the membrane to a delivery conformation having a diameter suitable for minimally-invasive delivery of the assembly to the patient. | 03-22-2012 |
20130053658 | MR SPECTROSCOPY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DIAGNOSING PAINFUL AND NON-PAINFUL INTERVERTEBRAL DISCS - An MR Spectroscopy (MRS) system and approach is provided for diagnosing painful and non-painful discs in chronic, severe low back pain patients (DDD-MRS). A DDD-MRS pulse sequence generates and acquires DDD-MRS spectra within intervertebral disc nuclei for later signal processing and diagnostic analysis. An interfacing DDD-MRS signal processor receives output signals of the DDD-MRS spectra acquired and is configured to optimize signal-to-noise ratio by an automated system that selectively conducts optimal channel selection, phase and frequency correction, and frame editing as appropriate for a given acquisition series. A diagnostic processor calculates a diagnostic value for the disc based upon a weighted factor set of criteria that uses MRS data extracted from the acquired and processed MRS spectra for multiple chemicals that have been correlated to painful vs. non-painful discs. A display provides an indication of results for analyzed discs as an overlay onto a MRI image of the lumbar spine. | 02-28-2013 |
20130230224 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATED VOXELATION OF REGIONS OF INTEREST FOR MAGNETIC RESONANCE SPECTROSCOPY - A system and method for automating an appropriate voxel prescription in a uniquely definable region of interest (ROI) in a tissue of a patient is provided, such as for purpose of conducting magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) in the ROI. The dimensions and coordinates of a single three dimensional rectilinear volume (voxel) within a single region of interest (ROI) are automatically identified. This is done, in some embodiments by: (1) applying statistically identified ROI search areas within a field of view (FOV); (2) image processing an MRI image to smooth the background and enhance a particular structure useful to define the ROI; (3) identifying a population of pixels that define the particular structure; (4) performing a statistical analysis of the pixel population to fit a 2D model such as an ellipsoid to the population and subsequently fit a rectilinear shape within the model; (5) repetiting elements (1) through (4) using multiple images that encompass the 3D ROI to create a 3D rectilinear shape; (6) a repetition of elements (1) through (5) for multiple ROIs with a common FOV. A manual interface may also be provided, allowing for override to replace by manual prescription, assistance to identify structures (e.g. clicking on disc levels), or modifying the automated voxel (e.g. modify location, shape, or one or more dimensions). | 09-05-2013 |
20140357956 | CARDIAC ABLATION CATHETERS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Cardiac ablation catheters and methods of use. In some embodiments the catheter includes at least one camera inside an expandable membrane for visualizing an ablation procedure. | 12-04-2014 |
John P. Claude, San Carlos, CA US
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20140058197 | Low Profile Electrode Assembly - A tissue electrode assembly includes a membrane configured to form an expandable, conformable body that is deployable in a patient. The assembly further includes a flexible circuit positioned on a surface of the membrane and comprising at least one base substrate layer, at least one insulating layer and at least one planar conducting layer. An electrically-conductive electrode covers at least a portion of the flexible circuit and a portion of the surface of the membrane not covered by the flexible circuit, wherein the electrically-conductive electrode is foldable upon itself with the membrane to a delivery conformation having a diameter suitable for minimally-invasive delivery of the assembly to the patient. | 02-27-2014 |
John P. Claude, Saratoga, CA US
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20140243821 | ENERGY DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHODS OF USE - The present disclosure is directed to an expandable energy delivery assembly adapted to deliver electrical energy to tissue. The assembly includes an elongate device and an expandable portion. The expandable portion includes an inflatable element, a single helical electrode disposed on the inflatable element, and at least one irrigation aperture within the inflatable element. The inflatable element is secured to the elongate device and the single helical electrode makes between about 0.5 and about 1.5 revolutions around the inflatable element. The at least one irrigation aperture is adapted to allow fluid to flow from within the inflatable element to outside the inflatable element. | 08-28-2014 |
John P. Claude, Menlo Park, CA US
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20150032094 | TRI-MODE ELECTRODES WITH INTEGRAL TEMPERATURE SENSING - The present system relates to an apparatus for desiccating tissue. The apparatus includes an electrode assembly having a heating element, a metal electrode, and a temperature sensor. The apparatus also includes a radio frequency (RF) generator, coupled to the metal electrode, having a signal generator for generating an electrical signal, and switch for selecting between a first mode, second mode and third mode of operation. In the first mode, the electrical signal is directed to the metal electrode and applied to the tissue. In the second mode, the electrical signal is directed to the heating element such that heat produced by the heating element is applied to the tissue. In the third mode, the electrical signal is directed to the metal electrode and the heating element, for applying the electrical signal and the heat to the tissue. | 01-29-2015 |
John Patrick Claude, Redwood City, CA US
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20140064586 | MAGNETIC RESONANCE SPECTROSCOPY PULSE SEQUENCE, ACQUISITION, AND PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHOD - Systems and methods are provided for processing a set of multiple serially acquired magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) free induction decay (FID) frames from a multi-frame MRS acquisition series from a region of interest (ROI) in a subject, and for providing a post-processed MRS spectrum. Processing parameters are dynamically varied while measuring results to determine the optimal post-processed results. Spectral regions opposite water from chemical regions of interest are evaluated and used in at least one processing operation. Frequency shift error is estimated via spectral correlation between free induction decay (FID) frames and a reference spectrum. Multiple groups of FID frames within the acquired set are identified to different phases corresponding with a phase step cycle of the acquisition. Baseline correction is also performed via rank order filter (ROF) estimate and a polynomial fit. Sections of the ROF may be excluded from the polynomial fit, such as for example sections determined to be associated with relevant spectral peaks. | 03-06-2014 |
Laurent Yves Claude, Houston, TX US
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20140345865 | Wellsite Surface Equipment Systems - A system for powering wellsite surface equipment comprises at least one prime mover in communication with a fuel source for powering the prime mover and having at least one heat source, at least one pump arranged to be driven by the prime mover, the at least one pump in fluid communication with at least one wellbore and at least one fluid for use in the wellbore, and at least one auxiliary system in communication with the heat source from the at least one prime mover. | 11-27-2014 |
Lois Claude, Coon Rapids, MN US
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20120043011 | Method of manufacturing an MRI compatible conductive lead body - A method of manufacturing an implantable electrical lead body MRI used in such applications as cardiac pacing, electrical nerve stimulation and intracardiac defibrillation applications that is biocompatible upon implantation in an animal and compatible with a magnetic resonance imaging scanner for the purpose of diagnostic quality imaging is disclosed. The method involves a relatively rigid first substrate layer, a conductive coil layer being precisely placed over the first substrate layer, a relatively soft second substrate layer over the conductive coil layer and a relatively rigid third substrate layer over the second substrate layer. | 02-23-2012 |
20120188042 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE ELECTRICAL LEAD BODY - An electrical lead body for an implantable electronic medical device has multiple layers of insulating material encapsulating a conductor that is wound in a spiral manner along the length of the lead. The layered structure provides resistance to fracture from mechanical stresses. A manufacturing process for producing this electrical lead is described. | 07-26-2012 |
Nicolau Claude, Newton, MA US
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20100098707 | Monoclonal Antibody - The present invention is related to methods and compositions for the therapeutic and diagnostic use in the treatment of diseases and disorders which are caused by or associated with amyloid or amyloid-like proteins including amyloidosis, a group of disorders and abnormalities associated with amyloid protein such as Alzheimer's disease. The present invention provides novel methods and compositions comprising highly specific and highly effective antibodies having the ability to specifically recognize and bind to specific epitopes from a range of β-amyloid proteins. The antibodies enabled by the teaching of the present invention are particularly useful for the treatment of diseases and disorders which are caused by or associated with amyloid or amyloid-like proteins including amyloidosis, a group of diseases and disorders associated with amyloid plaque formation including secondary amyloidosis and age-related amyloidosis including, but not limited to, neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's Disease (AD). | 04-22-2010 |
Timothy Claude, Coon Rapids, MN US
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20110208234 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR FILTERING BODY FLUID - Medical devices for filtering fluids flowing through a lumen and a method of forming medical devices. The devices can be used in vascular channels, urinary tracts, biliary ducts and the like, and filter emboli and other debris generated at a treatment site. | 08-25-2011 |
Timothy J. Claude, Minneapolis, MN US
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20120283644 | Temporary Retention Device - A retention device for anchoring indwelling catheters, sheath introducers, feeding tubes, ostomy bags or other medical devices beneath the skin of a patient includes an deployable section coupled to a medical device; following introduction into a patient, the deployable section is subcutaneously deployed, securely anchoring the device and coupled medical device for the duration of treatment. | 11-08-2012 |
Timothy J. Claude, Coon Rapids, MN US
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20090209921 | DIALYSIS VALVE AND METHOD - A dialysis valve includes a tube attached between an artery and a vein which, when elongated, simultaneously narrows in diameter at least one location. The narrowed portion of the tube decreases the volume and velocity between the arterial and venous side of the patient to prevent damage or intimal hyperplasia on the venous side between dialysis treatments. When the valve is opened for dialysis, an unrestricted blood flow exists between the arterial and venous side, permitting a controlled, open blood flow during dialysis. | 08-20-2009 |
20090326470 | Anchor Device and Method - Some embodiments of an anchor device may include bendable anchor mechanism that is deployable in a subcutaneous layer to releasably secure the anchor device to a patient's body. Certain embodiments of the anchor mechanism may include one or more barbs that flexibly bend in response to an insertion or removal force. As such, the anchor mechanism may be inserted into a subcutaneous layer, and removed from the subcutaneous layer, without the need for a separate actuation device to extend or retract the barbs. | 12-31-2009 |
20110172607 | Temporary Retention Device - A retention device for anchoring indwelling catheters, sheath introducers, feeding tubes, ostomy bags or other medical devices beneath the skin of a patient includes an deployable section coupled to a medical device; following introduction into a patient, the deployable section is subcutaneously deployed, securely anchoring the device and coupled medical device for the duration of treatment. | 07-14-2011 |
20110245848 | NON-INVASIVE SURGICAL LIGATION CLIP SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING - A surgical ligation clip capable of remote deployment through a cannula to engage an anatomical structure. | 10-06-2011 |
20120043011 | Method of manufacturing an MRI compatible conductive lead body - A method of manufacturing an implantable electrical lead body MRI used in such applications as cardiac pacing, electrical nerve stimulation and intracardiac defibrillation applications that is biocompatible upon implantation in an animal and compatible with a magnetic resonance imaging scanner for the purpose of diagnostic quality imaging is disclosed. The method involves a relatively rigid first substrate layer, a conductive coil layer being precisely placed over the first substrate layer, a relatively soft second substrate layer over the conductive coil layer and a relatively rigid third substrate layer over the second substrate layer. | 02-23-2012 |
20120188042 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE ELECTRICAL LEAD BODY - An electrical lead body for an implantable electronic medical device has multiple layers of insulating material encapsulating a conductor that is wound in a spiral manner along the length of the lead. The layered structure provides resistance to fracture from mechanical stresses. A manufacturing process for producing this electrical lead is described. | 07-26-2012 |
20140005691 | NON-INVASIVE SURGICAL LIGATION CLIP SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING | 01-02-2014 |
20140128794 | DIALYSIS VALVE AND METHOD - A dialysis valve includes a tube attached between an artery and a vein which, when elongated, simultaneously narrows in diameter at at least one location. The narrowed portion of the tube decreases the volume and velocity between the arterial and venous side of the patient to prevent damage or intimal hyperplasia on the venous side between dialysis treatments. When the valve is opened for dialysis, an unrestricted blood flow exists between the arterial and venous side, permitting a controlled, open blood flow during dialysis. | 05-08-2014 |
20140207147 | Temporary Retention Device - A retention device for anchoring indwelling catheters, sheath introducers, feeding tubes, ostomy bags or other medical devices beneath the skin of a patient includes an deployable section coupled to a medical device; following introduction into a patient, the deployable section is subcutaneously deployed, securely anchoring the device and coupled medical device for the duration of treatment. | 07-24-2014 |
20140276438 | Anchor Device and Method - Some embodiments of an anchor device may include bendable anchor mechanism that is deployable in a subcutaneous layer to releasably secure the anchor device to a patient's body. Certain embodiments of the anchor mechanism may include one or more barbs that flexibly bend in response to an insertion or removal force. As such, the anchor mechanism may be inserted into a subcutaneous layer, and removed from the subcutaneous layer, without the need for a separate actuation device to extend or retract the barbs. | 09-18-2014 |
Timothy J. Claude, Plymouth, MN US
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20100331757 | DIALYSIS VALVE AND METHOD - A dialysis valve includes a tube attached between an artery and a vein which, when elongated, simultaneously narrows in diameter at at least one location. The narrowed portion of the tube decreases the volume and velocity between the arterial and venous side of the patient to prevent damage or intimal hyperplasia on the venous side between dialysis treatments. When the valve is opened for dialysis, an unrestricted blood flow exists between the arterial and venous side, permitting a controlled, open blood flow during dialysis. | 12-30-2010 |
20110288495 | DIALYSIS VALVE AND METHOD - A dialysis valve includes a tube attached between an artery and a vein which, when elongated, simultaneously narrows in diameter at least one location. The narrowed portion of the tube decreases the volume and velocity between the arterial and venous side of the patient to prevent damage or intimal hyperplasia on the venous side between dialysis treatments. When the valve is opened for dialysis, an unrestricted blood flow exists between the arterial and venous side, permitting a controlled, open blood flow during dialysis. | 11-24-2011 |
Timothy L. Claude, Coon Rapids, MN US
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20110301543 | Anchor Device and Method - Some embodiments of an anchor device may include bendable anchor mechanism that is deployable in a subcutaneous layer to releasably secure the anchor device to a patient's body. Certain embodiments of the anchor mechanism may include one or more barbs that flexibly bend in response to an insertion or removal force. As such, the anchor mechanism may be inserted into a subcutaneous layer, and removed from the subcutaneous layer, without the need for a separate actuation device to extend or retract the barbs. | 12-08-2011 |
Vincent Claude, Apopka, FL US
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20090043855 | SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION TO ORIGINATOR OF MISDIRECTED EMAIL - The invention provides a computer-implemented method for responding to an email message sent by a sender to an intended recipient. The method includes the steps of extracting the recipient email address from the initial email message and determining whether there exists a valid email account corresponding to the extracted recipient email address. When it is determined that no valid email account exists corresponding to the recipient email address, a response email message is generated and directed to the sender email address. The response email message not only indicates that the initial email message was undeliverable, but it includes supplemental information that may be of use to the sender. For example, the supplemental information may include advertisement information or search links that may or may not be contextually relevant to the content of the initial email. | 02-12-2009 |