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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8172817 | Liquid collection system and related methods Various embodiments of a fluid collection system having multiple storage chambers are disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, the system may include a first chamber in fluid communication with a suction source and a second chamber in fluid communication with the firs... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8137735 | Elastomeric article with antimicrobial coating A first aspect of the present invention is directed to a surface treatment for elastomeric articles such as medical gloves, comprising a water-based coating formulation and antimicrobial agent(s) embraced therein in an essentially powder-free composition coating. A ... | 03/20/2012 |
| 8110266 | Glove coating and manufacturing process This invention relates to an elastomeric article with improved lubricity and donnablity and reduced stickiness/tackiness. According to the methods of the invention, the internal surface of the elastomeric article is coated with a polyisoprene coating. The coating of... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8079365 | Surgical drape with position assisting fenestration A surgical drape has a fenestration configured to aid in identifying an anatomical point of interest and positioning the fenestration at the surgical site. In one preferred form, the surgical drape has a chevron-shaped fenestration for positioning the fenestration r... | 12/20/2011 |
| 8062755 | Surface modification of elastomeric articles The invention disclosed herein relates to improved elastomeric articles and processes for making the elastomeric articles. In particular, the invention relates to the surface modification of elastomeric articles such as industrial, surgical, and examination gloves t... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8025173 | Collapsible canister liner for medical fluid collection A collapsible liner for use in a canister of a medical fluid collection system is disclosed. The liner includes a flexible bag extending longitudinally between a top portion opposite a closed bottom portion, and at least one support element connected to the bag and ... | 09/27/2011 |
| 8002732 | Medical suction and irrigation device Embodiments of the invention provide a suction evacuation system, or smoke evacuation system, for incorporation into hand-held surgical devices. In particular, the system according to embodiments of the invention can be used in hand-held surgical suction-irrigation ... | 08/23/2011 |
| 7997277 | Fenestrated extremity surgical drape A method of forming a fenestrated extremity surgical drape includes providing improved seal integrity to reduce the occurrence of pathogenic contamination at the surgical site via migration through the seal. The seal has a non-linear configuration to eliminate uneve... | 08/16/2011 |
| D640858 | Surgical scrub V-neck shirt | 07/05/2011 |
| D637791 | Surgical scrub pants with mesh | 05/17/2011 |
| 7906070 | Sterilization wraps and methods for sterilizing articles There is provided an improved sterilization wrap and a method for using the improved sterilization wrap to sterilize an article. The wrap is made of at least a first panel of sterilization material and includes an additional panel of material. The first panel is mul... | 03/15/2011 |
| D622037 | Surgical scrub v-neck shirt without panels | 08/24/2010 |
| D621586 | Surgical scrub pants with mesh | 08/17/2010 |
| D618443 | Surgical scrub mock neck shirt | 06/29/2010 |
| D618442 | Surgical scrub v-neck shirt | 06/29/2010 |
| D618441 | Surgical scrub v-neck shirt | 06/29/2010 |
| D618438 | Surgical scrub pants with panels | 06/29/2010 |
| D618437 | Surgical scrub pants with mesh | 06/29/2010 |
| D618436 | Surgical scrub pants with panels and mesh | 06/29/2010 |
| 7736336 | Paracentesis device having multiple detachable components The invention described herein relates to an improved device for paracentesis procedures, such as thoracentesis. The device comprises a cannula assembly, valve assembly, and catheter assembly, wherein the cannula assembly is removably attached to the valve assembly,... | 06/15/2010 |
| 7718433 | Packaging system for a sterilized article A packaging system in accordance with the principles of the present invention includes a sterilization pouch. The pouch includes a posterior portion attached to an anterior portion along three edges. The two portions define the pouch. The top part of the pouch is in... | 05/18/2010 |
| D612582 | Surgical scrub mock neck shirt without panels | 03/30/2010 |
| D612580 | Surgical scrub pants with panels and mesh | 03/30/2010 |
| D612130 | Surgical scrub v-neck shirt with panels | 03/23/2010 |
| D612128 | Surgical scrub pants with panels | 03/23/2010 |
| D612127 | Surgical scrub pants with mesh | 03/23/2010 |
| D611229 | Surgical scrub mock neck shirt with panels | 03/09/2010 |
| 7614420 | Autofeed mechanism for heated humidifier chamber An autofeed mechanism for controlling the flow and level of a fluid. The mechanism includes a body with an inlet chamber and a float chamber. A seat permits fluid communication between the two chambers. A float and a ball cooperate to permit, or deny, access to the ... | 11/10/2009 |
| 7594512 | Fenestrated extremity surgical drape A fenestrated extremity surgical drape has improved seal integrity to reduce the occurrence of pathogenic contamination at the surgical site via migration through the seal. The seal has a non-linear configuration to eliminate uneven stress concentrations commonly lo... | 09/29/2009 |
| 7578294 | Nasal continuous positive airway pressure device and system An nCPAP device including a generator body defining first and second fluid flow circuits each including a tube and first and second nozzles. The tube defines a passageway forming an axial centerline. The first and second nozzles are associated with the tube and each... | 08/25/2009 |
| 7566502 | Surface modification of elastomeric articles The invention disclosed herein relates to improved elastomeric articles and processes for making the elastomeric articles. In particular, the invention relates to the surface modification of elastomeric articles such as industrial, surgical, and examination gloves t... | 07/28/2009 |
| 7566331 | Reconfigurable surgical apparatus A reconfigurable surgical apparatus that includes a surgical instrument assembly that is formed with a hollow manipulation shaft. A linearly or rotationally movable prime mover is received within the shaft and is activated by an actuator located at a proximal end. A... | 07/28/2009 |
| 7560082 | Sterilization wraps and methods for sterilizing articles There is provided an improved sterilization wrap and a method for using the improved sterilization wrap to sterilize an article. The wrap is made of at least a first panel of sterilization material and includes an additional panel of material. The first panel is mul... | 07/14/2009 |
| D593674 | Handle for surgical suction-irrigation device | 06/02/2009 |
| 7481243 | Method and apparatus for the disposal of waste fluids An innovative method and apparatus for disposing of waste fluids, especially human body fluids such as are generated during surgery, into a hospital's sanitary sewer system is provided. A conduit system is adapted to transport waste fluid from a receptacle to a sani... | 01/27/2009 |
| 7470268 | Hand-actuated articulating surgical tool A double cylinder system is disclosed, comprising at least one controller being adapted to transmit hydraulic control signals; at least one slave being in fluid communication with the controller and being configured to respond to the hydraulic control signals transm... | 12/30/2008 |
| 7422388 | Applicator for coloring antiseptic Applicators and a method of coloring antiseptics are provided. More specifically, in one embodiment, an applicator having a flexible hollow body containing antiseptic to be applied is provided. The applicator also has a porous element containing colorant positioned ... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7316233 | Stockinette extremity drape The invention herein provides an integrated drape for use in surgical procedures involving anatomical extremities and having a unitary assembled structure, said drape comprising: a flexible panel sheet portion having first and second opposing sides and having a fene... | 01/08/2008 |
| D553242 | Handle for surgical suction-irrigation device | 10/16/2007 |
| 7267120 | Small volume nebulizer An atomizing nebulizer for dispensing a substance or medicament is described. The nebulizer is formed with a reservoir base releasably secured to an effluent vent cap that together capture a diffuser and integral dispersing baffle that are further formed with an upt... | 09/11/2007 |
