Assignee: DePuy Mitek, Inc.

Location: Raynham, MA
No. of patents: 42

Number	Title	Issue Date
8167906	Suture anchor with pulley Methods and devices are provided for anchoring suture to bone. In one exemplary embodiment, a cannulated suture anchor is provided and it includes a suture-engaging member formed therein and configured to receive a suture therearound such that trailing ends of the s...	05/01/2012
8153117	Chondrocyte therapeutic delivery system Methods and compositions for producing therapeutic agents using chondrocytes are provided. The genetically engineered chondrocytes can be used to express the therapeutic agent in a subject, including in an environment typically associated with chondrocytes and in an...	04/10/2012
8137702	Conformable tissue repair implant capable of injection delivery A conformable tissue implant is provided for use in repairing or augmenting a tissue defect or injury site. The tissue implant contains a tissue carrier matrix comprising a plurality of biocompatible, bioresorbable granules and at least one tissue fragment in associ...	03/20/2012
8137686	Nonwoven tissue scaffold A biocompatible meniscal repair device is disclosed. The tissue repair device includes a scaffold adapted to be placed in contact with a defect in a meniscus, the scaffold comprising a high-density, dry laid nonwoven polymeric material and a biocompatible foam. The ...	03/20/2012
8137360	Method and apparatus for fixing a graft in a bone tunnel A method and apparatus for fixing a ligament in a bone tunnel by cross-pinning the ligament in the bone tunnel. ...	03/20/2012
8133257	Bioabsorbable suture anchor system for use in small joints A bioabsorbable suture anchor for anchoring soft tissue to a bone is provided. The suture anchor is configured to toggle and anchor itself inside a bone cavity of a small joint. The anchor comprises an elongate body defined by a longitudinal axis, a first, leading e...	03/13/2012
8128634	Method and apparatus for fixing a graft in a bone tunnel A method and apparatus for fixing a ligament in a bone tunnel by cross-pinning the ligament in the bone tunnel. ...	03/06/2012
8114128	Cannulated suture anchor Methods and devices are provided for anchoring suture to bone. In one exemplary embodiment, a cannulated suture anchor is provided and it includes a suture-engaging member formed therein and configured to receive a suture therearound such that trailing ends of the s...	02/14/2012
8110210	Nonwoven tissue scaffold A biocompatible meniscal repair device is disclosed. The tissue repair device includes a scaffold adapted to be placed in contact with a defect in a meniscus, the scaffold comprising a high-density, dry laid nonwoven polymeric material and a biocompatible foam. The ...	02/07/2012
8109967	High strength suture with absorbable core and suture anchor combination A novel high tensile strength semi-absorbable composite suture with minimized non-absorbable mass. The suture has a core made from a bioabsorbable polymer. The core is covered by a braided sheath. The braided sheath is made from an absorbable yarn and a bioabsorbabl...	02/07/2012
8105621	Nonwoven tissue scaffold A biocompatible meniscal repair device is disclosed. The tissue repair device includes a scaffold adapted to be placed in contact with a defect in a meniscus, the scaffold comprising a high-density, dry laid nonwoven polymeric material and a biocompatible foam. The ...	01/31/2012
8100969	Methods for anchoring autologous or artificial tendon grafts using first and second bone anchors Various methods of ligament reconstruction are provided that can include extending a filament from at least one end of a graft having at least two ends, threading the graft through a first aperture in a first bone anchor, using the filament to affix the at least two...	01/24/2012
8088128	Implantable cross-pin for anterior cruciate ligament repair A novel cross-pin for use in ACL reconstructive surgical procedures. The cross-pin has an elongated body having a distal tapered end. A guide wire opening in the distal end is in communication with a tunnel contained in the distal end. There is a trough extending in...	01/03/2012
8083769	Wired sutures Methods and devices are provided for anchoring suture to bone. In one exemplary embodiment, a cannulated suture anchor is provided and it includes a suture-engaging member formed therein and configured to receive a suture therearound such that trailing ends of the s...	12/27/2011
8080058	Method and apparatus for fixing a graft in a bone tunnel A method for fixing a bone block in a bone tunnel comprising the steps of placing the bone block in the bone tunnel, advancing spaced-apart first and second metal wires through the bone, transversely of the bone tunnel, so as to intersect the bone block and extend t...	12/20/2011
8080013	Method and apparatus for fixing a graft in a bone tunnel A method and apparatus for fixing a ligament in a bone tunnel by cross-pinning the ligament in the bone tunnel. ...	12/20/2011
8075574	Surgical knot pusher and method of use A surgical knot pusher device allows a prepared knot to be pushed down a length of suture without deforming or collapsing the knot. The surgical knot pusher device includes a handle portion and an elongate body extending from the handle portion. The elongate body ha...	12/13/2011
8070750	Tunnel notcher and guidewire delivery device A tunnel notcher and guidewire delivery device is provided for creating a notch and positioning a guidewire within a bone tunnel. In general, the device includes an elongate member having proximal and distal ends with an inner lumen extending therebetween that is ad...	12/06/2011
8062295	Methods and apparatus for preventing migration of sutures through transosseous tunnels An improved method for attaching soft tissue to bone by passing a suture through an opening in the bone, e.g., a transosseous tunnel, and affixing the soft tissue with the suture. The improvement, for preventing the suture from migrating through the bone at the end ...	11/22/2011
8048158	Graft ligament anchor and method for attaching a graft ligament to a bone A graft ligament anchor comprises a graft ligament engagement member disposed in an opening in a bone, the graft ligament engagement member being arranged to receive a graft ligament alongside the engagement member, and a locking member for disposition in the openin...	11/01/2011
8043308	Bone suture Devices and methods useful for suturing soft tissue to bone are disclosed. In one embodiment, a bone-suturing device is provided and can include a delivery needle, a delivery needle driving element, a capture needle, and a capture needle driving element. The deliver...	10/25/2011
8034003	Tissue extraction and collection device Methods and device for extracting and collecting tissue, which can be used for example in tissue engineering and grafting applications, are disclosed. In one embodiment, a device can include an outer tube. A rotatable shaft can be disposed within the outer tube can ...	10/11/2011
8016867	Graft fixation device and method A graft fixation device. The device is useful for affixing a tissue graft to a bone or other body surface. The graft fixation device comprises two implantation members connected by a connecting member. The implantation members have longitudinal passageways therethro...	09/13/2011
8016865	Method of performing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using biodegradable interference screw A method of replacing an ACL with a graft. The method provides for the drilling bone tunnels in a femur and a tibia. A replacement graft is provided having first and second ends. A biodegradable composite screw is provided. The screw is made from a biodegradable pol...	09/13/2011
7998171	Apparatus and method for anchoring sutures A suture anchor having a conical surface and a bore in which an end of an insertion tool is inserted. The insertion end of the insertion tool is made of material having elastic properties. The bore and base of the suture anchor are angled with respect to the central...	08/16/2011
7998086	Tissue extraction and maceration device Devices and methods are provided for extracting and macerating tissue, and optionally for depositing the tissue onto a tissue scaffold. The device generally includes an outer tube having a substantially open distal end that is adapted to be placed on and preferably ...	08/16/2011
7914538	Suture anchor inserter An inserter for inserting a suture anchor into bone. The inserter has external markings that uniquely identify the orientations and the relative longitudinal positions of at least two suture passages through a suture anchor releasably engaged with the inserter. The ...	03/29/2011
7896901	Tissue fixation device A tissue fixation device is provided that is preferably used to secure a ligament or graft within a prepared bone tunnel, for example in ACL replacement. The tissue fixation device generally includes an elongate member having a shaft portion that is adapted to be at...	03/01/2011
7846181	Suture locking device A device for locking a suture in place without the need for tying knots once the suture is placed within tissue is provided. The device comprises an anchor having a cannula and a locking mechanism for securing the suture within the cannula. ...	12/07/2010
7875296	Conformable tissue repair implant capable of injection delivery A conformable tissue implant is provided for use in repairing or augmenting a tissue defect or injury site. The tissue implant contains a tissue carrier matrix comprising a plurality of biocompatible, bioresorbable granules and at least one tissue fragment in associ...	01/25/2011
7867187	Vapor assisted fluid cutting device and method Various methods and devices are provided for cutting tissue using a high pressure fluid jet. In one exemplary embodiment, a high pressure fluid jet delivery device is provided having a nozzle adapted to direct fluid to a tissue site. A heating element is disposed on...	01/11/2011
7534419	Methods of diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis A method of detecting osteoporosis in a mammalian is disclosed herein which includes: a) obtaining a sample of a bone related tissue or cells; and b) measuring the concentration of at least a marker which is either bacteria, bacteria produc...	05/19/2009
7494490	Apparatus and method for reconstructing a ligament Apparatus and method is disclosed for securing a graft ligament in a bone tunnel. A method is disclosed comprising the steps of forming a first bone tunnel and a second bone tunnel being transverse to, and intersecting one another; positioning a closed loop of a fle...	02/24/2009
7455683	Methods and devices for repairing triangular fibrocartilage complex tears Methods and devices for repairing the TFCC of a patient's wrist are provided. In general, the device includes first and second anchor bodies that are connected to one another by a suture. The first anchor body is configured to be passed through a portion of the TFCC...	11/25/2008
7399302	Apparatus and method for reconstructing a ligament A system for securing a graft ligament in a bone tunnel, a flexible member for positioning the graft ligament in the bone tunnel, the flexible member having a first closed loop at a first end thereof and a second closed loop at a second end thereof, a delivery devic...	07/15/2008
7390332	Methods and devices for repairing tissue A suture anchor system for repairing torn or damaged tissue is provided and generally includes a first suture anchor having at least one length of suture attached thereto, and a second suture anchor having at least one length of suture attached thereto. Each length ...	06/24/2008
7381213	Knotless bioabsorbable suture anchor system and method A knotless suture system for anchoring tissue to bone is provided. The system includes a suture anchor configured to radially expand into bone. The suture anchor has a proximal end and a distal end with a bore formed therein. The system further includes a first loop...	06/03/2008
7368124	Method of preparation of bioabsorbable porous reinforced tissue implants and implants thereof A biocompatible tissue implant is disclosed. The tissue implant may be bioabsorbable, and is made from a biocompatible polymeric foam. The tissue implant also includes a biocompatible reinforcement member. The polymeric foam and the reinforcement member are soluble ...	05/06/2008
7309355	Flexible tibial sheath A radially expandable sheath is provided having a substantially closed distal end with at least two sidewalls extending proximally therefrom and defining a central lumen. Each sidewall can have a substantially concave outer surface adapted to seat a graft member, an...	12/18/2007
7300439	Porous resorbable graft fixation pin A bioimplantable tissue fixation device is provided for use in repairing and replacing torn or damaged connective tissue such as ligaments and tendons. The device includes an elongate body formed of a bioresorbable material including an outer surface, a proximal end...	11/27/2007

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Assignee: DePuy Mitek, Inc.