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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8152739 | Adjustable dual-brush cervical cytology collection device A method and cytology device for manually adjusting the depth of endocervical sampling, and simultaneously sampling the endocervical canal and outer cervix using a dual-brush system. The device (38) comprises a primary cone-shaped endocervical sampling brush ... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8128578 | Flask for preparing a cytological suspension based on a fixing solution A system for preparing a cytological suspension based on a fixing solution. The system containing a cytological sample-taking brush and a flask having an opening for receiving the cytological sample-taking brush that is detachably fastened to a handle, and includes ... | 03/06/2012 |
| 7785270 | Catheter testing system and uses thereof The present invention relates generally to devices and systems for detecting infection within catheters. In particular, the present invention provides catheter testing systems configured to sterilely collect a biological sample from the interior of a catheter for pu... | 08/31/2010 |
| 7749173 | Apparatus for simultaneously collecting exocervical and endocervical samples A combination exo-endocervical sampling device includes a pair of opposing wings disposed transverse to a shaft, and a brush that extends from the wings along a central axis of the shaft. In this regard, each of the opposing wings includes a sampling surface having ... | 07/06/2010 |
| 7517323 | Rotary device to gather mucous for testing A mucous gathering device, comprising an elongated rotatable stem having a longitudinal axis, and a rotary headpiece carried at an end of the stem for angular flexing as the stem rotates, the headpiece having a face sized for presentation to the cervix entrance as t... | 04/14/2009 |
| 7413551 | Combination self adjusting endocervical / exocervical sampling device and cell transport / preservation system The device consists of a shaft with a detachable brush head. The brush head is a new design incorporating the utility of an expandable self adjusting area that yields a complete sample of the endocervix and exocervix regardless of varying individual anatomy. The bru... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7384401 | Apparatus and method of use for identifying and monitoring women at risk of developing ovarian surface epithelium derived carcinomas An apparatus and method of use thereof for identifying and monitoring women at risk of developing OSE-derived carcinomas is provided. The apparatus includes an introducer needle configured to be capable of insertion into a female such that a terminal end of the need... | 06/10/2008 |
| 7344506 | Cell collection device This invention relates generally to medical devices, and more particularly, an apparatus and method for collecting cells or tissue samples from the cervix of a patient for medical testing. ... | 03/18/2008 |
| 7328707 | Implant system and method for bulking tissue A system for placing an implant in the body includes an elongated member having at least one inner lumen extending from a proximal end portion of the member to an opening in a distal end portion of the member. At least one compressible implant is in the inner lumen ... | 02/12/2008 |
| 7323144 | Apparatus for separating biological sample and separating method of the same A simplified collecting operation of a biological sample is provided, which enables reduction of the examination cost. The invention comprises a biological sample collecting means 2 for receiving a collected biological sample, a filtering means 21 for ... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7207951 | Apparatus for obtaining biological samples A device for collection of a fluid sample, particularly a biological sample from an internal cavity of a mammal, comprises a barrel having an opening at one end thereof, a plunger operable axially within the barrel, the barrel and the plunger defining a fluid chambe... | 04/24/2007 |
| 7169140 | Methods of using an intravascular balloon catheter in combination with an angioscope A method of performing a medical procedure is disclosed which involves the use of a balloon catheter in combination with an angioscope to monitor an intravascular stent before, during or after deploying the stent. Specifically, the method may include the steps of (1... | 01/30/2007 |
| 7153320 | Hydraulic controlled retractable tip filter retrieval catheter Distal protection filter retrieval devices and methods of retrieving a distal protection filter. A filter retrieval catheter may comprise an inner tube, an outer tube disposed over the inner tube, an annular lumen disposed between the inner tube and the outer tube, ... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7144377 | Personal cervical cell collector A personal cervical cell collector that will allow a female patient to collect cervical cells in the privacy of her home, having a proximal end and a distal end that has a position unit formed therein, a guide assembly having a head formed in a front end thereof and... | 12/05/2006 |
| 7108661 | Method and collection device for Barrett's esophagus cells A method and apparatus for obtaining esophageal cells for diagnostic purposes. A distal end of a support body is inserted in a patient's stomach via the esophagus and mouth. A balloon at the distal support body end is inflated. The support body is withdrawn until th... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7089946 | Cosmetic applicator An applicator is disclosed that is particularly advantageous for cosmetics such as mascara. The applicator includes a twisted core having: a first portion in which are trapped bristles arranged in a radial manner relative to the core, and a second portion fixed in a... | 08/15/2006 |
| 7087028 | Method and apparatus for sampling cervical tissue A cervical sampling system for collecting a cervical sample for using a Pap test. The cervical sampling system includes an insertion tube with an insertion position indicator, and an introduction guide member that guides the insertion tube into a vaginal cavity. The... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7081097 | Endoscope sheath assemblies having an attached biopsy sampling device Apparatus and methods for obtaining biopsy samples using an endoscope assembly are disclosed. In one embodiment, an assembly adapted for use with an endoscopic insertion tube includes a sheath having a body portion adapted to at least partially encapsulate a distal ... | 07/25/2006 |
| 7070574 | Irrigation system and tip with debrider An improved irrigation system for removing arthritis causing fragments from a joint in the body includes a handpiece and a tip that is connectible to the handpiece. The tip includes a shaft that forms an irrigation lumen, and a debrider disposed along at least a par... | 07/04/2006 |
| 7056293 | Apparatus and method of use for identifying and monitoring women at risk of developing ovarian surface epithelium derived carcinomas An apparatus and method of use thereof for identifying and monitoring women at risk of developing OSE-derived carcinomas is provided. The apparatus includes an introducer needle configured to be capable of insertion into a female such that a terminal end of the need... | 06/06/2006 |
| 7004913 | Retractable brush for use with endoscope for brush biopsy A retractable brush structure is attached to a cylindrical rigid rod which in the closed position passes through a channel in an endoscope. After the brush passes through the endoscope, the brush moves against the tissue in order to remove cells from an area under e... | 02/28/2006 |
| 6962594 | Reinforcement implants for tissue sutures The invention concerns a reinforcing implant for tissue sutures used for mechanically reinforcing stitched tissue zones, and consisting of a textile lap based on polyuronic acid or one of its salts ... | 11/08/2005 |
| 6962160 | Mascara brush A mascara brush serves to apply a mascara mass onto the eyelashes. It comprises a plurality of bristles that are secured between two twisted wire segments and extend out from the wire segments. The free ends of the bristles are tapered wedge-shaped in cross section.... | 11/08/2005 |
| 6947788 | Navigable catheter A catheter, including: a housing having a transverse inner dimension of at most about two millimeters; and a coil arrangement including five coils and five solid cores. Each of the coils is wound around one of the solid cores. The coils are non-coaxial. The coil arr... | 09/20/2005 |
| 6926677 | Cellular collection apparatus and method A personal cellular collection apparatus and method for collecting a non-intrusive cell or tissue sample for medical testing such as cervical cancer screening is provided. The apparatus includes a cervical guide ring, an insertion handle, a means for movably attachi... | 08/09/2005 |
| 6920662 | Cleaning brush for medical devices A brush for in situ cleaning of one or more passageways defined by a medical device. The brush includes a NiTiNOL shaft attached to a fill section by way of a proximal connector sleeve that is resistance welded to the fill section and the shaft. The fill section is ... | 07/26/2005 |
| 6911031 | Single-hand operable microdermabrasion device A microdermabrasion device is disclosed for removing cells from a patient's skin. The device includes a partial vacuum channel for drawing skin into intimate contact with an abrasive surface and drawing away removed skin cells. ... | 06/28/2005 |
| 6846292 | Pleural biopsy and brushing needle A biopsy needle and method of using the same. The biopsy needle includes a pair of articulating members that can be moved between a retracted position where the articulating members are contained within the biopsy needle and an extended position where the articulati... | 01/25/2005 |
| 6840911 | DNA collection device and storage method An apparatus and method is provided for collecting a DNA sample from the skin and/or from the oral cavity of a subject, the apparatus comprising a handle mounted absorbent layer supported by a resilient layer and bar codes for association of the sample with identifi... | 01/11/2005 |
| 6740049 | Self-sampling brush and method for use A device is provided for self-sampling a body cavity, in particular the cervix, and a method is provided to use the device to obtain samples from the cervix for testing for the presence of human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA. The device includes elongated flexible bristl... | 05/25/2004 |
| 6676609 | Retractable brush for use with endoscope for brush biopsy A retractable brush structure is attached to a cylindrical rigid rod which in the closed position passes through a channel in an endoscope. After the brush passes through the endoscope, the brush moves against the tissue in order to remove cells from an a... | 01/13/2004 |
| 6623440 | Topical anesthetic applicator and method of use The present invention relates to a novel applicator for topical anesthetics and a method using said novel applicator which provides for pain-free injections in mucosa by the application of a topical anesthetic followed by an injection limited to penetrate... | 09/23/2003 |
| 6612996 | Cervical sampler for pap smears A cervical sampler for insertion into the cervical canal of a patient comprises an elongated shaft having a proximal end and a distal end, a brush disposed on the distal end, and a cannula slidably positioned on the shaft. The cannula is moveable between ... | 09/02/2003 |
| 6494845 | Retractable brush for use with endoscope for brush biopsy A retractable brush structure is attached to a cylindrical rigid rod which in the closed position passes through a channel in an endoscope. After the closed brush passes through the endoscope, the brush is opened and moves transversely to the tissue in or... | 12/17/2002 |
| 6491692 | Cartilage brush and method A cartilage fragment removal device and method permits the removal of articular cartilage fragments, without undue risk of harm to the healthy cartilage surface. The device consists of a brush attachment located at the end of a shaft, which shaft is in tu... | 12/10/2002 |
| 6475164 | Physician's collector Cervical cells can be sampled in such a way as to retain the spatial relationships that existed between the cells prior to sampling. The cells can be collected by using a cervical cell collector that samples a cervix in a spatially resolved manner. The ce... | 11/05/2002 |
| 6394966 | Apparatus and method for removing cells from an endocervical brush in a liquid-based pap test system A device for collecting cervicovaginal cells, including a first end portion for contacting an ectocervical region and obtaining a sampling of cells therefrom, a second end portion opposite the first end portion, and an elongated middle portion connecting ... | 05/28/2002 |
| 6387058 | Self-sampling brush and method for use A device is provided for self-sampling a body cavity, in particular the cervix, and a method is provided to use the device to obtain samples from the cervix for testing for the presence of human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA. The device includes elongated flex... | 05/14/2002 |
| 6352513 | Personal cervical cell collector A cervical cell collection device can easily and comfortably be used by a woman in the privacy and comfort of her own home. Once the woman obtains the cervical cell sample, she can be forward it to a physician's office or other lab location for analysis. ... | 03/05/2002 |
| 6346087 | Flask for preparing a cytological suspension This flask for preparing a fixative-based cytological suspension, which flask is provided with an opening (5) which is intended for receiving a brush (3) for cytological sampling, which brush is detachably fastened to a manipulation handle (4), is such th... | 02/12/2002 |
