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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8182503 | Prostate massage apparatus An apparatus for massaging a prostate includes a body having a substantially ellipsoid shape and sized to fit in a rectum through a sphincter, wherein the body comprises a head portion and a neck portion, wherein the head portion is configured to contact the prostat... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8080031 | Minimally invasive rectal balloon apparatus A rectal balloon apparatus has a shaft with a fluid passageway extending therethrough. A balloon is affixed over an end of the shaft such that the fluid passageway communicates with an interior of the balloon. The balloon has a laterally flat surface thereon when in... | 12/20/2011 |
| 7963977 | Devices and related methods for targeted pressure and temperature therapies for pelvic region disorders and syndromes Disclosed herein are devices and related methods for using those devices in the relieving and/or treating of pain, discomfort, and/or inflammation in the pelvic region using targeted pressure and temperature delivery. The devices and methods for using those devices ... | 06/21/2011 |
| 7766931 | Apparatus and method of supporting patient tissue A perianal support device is provided that is configured to inhibit the formation and/or progression of tissue damage in the perianal region of the body. A method is provided to apply the perianal support device to patients during childbirth to inhibit the formation... | 08/03/2010 |
| 7695489 | Devices and related methods for targeted pressure and temperature therapies for pelvic region disorders and syndromes Disclosed herein are devices and related methods for using those devices in the relieving and/or treating of pain, discomfort, and/or inflammation in the pelvic region using targeted pressure and temperature delivery. The devices and methods for using those devices ... | 04/13/2010 |
| 7442200 | Method of forming medical devices: intravascular occlusion devices 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. ... | 10/28/2008 |
| 7404820 | 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. ... | 07/29/2008 |
| 7361170 | Device, system, kit or method for collecting effluent from an individual The present invention relates to a device, method, system and kit for receiving effluent from an individual. In an alternative embodiment, the present invention is directed to a device, method, system and kit for collecting effluent from an individual during a medic... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7328702 | Tracheostomy device A tracheostomy device has a short tube terminating adjacent the internal end of an opening into the trachea. A flange secures the external end of the tube and a retainer secures the internal end of the tube against the surface of the trachea. The device also include... | 02/12/2008 |
| 7258661 | Stoma plug An ostomy plug is described comprising first and second chambers having adjacent ends coupled to, and in fluid communication with, each other. The first chamber may be for insertion into a stoma. The second chamber may contain fluid for inflating the first chamber w... | 08/21/2007 |
| 7211059 | Hemorrhoid treatment device A hemorrhoid massage device has a unitary body with a first end and a second end. The first end has a size suitable for fitting into a human rectum. The body has a middle section and a concave section. Each of the middle section and the concave section has a length ... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7118528 | Hemorrhoids treatment method and associated instrument assembly including anoscope and cofunctioning tissue occlusion device A surgical instrument assembly for the treatment of hemorrhoids includes an anoscope and a hemorrhoid occlusion device. The anoscope includes a hollow body closed at a distal end and at least partially open at a proximal end to define a longitudinal channel. The hol... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7105007 | Cervical medical device, system and method A device and method for dilating a cervical canal. The device includes an elongated member with an expandable anchoring component attached to its distal tip. An expandable dilating member is attached to the elongated member proximally of the anchoring component for ... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7083569 | Ostomy cartridge An ostomy cartridge for use in host device in a mammal includes a body formed at elastomeric partially of polymeric material and a stem. The stem is secured to the body and is operable to permit insertion of the body into the host device and removal of the body from... | 08/01/2006 |
| 7022103 | Apparatus and method of identifying rectovaginal fistulas An apparatus for locating rectovaginal fistulas, including a cannula of a predetermined length, open-ended on its first end having an inflatable balloon portion on its closed second end; the first end of the cannula further comprising a cone portion along its length... | 04/04/2006 |
| 7014603 | Exerciser for the muscles of pelvic floor An exercise device for strengthening the muscles of the pelvis, particularly the collective group of muscles involved in human sexual response, which are also important for controlling the evacuation of the intestines and the bladder. This exercise device focuses on... | 03/21/2006 |
| 6915165 | Intestine dysfunction treatment apparatus An intestine dysfunction treatment apparatus comprises an electric stimulation device (56) implanted in a patient, who suffers from intestine dysfunction. The stimulation device comprises electric conductors adapted to directly engage with a muscle that direc... | 07/05/2005 |
| 6913573 | Positive-pressure rectal incontinence pad An ergonomically contoured, snail shaped rectal pad comprising a highly compressible pressure-producing node (2) contiguous to a thin blade-like structure called a tail (4) enveloped in an absorbent sheath. Surrounding these structures are two flap-lik... | 07/05/2005 |
| 6802850 | Prostate massage apparatus An apparatus for massaging a prostate gland by a contraction of a sphincter including a head and a resistor section. The head has a size suitable for fitting into a human rectum and through the sphincter. The head has a bulbous upper portion and a tapered section ex... | 10/12/2004 |
| 6716229 | Hemorrhoid relief and anal hygiene device A hemorrhoid relief and anal hygiene device includes a pressure member for placement between opposing buttock surfaces in the natal cleft adjacent to the anus of the user. The pressure member has opposite side faces for each positioning against one of the opposing b... | 04/06/2004 |
| 6623503 | Dilators A first dilator (10) and second dilator (20) each comprise an elongate hollow member (11; 21) with a "closed" end (12; 22) and an "open" end (13; 23). The outer surface of the "closed" end (12; 22) is of uniform arcuate section and of generally hemispheri... | 09/23/2003 |
| 6589193 | Hemorrhoid treatment and prostate massage apparatus An apparatus for massaging a prostate gland and for providing treatment for hemorrhoids through the contraction of a human sphincter including a head having a size suitable for fitting into a human rectum and through the sphincter and a resistor connected... | 07/08/2003 |
| 6517562 | Device for relief of anal pain A device for relief of anal pain includes a rod having first and second opposite end segments. The first end segment is shaped for grasping in the hand. There is a substantially annular flange structure between the first and second end segments, the flang... | 02/11/2003 |
| 6454785 | Percutaneous intragastric balloon catheter for the treatment of obesity The present invention relates to a percutaneous intragastric balloon catheter for the treatment of obesity. The invention occupies a portion of the gastric cavity causing a feeling of satiety and decreasing the consumption of food by an obese patient. Thi... | 09/24/2002 |
| 6394939 | Exercise for the muscles of the pelvic floor An exercise device for strengthening the muscles of the pelvis, particularly the collective group of muscles involved in human sexual response, which are also important for controlling the evacuation of the intestines and the bladder. This exercise device... | 05/28/2002 |
| 6364852 | Device for reduction of the anal cushions in the treatment of minor hemorrhoidal disease This invention involves a new device and method for treating hemorrhoids. The device has a substantially cylindrical shape and, at least at one portion, has a diameter of between about 5 mm and about 30 mm. The device is inserted into an anal canal so tha... | 04/02/2002 |
| 6149581 | Device and method for access to the colon and small bowel of a patient Provided are devices and methods to provide access to the colon and small bowel of a patient. The devices comprise a tubular member that is releasably attachable to a colonoscope for insertion into the colon. The devices are useful for treating and monito... | 11/21/2000 |
| 6096057 | Fecal incontinence device and method Provided is a device to control fecal incontinence and methods for its use. The device comprises a longitudinal tubular member having attached thereto bilaterally-extending wings for securing the device while in use. The device also comprises an expandabl... | 08/01/2000 |
| 5976170 | Bowel blockage removal instrument and method An instrument for removing bowel blockage comprising a handle, and a probe element extending from the handle, the probe element being elongate, having a round or oval transverse cross-section, and having a rounded distal end, the handle being substantiall... | 11/02/1999 |
| 5924423 | Device for reducing symptoms of prolapsed hemorrhoids The device for reducing the symptoms of prolapsed hemorrhoids has a continuous contour and a bulbous portion between leading and trailing ends of the device. The bulbous portion has a leading inclined surface and a trailing inclined surface which meet at ... | 07/20/1999 |
| 5817124 | Anal dilator with self-expanding element An anal dilator for treating anal disorders, such as fissure-in-ano, having a self-expanding means for slowly dilating the anal muscles to cause a relaxation of anal muscles thereby promoting healing. The anal dilator comprises three sections: a first end... | 10/06/1998 |
| 5797950 | Apparatus for releasing congested prostate fluid An apparatus for releasing congested prostate fluid including a head having a size suitable for fitting in a human rectum and through a sphincter and having a surface suitable for rubbing a prostate gland, and a rod connected to a bottom of the head and e... | 08/25/1998 |
| 5787892 | Anal orgasm monitor A device for determining the contractions of an anal sphincter and associated muscles comprising a core formed in a generally cylindrical configuration from a relatively rigid plastic material having a distal end and a proximal end, the core having a cent... | 08/04/1998 |
| 5685876 | Device for radiation therapy of rectal cancer A device for pushing a scar in the perineal region of a patient so that the scar can be optimally positioned during radiation treatment of the rectal area of the patient. A base is positioned beneath a patient's legs as the patient lies on a radiation the... | 11/11/1997 |
| 5681265 | Cylindrical anal retractor A cylindrical anal retractor for examining the inside of an anus of a living body including an inserting valve portion inside of which a substantially circular-shaped opening is formed, a handle which serves to dilate the opening by gripping it, and an au... | 10/28/1997 |
| 5494481 | Rectal plug and method of introducing same into a slaughtered animal Fecal leakage and contamination from the vent opening of an animal carcass during slaughtering and processing is eliminated by injecting a highly viscous material comprising a mixture of food grade constituents through the vent opening so as to create a s... | 02/27/1996 |
| 5451232 | Probe for MRI imaging and spectroscopy particularly in the cervical region An insertable intracavity probe for use in magnetic resonance imaging of an area of interest in a relatively inaccessible region of the body particularly the cervix is disclosed. The probe has an inflatable balloon structure with an internal pickup coil c... | 09/19/1995 |
| 5392764 | Gynecological speculum A gynecological speculum for insertion through a vaginal orifice into a vaginal cavity for performing medical examinations or surgical procedures. The gynecological speculum comprises a tubular section having an open insertion end and an open user end and... | 02/28/1995 |
| 5365928 | Endorectal probe with planar moveable MRI coil An insertable intracavity probe for use in magnetic resonance imaging of an area of interest in a relatively inaccessible region of the body is disclosed. The probe has an internal pickup coil carried at the distal end of a shaft for rectal insertion of t... | 11/22/1994 |
| 5322070 | Barium enema insufflation system An improved enema insufflation system includes a source of barium sulfate suspension connected, by tubing, to a multi-lumen enema tip and a source of carbon dioxide, connected to the enema tip. The carbon dioxide source contains compressed carbon dioxide.... | 06/21/1994 |
