Robert R Steckel

Author:

Robert C. Steckel

ISBN #:

0668036494

US Patent:

6860890, Mar 1, 2005

Filed:

Mar 2, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/797964

Inventors:

Alan B. Bachman - New Haven CT, US
William J. Allen - Stratford CT, US
Frederick T. Karl - Bethel CT, US
Robert R. Steckel - Norwalk CT, US

Assignee:

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation - Irvine CA

International Classification:

A61B017/04

US Classification:

606148

Abstract:

A surgical knot pushing device is described which has a knot pushing interface mounted on the distal portion of an elongated body and an actuation handle located on the proximal portion of the elongated body. The knot pushing interface has a suture receiving recess formed thereon, and a knot positioning member which traverses the suture receiving interface. At least one extendable knot retaining member is further positioned on the pushing interface, the at least one extendable retaining member capable of engaging suture material. The knot pushing interface also comprises at least one suture cutting member which is in communication with the actuation handle. The present invention is particularly well suited for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures. The present invention also teaches a method of forming a knot in suture material, retaining a knot with a knot pushing device, advancing and applying a knot to an area of interest, and cutting excess suture material.

US Patent:

7112207, Sep 26, 2006

Filed:

Apr 24, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/423046

Inventors:

William J. Allen - Stratford CT, US
Alan B. Bachman - New Haven CT, US
Scott Reed - Monroe CT, US
Leland R. Adams - Ansonia CT, US
Robert R. Steckel - Norwalk CT, US

Assignee:

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation - Irvine CA

International Classification:

A61B 17/10
A61B 19/00
A61B 17/08

US Classification:

606139, 128898, 606144

Abstract:

The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method for the stabilization and fastening of two pieces of tissue. A single device may be used to both stabilize and fasten the two pieces of tissue, or a separate stabilizing device may be used in conjunction with a fastening device. The stabilizing device may comprise a probe with vacuum ports and/or mechanical clamps disposed at the distal end to approximate the two pieces of tissue. After the pieces of tissue are stabilized, they are fastened together using sutures or clips. One exemplary embodiment of a suture-based fastener comprises a toggle and suture arrangement deployed by a needle, wherein the needle enters the front side of the tissue and exits the blind side. In a second exemplary embodiment, the suture-based fastener comprises a needle connected to a suture. The needle enters the blind side of the tissue and exits the front side.

US Patent:

7744609, Jun 29, 2010

Filed:

Nov 15, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/273900

Inventors:

William J. Allen - Stratford CT, US
Alan B. Bachman - New Haven CT, US
Scott Reed - Monroe CT, US
Leland R. Adams - Ansonia CT, US
Robert R. Steckel - Norwalk CT, US

Assignee:

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation - Irvine CA

International Classification:

A61B 17/10
A61B 17/08

US Classification:

606139, 606144

Abstract:

The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method for the stabilization and fastening of two pieces of tissue. A single device may be used to both stabilize and fasten the two pieces of tissue, or a separate stabilizing device may be used in conjunction with a fastening device. The stabilizing device may comprise a probe with vacuum ports and/or mechanical clamps disposed at the distal end to approximate the two pieces of tissue. After the pieces of tissue are stabilized, they are fastened together using sutures or clips. One exemplary embodiment of a suture-based fastener comprises a toggle and suture arrangement deployed by a needle, wherein the needle enters the front side of the tissue and exits the blind side. In a second exemplary embodiment, the suture-based fastener comprises a needle connected to a suture. The needle enters the blind side of the tissue and exits the front side.

US Patent:

7758595, Jul 20, 2010

Filed:

Nov 15, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/274877

Inventors:

William J. Allen - Stratford CT, US
Alan B. Bachman - New Haven CT, US
Scott Reed - Monroe CT, US
Leland R. Adams - Ansonia CT, US
Robert R. Steckel - Norwalk CT, US

Assignee:

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation - Irvine CA

International Classification:

A61B 17/10
A61B 17/04

US Classification:

606139, 606144

Abstract:

The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method for the stabilization and fastening of two pieces of tissue. A single device may be used to both stabilize and fasten the two pieces of tissue, or a separate stabilizing device may be used in conjunction with a fastening device. The stabilizing device may comprise a probe with vacuum ports and/or mechanical clamps disposed at the distal end to approximate the two pieces of tissue. After the pieces of tissue are stabilized, they are fastened together using sutures or clips. One exemplary embodiment of a suture-based fastener comprises a toggle and suture arrangement deployed by a needle, wherein the needle enters the front side of the tissue and exits the blind side. In a second exemplary embodiment, the suture-based fastener comprises a needle connected to a suture. The needle enters the blind side of the tissue and exits the front side.

US Patent:

8361086, Jan 29, 2013

Filed:

May 24, 2010

Appl. No.:

12/785963

Inventors:

William J. Allen - Stratford CT, US
Alan B. Bachman - New Haven CT, US
Scott Reed - Monroe CT, US
Leland R. Adams - Ansonia CT, US
Robert R. Steckel - Norwalk CT, US

Assignee:

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation - Irvine CA

International Classification:

A61B 17/10
A61B 17/04

US Classification:

606139, 606144

Abstract:

The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method for the stabilization and fastening of two pieces of tissue. A single device may be used to both stabilize and fasten the two pieces of tissue, or a separate stabilizing device may be used in conjunction with a fastening device. The stabilizing device may comprise a probe with vacuum ports and/or mechanical clamps disposed at the distal end to approximate the two pieces of tissue. After the pieces of tissue are stabilized, they are fastened together using sutures or clips. One exemplary embodiment of a suture-based fastener comprises a toggle and suture arrangement deployed by a needle, wherein the needle enters the front side of the tissue and exits the blind side. In a second exemplary embodiment, the suture-based fastener comprises a needle connected to a suture. The needle enters the blind side of the tissue and exits the front side.

US Patent:

20020107531, Aug 8, 2002

Filed:

Feb 6, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/778392

Inventors:

Stefan Schreck - Vista CA, US
William Allen - Stratford CT, US
Scott Reed - Monroe CT, US
Alan Bachman - New Haven CT, US
Robert Steckel - Norwalk CT, US
Frederick Karl - Bethel CT, US
Leland Adams - Absonia CT, US
Robert Chapolini - Phoenix MD, US

International Classification:

A61B017/10

US Classification:

606/142000

Abstract:

The present system is directed to a method and system to stabilize and repair tissue. At least two opposing devices may be used to stabilize and repair the tissue, with the two devices cooperatively engaging the tissue interposed therebetween. Stabilization may be accomplished by opposing force, vacuum force, or mechanical devices disposed at the distal portion of one or both devices. After the tissue has been stabilized, fasteners may be deployed into the tissue. Fasteners include sutures, clips, and staples. Also disclosed is a minimally invasive method of accessing tissue located within a body and conducting a repair of the area using the system disclosed herein.

US Patent:

20050234549, Oct 20, 2005

Filed:

Apr 20, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/828841

Inventors:

Stephanie Kladakis - Watertown MA, US
Steven Bowman - Sherborn MA, US
Robert Steckel - Norwalk CT, US

International Classification:

A61F002/30

US Classification:

623014120, 623023760

Abstract:

Methods and apparatus for treating meniscal tissue damage are disclosed, including a biocompatible meniscal repair device comprising a biocompatible tissue repair scaffold and a cell growth conduit flap. The tissue repair scaffold is adapted to be placed in contact with a defect in the meniscus and can preferably provide a structure for supporting meniscal tissue and/or encouraging tissue growth. The cell growth conduit flap, which is attached to the tissue repair scaffold, allows communication between the synovium and the tissue repair scaffold.

US Patent:

20050267493, Dec 1, 2005

Filed:

Jul 20, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/186119

Inventors:

Stefan Schreck - Vista CA, US
William Allen - Stratford CT, US
Scott Reed - Monroe CT, US
Alan Bachman - New Haven CT, US
Robert Steckel - Norwalk CT, US
Frederick Karl - Bethel CT, US
Leland Adams - Ansonia CT, US
Robert Chapolini - Phoenix MD, US

International Classification:

A61B017/10

US Classification:

606139000

Abstract:

The present system is directed to a method and system to stabilize and repair tissue. At least two opposing devices may be used to stabilize and repair the tissue, with the two devices cooperatively engaging the tissue interposed therebetween. Stabilization may be accomplished by opposing force, vacuum force, or mechanical devices disposed at the distal portion of one or both devices. After the tissue has been stabilized, fasteners may be deployed into the tissue. Fasteners include sutures, clips, and staples. Also disclosed is a minimally invasive method of accessing tissue located within a body and conducting a repair of the area using the system disclosed herein.