Scott Oakley Trerotola

Author:

Scott O. Trerotola

ISBN #:

0865775990

Author:

Scott O. Trerotola

ISBN #:

0865778949

US Patent:

6776770, Aug 17, 2004

Filed:

Sep 7, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/657300

Inventors:

Scott O. Trerotola - Indianapolis IN

Assignee:

Advanced Research Technology Institute - Indianapolis IN

International Classification:

A61M 3700

US Classification:

604 609, 604 61, 604 611, 2104161

Abstract:

A device and methods for filtering blood clot particles from blood from patient undergoing treatment for a thrombotic condition with a catheter are described. The device comprises a housing having a first end defining a fluid port, an opposite end defining a suction port, and a valve member disposed between the fluid port and the reservoir. The valve member has a semipermeable membrane portion permeable to blood but impermeable to blood clot particles and a one way valve portion having an open position permitting passage of fluid and particles from the fluid port to the reservoir and a closed position blocking passage of particles between the reservoir and the fluid port.

US Patent:

6824551, Nov 30, 2004

Filed:

Dec 3, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/309323

Inventors:

Scott O. Trerotola - Indianapolis IN

Assignee:

Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore MD

International Classification:

A61B 1722

US Classification:

606159, 606180, 606167

Abstract:

A percutaneous thrombolytic device, also referred to herein as a percutaneous mechanical fragmentation catheter system, that includes a wire cage or basket attached to a rotational drive motor. The fragmentation basket, ensheathed in an outer catheter, is introduced into the clotted graft or vessel via an introducer sheath. When deployed, the basket will automatically conform to the inner dimensions of the vessel lumen. The rotating basket is slowly withdrawn through the clotted graft, mechanically fragmenting the clot. The fragmented, homogenized debris can be flushed into the venous system or aspirated.

US Patent:

7108704, Sep 19, 2006

Filed:

Oct 7, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/960773

Inventors:

Scott O. Trerotola - Indianapolis IN, US

Assignee:

Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore MD

International Classification:

A61B 17/22
A61B 6/00

US Classification:

606159, 606180, 604508

Abstract:

A percutaneous thrombolytic device, also referred to herein as a percutaneous mechanical fragmentation catheter system, that includes a wire cage or basket attached to a rotational drive motor. The fragmentation basket, ensheathed in an outer catheter, is introduced into the clotted graft or vessel via an introducer sheath. When deployed, the basket will automatically conform to the inner dimensions of the vessel lumen. The rotating basket is slowly withdrawn through the clotted graft, mechanically fragmenting the clot. The fragmented, homogenized debris can be flushed into the venous system or aspirated.

US Patent:

20010016751, Aug 23, 2001

Filed:

Apr 8, 1998

Appl. No.:

09/057273

Inventors:

SCOTT O. TREROTOLA - INDIANAPOLIS IN, US

International Classification:

A61D001/02
A61B017/22

US Classification:

606/159000

Abstract:

A percutaneous thrombolytic device, also referred to herein as a percutaneous mechanical fragmentation catheter system, that includes a wire cage or basket attached to a rotational drive motor. The fragmentation basket, ensheathed in an outer catheter, is introduced into the clotted graft or vessel via an introducer sheath. When deployed, the basket will automatically conform to the inner dimensions of the vessel lumen. The rotating basket is slowly withdrawn through the clotted graft, mechanically fragmenting the clot. The fragmented, homogenized debris can be flushed into the venous system or aspirated.

US Patent:

57557756, May 26, 1998

Filed:

Sep 3, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/707224

Inventors:

Scott O. Trerotola - Carmel IN
Wade M. Johnson - Minneapolis MN

Assignee:

Schneider (USA) Inc. - Plymouth MN

International Classification:

A61F 206

US Classification:

623 1

Abstract:

A percutaneous stent-graft is disclosed for restoring blood flow between vessels. The stent-graft has a body implantable device and first and second retaining elements. Also disclosed are methods for deploying a stent-graft.

US Patent:

57661910, Jun 16, 1998

Filed:

Feb 29, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/609070

Inventors:

Scott O. Trerotola - Indianapolis IN

Assignee:

Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore MD

International Classification:

A61B 1722

US Classification:

606159

Abstract:

A percutaneous thrombolytic device, also referred to herein as a percutaneous mechanical fragmentation catheter system, that includes a wire cage or basket attached to a rotational drive motor. The fragmentation basket, ensheathed in an outer catheter, is introduced into the clotted graft or vessel via an introducer sheath. When deployed, the basket will automatically conform to the inner dimensions of the vessel lumen. The rotating basket is slowly withdrawn through the clotted graft, mechanically fragmenting the clot. The fragmented, homogenized debris can be flushed into the venous system or aspirated.

US Patent:

56499116, Jul 22, 1997

Filed:

May 17, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/649185

Inventors:

Scott O. Trerotola - Carmel IN

Assignee:

Indiana University Foundation - Bloomington IN

International Classification:

A61M 532
A61M 5178
A61M 500

US Classification:

604164

Abstract:

A catheter assembly comprising a needle received within a catheter. The needle has a solid tip and a hole in the cylindrical wall of the needle that communicates with the internal passageway of the needle. The needle is received within the lumen of the catheter, the catheter having a hole in its side wall that aligns with the side hole of the needle. Alignment of the side holes is provided by complementary alignment features on the proximal ends of the needle and catheter. The needle may be connected to a flash chamber for observation of fluid from the cavity. Fluid does not flow into the needle without first entering the side hole of the catheter. Observation of fluid in the flash chamber will not occur until the side hole of the catheter contacts the fluid. This side entrance provides positive indication that the distal end of the catheter has entered the cavity.

US Patent:

62139762, Apr 10, 2001

Filed:

Jul 22, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/359466

Inventors:

Scott O. Trerotola - Carmel IN

Assignee:

Advanced Research and Technology Institute, Inc. - Indianapolis IN

International Classification:

A61M 2900

US Classification:

604104

Abstract:

A guide catheter includes a body and a centering mechanism. The body has an elongatable section and a lumen with a stop. The centering mechanism is a plurality of bias elements that forms a self-expanding basket attached to the body so that the elongatable section is within the basket. A straightening catheter engages the stop to stretch the elongatable section and to flatten the basket against the body. The guide catheter can be inserted into a vessel and the centering mechanism can be positioned at a desired treatment site by means of an over-the-wire guidewire system. The straightening catheter can be removed to allow the self-expanding basket to center the guide catheter in the vessel. A dosing device can then be inserted into the guide catheter and located at the centered basket to deliver the brachytherapy to prevent restenosis.