20240050080. OCCLUDER WITH ACCESS PASSAGE AND CLOSURE THEREOF simplified abstract (St. Jude Medical, Cardiology Division, Inc.)

OCCLUDER WITH ACCESS PASSAGE AND CLOSURE THEREOF

Organization Name

St. Jude Medical, Cardiology Division, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Tracee Eidenschink of Wayzata MN (US)

Andrea Stafford of New Brighton MN (US)

Brian Perszyk of Shoreview MN (US)

Theodore P. Dale of Corcoran MN (US)

Luann Raposo of Discovery Bay CA (US)

Alex Bloomquist of Mound MN (US)

Michael P. Meyer of Minnetrista MN (US)

OCCLUDER WITH ACCESS PASSAGE AND CLOSURE THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240050080 titled 'OCCLUDER WITH ACCESS PASSAGE AND CLOSURE THEREOF

Simplified Explanation

The present disclosure is about an occlusive medical device that consists of a frame and at least one closure attached to the frame. The frame has a distal annular flange with an outer and inner surface, a proximal annular flange with an outer and inner surface, and a waist portion connecting the two flanges. The inner surfaces of the flanges and the waist portion create an unobstructed passageway through the frame. The closure is designed to close the passageway, providing an occlusive effect, but also allowing subsequent access through the passageway.

• The patent application describes an occlusive medical device with a frame and closure.
• The frame includes a distal annular flange, a proximal annular flange, and a waist portion.
• The inner surfaces of the flanges and waist portion create a passageway through the frame.
• The closure is configured to close the passageway, providing an occlusive effect.
• The closure also allows subsequent access through the passageway.

Potential Applications:

• This occlusive medical device can be used in various medical procedures where temporary occlusion is required, such as in vascular surgeries or endovascular interventions.
• It can also be used in non-medical applications where temporary occlusion or closure is needed, such as in industrial processes or plumbing systems.

Problems Solved:

• The occlusive medical device solves the problem of providing temporary occlusion or closure in a controlled and reversible manner.
• It allows for easy access through the occluded area without the need for removing the entire device.

Benefits:

• The device provides a reliable and adjustable occlusive effect, allowing medical professionals to control the flow of fluids or substances.
• It enables subsequent access through the occluded area without the need for additional invasive procedures.
• The device is designed to be easily inserted and removed, minimizing patient discomfort and procedure time.

Original Abstract Submitted

the present disclosure is directed to embodiments of an occlusive medical device including a frame and at least one closure coupled to the frame. the frame includes a distal annular flange having a radially outer surface and a radially inner surface, a proximal annular flange having a radially outer surface and a radially inner surface, and a waist portion extending between and connecting the distal annular flange to the proximal annular flange. the radially inner surface of the distal annular flange, the waist member, and the radially inner surface of the proximal annular flange define an unobstructed passageway through the frame. the at least one closure is configured to close the passageway to: (i) provide an occlusive effect, and (ii) enable subsequent access through the passageway.