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Fluid movement pumping device with artificial valve for increased blood and lymph circulation

The proposed work will investigate a general approach to improving peripheral blood circulation in the lower legby augmenting venous blood return.The general approach is based onthe literature and findings of a recent investigation that assessed the effects of vacuum-assisted suspensionsystem (VASS) prostheses on blood circulation in dysvascular transtibialamputees.Some...

Published: 8/4/2022 | Inventor(s): James Schroeder

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Category(s): Clinical Specialty > Physical Medicine/Rehabilitation, Clinical Specialty > Cardiology, Medical Devices > Rehabilitation

Method and Apparatus for Applying Pressure to the Lower Limb to Increase Blood and Lymph Circulation

The disclosed technology is intended to address fluid accumulation in the legs that is symptomatic of lower extremity disorders, such as peripheral vascular disease (PVD) and lymphedema. The device is designed to be worn on the foot and leg and to provide directional pressure to move the fluid in the lower extremity back towards the heart. The directional...

Published: 8/4/2022 | Inventor(s): James Schroeder

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Category(s): Clinical Specialty > Cardiology, Medical Devices > Rehabilitation, Medical Devices > Consumables

Scaffold System to Treat Aneurysms

Scaffold to Treat Aneurysms, Optimized to Direct Tissue Development and Control Blood Flow Background: Abdominal aortic aneurysms, commonly referred to as AAA, consist of a 50% enlargement of the abdominal aorta. While the exact cause of AAA is not well understood, it is believed to be a complex process involving loss of elasticity and strength,...

Published: 3/23/2023 | Inventor(s): C. Mauli Agrawal, Steven Bailey, Jordan Kaufmann

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Category(s): Clinical Specialty > Cardiology, Medical Devices > Implants/Prostheses

Thin-Film Capacitive Sensor with Multiple Applications

This wireless implantable flexible sensor technology addresses the ubiquitous need for blood pressure monitoring and control, and could serve patients with chronic cardiovascular conditions to ensure compliance with treatment and as a warning system for an acute event. There are significant uses beyond biomedical ? the sensor can be configured to measure...

Published: 3/12/2021 | Inventor(s): Steven Bailey, Peter Starr, C. Mauli Agrawal

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Category(s): Medical Devices > Monitoring Equipment, Clinical Specialty > Cardiology