公开(公告)号：US09242108B2

公开(公告)日：2016-01-26

申请号：US12847743

申请日：2010-07-30

Applicant: Eric John Wengreen ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  David J. Saltzman ,  Randy S. Roles ,  Scott J. Robinson ,  David B. Engmark ,  John Eric Lovins

Inventor： Eric John Wengreen ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  David J. Saltzman ,  Randy S. Roles ,  Scott J. Robinson ,  David B. Engmark ,  John Eric Lovins

IPC: A61N1/375

CPC classification number: A61N1/3754 ,  A61N1/3756

Abstract: Structures and methods relating to electrodes for incorporation into a feedthrough with a profile adapted for subcutaneous sensing of physiologic and cardiac signals. Electrode assemblies are adapted for integration with feedthroughs and provide reliable insulation from the implantable medical device housing. Various structures and manufacturing processes are implemented to provide a large sensing surface with a low profile. The subcutaneous sensing electrode assembly can provide a leadless sensing system and further enhances installation and follow-up procedures.

Abstract translation: 与用于结合到馈通中的电极相关的结构和方法，其具有适于皮下感测生理和心脏信号的轮廓。 电极组件适于与馈通集成并且提供与可植入医疗装置壳体的可靠绝缘。 实现各种结构和制造工艺以提供具有低轮廓的大的感测表面。 皮下感测电极组件可以提供无引线感测系统，并进一步增强安装和后续程序。

公开(公告)号：US08945451B2

公开(公告)日：2015-02-03

申请号：US13473965

申请日：2012-05-17

Applicant: Andrew J. Ries ,  Jeevan M. Prasannakumar ,  Richard P. Nelson

Inventor： Andrew J. Ries ,  Jeevan M. Prasannakumar ,  Richard P. Nelson

IPC: B29C45/14

CPC classification number: B29C45/1671 ,  A61N1/3754 ,  B29C45/14065 ,  B29C45/14639 ,  B29L2031/753

Abstract: Methods for forming an insulative body of an implantable medical device connector module assembly employ an injection molding process, whereby first and second shots of insulative material form core and an overlay portions, respectively. In some methods, a panel portion of an electrical component is mounted between opposing surfaces of a mold such that a finger-like portion of the component extends into a cavity of the mold, with a first side thereof touching another surface of the mold and a second, opposite side exposed within the cavity; following first shot injection, the core portion captures the finger-like portion in relatively rigid relation thereto. When two types of connector bores are formed, a color indicator may be engaged with a feature of the core portion that is located in proximity to a connector bore of the first type, and then the overlay portion is formed over the indicator.

Abstract translation: 用于形成可植入医疗器械连接器模块组件的绝缘体的方法采用注射成型工艺，其中第一和第二隔离材料分别形成芯部和覆盖部分。 在一些方法中，电气部件的面板部分安装在模具的相对表面之间，使得部件的指状部分延伸到模具的空腔中，其第一侧接触模具的另一表面，并且 第二，相对侧暴露在空腔内; 在第一次注射之后，芯部分以相对刚性的关系捕获手指状部分。 当形成两种类型的连接器孔时，颜色指示器可以与位于第一类型的连接器孔附近的芯部分的特征接合，然后覆盖部分形成在指示器之上。

公开(公告)号：US08628348B2

公开(公告)日：2014-01-14

申请号：US13473934

申请日：2012-05-17

Applicant: Andrew J. Ries ,  Jeevan M. Prasannakumar ,  Richard P. Nelson

Inventor： Andrew J. Ries ,  Jeevan M. Prasannakumar ,  Richard P. Nelson

IPC: H01R13/405

CPC classification number: A61N1/05 ,  A61N1/3752 ,  H01Q1/273 ,  H01R4/023 ,  H01R4/34 ,  H01R24/58 ,  H01R43/24 ,  H01R2103/00 ,  H01R2201/12 ,  Y10T29/49174 ,  Y10T29/49204

Abstract: A contact component of an implantable medical device connector module assembly includes a threaded bore in fluid communication with a connector bore thereof, and a flanged bore in fluid communication with the threaded bore. A perimeter surface of the flanged bore creates a shutoff with a pin during injection molding to form an insulative body of the assembly, and a perimeter surface of an insulative bore formed around the pin is preferably flush with that of the flanged bore of the contact component. A centerline axis of the flanged bore is preferably aligned with that of the threaded bore, for example, so that the molded insulative bore has a centerline axis aligned with that of the threaded bore of the contact component.

Abstract translation: 可植入医疗装置连接器模块组件的接触部件包括与其连接器孔流体连通的螺纹孔和与螺纹孔流体连通的凸缘孔。 凸缘孔的周边表面在注射成型期间产生与销的关闭以形成组件的绝缘体，并且围绕销的形成的绝缘孔的周边表面优选地与接触部件的凸缘孔的周边表面齐平 。 凸缘孔的中心轴线优选地与螺纹孔的中心线对准，例如，使得模制的绝缘孔具有与接触部件的螺纹孔的中心线对准的中心线轴线。

公开(公告)号：US20130309889A1

公开(公告)日：2013-11-21

申请号：US13473934

申请日：2012-05-17

Applicant: Andrew J. Ries ,  Jeevan M. Prasannakumar ,  Richard P. Nelson

Inventor： Andrew J. Ries ,  Jeevan M. Prasannakumar ,  Richard P. Nelson

IPC: H01R13/52 ,  H01R43/00

CPC classification number: A61N1/05 ,  A61N1/3752 ,  H01Q1/273 ,  H01R4/023 ,  H01R4/34 ,  H01R24/58 ,  H01R43/24 ,  H01R2103/00 ,  H01R2201/12 ,  Y10T29/49174 ,  Y10T29/49204

Abstract: A contact component of an implantable medical device connector module assembly includes a threaded bore in fluid communication with a connector bore thereof, and a flanged bore in fluid communication with the threaded bore. A perimeter surface of the flanged bore creates a shutoff with a pin during injection molding to form an insulative body of the assembly, and a perimeter surface of an insulative bore formed around the pin is preferably flush with that of the flanged bore of the contact component. A centerline axis of the flanged bore is preferably aligned with that of the threaded bore, for example, so that the molded insulative bore has a centerline axis aligned with that of the threaded bore of the contact component.

Abstract translation: 可植入医疗装置连接器模块组件的接触部件包括与其连接器孔流体连通的螺纹孔和与螺纹孔流体连通的凸缘孔。 凸缘孔的周边表面在注射成型期间产生与销的关闭以形成组件的绝缘体，并且围绕销的形成的绝缘孔的周边表面优选地与接触部件的凸缘孔的周边表面齐平 。 凸缘孔的中心轴线优选地与螺纹孔的中心线对准，例如，使得模制的绝缘孔具有与接触部件的螺纹孔的中心线对准的中心线轴线。

公开(公告)号：US08473056B2

公开(公告)日：2013-06-25

申请号：US12109838

申请日：2008-04-25

Applicant: David B. Engmark ,  Gary M. Grose ,  Todd H. Schaefer ,  Thomas I. Ceballos ,  Andrew J. Ries

Inventor： David B. Engmark ,  Gary M. Grose ,  Todd H. Schaefer ,  Thomas I. Ceballos ,  Andrew J. Ries

IPC: A61N1/08

CPC classification number: H05K1/189 ,  A61N1/375 ,  A61N1/3758 ,  H05K1/118 ,  H05K1/147 ,  H05K2201/053 ,  H05K2201/10083 ,  H05K2201/10363 ,  Y10T29/49126

Abstract: An implantable medical device (IMD) having a hermetic housing formed from a case and a cover each having an exterior surface and an interior surface. An IMD component is mounted to the interior surface of the cover and has an electrical contact. A hybrid circuit is assembled in the case. The IMD component electrical contact is electrically coupled to the to the hybrid circuit assembled in the case.

Abstract translation: 一种具有由壳体和盖子形成的密封壳体的植入式医疗装置（IMD），每个壳体具有外表面和内表面。 IMD组件安装到盖的内表面并且具有电接触。 在这种情况下组装了混合电路。 IMD组件电接触件电耦合到组装在壳体中的混合电路。

公开(公告)号：US08290593B2

公开(公告)日：2012-10-16

申请号：US12610157

申请日：2009-10-30

Applicant: Robert W. Libbey ,  William T. Donofrio ,  John E. Burnes ,  Paul G. Krause ,  Michael K. Berquist ,  Olivier Blandin ,  Michael Hudziak ,  William L. Johnson ,  John E. Nicholson ,  George Patras ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  Jeffrey Swanson ,  Paul Vahle ,  Thomas J. Olson ,  William K. Wenger ,  Michael R. Klardie ,  Samira Tahvildari

Inventor： Robert W. Libbey ,  William T. Donofrio ,  John E. Burnes ,  Paul G. Krause ,  Michael K. Berquist ,  Olivier Blandin ,  Michael Hudziak ,  William L. Johnson ,  John E. Nicholson ,  George Patras ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  Jeffrey Swanson ,  Paul Vahle ,  Thomas J. Olson ,  William K. Wenger ,  Michael R. Klardie ,  Samira Tahvildari

IPC: A61N1/375

CPC classification number: A61N1/3752

Abstract: An implantable medical device (IMD) may include at least two separate lead connection assemblies, each with electrical connectors for connecting implantable leads to the IMD. In some examples, a IMD may include a first therapy module configured to generate a first electrical stimulation therapy and a second therapy module configured to generate a second electrical stimulation therapy for delivery to the patient. The IMD may include a first lead connection assembly including a first electrical connector electrically coupled to the first therapy module and a second lead connection assembly including a second electrical connector electrically coupled to the second therapy module. In some examples, the first and second lead connection assemblies are distributed around the outer perimeter of the IMD housing.

Abstract translation: 可植入医疗装置（IMD）可以包括至少两个单独的引线连接组件，每个具有用于将可植入引线连接到IMD的电连接器。 在一些示例中，IMD可以包括被配置为产生第一电刺激治疗的第一治疗模块和被配置为产生用于递送给患者的第二电刺激治疗的第二治疗模块。 IMD可以包括第一引线连接组件，其包括电耦合到第一治疗模块的第一电连接器和包括电耦合到第二治疗模块的第二电连接器的第二引线连接组件。 在一些示例中，第一和第二引线连接组件围绕IMD外壳的外周分布。

公开(公告)号：US08249710B2

公开(公告)日：2012-08-21

申请号：US10266651

申请日：2002-10-07

Applicant: Angela Rodgers ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  Kurt J. Casby ,  John D. Norton ,  Mark D. Breyen ,  Dan D. Erklouts ,  Brian J. Ross ,  Timothy T. Bomstad ,  Wayne L. Appleseth ,  Michael E. Clarke ,  Jeffrey L. Kehn ,  Scott J. Robinson

Inventor： Angela Rodgers ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  Kurt J. Casby ,  John D. Norton ,  Mark D. Breyen ,  Dan D. Erklouts ,  Brian J. Ross ,  Timothy T. Bomstad ,  Wayne L. Appleseth ,  Michael E. Clarke ,  Jeffrey L. Kehn ,  Scott J. Robinson

IPC: A61N1/375 ,  H05K5/06

CPC classification number: A61N1/05 ,  A61N1/375 ,  H01G9/008 ,  H01G9/08 ,  H01R2201/12

Abstract: At least one storage component, for example a capacitor or a battery, of an implantable medical device includes two perimeter surfaces. Linear extensions of the two perimeter surfaces define a zone. An electrical connector, which is coupled to the storage component and includes at least one connection point for electrically connecting the storage component with at least one other component within the medical device, is contained within the zone defined by the linear extensions of the two perimeter surfaces.

Abstract translation: 可植入医疗装置的至少一个存储部件，例如电容器或电池包括两个周边表面。 两个周边表面的线性延伸部分定义一个区域。 耦合到存储部件并且包括用于将存储部件与医疗装置内的至少一个其它部件电连接的至少一个连接点的电连接器包含在由两个周边表面的线性延伸部限定的区域内 。

公开(公告)号：US08131369B2

公开(公告)日：2012-03-06

申请号：US12397785

申请日：2009-03-04

Applicant: William J. Taylor ,  Lynn M. Seifried ,  William D. Wolf ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  John E. Kast

Inventor： William J. Taylor ,  Lynn M. Seifried ,  William D. Wolf ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  John E. Kast

IPC: A61N1/375

CPC classification number: A61N1/3754

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are provided for an electrical device that employs a feedthrough including a hermetic seal that seals an interior region of the electrical device. The electrical device includes an electrical contact disposed within the interior region of the electrical device, and a wire terminal that includes an encircled portion that is encircled by the feedthrough, and a first end that electrically connects with said electrical contact. When the electrical device is constructed, the first end of the wire terminal is coated with a conductive metal that is more resistant to oxidation than the wire terminal. The first end of the wire terminal is secured to the electrical contact using a mechanical device such as a crimping connector or a spring connector.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种电气装置的方法和装置，其采用包括密封电气装置的内部区域的气密密封件的馈通。 电气装置包括设置在电气装置的内部区域内的电触点，以及包括被馈通环绕的环绕部分的电线端子以及与所述电接触件电连接的第一端。 当电气设备构造时，电线端子的第一端涂覆有比电线端子更耐氧化的导电金属。 电线端子的第一端使用诸如压接连接器或弹簧连接器的机械装置固定到电触头。

公开(公告)号：US20100249871A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-30

申请号：US12410233

申请日：2009-03-24

Applicant: Andrew J. Ries ,  Eric J. Wengreen ,  John E. Lovins ,  Randy S. Roles ,  Michael R. Klardie ,  Thomas I. Ceballos

Inventor： Andrew J. Ries ,  Eric J. Wengreen ,  John E. Lovins ,  Randy S. Roles ,  Michael R. Klardie ,  Thomas I. Ceballos

IPC: A61N1/375

CPC classification number: A61N1/3752

Abstract: This application discusses, among other things, an implantable medical device including a setscrew that enables lead tip visibility as an indicator of full lead insertion without requiring a grommet. An example setscrew has a metal core with an insulative coating disposed over the core to electrically isolate it from body fluids and surrounding tissue. In another example, the setscrew incorporates a sealing capability by including a sealing member that is coupled to the setscrew.

Abstract translation: 该应用尤其涉及包括固定螺丝的可植入医疗装置，该固定螺丝使引线尖端可视性作为全导线插入的指示，而不需要索环。 示例性固定螺丝具有设置在芯上的绝缘涂层的金属芯，以将其与体液和周围组织电隔离。 在另一个示例中，固定螺丝通过包括耦合到固定螺丝的密封构件来结合密封能力。

公开(公告)号：US20100249870A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-30

申请号：US12410203

申请日：2009-03-24

Applicant: Eric J. Wengreen ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  John E. Lovins ,  Randy S. Roles

Inventor： Eric J. Wengreen ,  Andrew J. Ries ,  John E. Lovins ,  Randy S. Roles

IPC: A61N1/00

CPC classification number: A61N1/3752 ,  A61N1/375

Abstract: This application discusses, among other things, an implantable medical device including a setscrew that enables lead tip visibility as an indicator of full lead insertion without requiring a grommet. In an example, the implantable medical device header is provided with a lead bore and a setscrew bore with the setscrew bore having a longitudinal axis that extends in a transverse direction to, and in communication with, the lead bore. In one example, the setscrew bore intersects with the lead bore at a location that is offset from the central longitudinal axis of the lead bore.

Abstract translation: 该应用尤其涉及包括固定螺丝的可植入医疗装置，该固定螺丝使引线尖端可视性作为全导线插入的指示，而不需要索环。 在一个示例中，可植入医疗器械头部设置有引导孔和固定螺丝孔，固定螺丝孔具有纵向轴线，该纵向轴线在横向方向上延伸并且与引导孔连通。 在一个示例中，固定螺丝孔在与引导孔的中心纵向轴线偏移的位置处与引导孔相交。