Citations made to U.S. granted patents by U.S. patents granted in 2022

Specific WIPO fields: [ Computer technology  |  Digital communication  |  Electrical machinery, apparatus, energy  |  Measurement  |  Audio-visual technology  |  Medical technology  |  Optics  |  Transport  |  Semiconductors  |  Telecommunications  |  Other special machines  |  Pharmaceuticals  |  Organic fine chemistry  |  Mechanical elements  |  Chemical engineering  |  Engines, pumps, turbines  |  Civil engineering  |  Control  |  Basic materials chemistry  |  Handling  |  Furniture, games  |  Machine tools  |  Biotechnology  |  Other consumer goods  |  Macromolecular chemistry, polymers  |  IT methods for management  |  Textile and paper machines  |  Basic communication processes  |  Surface technology, coating  |  Materials, metallurgy  |  Environmental technology  |  Thermal processes and apparatus  |  Analysis of biological materials  |  Food chemistry  |  Micro-structural and nano-technology ]

Minimally Invasive Surgery: A significant focus is on the development of minimally invasive surgical techniques and devices. This includes robotic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and other advanced surgical techniques that reduce patient trauma and recovery time.

Medical Devices and Implants: Patents related to medical devices, such as implants, prosthetics, and diagnostic tools, highlight the ongoing innovation in medical technology. These devices are designed to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Digital Health and Telemedicine: The increasing adoption of digital health technologies, such as remote monitoring devices and telemedicine platforms, is driving the development of new medical devices and software solutions.

Biomedical Engineering: Patents related to biomedical engineering, including tissue engineering, biomaterials, and regenerative medicine, are crucial for addressing various medical challenges.

Overall, the top cited patents in medical technology reflect the rapid advancements in healthcare and medical science. These innovations are improving patient care, reducing healthcare costs, and enabling the development of new treatments for various diseases.

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  1. 15 5865361    Surgical stapling apparatus
  Inventors:  Keith L. Milliman; Frank J. Viola; Joseph Orban; Randolph F. Lehn

  2. 12 8545416    Integrated diagnostic and therapeutic system and method for improving treatment of subject with complex and central sleep apnea
  Inventors:  Hani Kayyali; Dan Bishop; Brian M. Kolkowski

  2. 12 9579060    Head-mounted physiological signal monitoring system, devices and methods
  Inventors:  Frederick J. Lisy; Anthony Opperman; David D. Dashevsky

  4. 9 10869800    Relocation module and methods for surgical equipment
  Inventors:  Scott D. Augustine; Susan D. Augustine; Garrett J. Augustine; Brent M. Augustine; Ryan S. Augustine; Randall C. Arnold

  4. 9 10993865    Relocation module and methods for surgical equipment
  Inventors:  Scott D. Augustine; Susan D. Augustine; Garrett J. Augustine; Brent M. Augustine; Ryan S. Augustine; Randall C. Arnold

  4. 9 5271543    Surgical anastomosis stapling instrument with flexible support shaft and anvil adjusting mechanism
  Inventors:  Richard L. Grant; Michael Lang; Philip J. Churchill; W. Thompson Lawrence

  4. 9 5876325    Surgical manipulation system
  Inventors:  Hitoshi Mizuno; Yuuichi Ikeda; Akihiro Horii; Shuichi Takayama; Akio Nakada; Naoki Uchiyama; Yasuhiro Ueda; Koichi Umeyama; Sakae Takehana

  4. 9 6176882    Intervertebral implant
  Inventors:  Lutz Biedermann; Thomas Wichmann; Jurgen Harms

  4. 9 7334717    Surgical fastener applying apparatus
  Inventors:  Csaba L. Rethy; Karl H. Ehrenfels; Roberto Pedros; David Ivanko; Randolph F. Lehn; Frank J. Viola

  10. 8 10512191    Relocation module for patient monitors and surgical equipment
  Inventors:  Scott D. Augustine; Susan D. Augustine; Garrett J. Augustine; Brent M. Augustine; Ryan S. Augustine; Randall C. Arnold

  10. 8 5389098    Surgical device for stapling and/or fastening body tissues
  Inventors:  Minoru Tsuruta; Shiro Bito; Shuichi Kimura; Akito Mukaizawa; Seiji Kuramoto; Tsuyoshi Tsukagoshi; Akio Nakata; Akihiro Taguchi; Kazuhiko Oozeki; Hitoshi Mizno; Shuichi Takayama; Yoshinao Oaki; Keisuke Saito; Toshihiko Suzuta

  10. 8 5487378    Inhaler
  Inventors:  Paul A. Robertson; Peter J. Houzego; Borge R. Jensen; Murray A. Creeke; Neil Emerton; Peter D. Hodson; Eric A. Baum

  10. 8 5928139    Retractor with adjustable length blades and light pipe guides
  Inventors:  Tibor B. Koros; Gabriel J. Koros

  10. 8 8679012    Medical device and method with improved biometric verification
  Inventors:  Hani Kayyali

  10. 8 9202008    Method and device for sleep analysis
  Inventors:  Craig A. Frederick; Hani Kayyali; Robert N. Schmidt; Brian M. Kolkowski

  10. 8 9480559    Prosthetic valves and related inventions
  Inventors:  Robert Vidlund; Kemal Schankereli; Lucian Lozonschi; Georg Lutter

  1. 425 6783524    Robotic surgical tool with ultrasound cauterizing and cutting instrument
  Inventors:  Stephen C. Anderson; Christopher A. Julian

  2. 381 7380695    Surgical stapling instrument having a single lockout mechanism for prevention of firing
  Inventors:  Kevin Doll; Michael Earl Setser; Frederick E. Shelton, IV; Kenneth Wales

  3. 376 7644848    Electronic lockouts and surgical instrument including same
  Inventors:  Jeffrey S. Swayze; Frederick E. Shelton, IV; Kevin R. Doll; Eugene Timperman

  4. 374 8800838    Robotically-controlled cable-based surgical end effectors
  Inventors:  Frederick E. Shelton, IV

  5. 373 6443973    Electromechanical driver device for use with anastomosing, stapling, and resecting instruments
  Inventors:  Michael P. Whitman

  6. 372 7464849    Electro-mechanical surgical instrument with closure system and anvil alignment components
  Inventors:  Frederick E. Shelton, IV; Stephen J. Balek; Eugene L. Timperman

  7. 364 7422139    Motor-driven surgical cutting fastening instrument with tactile position feedback
  Inventors:  Frederick E. Shelton, IV; John N. Ouwerkerk; Jerome R. Morgan; Jeffrey S. Swayze

  8. 360 8573465    Robotically-controlled surgical end effector system with rotary actuated closure systems
  Inventors:  Frederick E. Shelton, IV

  9. 358 7143925    Surgical instrument incorporating EAP blocking lockout mechanism
  Inventors:  Frederick E. Shelton, IV; Eugene L. Timperman

  10. 355 7670334    Surgical instrument having an articulating end effector
  Inventors:  Geoffrey C. Hueil; Joseph Charles Hueil; Kenneth Edward Hogue; Douglas Jon Siebenaler

References:
Raw data from: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. "Data Download Tables." PatentsView. Accessed September 7, 2024. https://patentsview.org/download/data-download-tables.

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