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Tokyo, Japan

Akito Mukaizawa

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1995-1999.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akito Mukaizawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akito-mukaizawa

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 9.8

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 16,261(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (1995 - 1998)
  • Suita, JP (1999)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 5,729 
 
Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1995-1999

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5906625 - Tissue-fixing surgical instrument, tissue-fixing device, and method of (1999-05-25),
2. 5797931 - Tissue-fixing surgical instrument, tissue-fixing device, and method of (1998-08-25),
3. 5658300 - Tissue fixing surgical instrument, tissue-fixing device, and method of (1997-08-19),
4. 5649937 - Tissue-fixing surgical device, and method of fixing tissues (1997-07-22),
5. 5467911 - Surgical device for stapling and fastening body tissues (1995-11-21),
6. 5395030 - Surgical device for stapling and fastening body tissues (1995-03-07),
7. 5389098 - Surgical device for stapling and/or fastening body tissues (1995-02-14),

Title: Akito Mukaizawa: Innovator in Surgical Instrumentation

Introduction

Akito Mukaizawa is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of surgical instrumentation, holding a total of seven patents. His innovative designs focus on improving surgical procedures and enhancing patient outcomes.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are the tissue-fixing surgical instrument and tissue-fixing device. These inventions are designed for fastening together opposing portions of a body organ. The surgical instrument comprises a first support for the first opposing portion and a second support for the second opposing portion. A displacement-preventing member is connected to one of the supports to prevent relative displacement. This member includes a pin made of thermoplastic resin, which, when heated, softens and deforms to secure the supports together, effectively fastening the opposing portions of the body organ.

Career Highlights

Akito Mukaizawa works at Olympus Optical Company, Ltd., where he has been instrumental in developing advanced surgical tools. His work has been recognized for its impact on surgical efficiency and safety. Mukaizawa's inventions are a testament to his dedication to improving medical technology.

Collaborations

He collaborates with notable colleagues such as Minoru Tsuruta and Shiro Bito. Their combined expertise contributes to the innovative environment at Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.

Conclusion

Akito Mukaizawa's contributions to surgical instrumentation exemplify the importance of innovation in healthcare. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing surgical practices and improving patient care.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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