This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Medtronic, Inc.. Active years: 2010-2014.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2010-2014
Title: Innovations by Vitally G Sitko in Heparin Determination Systems
Introduction
Vitally G Sitko is an accomplished inventor based in Medina, MN (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of medical technology, particularly in the development of systems for determining heparin concentration in blood. With a total of 2 patents, his work has the potential to enhance patient care in clinical settings.
Latest Patents
One of Sitko's latest patents is a point of care heparin determination system. This invention describes methods and devices for the point of care determination of heparin concentration in blood. The system includes cartridges that feature protamine ion sensitive electrodes (ISEs) and reference electrodes. These cartridges are designed to automatically determine heparin concentration. Some systems add blood to a protamine bolus sufficient to bind all heparin, leaving excess protamine. The concentration of excess protamine can be determined by measuring the initial slope of the electrode potential rate of change and comparing it to known protamine concentration slope values. Additionally, some cartridges utilize an oscillating pressure source to move the blood-protamine mixture back and forth across the protamine ISE. The system may also employ a second blood sample with the heparin removed or degraded to create a blank reference sample. Protamine ISEs can include materials such as polyurethane polymer, DNNS ionophore, and NPOE plasticizer, with specific structural characteristics to enhance their functionality.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Vitally G Sitko has worked with notable companies in the medical technology sector. He has been associated with Medtronic, Inc. and Arteriocyte Medical Systems, Inc., where he contributed to innovative projects that aim to improve healthcare outcomes.
Collaborations
Sitko has collaborated with talented individuals in his field, including Wei Qin and Christopher M Hobot. These partnerships have likely fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking medical technologies.
Conclusion
Vitally G Sitko's contributions to the field of heparin determination systems exemplify the impact of innovation in medical technology. His patents reflect a commitment to improving patient care through advanced diagnostic methods.