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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 08, 2008
Filed:
Nov. 19, 2002
Fred H. Burbank, Laguna Niguel, CA (US);
Michael L. Jones, San Clemente, CA (US);
Greig E. Altieri, Laguna Beach, CA (US);
R. J. Serra, Irvine, CA (US);
Fred H. Burbank, Laguna Niguel, CA (US);
Michael L. Jones, San Clemente, CA (US);
Greig E. Altieri, Laguna Beach, CA (US);
R. J. Serra, Irvine, CA (US);
Vascular Control Systems, Inc., San Juan Capistrano, CA (US);
Abstract
Devices, systems and methods for temporarily reducing or abolishing blood flow by occluding blood vessels are provided. A blood vessel-occlusion device embodying features of the invention includes a deployable pressure-applying member with a location sensor, and an applicator. The location sensor is configured to detect a blood vessel, which may be occluded by compression from the pressure-applying member. A pressure-applying member may be released from the applicator, with blood-vessel compression maintained after release. The applicator is configured to engage a guide, such as a tenaculum, to aid in the placement and operation of the applicator. A pressure-applying member may also engage the guide. The invention finds use in, for example, treating uterine disorders and conditions which may be treated by occlusion of the uterine arteries, such as uterine fibroids, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, post-partum hemorrhage, and bleeding associated with caesarian section.