Kimberly M Anderson

US Patent:

D466213, Nov 26, 2002

Filed:

Nov 9, 2001

Appl. No.:

29/151465

Inventors:

Eva S. Snitkin - Minneapolis MN
Kimberly A. Anderson - Eagan MN
Johann J. Neisz - Coon Rapids MN
Johannes N. Gaston - Minnetonka MN
Douglas J. VanOrnum - Minnetonka MN

Assignee:

AMS Research Corporation - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

2402

US Classification:

D24145, D24133, D24147

US Patent:

7048682, May 23, 2006

Filed:

Oct 25, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/280945

Inventors:

Johann J. Neisz - Coon Rapids MN, US
Robert E. Lund - St. Michael MN, US
Kimberly A. Anderson - Eagan MN, US
Vicki R. Vandersloot - Minneapolis MN, US
Terence M. Moore - Tomkins Cove NY, US
Mark S. Bouchier - Lakeville MN, US
Randy L. Morningstar - Brooklyn Park MN, US
Gary A. Rocheleau - Maple Grove MN, US

Assignee:

American Medical Systems, Inc. - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

A61F 2/02

US Classification:

600 30

Abstract:

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sling procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedures are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomitant advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider.

US Patent:

7291104, Nov 6, 2007

Filed:

Sep 30, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/675816

Inventors:

Johann J. Neisz - Coon Rapids MN, US
Robert E. Lund - St. Michael MN, US
Kimberly A. Anderson - Eagan MN, US
Vicki R. Vandersloot - Minneapolis MN, US
Terence M. Moore - Tomkins Cove NY, US
Mark S. Bouchier - Lakeville MN, US
Randy L. Morningstar - Brooklyn Park MN, US
Gary A. Rocheleau - Maple Grove MN, US

Assignee:

American Medical Systems Inc. - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

A61F 2/02

US Classification:

600 30

Abstract:

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sling procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedures are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomitant advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider.

US Patent:

7303525, Dec 4, 2007

Filed:

Aug 22, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/645588

Inventors:

Brian P. Watschke - Eden Prairie MN, US
Robert E. Lund - St. Michael MN, US
Kimberly A. Anderson - Eagan MN, US

Assignee:

AMS Research Corporation - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

A61F 2/02

US Classification:

600 30

Abstract:

A sling assembly including a surgical sling configured to be implanted during a surgical sling procedure. The sling includes first and second regions and a central portion. The sling assembly further includes a removable sheath assembly situated about the surgical sling. The removable sheath assembly includes first and second upper sheaths. The first upper sheath is configured to be situated about the first region of the surgical sling, and the second upper sheath is configured to be situated about the second region of the surgical sling. The removable sheath assembly further includes a lower sheath. The lower sheath is configured to be situated about the central portion of the surgical sling and to be in cooperative association with both the first and second upper sheaths.

US Patent:

7500945, Mar 10, 2009

Filed:

Apr 30, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/834943

Inventors:

James E Cox - Corcoran MN, US
Kimberly A. Anderson - Eagan MN, US
Robert E Lund - St. Michael MN, US
Brian P. Watschke - Eden Prairie MN, US

Assignee:

AMS Research Corporation - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

A61F 2/00

US Classification:

600 37

Abstract:

A method of treating pelvic organ prolapse is provided. The method generally includes the steps of establishing a first pathway between the external perirectal region of the patient to the region of the ischial spine in tissue on one side of the prolapsed organ, followed by establishing a second pathway in tissue on the contralateral side of the prolapsed organ. A support member, which includes a central support portion and two end portions, is positioned in a position to reposition said prolapsed organ in said organ's anatomically correct location. The end portions of the support member are introduced through the respective tissue pathways, followed by adjustment of the end portions so that the support member is located in a therapeutic relationship to the prolapsed organ that is to be supported. An apparatus and kit for said treatment is further provided.

US Patent:

8211005, Jul 3, 2012

Filed:

Jan 22, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/321546

Inventors:

James E. Cox - Corcoran MN, US
Kimberly A. Anderson - Eagan MN, US
Robert E. Lund - St. Michael MN, US
Brian P. Watschke - Eden Prairie MN, US

Assignee:

AMS Research Corporation - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

A61F 2/00

US Classification:

600 37

Abstract:

A method of treating pelvic organ prolapse is provided. The method generally includes the steps of establishing a first pathway between the external perirectal region of the patient to the region of the ischial spine in tissue on one side of the prolapsed organ, followed by establishing a second pathway in tissue on the contralateral side of the prolapsed organ. A support member, which includes a central support portion and two end portions, is positioned in a position to reposition said prolapsed organ in said organ's anatomically correct location. The end portions of the support member are introduced through the respective tissue pathways, followed by adjustment of the end portions so that the support member is located in a therapeutic relationship to the prolapsed organ that is to be supported. An apparatus and kit for said treatment is further provided.

US Patent:

8308629, Nov 13, 2012

Filed:

Jan 12, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/005074

Inventors:

Brian P. Watschke - Eden Prairie MN, US
Kimberly A. Anderson - Eagan MN, US
Randy L. Morningstar - Brooklyn Park MN, US
Johann J. Neisz - Coon Rapids MN, US
Timothy A. Bachman - St. Paul MN, US

Assignee:

AMS Research Corporation - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

A61F 2/02

US Classification:

600 30

Abstract:

A minimally invasive surgical instrument for placing an implantable article about a tubular tissue structure is disclosed. The surgical instrument is particularly useful for treating urological disorders such as incontinence. Surgical methods using the novel instrument are also described.

US Patent:

8517914, Aug 27, 2013

Filed:

Oct 26, 2007

Appl. No.:

12/447073

Inventors:

Kimberly A. Anderson - Minnetonka MN, US
Karen Pilney Montpetit - Minnetonka MN, US
Kelly Ann Chapman - Minnetonka MN, US

Assignee:

AMS Research Corporation - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

A61F 2/00

US Classification:

600 37

Abstract:

Described are pelvic implants and methods of surgically placing pelvic implants, that provide treatment for pelvic floor disorders by support of the levator.