USPTO Patent Applications - Medical Devices (A61M)

Bed With Foot Warming System Patent Application

USPTO published patent application US20260096666A1 for a bed with integrated foot warming system. The application, filed November 4, 2025, covers a heating unit positioned inside an envelope at the foot of a bed, with power source and electrical connector. Inventors include Kody Lee Karschnik, Omid Sayadi, Wade Daniel Palashewski, Ramazan Demirli, Eric Rose, and Saurabh Chhaparwal.

Absorbable Anastomotic Protection Device and Fecal Diversion Device for Post-Colorectal Surgery

USPTO published patent application US20260096819A1 for an absorbable anastomotic protection and fecal diversion device for colorectal surgery. Inventors include Jing Lu, Yong Zhang, Jie Shao, and Zicai Zhu. The device comprises a fecal diversion device with inflatable flushing section, balloon air tubes, cleaning tube, intestinal protective film, supporting balloons, and absorbable elastic band made of absorbable polymer material.

Percutaneous AVF Creation Using Catheters with Electric Field Alignment

USPTO published patent application US20260096833A1 for a method and apparatus for percutaneous creation of arteriovenous fistula (AVF) using catheters with asymmetric electric field alignment detection. The invention is intended for vascular access in hemodialysis patients. The application includes claims covering catheter-based AVF creation methods and alignment detection systems.

Self-Current-Generating Skin-Applicable Patch Comprising Biodegradable Metal

USPTO published patent application US20260097198A1 for a self-current-generating skin-applicable patch comprising biodegradable metal. The patch includes first and second electrode layers and a support layer with ionic solution, enabling iontophoresis and micro-current effects without external power. Application 19112970 was filed September 20, 2023.

Pressure Balancing Across Microfluidic Devices

USPTO published patent application US20260097163A1 by Astrin Biosciences, Inc. The application covers an aphaeretic biopsy system using microfluidic devices with inertial separation techniques to extract released tumor cells from patient bloodstream. The system includes a removable cartridge with stacked microfluidic devices implementing pressure balancing to distribute blood evenly across devices for improved separation performance.

E-Vaping Device Formulation Level Indicator Patent Application

The USPTO published patent application US20260097173A1 for Altria Client Services LLC covering an electronic vaping device with a pre-vapor formulation level indicator. The device includes a vaporizer assembly with heating element, pre-vapor formulation reservoir, and discrete indicator segments controlled by a processor that determines duty cycle differences to adjust the indicator. The three inventors are Terrance Theodore Bache, Christopher S. Tucker, and Raymond W. Lau.

Multi Chamber Flexible Bag and Methods of Using Same

USPTO published patent application US20260096952A1 by inventor Antonio Francesco Di Naro for a multi-chamber flexible pharmaceutical bag designed to hold lyophilized products with a reconstituting solution. The bag features a frangible seal between chambers that breaks upon application of predetermined force to fluidly connect the chambers.

Aptar France Sas Spray Patent Analysis Method

USPTO published patent application US20260097411A1 assigned to Aptar France SAS, covering a method for analyzing spray generated by pharmaceutical fluid dispensing devices. The method uses strioscopy to display test fluid flow and determines spray compliance with specifications. Cycle time for analyzing one spray head is under 1.5 seconds.

Antibody Compositions with Antioxidants for Subcutaneous Delivery

The USPTO published patent application US20260097118A1 assigned to Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, covering pharmaceutical compositions comprising an antibody and at least two antioxidants formulated for subcutaneous delivery. The application includes claims for methods using an endoglycosidase hydrolase enzyme in the composition. Filing date was September 29, 2025.

Tissue Isolation Balloon Device for Radiotherapy

USPTO published patent application US20260097233A1, filed December 12, 2025, assigned to Beijing Qifan Bochuang Medical Technology Co., Ltd. The application covers a tissue isolation balloon device designed for repeated inflation and deflation in vivo during radiotherapy courses, with an isolation balloon positioned between healthy and target tissues to protect healthy tissue from radiation exposure.

DRIVE SPRING AND NEEDLE COVER SPRING FOR AN INJECTION DEVICE

USPTO published patent application US20260097167A1 filed on December 11, 2025, Application No. 19416083. The application by inventors Glauser, Tschirren, Loser, and Schrul covers an injection device with a drive spring and needle cover spring mechanism for drug delivery. The device includes a housing, a drive member for dispensing drugs, and a needle cover movable between covering and retracted positions that compress or expand the spring member.

Infusion Pump Mechanism with Occlusion Force Reduction

The USPTO published patent application US20260097166A1 for an infusion pump mechanism featuring multi-directional tolerance control to reduce occlusion force. The invention includes pump fingers with head portions having tips configured to contact and occlude tubes, and an opposing plate with force concentrators aligned with respective pump fingers. The application was filed on December 12, 2025, under application number 19418139.

Manta MedTech Osmotic Drug Chamber System with Fixed Dose Size for Wearable Medical Devices

USPTO published patent application US20260097165A1 for Manta MedTech LLC's osmotic drug chamber system with fixed dose size designed for active wearable medical devices. The system incorporates an osmotic chamber with osmotic agent, permeability module for fluid ingress, drug chamber, compressible piston for longitudinal movement, valve module regulating drug release, fluid chamber with semipermeable membrane, and drug delivery outlets. The filing date was December 11, 2025.

US20260097161A1, Extracorporeal Circulation System, Shenzhen Wecan

US20260097161A1, Extracorporeal Circulation System, Shenzhen Wecan

Access Vascular Inc - Gradient Annealing Polymeric Catheters

USPTO published patent application US20260097181A1 for Access Vascular Inc covering gradient annealing methods for polymeric catheter components with spatially varying mechanical properties. The application claims methods for producing catheters with improved kink resistance by spatially varying annealing to balance patient comfort with insertion ease. Inventors include Daniel T. Donahue, Michael Bassett, and Matthew M. Mannarino.

Machine Proximate Nebulizer Respiratory Therapy System

The USPTO has published patent application US20260097172A1 for a machine proximate nebulizer respiratory therapy system. The application, filed on June 11, 2025, covers a nebulizer system with a cylindrical mixing chamber, impacting cap, and recirculation tube for delivering aerosolized medicaments in respiratory therapy. The invention aims to improve aerosol delivery efficiency by entraining aerosol into breathing gas and recirculating rain-out droplets.

Neurocatheters, Systems, and Methods of Use

USPTO published patent application US20260097183A1 for neurocatheter technology. The patent covers catheters with proximal and distal portions having different stiffness ratios (proximal portion stiffer than distal by at least 10x). The catheter is configured for intracranial vessel access without requiring a guide sheath. Inventors: Paul De Lipski, John Miller, Tony M. Chou, Stephanie Sharpe, Christina Van. Filing date: 2025-10-03.

Tip Cap for Medical Injection Device, US20260097171A1

USPTO published patent application US20260097171A1 for a tip cap designed to seal a fluid passageway in a medical injection device. The application, filed September 19, 2023, covers an elastomeric inner cap with a proximally extending skirt in sealing engagement with a medical container tip, enclosed within a rigid outer cap having a threaded portion. The invention classifies under CPC codes A61M 5/345 and related medical device categories.

Sealing Cap for Syringe Tip Patent Application US20260097170A1

USPTO published patent application US20260097170A1 by inventor Mirhac Dinc for a sealing cap for a syringe tip. The application, filed July 28, 2023, describes a housing with a connection portion and an insert-engagement portion containing a sealing insert with tip-engagement and housing-engagement portions. The public notice period allows interested parties to review the invention before potential grant.

Monitoring Device with Optical and Vibration Sensors for Medicament Delivery

The USPTO published patent application US20260097169A1 for a monitoring device designed to attach to medicament delivery devices. The device uses an optical sensor and vibration sensor to detect when a dose activation element is manually operated and correlates sensor data to confirm correct dose setting. The inventors are William Cirillo. The application was filed on May 27, 2025.

MITAKA HDGS Needleless Syringe, Multiple Doses, Apr 09

MITAKA HDGS Needleless Syringe, Multiple Doses, Apr 09

Electronic Emulsion Release Device with Microneedle Transdermal Delivery

The USPTO published patent application US20260097192A1 for an electronic device for releasing emulsion using microneedle transdermal delivery technology. The application was filed by KT & G Corporation and covers a device including a cartridge accommodation part, crushing circuit, processor, transfer circuit, and microneedle for discharging emulsion through the skin. The invention has CPC classifications primarily in A61M medical device technology.

Cochlear Implant Lead Insertion Site Access System and Methods

USPTO published patent application US20260097191A1 for a system and methods for accessing a cochlear implant lead insertion site under direct visualization. Inventors Hugo Peris, Benson Jung, and Kevin W. Sacherman filed the application on December 12, 2025. The system enables delivery of formulations to the middle ear and cochlear implant lead insertion sites.

Protective Assembly for Sensors in Medical Devices

USPTO published patent application US20260098776A1 for a protective assembly for sensors in medical devices. The invention comprises a substrate with an enclosing port containing electronic components wire-bonded to the substrate, covered by gel material and a fluoropolymer polyimide film (FEP). Medical device manufacturers developing sensor technologies should review this patent for potential overlap with their own IP portfolios.

Multifunction Skin Treatment Device With Detachable Heads, Auto-Detection, Serum Application

USPTO published Application US20260097193A1 for a multifunction skin treatment device with detachable treatment heads, automatic function detection, and integrated serum application. Invented by Shaul Rappaport, the device enables releasable attachment of various function heads for different treatments and a skin serum vial. The device automatically detects the attached function head type and adjusts operation accordingly, and also detects when a serum vial is fluidly connected.

Neuravi Catheter Navigation Device Minimizes Vessel Bifurcation Catching

USPTO published patent application US20260097189A1 for Neuravi Limited, filed October 9, 2024, covering an endovascular navigation device for use with funnel catheters. The device features a radially expandable section positioned between a tapered distal section and proximal section, designed to prevent the free terminating distal edge of a funnel catheter from catching at bifurcated vessels during navigation. The expandable section expands to match the catheter's maximum inner diameter when deployed. The invention addresses complications in catheter procedures at vessel bifurcations.

Guidewire with Multi-Edge Profile for Enhanced Torque and Reduced Friction

USPTO published patent application US20260097187A1 for a guidewire with a multi-edge profile designed to improve torque transmission and reduce friction during intravascular navigation. The application includes helical configurations with discrete peaks and valleys, variable pitch sections, and polymer jackets with hydrophilic coatings. The system may include diagnostic catheters deliverable simultaneously with main catheters without additional support.

Guide Element for Intravascular Access Device - Patent Application US20260097186A1

USPTO published patent application US20260097186A1 for a guide element for intravascular access devices. The invention includes a needle inside a catheter lumen with a working space configured to receive tools, and a guide element with annular elements to control its distal end. The application was filed on September 20, 2023, under application number 19113880.

Steerable Catheter Articulation State Indicator Patent

Steerable Catheter Articulation State Indicator Patent

Flexible Elongate Device with Variable Bending Stiffness

USPTO published patent application US20260097185A1 titled 'Systems and Methods for Varying Bending Stiffness of a Flexible Elongate Device.' The application, filed September 18, 2023 under application number 19112852, discloses a flexible elongate medical device comprising an articulable distal section and a non-articulable proximal section with varying bending stiffness along its length. Inventors are Rumen Deyanov and Russell Field.

Airway Management System Patent Application US20260097178A1

USPTO published patent application US20260097178A1 for an airway management system invented by Ming Yang. The system includes a breathing circuit connector component, inner tube component, connecting tube, and either a laryngeal mask component with telescopic tube or an endotracheal tube component. The application covers multiple embodiments with various connector configurations for medical ventilation applications.

Medical Eyeshade EEG Detection System

The USPTO published patent application US20260097180A1 for a medical eyeshade with integrated electroencephalogram detection. Inventor Siyang Liang's system includes an eyeshade body with EEG acquisition unit and controller that converts brain electrical signals into communication signals for external transmission. The flexible circuit board passes through an opening to contact the wearer's forehead.

SleepSanity LLC Sleep Mask Patent Application

USPTO published patent application US20260097179A1 for SleepSanity LLC's sleep mask with LED lighting, adjustable opacity lens, and fiber optic light transmission system. The application, filed October 7, 2024, covers a wearable sleep device with silicone components and power source connectivity. CPC classifications include A61M 21/02 and A61N 5/0613, indicating medical and therapeutic lighting applications.

Tube Support Apparatus and Methods for Stabilizing Medical Tubing

The USPTO published patent application US20260097176A1 for a tube support apparatus designed to stabilize medical tubing relative to patients. The apparatus includes a brace for patient attachment, a support with a groove and transverse channel for receiving tubing, and a clamp with a padded bar to secure the tube. The application was filed on October 3, 2025, under application number 19349402.

Endotracheal Lung Suction System for Selective Lung Drainage

The USPTO published patent application US20260097175A1 assigned to Roberts Innovations, LLC covering an endotracheal lung suction system for selective lung drainage. The system includes an endotracheal tube with an implantation balloon, a suction assembly with proximal valve, and an inner suction catheter with an inflatable securing device. The invention enables selective drainage of user-selected lungs through a dual-lumen catheter design.

PEP Buddy Oral Device US20260097174A1, Apr 09

PEP Buddy Oral Device US20260097174A1, Apr 09

Medical Securement Device Secures Tubes to Patients

The USPTO published patent application US20260097177A1 for a medical securement device designed to secure medical tubing to patients. The device features a flat base with a central circular opening and a cylindrical wall with adhesive on its inner surface to fix medical tubes at selected positions. The application was filed on October 13, 2025.

Abiomed Europe Control Device for VAD Heartbeat

Abiomed Europe Control Device for VAD Heartbeat

Oxygen Concentrator with Flow Path Switching Valve Monitoring

USPTO published patent application US20260097353A1 for Teijin Pharma Limited covering an oxygen concentrator with monitoring means to detect flow path switching valve abnormalities using pressure sensor outputs. The invention addresses detecting valve issues upstream of the concentrator from pressure waveforms in the product tank.

Automated Drug Microinjection Device with Spring-Loaded Microneedle and Shape Memory Locking Member

USPTO published patent application US20260097194A1 for an automated drug microinjection device featuring a spring-loaded microneedle with shape memory locking member, pump cavity with actuator, and motor-driven gear assembly for controlled drug delivery. The device enables precise microinjection through a locked-and-retracted microneedle released by a signal. Filing date was October 8, 2025.

Liberum Health Ltd Porous Polymeric Drug Delivery Device

Liberum Health Ltd filed USPTO patent application US20260097190A1 for a porous polymeric drug delivery device that modulates drug release through charged encapsulation. The application covers the device, its method of manufacture, a charged drug delivery device with encapsulated drug, and a kit-of-parts comprising the device and drug for encapsulation.

Asahi Intecc Guide Wire with Protruding Resin Layer

USPTO published patent application US20260097188A1 for Asahi Intecc Co., Ltd. covering a guide wire assembly with a core shaft, coil body, and protruding resin layer extending through gaps in the coil into a void between the coil and shaft. The application was filed December 11, 2025 and published April 9, 2026. Medical device manufacturers should monitor competitor patent filings in interventional catheter and endovascular device technology.

Combined Blood Pump and Oxygenator System With Dual Pumps

USPTO published patent application US20260097162A1 for a combined blood pump-oxygenator system featuring dual pumps and dual oxygenators. The system is designed for cardiopulmonary bypass and extracorporeal blood processing, with a pump control unit that varies flow rates through each oxygenator to optimize patient perfusion and oxygenation.

Integrated wound therapy device with bandage and pump

Integrated wound therapy device with bandage and pump

Combined Blood Pump and Oxygenator System for Cardiopulmonary Bypass

USPTO published patent application US20260097160A1 for a combined blood pump-oxygenator system designed for cardiopulmonary bypass procedures. The system includes a recirculation loop allowing blood to pass through the oxygenator multiple times for enhanced gas exchange. The application was filed December 10, 2025, by ten listed inventors.

Peritoneal Perfusion Control System With Automated Pumps, Sensors

Peritoneal Perfusion Control System With Automated Pumps, Sensors

Hemodialysis Device With Blood Filtration Pressure Control

The USPTO published patent application US20260097158A1 for a hemodialysis device featuring blood filtration pressure control, filed October 24, 2022, Application No. 18996043, invented by Kosho Matsuzaki and Masayuki Fujii. The device includes a replacement fluid passage between dialysate and blood circuits with first and second flow rate restriction devices, along with connection portion and vein-side pressure sensors. A control device adjusts the second flow rate restriction device opening degree multiple times per cycle based on measured pressures.

Infusion Pump System with Inductive Sensor Feedback

USPTO published patent application US20260097157A1 for a medical infusion pump system featuring inductive sensor feedback. The system comprises a pump head with a metallic element that cooperates with an inductive sensor on a drive machine, enabling fluid movement through tubing. The application was filed on September 28, 2023.

US20260097156A1 - Breast Pump Systems and Methods

The USPTO published patent application US20260097156A1 for breast milk expression systems and methods. The invention covers a breast pump with a flange, milk container, tube, and vacuum pump mechanism configured to express milk from the breast and expel it to a collection container. The application (No. 19350424) was filed on 2025-10-06 by inventors including Jenny Teng, Jason Chamberlain, and Becky Scanlon.

Vascular Repair Device with Hydrogel and Biodegradable Adhesive

The Nemours Foundation filed US Patent Application US20260097155A1 for a vascular repair device comprising a hydrogel substrate, biodegradable adhesive, and biodegradable mold. The device is designed to surround a target vessel with a trough-shaped containment structure. The application covers medical device innovations in vascular repair technology.