USPTO Patent Grants - Diagnosis & Surgery (A61B)

Photoplethysmogram Sensor Arrangement Patent

The USPTO granted Patent US12588826B2 to Polar Electro Oy for a photoplethysmogram sensor arrangement. The invention features a light emitter and photo detector in a diagonal orientation with an opaque mask covering part of the detector. The patent contains 12 claims and covers medical sensing technology used in heart rate monitoring devices.

Cardiac pulse wave retrieval from an electrical signal

USPTO granted Patent US12588824B2 to Onera Technologies B.V. for a method and system of determining cardiac pulse wave signals by processing ECG and electrical signals. The patent includes 20 claims and names inventors Jantina Catharina de Vries and Hartmut Schneider.

Machine Learning Blood Pressure Monitoring Using Digital Twin Technology

The USPTO granted Twin Health, Inc. Patent US12588823B2 for a machine learning-based blood pressure monitoring system using digital twin technology. The platform generates short-term and long-term blood pressure predictions based on patient-reported nutrition data, sensor readings, and lab test results. The system updates a digital twin of the patient's metabolic profile to enable continuous health monitoring. The patent includes 17 claims and was applied for on April 28, 2021.

MRI Diagnostic Scan Parameters from Calibration Images

The USPTO granted patent US12588817B2 to GE Precision Healthcare LLC for methods and systems that determine MRI diagnostic scan parameters directly from calibration images, bypassing the need for separate localizer images. The patent covers a trained deep neural network that maps calibration images to landmark maps to generate high-resolution diagnostic images more efficiently.

Telemonitoring Respiration System Patent Granted

The USPTO granted Patent No. US12588816B2 to Loewenstein Medical Technology S.A. for a telemonitoring respiration system combining a respirator with sensors for pressure/flow/volume measurement, user health input capabilities, and automated data transmission to remote monitoring units. The patent contains 9 claims and was applied for on September 11, 2019.

Bionime Physiological Signal Monitoring Device

The USPTO granted patent US12588815B2 to Bionime Corporation for a physiological signal monitoring device. The device comprises a base, biosensor with sensing member for subcutaneous analyte measurement, transmitter, and sealing unit to protect against liquid ingress. The patent, with 14 claims, names Chun-Mu Huang, Chieh-Hsing Chen, and Chen-Hao Lee as inventors.

Vision screening device including oversampling sensor

USPTO granted Patent No. US12588814B2 to Welch Allyn, Inc. for a vision screening device featuring an oversampling sensor that allows operation at various distances from patients. The patent (20 claims) covers methods and systems for capturing oversampled images, detecting faces and eyes, tracking eye movements, and providing guidance for optimal positioning to generate stabilized eye images meeting vision screening criteria.

Optical system and operating method thereof

The USPTO granted Crystalvue Medical Corporation Patent No. US12588813B2 for an optical system used in fundus examination and eye therapy. The patent covers a light source device, gaze module, and fundus detection device integrated for eye examination and treatment. The patent includes 20 claims and names William Wang, Hsuan-Hao Chao, Sung-Yang Wei, and Chung-Cheng Chou as inventors.

Ophthalmic apparatus, method of controlling same, and recording medium

USPTO granted patent US12588812B2 to TOPCON CORPORATION on March 31, 2026, for an ophthalmic apparatus with an illumination optical system, optical scanner, and imaging optical system for fundus examination. The patent (15 claims) covers technology for slit-shaped illumination light scanning and synchronized image capture controlled by scanner position signals.

Modular platform for ocular evaluations

USPTO granted Patent US12588811B2 to Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai for a modular screening platform enabling comprehensive ocular evaluations. The platform features a head-mounted harness with interchangeable electronic modules, CPU/GPU processing capabilities, multiple display outputs, and input devices for both operators and patients. The patent contains 27 claims covering the modular design and separable interchangeable components.

Eye Length Measurement Arrangement and Method

USPTO granted Patent US12588810B2 to Heidelberg Engineering GmbH for an arrangement and method of measuring eye length using a light source that emits a central light ray and radially offset peripheral light rays to the cornea, with a control unit converting reflected light into measurement signals. The patent has 8 claims and covers ophthalmic measurement technology applicable to diagnostic imaging devices.

Tufts Medical eye inflammation patent US12588809B2, 31st Mar

Tufts Medical eye inflammation patent US12588809B2, 31st Mar

Image pickup unit with resin in via holes for endoscope

The USPTO has granted patent US12582294B2 to OLYMPUS CORPORATION for an image pickup unit with resin in via holes for an endoscope. The patent details a specific design for an image pickup substrate, solder resist film, and bonding terminal intended for use in endoscopic devices.

Slit Lamp and Biomicroscope Assembly Patent Granted

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12582312B2) for a slit lamp and biomicroscope assembly. The patent, filed on May 23, 2023, and granted on March 24, 2026, covers an assembly that includes a viewing system, an illumination system, and a positioning system with user interface controls.

USPTO Patent Grant for Physiological Monitoring System

The USPTO has granted patent US12582313B2 to Masimo Corporation for a physiological monitoring system. The patent covers systems and methods for advanced signal processing of patient physiological data before transmission for display on a mobile computing device.

USPTO Patent Grant for ECG Analysis Apparatus

The USPTO has granted patent US12582315B2 for an electrocardiogram analysis apparatus to CARDIO INTELLIGENCE INC. The patent covers a system utilizing machine learning to detect paroxysmal arrhythmia from patient ECG data. The grant is effective March 24, 2026.

Patent Grant US12582317B2: Detecting device and measuring apparatus

The USPTO has granted patent US12582317B2 to Seiko Epson Corporation for a detecting device and measuring apparatus. The patent describes a device with a substrate, a matrix of detecting elements, and organic EL light emitting elements.

Patent US12582318B2: Illumination unit for open surgery imaging

The USPTO has granted patent US12582318B2 to OLYMPUS Winter & Ibe GmbH for an illumination unit designed for fluorescence imaging during open surgery. The patent details a specific design for an illumination unit intended to improve visibility and diagnostic capabilities in surgical environments.

Patent Grant US12582320B2 for Vessel Assessment Method

The USPTO has granted patent US12582320B2 for a method of assessing a vessel. The patent, filed on July 7, 2020, details a process for calculating a pressure ratio using pressure measurements between identified characteristics within a vessel.

USPTO Patent Grant for Electromagnetic Imaging

The USPTO has granted patent US12582316B2 to EMvision Medical Devices Ltd for an apparatus and process for electromagnetic imaging. The patent describes a computer-implemented method for generating image data of internal object features without tomographic reconstruction, utilizing weighted mapping of scattering data.

Patent US12582423B2 for bone tunnel formation

The USPTO has granted patent US12582423B2 to Integrity Medical Services Inc. for a method and tool for forming bone tunnels, relevant to orthopedic surgical procedures. The patent was issued on March 24, 2026, following an application filed on April 25, 2025.

Surgical tool for scraping and collecting bone particles

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12582416B2) to META TECHNOLOGIES S.R.L. for a surgical tool designed for scraping and collecting bone particles. The patent details specific components including a handle, collection chamber, stem, blade, and a spacer that defines a passage for bone particles.

Oscillating Decortication Burr Assembly Patent Grant

The USPTO has granted patent US12582417B2 for an oscillating decortication burr assembly. This patent covers a device designed for decorticating articular surfaces of human body joints, featuring a burr, support post, and handle that imparts oscillation to the burr.

Knee Surgery System Patent Granted

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12582418B2) to 4-Bar Precision Sports Medicine LLC for a knee surgery system, robot, and techniques for computer-guided knee repair and reconstruction. The patent was granted on March 24, 2026, following an application filed on March 10, 2023.

Tibial Suprapatellar Entry Portal System Patent Granted

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted patent US12582419B2 for a tibial suprapatellar entry portal system. The patent, assigned to ORTHOXEL DAC, was granted on March 24, 2026, following a filing date of May 26, 2021.

Patent US12582420B2: Osteotomy cutting systems and surgical techniques

The USPTO has granted patent US12582420B2 for osteotomy cutting systems and surgical techniques related to bunion correction. The patent, filed on March 13, 2023, details specific surgical methods and apparatus for correcting bunions by coupling surgical tools to the cuneiform and metatarsal bones.

USPTO Patent Grant: Intraoperative Adjustable Guides, Systems, and Methods

The USPTO has granted patent US12582421B2 for intraoperative adjustable guides, systems, and methods. The patent was assigned to Wright Medical Technology, Inc. and covers devices designed for patient-specific bone engagement and adjustable guide surfaces.

Bone align and joint preparation device and method

The USPTO has granted patent US12582422B2 for a bone alignment and joint preparation device and method to MEDARTIS AG. The patent details a system for bone displacement, including anchoring and tool engaging portions, and a compression-distraction mechanism.

Lithotriptor Spacers and Method Patent

The USPTO has granted patent US12582427B2 for lithotriptor spacers and a related method, assigned to Olympus America Inc. The patent details a medical device with spacers extending from a lithotriptor's shaft, featuring longitudinal pathways and potentially an elastomer material.

Patent Granted for Bone Clamp

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted patent US12582428B2 to Brook Orthopaedics Ltd for a bone clamp. The patent, effective March 24, 2026, describes a clamp designed for bone fracture fixation or prevention.

Olympus Endoscope System Patent Granted

The USPTO has granted patent US12582293B2 to Olympus Medical Systems Corp. for an insertion instrument and endoscope system. The patent details specific configurations for an insertion section, including a distal end portion with multiple conduits designed for improved functionality.

Smart toothbrush patent tracks and removes dental plaque

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12582319B2) to International Business Machines Corporation for a smart toothbrush designed to track and remove dental plaque. The technology involves emitting light, detecting reflections, and analyzing them to determine plaque presence and location.

Patent US12582321B2 for Cardiac Diastolic Function Assessment

The USPTO has granted patent US12582321B2 for a cardiac diastolic function assessment method, device, and system. The patent, assigned to CARDIOSTORY INC., was filed on May 20, 2019, and issued on March 24, 2026. It details a non-invasive method for assessing cardiac diastolic function using vibration information.

USPTO Patent Grant: Fetal Analyte Monitoring Device

The USPTO has granted patent US12582335B2 for a device designed to monitor fetal analyte concentrations. The device utilizes a biosensor and a protrusion for insertion into fetal tissue to detect analyte levels, with VitalTrace Pty Ltd listed as the assignee.

Lung visualization ultrasound system patent granted

The USPTO has granted patent US12582328B2 for a lung visualization ultrasound system assigned to Covidien LP. The patent details a system and method for generating ultrasound images integrated with a 3D model for improved lung visualization.

USPTO Patent Grant for Vital Signal Detection Device

The USPTO has granted patent US12582327B2 to SAKURA TECH CORPORATION for a portable non-contact vital signal detection device. The patent covers a device that can detect vital signals from both the front and back of the device, potentially enhancing its utility in various healthcare and monitoring applications.

Ophthalmic apparatus patent US12582309B2 granted to Topcon Corporation

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted patent US12582309B2 for an ophthalmic apparatus to Topcon Corporation. The patent, effective March 24, 2026, describes an apparatus for calculating intraocular parameters using OCT technology.

Ophthalmic apparatus and method patent granted to Topcon Corporation

The USPTO has granted patent US12582308B2 to Topcon Corporation for an ophthalmic apparatus and method. The patent covers a system that uses OCT imaging and tilt information to control a fixation target presented to a subject's eye.

USPTO Patent Grant for Image Capturing Device and System

The USPTO has granted patent US12582307B2 to AILLIS INC. for an image capturing device and system designed for use in the oral cavity. The patent covers a device with a main body, grip, camera, and display for capturing and showing subject images.

Negative pressure gripping system and method patent US12582430B2

The USPTO has granted patent US12582430B2 for a negative pressure-based gripping system and method, assigned to Septulus AB. This patent covers a device designed to grip and retain a target, such as a human or animal heart, using negative pressure generated by a vacuum pump.

Intuitive Surgical patent: medical apparatus optical sensing

Intuitive Surgical patent: medical apparatus optical sensing

Analyte sensor devices, connections, and methods

The USPTO has granted patent US12582334B2 to Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. for analyte sensor devices, connections, and methods. The patent covers on-body analyte sensor units, packaging, loading systems, and applicators, as well as novel connection approaches for electrochemical analyte sensors.

Body Sway Measurement System Patent Granted to Bertec Corporation

The USPTO has granted patent US12582333B1 to Bertec Corporation for a body sway measurement system. The system utilizes an inertial measurement unit or camera and a data processor with a trained neural network to extract movement features and determine body sway parameters. The patent was filed on February 26, 2024.

Apple Inc. Patent for Piezoelectric Sensor with Resonating Microstructures

The USPTO has granted Apple Inc. a patent for a piezoelectric sensor system utilizing resonating microstructures to detect and amplify biological vibrations. The patent, filed in 2021, aims to improve the identification of specific biological signals for potential use in medical devices.

Patent Grant for Operative Accuracy Enhancement Using IMUs

The USPTO has granted patent US12582331B2 to DePuy Synthes Products, Inc. for systems, devices, and methods enhancing operative accuracy using inertial measurement units (IMUs). The patent covers the use of IMU data for surgical navigation, alignment, diagnosis, and intra-operative guidance.

Patent for computer-assisted shape measurements in surgery

The USPTO has granted patent US12582330B2 to Kaliber Labs Inc. for systems and methods to assist surgical procedures using computer-assisted shape measurements from video streams. The patent covers intraoperative measurements and overlays for procedures like arthroscopic surgery.

Magneto-mechanical capsules patent grant US12582329B2

The USPTO has granted patent US12582329B2 for magneto-mechanical capsules to Northern Digital Inc. The patent describes capsules with a body and multiple magnets, where a central magnet can oscillate to produce a magnetic field, potentially for diagnostic or surgical applications.

Patent US12582325B2 for Contactless Blood Oxygen Estimation

The USPTO has granted patent US12582325B2 for a contactless image-based blood oxygen estimation method. The patent, assigned to the University of Maryland, College Park, describes a system that estimates blood oxygen saturation using camera-captured images and spatial-temporal data analysis.

Sphygmomanometer Main Body Patent Granted

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12582322B2) to Omron Healthcare Co., LTD. for a sphygmomanometer main body. The patent, effective March 24, 2026, details a design incorporating electrode regions for measuring electrocardiogram waveforms alongside blood pressure.

Ophthalmic apparatus patent grant US12582311B2

The USPTO has granted patent US12582311B2 to Topcon Corporation for an ophthalmic apparatus. The patent describes a system for acquiring and assessing anterior segment images of the eye using OCT scanning and image processing techniques. This grant represents a new intellectual property right for the assignee.