USPTO Patent Application: Injection Apparatus and Method

The USPTO has published a patent application by pHi-Tech Animal Health Technologies Ltd. for an injection apparatus and method. The application details a hand-held unit, a remote control unit, and a pump designed for selecting medicament dose volumes.

USPTO Patent Application for Implantable Device Fixation for Urinary Incontinence

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083542A1) for an implantable device fixation mechanism designed to treat urinary incontinence. The application details a device with a conduit, an adjustable membrane for coaptation of a body lumen, and a fixation mechanism that can anchor or release the device using a push wire.

USPTO Patent Application for Stent Positioning Apparatus

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083580A1) for a stent positioning apparatus designed for use at the ostium of a blood vessel. The application details methods and apparatuses for precise stent placement, including an ostial positioning catheter with specific components.

USPTO Patent Application: Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Dressing System

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083596A1) for a negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) dressing system. The application details a non-compressible, non-collapsible dressing with large-diameter passageways for suction and irrigation, designed for customizable and disposable use.

USPTO Patent Application: CBD for SYNGAP1 Encephalopathy

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083758A1) from Harmony Biosciences Management, Inc. detailing methods for treating SYNGAP1 encephalopathy using transdermal cannabidiol (CBD). The application was filed on November 28, 2025, and published on March 26, 2026.

USPTO Patent Application: System to Monitor Respiration During Sedation

The USPTO has published a patent application for a system designed to monitor patient respiration during sedation using nasal pressure and oxygen flow. The application details a method for identifying breathing patterns and delivering controlled oxygen pulses to ensure patient safety.

USPTO Patent Application: Gas Inhalation Mask

The USPTO has published a patent application for a gas inhalation mask with a paper body and tube attachment member, assigned to NIHON KOHDEN CORPORATION. The application details a design where the tube does not directly face the subject's face when attached.

Medical Gas Retention System Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083929A1) for a medical gas retention system. The application, filed on September 15, 2025, describes a system designed to prevent unintended medical gas flow.

USPTO Patent Application: Water Quantity Detection in Humidifiers

The USPTO has published a patent application from ResMed Pty Ltd for methods and apparatus to determine the quantity of water in a humidifier. The application, filed on June 24, 2025, describes indirect measurement techniques using sensors to infer water levels without necessarily requiring disposable components.

USPTO Patent Application: Relaxation System

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083931A1) for a relaxation system. The system incorporates a vibrator, electrodes, and a feedback generator controlled by a processing device to monitor and influence cardiac metrics for relaxation status.

USPTO Patent Application: Odor-based TMR System

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083932A1) for an odor-based TMR system designed to enhance learning and memory. The application, filed by Justin Dumitrescu, describes a system comprising a fragrance and a physical delivery system.

USPTO Patent Application: Relaxation System with Scent Release

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083933A1) for a relaxation system that includes a vibrator and a scent release mechanism. The application, filed by inventors Daniel Shuter, Angela Sun, and David Shuter, details a device controlled by a processing unit to manage both vibration and scent release.

USPTO Patent Application: Electronic Device for Sleep Induction Auditory Feedback

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083934A1) for an electronic device and method designed to provide auditory feedback for sleep induction based on a user's breathing patterns. The application details a system that synchronizes sounds with inhalation and exhalation periods.

Medical Device Reduces Friction Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083940A1) for a medical device designed to reduce friction between contacting components by creating a lubricating barrier. The application was filed on September 17, 2025, by inventors Andrew James Schaubhut, Scott E. Brechbiel, and Ryan V. Wales.

USPTO Patent Application: Urinary Catheter Treatment

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083941A1) for a urinary catheter treatment involving a nitric oxide generating solution. The application details a method for mixing an S-nitrosothiol powder with a liquid carrier to create the solution, which is then introduced into a catheter balloon.

USPTO Patent Application: Non-occluding Balloon Catheter for Cardiovascular Drug Delivery

The USPTO has published a patent application for a non-occluding balloon catheter device designed for cardiovascular drug delivery. The application details a device that allows blood flow to continue through a bypass lumen while a drug coating is applied to the vessel wall. This innovation aims to improve drug delivery efficacy in cardiovascular treatments.

USPTO Patent Application for Clot Treatment Device

The USPTO has published patent application US20260083944A1 for a clot treatment system, including a balloon catheter with an inflation control device designed to reduce pressure during inflation. The application was filed on September 19, 2025, by inventors Benjamin Merritt and Jared Shimizu.

USPTO Patent Application: Medical Delivery System for Heart Valve

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083446A1) for a medical delivery system designed for accessing and repairing a heart valve. The application was filed by Evalve, Inc. and details a system involving multiple steerable guide catheters.

USPTO Patent Application for Clot Aspiration and Blood Reinfusion Systems

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083467A1) for clot aspiration and blood reinfusion systems. The application details devices, systems, and methods for aspirating clot material and blood from a patient's vasculature, filtering the blood, and returning it. The filing date was September 19, 2025.

USPTO Patent Application: Shockwave Balloon Catheter and Control System

The USPTO has published a patent application for a four-interface shockwave balloon catheter and its control system. The invention aims to improve surgical treatment effectiveness and safety by allowing simultaneous fluid replenishment and discharge within the balloon. The application was filed on September 24, 2024.

Terumo Kabushiki Kaisha Catheter Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083881A1) by Terumo Kabushiki Kaisha for a catheter designed to resist deterioration during long-term storage. The application details specific resin compositions and additive content for the catheter tip and main body.

USPTO Patent Application: Plasma Donation System

The USPTO has published a patent application detailing a system and method for individualized plasma donation. The invention aims to collect and determine plasma volume based on donor information and demographic data, adjusting collection protocols accordingly.

USPTO Patent Application: Negative-Pressure Accessory for Instrument

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083886A1) for a negative-pressure accessory designed for use with negative-pressure instruments. The application details a device that includes a cup body and a pressure-sensing module to monitor negative pressure within the cup.

VA ECMO with Pulmonary Artery Ventilation Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083887A1) for a Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) system with pulmonary artery ventilation. The application, filed by CardiacAssist, Inc., describes a dual lumen drainage cannula and associated system components designed to improve patient oxygenation and left ventricle unloading.

USPTO Patent Application: Air-Powered Peritoneal Dialysis System

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083888A1) for an air-powered peritoneal dialysis system with nesting containers. The application details a system comprising a cycler with an air pump, a heater housing, nesting containers, and a control unit.

USPTO Patent Application: Damping Devices for Automated Peritoneal Dialysis Systems

The USPTO has published a new patent application detailing damping devices for automated peritoneal dialysis (APD) systems. The application, filed by inventors Farrukh Usman et al., describes a device with a body, first and second membranes, and a cavity designed to control fluid dynamics within APD systems.

USPTO Patent Application: Perfusion Pump with Occlusion Detection

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083890A1) for a perfusion pump with automatic occlusion detection and controlled adjustment. The application details a roller pump design incorporating sensors to measure pressure and adjust roller block movement to occlude a fluid conduit.

USPTO Patent Application: Aphaeretic Biopsy System with Microfluidic Device

The USPTO has published a new patent application, US20260083891A1, filed by Astrin Biosciences, Inc. The application describes an aphaeretic biopsy system utilizing a microfluidic device to separate and capture circulating tumor cells from a patient's bloodstream.

USPTO Patent Application: Postoperative Chest Drainage Device

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083894A1) for a postoperative chest drainage device. The application details a device designed to collect fluids and separate gases originating from a patient's chest. This is a standard publication of a patent application, not a final grant or rule.

USPTO Patent Application for Surgical Suction Sponge

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083895A1) for a novel surgical suction sponge designed to improve the removal of bodily fluids during procedures. The application details devices, systems, and methods for a removable gasket and sponge assembly intended to protect delicate tissues while enhancing suction efficiency.

USPTO Ergonomical Medical Device Handle Fluid Coupling Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083896A1) for an ergonomical medical device handle with a fluid coupling, designed for procedures like Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS). The application details a telescoping assembly with a shared flush port and locking features to improve device handling and control.

USPTO Patent Application: Body-Worn Therapeutic Speaker Device

The USPTO has published a new patent application for a body-worn therapeutic speaker device designed to deliver vibrational sound therapy. The application details a device that uses wireless speakers to promote circulation, muscle relaxation, and pain relief, while also incorporating mechanisms to minimize radiation exposure.

USPTO Patent Application for Aseptic Liquid Transfer Dispenser

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083637A1) for an aseptic liquid transfer dispenser system. The application details a drug delivery system designed for sterile transfer of liquid products, including a method for aseptically transferring drugs from a vial to the system.

USPTO Patent Application for Safe Surgical Suction Tip

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083475A1) for a new safe surgical suction tip designed to protect delicate tissues while effectively removing fluids. The application was filed by inventor Daniel R. Jacobson.

USPTO Patent Application: Cryo-ablation System for Sympathetic Nervous System Hyperactivity

The USPTO has published a patent application detailing a cryo-ablation system designed to treat sympathetic nervous system hyperactivity. The system utilizes a catheter with a configurable heat transfer element and deployable temperature probes to measure tissue temperature and optimize ablation.

USPTO Patent Application: Catheter with interlocking transition interface

The USPTO has published a new patent application, US20260083935A1, detailing a rapid exchange catheter with an interlocking transition interface. The application, filed on September 26, 2025, describes specific design features for improved catheter functionality and stability.

USPTO Patent Application for Locking Hub Systems

The USPTO has published a patent application for locking hub systems and related methods, filed by Christopher Cindrich. The application details a mechanism designed to align spanning distances and diminish gaps through rotational coupling of proximal and distal components.

USPTO Patent Application: Blood Pump with Reinforced Catheter

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083937A1) for a blood pump with a reinforced catheter, assigned to Abiomed Europe GmbH. The application details a catheter with a tubular stiffening structure designed to receive pressurized fluid.

USPTO Patent Application for Catheter Steering Device

The USPTO has published a new patent application, US20260083938A1, filed by Agile Devices, Inc. The application describes a novel system for steering catheters, designed to improve control and redirection within the body. This patent application is related to medical device technology.

USPTO Patent Application: Vascular Access Sheath

The USPTO has published a new patent application filed by Silk Road Medical, Inc. for a vascular access sheath system. The application details a system designed to limit insertion depth into an artery, with an adjustable exposed portion.

USPTO Patent Application: Catheter Assembly for Septoturbinatoplasty

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083943A1) for a catheter assembly designed for septoturbinatoplasty procedures. The application details a device with a shaft and a primary balloon intended to realign nasal septums and treat turbinates.

USPTO Patent Application: Mucus Extraction Device

The USPTO has published a patent application for a mucus extraction device and method of use. The application describes a device with a compressible body for suction, a housing with a lighting member, and a grip for one-handed operation. The filing date was September 22, 2025.

USPTO Patent Application Filed for Air Extraction Device and Nasal Aspirator

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083893A1) for an air extraction device and nasal aspirator filed by Zhongshan Xingfu Industry and Trade Co., Ltd. The application details a device designed to reduce air pressure within a cavity to create suction.

USPTO Patent Application: Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Dressing

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083897A1) for a dressing designed for negative pressure wound therapy. The application, assigned to PAUL HARTMANN AG, details a dressing with specific structural features to improve exudate distribution.

USPTO Patent Application: Vacuum Wound Dressing Connection Device

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083898A1) for a connection device designed to create a vacuum-tight fluidic connection between a vacuum wound dressing and a vacuum source. The application was filed by PAUL HARTMANN AG and includes specific structural features to prevent tube collapse under vacuum.

FIAU REQ Submission Deadline Reminder

The FIAU Malta has issued a reminder to all subject persons regarding the upcoming deadline for the Risk Evaluation Questionnaire (REQ) submission on March 26, 2026. Timely submission is a legal obligation, and failure to comply may result in administrative penalties.

J. Stephen Hurst Censured for Unauthorized Settlement

The Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility announced that attorney J. Stephen Hurst was publicly censured by the Supreme Court of Tennessee, effective March 25, 2026. The censure stems from improperly negotiating and settling a case without client authorization and failing to inform the court of this lack of approval.

Work Conditions and Benefits for Agricultural State Employees in Poland

The Polish Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy issued a regulation amending the conditions for remuneration and benefits for employees in state budget institutions operating in the agricultural sector. This amendment, published on March 26, 2026, updates existing provisions regarding work conditions and employee benefits.

Regulation on Tax Administration Control

The Polish Ministry of Finance and Economy has issued a regulation amending the rules for tax administration control, specifically concerning operational control conducted by the National Revenue Administration. This amendment modifies existing regulations related to the documentation of such controls.

Minister of Education Regulation on Vocational Training

The Polish Minister of Education issued a regulation on March 20, 2026, amending the general objectives and tasks of education in vocational schools and the classification of vocational education fields. This regulation updates the framework for vocational training programs in Poland.