Methods and Devices for Conduit Occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. 128.-. (canceled)29. A method for occluding two fallopian tubes in a human or animal body , comprising ,a) providing a delivery system that delivers an effective amount of an occlusive material composition, wherein the delivery system comprises a delivery device comprising an introducer shaft comprising an atraumatic tip and defining two openings spaced from the atraumatic tip for providing two catheters; two catheters, wherein each catheter comprises an end structure on a delivery end; and means for providing an occlusive material composition into and through the two catheters;b) positioning the atraumatic tip of the introducer shaft at or near the fundus of a uterus;c) positioning the delivery end of each of the catheters at or near a uterine cornua such that each of the end structures is at or near a tubal ostium, wherein the end structure maintains the delivery end in the uterine cornua and aids in localized delivery of the occlusive material composition;d) delivering from each cathether an effective amount of an occlusive material composition at or near the ostia of the fallopian tubes; ande) occluding the fallopian tubes by forming an occlusion with the occlusive material composition within the lumen of each fallopian tube.30. The method of claim 29 , wherein the two fallopian tubes are occluded without removal and re-introduction claim 29 , or substantial repositioning claim 29 , of the ...

Methods and Devices for Delivery of Compositions to Conduits

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of visualizable or treatment compositions or therapeutic agents comprising device elements for diagnosis and/or treatment of conduits. A delivery system comprising an introducer shaft having at least one exit port and at least one delivery catheter for placement of compositions into the conduit, such as a fallopian tube. 119.-. (canceled)20. A method of treatment , comprising ,a) providing a treatment composition to at least a portion of at least one fallopian tube of a human or animal by a delivery system that delivers an effective amount of the treatment composition, wherein the delivery system comprises a delivery device comprising at least an introducer shaft comprising an atraumatic tip for positioning the tip at the uterine fundus and at least one exit port for providing at least one catheter; at least one catheter, wherein at least one catheter comprises an end structure on a delivery end that maintains the delivery end in at least one uterine cornua and aids in localized delivery of the treatment composition, and elements for providing the treatment composition into and through at least one catheter; andb) allowing the treatment composition to remain in at least one fallopian tubes for a predetermined time.21. The method of claim 20 , further comprising claim 20 , c) providing an effective amount of a treatment composition directly to the uterus.22. The method of claim 20 , wherein the treatment composition comprises therapeutic agents comprising methotrexate claim 20 , hormones claim 20 , fertility enhancing compounds claim 20 , fertility interfering compounds claim 20 , motility enhancing compounds claim 20 , motility interfering compounds claim 20 , compounds affecting the cilia/deciliation cycle claim 20 , cilia growth enhancing or interfering compounds claim 20 , ovarian follicle treatment compounds claim 20 , antibacterial claim 20 , antimicrobial claim 20 , antifungal claim ...

METHODS AND DEVICES FOR CERVICAL CELL AND TISSUE SAMPLING

The present invention comprises methods and devices comprising a cutting element used to contact circumferentially and longitudinally the surface walls of the endocervical canal to provide for broad and complete contact of the intended surface with the device, resulting in attainment of a sufficient volume and comprehensive tissue sample for analysis as an endocervical curettage or screening pap smear. The device may provide for a reservoir for the obtained sample to be contained when removing from the cervical canal and vagina. The device may be comprised of a detachable means or be of a material that allows the user to cut the sampling head of the device for placement in collection means to maximize the amount of tissue or cells being sent to the laboratory for analysis. 1. A method of obtaining an endocervical sample , comprising: i. a handle having a distal end and a longitudinal axis;', 'ii. an elongate wand extending outwardly from the distal end of the handle substantially along the longitudinal axis, wherein the wand has an exterior surface, a front end and a back end, and wherein the back end is fixedly mounted to the distal end of the handle.;', 'iii. a selectively moveable actuator coupled to the handle and to a sheath;', 'iv. a sheath selectively encapsulating a portion of the wand and fixedly mounted to a portion of the wand proximate the front end of the wand and to a portion of an actuator, wherein the distal end portion of the sheath and a portion of the exterior surface of the wand underlying the distal end portion of the sheath define a sample collection cavity, wherein the sheath defines at least one slit on a distal end portion of the sheath, the slit being bordered by opposing edges, wherein the slit is selectively movable between a closed position, in which the opposing edges of the helical slit substantially adjoin to substantially seal the sample collection cavity, and an open position, in which the opposing edges of the slit are spaced from ...

Methods and Devices for Conduit Occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. 128-. (canceled)29. A contraceptive device , comprising ,an introducer shaft having a closed tip for contacting the fundus of a uterus and having at least one exit port spaced from the closed tip for providing at least one catheter; andat least one catheter, comprising at the delivery end, an end structure that aids in localized delivery of a composition to the tubal ostia of a fallopian tube, wherein the end structure is a cup, nozzle, or balloon.30. The contraceptive device of claim 29 , wherein the introducer shaft has one exit port and wherein the contraceptive device has one catheter.31. The contraceptive device of claim 29 , wherein the introducer shaft has two exit ports and wherein the contraceptive device has two catheters.32. The contraceptive device of claim 29 , further comprising means for providing the composition into and through the at least one catheter.33. The contraceptive device of claim 29 , further comprising a delivery device stabilizer for holding the contraceptive device in place once positioned therein a patient.34. The contraceptive device of claim 33 , wherein the delivery device stabilizer fits over or attaches to the cervix of the patient or fits into or expands within the cervix to hold the device in position.35. The contraceptive device of claim 29 , wherein the at least one catheter is a dual lumen balloon catheter.36. The contraceptive device of claim 29 , ...

Methods and Devices for Delivery of Compositions to Conduits

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of visualizable or treatment compositions or therapeutic agents comprising device elements for diagnosis and/or treatment of conduits. A delivery system comprising an introducer shaft having at least one exit port sad at least one delivery catheter tor placement of compositions into the conduit, such as a fallopian tube. 119.-. (canceled)20. A method of treatment , comprising ,providing a treatment composition to at least a portion of one or two fallopian tubes of a human or animal by a delivery system that delivers an effective amount of the treatment composition, wherein the delivery system comprises a delivery device comprising at least an introducer shaft comprising an atraumatic tip for positioning the tip at the uterine fundus and one or two exit ports for providing one or two catheters; one or two catheters, wherein each of the one or two catheters comprises an end structure on a delivery end that maintains the delivery end in an uterine cornua and aids in localized delivery of the treatment composition; and elements for providing the treatment composition into and through the one or two catheters; and a treatment composition.21. The method of claim 20 , wherein a treatment composition is provided to at least a portion of one fallopian tube claim 20 , wherein the delivery device has one exit port and one catheter claim 20 , and wherein the treatment composition is provided into and through the one catheter.22. The method of claim 20 , wherein a treatment composition is provided to at least a portion of two fallopian tubes claim 20 , wherein the delivery device has two exit ports and two catheters claim 20 , and wherein the treatment composition is provided into and through the two catheters.23. The method of claim 20 , further comprising (c) providing an effective amount of a treatment composition directly to the uterus.24. The method of claim 21 , further comprising (c) providing ...

Methods and Devices for Conduit Occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. 128-. (canceled)29. A method for opening the lumen of at least one occluded fallopian tube , comprising ,a) providing a delivery system comprising a delivery device comprising at least an introducer shaft with at least one exit port for providing at least one catheter; at least one catheter comprising an end structure on a delivery end, and one or more elements for opening a conduit,b) providing the introducer shaft through the cervix,c) positioning the delivery end of at least one catheter at or near the uterine cornua so that the one or more elements for opening a conduit are at an occlusion in the lumen of at least one fallopian tube;d) activating the one or more elements for opening a conduit at the occlusion in the lumen of the at least one fallopian tube; ande) opening the lumen of the at least one fallopian tube.30. The method of claim 29 , wherein the one or more elements for opening the conduit comprise devices or members for providing shockwaves to shatter the occluding material claim 29 , chemical elements including solvents claim 29 , biological elements including enzymes claim 29 , or mechanical elements including stiff or cutting catheter ends to recanalize the lumen.31. The method of claim 29 , further comprisingf) maintaining the opening of the lumen of the at least one fallopian tube by providing a stent within the lumen of the at least one fallopian tube.32. A method for ...

Methods and devices for conduit occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included.

Methods and Devices for Cervical Cell and Tissue Sampling

The present invention comprises methods and devices comprising a cutting element used to contact circumferentially and longitudinally the surface walls of the endocervical canal to provide for broad and complete contact of the intended surface with the device, resulting in attainment of a sufficient volume and comprehensive tissue sample for analysis as an endocervical curettage or screening pap smear. The device may provide for a reservoir for the obtained sample to be contained when removing from the cervical canal and vagina. The device may be comprised of a detachable means or be of a material that allows the user to cut the sampling head of the device for placement in collection means to maximize the amount of tissue or cells being sent to the laboratory for analysis.

METHODS AND DEVICES FOR CONDUIT OCCLUSION

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. 128.-. (canceled)29. A method for occluding at least one fallopian tube in a mammal , comprising ,a) positioning at a uterine fundus of a mammal a closed tip of an introducer shaft of a delivery device of a delivery system that delivers an effective amount of an occlusive material composition, the delivery system comprising the delivery device comprising a handle; the introducer shaft having a proximal end operatively connected to the handle and the opposed closed tip, the introducer shaft defining a catheter channel along the interior length of the introducer shaft and defining at least one catheter channel opening spaced proximally from the closed tip of the introducer shaft, wherein the catheter channel is configured for providing at least one catheter; at least one catheter having a delivery end and an end structure, wherein the at least one catheter is configured to be received therein the catheter channel of the introducer shaft; and elements for providing an occlusive material composition into and through the catheter;wherein the closed tip of the introducer shaft is positioned at the uterine fundus by inserting the introducer shaft therethrough a cervix of the mammal until the closed tip contacts a uterine fundus of the mammal, and the at least one catheter channel opening is directed toward a uterine cornua of the mammal;b) moving the at least one catheter therethrough the catheter ...

METHODS AND DEVICES FOR CONDUIT OCCLUSION

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. 128.-. (canceled)29. A method for delivering a fluid composition to one fallopian tube in a mammal , comprising ,a) positioning at the cornua of one fallopian tube of a mammal, an end structure of a catheter so that a delivery end of the catheter is located within the uterine cornua and is at or near a tubal ostium, wherein the end structure maintains the delivery end in the uterine cornua and aids in localized delivery of the fluid composition;b) delivering an effective amount of the fluid composition through and out the delivery end of the catheter so that at least a portion of the fluid composition is delivered to the fallopian tube.30. The method of claim 29 , wherein the end structure comprises a nozzle claim 29 , balloon claim 29 , or a cup.31. The method of claim 29 , further comprising claim 29 ,c) withdrawing the catheter.32. The method of claim 29 , further comprising claim 29 , imaging with sonography the uterus claim 29 , the fallopian tube or both claim 29 , before the step a).33. The method of claim 31 , further comprising claim 31 , imaging with sonography the uterus claim 31 , the fallopian tube or both claim 31 , before step a) or after step c).34. The method of claim 31 , further comprising imaging with sonography the uterus claim 31 , the fallopian tube or both claim 31 , before step a) and after step c).35. A method for delivering a fluid composition to two fallopian tubes ...

Methods and Devices for Conduit Occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. 128-. (canceled)29. A method for occluding one fallopian tube in a mammal , comprising ,a) providing a delivery system that delivers an effective amount of an occlusive material composition, the delivery system comprising a delivery device comprising at least a handle; an introducer shaft having a proximal end operatively connected to the handle and an opposed closed tip, the introducer shaft defining a catheter channel along the interior length of the introducer shaft and defining a respective catheter channel opening spaced proximally from the closed tip of the introducer shaft, wherein the catheter channel is configured for providing a respective catheter; one catheter having a delivery end, wherein the catheter is configured to be received therein the catheter channel of the introducer shaft; and means for providing an occlusive material composition into and through the catheter;b) inserting the introducer shaft therethrough a cervix of the mammal until the closed tip contacts a uterine fundus of the mammal, and the catheter channel opening is directed toward a uterine cornua of the mammal;c) moving the catheter therethrough the catheter channel until the delivery end of the catheter exits the catheter channel opening and the delivery end of the catheter is located within the uterine cornua and the end structure is at or near a tubal ostium, wherein the end structure maintains the delivery ...

METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR CONDUIT OCCLUSION

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. 128.-. (canceled)29. A method for occluding one fallopian tube in a mammal , comprising ,a) positioning at the cornua of one fallopian tube of a mammal, an end structure of a catheter so that a delivery end of the catheter is located within the uterine cornua and is at or near a tubal ostium, wherein the end structure maintains the delivery end in the uterine cornua and aids in localized delivery of the occlusive material composition;b) delivering an effective amount of an occlusive material composition through and out the delivery end of the catheter so that the fallopian tube is occluded, wherein the occlusive material composition comprises a material that polymerizes after delivery of the occlusive material composition.30. The method of claim 29 , wherein the end structure comprises a nozzle claim 29 , balloon claim 29 , or a cup.31. The method of claim 29 , further comprising claim 29 ,c) withdrawing the catheter.32. The method of claim 29 , further comprising claim 29 , imaging with sonography the uterus claim 29 , the fallopian tube or both claim 29 , before the step a).33. The method of claim 31 , further comprising claim 31 , imaging with sonography the uterus claim 31 , the fallopian tube or both claim 31 , before step a) or after step c).34. The method of claim 31 , further comprising imaging with sonography the uterus claim 31 , the fallopian tube or both claim 31 , before step a) ...

METHODS AND DEVICES FOR CONDUIT OCCLUSION

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. 128-. (canceled)29. A method for occluding one fallopian tube in a mammal , comprising ,a) providing a delivery system that delivers an effective amount of an occlusive material composition, the delivery system comprising a delivery device comprising at least a handle; an introducer shaft having a proximal end operatively connected to the handle and an opposed closed tip, the introducer shaft defining a catheter channel along the interior length of the introducer shaft and defining a respective catheter channel opening spaced proximally from the closed tip of the introducer shaft, wherein the catheter channel is configured for providing a respective catheter; one catheter having a delivery end, wherein the catheter is configured to be received therein the catheter channel of the introducer shaft; and means for providing an occlusive material composition into and through the catheter;b) inserting the introducer shaft therethrough a cervix of the mammal until the closed tip contacts a uterine fundus of the mammal, and the catheter channel opening is directed toward a uterine cornua of the mammal;c) moving the catheter therethrough the catheter channel until the delivery end of the catheter exits the catheter channel opening and the delivery end of the catheter is located within the uterine cornua and the end structure is at or near a tubal ostium, wherein the end structure maintains the delivery ...

Methods and devices for delivery of compositions to conduits

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of visualizable or treatment compositions or therapeutic agents comprising device elements for diagnosis and/or treatment of conduits. A delivery system comprising an introducer shaft having at least one exit port and at least one delivery catheter for placement of compositions into the conduit, such as a fallopian tube.

Methods and devices for conduit occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included.

Methods and devices for conduit occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included.

Methods and devices for conduit occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included.

Methods and Devices for Conduit Occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included.

Methods and devices for conduit occlusion

The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included.

Methods and devices for cervical cell and tissue sampling

Methods and devices for cervical cell and tissue sampling

The present invention comprises methods and devices comprising a cutting element used to contact circumferentially and longitudinally the surface walls of the endocervical canal to provide for broad and complete contact of the intended surface with the device, resulting in attainment of a sufficient volume and comprehensive tissue sample for analysis as an endocervical curettage or screening pap smear. The device may provide for a reservoir for the obtained sample to be contained when removing from the cervical canal and vagina. The device may be comprised of a detachable means or be of a material that allows the user to cut the sampling head of the device for placement in collection means to maximize the amount of tissue or cells being sent to the laboratory for analysis.

Methods and devices for cervical cell and tissue sampling

The present invention comprises methods and devices comprising a cutting element used to contact circumferentially and longitudinally the surface walls of the endocervical canal to provide for broad and complete contact of the intended surface with the device, resulting in attainment of a sufficient volume and comprehensive tissue sample for analysis as an endocervical curettage or screening pap smear. The device may provide for a reservoir for the obtained sample to be contained when removing from the cervical canal and vagina. The device may be comprised of a detachable means or be of a material that allows the user to cut the sampling head of the device for placement in collection means to maximize the amount of tissue or cells being sent to the laboratory for analysis.

Devices for cervical cell and tissue sampling

Methods and devices for cervical cell and tissue sampling

The present invention comprises methods and devices comprising a cutting element used to contact circumferentially and longitudinally the surface walls of the endocervical canal to provide for broad and complete contact of the intended surface with the device, resulting in attainment of a sufficient volume and comprehensive tissue sample for analysis as an endocervical curettage or screening pap smear. The device may provide for a reservoir for the obtained sample to be contained when removing from the cervical canal and vagina. The device may be comprised of a detachable means or be of a material that allows the user to cut the sampling head of the device for placement in collection means to maximize the amount of tissue or cells being sent to the laboratory for analysis.