Kyle R Bowers

US Patent:

7822471, Oct 26, 2010

Filed:

Jul 29, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/192781

Inventors:

Kyle R. Bowers - Boxborough MA, US

Assignee:

Access CardioSystems, Inc. - Concord MA

International Classification:

A61B 5/04

US Classification:

600513, 600527, 600534

Abstract:

Medical apparatus for detecting the presence of artifact signals generated in the electrocardiogram of a patient by CPR and/or other patient motion. The presence of artifact signals is determined by analyzing variations in a measured electrical signal that represents the patient's transthoracic impedance. Such detection is important because the presence of CPR and/or motion artifacts can disrupt a patient's electrocardiogram (ECG) signal. The patient's impedance signal data is stored in the apparatus and analyzed to determine if the characteristics are indicative of the presence of CPR and/or motion artifacts. This analysis is performed independently of ECG data and may be used as an indicator of the underlying ECG rhythm classification. In essence, if the impedance exceeds some threshold amount, so as to indicate the presence of CPR or patient motion which can render the ECG data unreliable, the normal interpretation of the ECG data is interrupted. Applications of the invention include, but are not limited to, advising or not advising, defibrillation therapy, CPR or intravenous medicinal therapy.

US Patent:

8577475, Nov 5, 2013

Filed:

Mar 11, 2010

Appl. No.:

12/722216

Inventors:

Kyle R. Bowers - Boxborough MA, US

International Classification:

A61N 1/04

US Classification:

607 60, 607 5, 607 6

Abstract:

A Wireless Monitoring Apparatus is used in conjunction with an automated external defibrillator (AED) system for patient rescue in mass-casualty incidents. The rescuer applies the device on each patient. The wireless monitoring apparatus automatically analyzes the patient's heart rhythm and communicates with the AED system. The AED system is therefore is able to display information with regard to each patient, notifies the rescuer on actions to take and can deliver defibrillation therapy if needed.

US Patent:

20060022645, Feb 2, 2006

Filed:

Jul 29, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/193940

Inventors:

Kyle Bowers - Boxborough MA, US

International Classification:

H02J 7/00

US Classification:

320132000

Abstract:

A defibrillator system and associated methodology for determining capacity of a battery and/or a number of battery cells contained in a pack. The system measures and stores the battery or battery pack voltage signal data and uses an algorithm to determine the remaining capacity. The algorithm takes into account the operating mode of the device, historical information of the device including, but not limited to, how long it has been since the device has been used, how the device has been used (e.g. shocking mode or idle mode), how many times the device has been used with its installed battery or battery pack, how many charging cycles and/or shocks have been delivered etc. The output from the system is fed back to the user to inform the user when the battery is low, needs to be replaced and/or how many remaining shocks are left the battery.

US Patent:

20060111750, May 25, 2006

Filed:

Nov 23, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/286870

Inventors:

Kyle Bowers - Boxborough MA, US

International Classification:

A61N 1/39

US Classification:

607005000

Abstract:

An automatic external defibrillator (AED) with a discrete sensing pulse for use in configuring a therapeutic biphasic waveform. The sensing pulse is used to determine a patient-specific parameter (e.g., thoracic impedance) prior to delivery of the therapy waveform. The defibrillator adjusts the therapy waveform, based on the patient-specific parameter, prior to delivery to the patient.

US Patent:

20060136000, Jun 22, 2006

Filed:

Nov 18, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/282186

Inventors:

Kyle Bowers - Boxborough MA, US

International Classification:

A61N 1/39

US Classification:

607005000

Abstract:

An automatic external defibrillator with an intelligent self-test system that ensures device readiness. The self-test system conditionally runs functional tests based on knowledge of device use, time of day, pre-programmed information, operational features and previous events. The condition of the defibrillator is indicated visually, audibly or both based on the results of the self-test performed.

US Patent:

20070032830, Feb 8, 2007

Filed:

Aug 4, 2006

Appl. No.:

11/499273

Inventors:

Kyle Bowers - Boxborough MA, US

International Classification:

A61N 1/39

US Classification:

607005000

Abstract:

An Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) with wireless communications contained within the device. The wireless system is used to contact a remote emergency specialist. The remote instructor guides the lay rescuer through the resuscitation effort, thereby increasing the likelihood for successful defibrillation.

US Patent:

20080177341, Jul 24, 2008

Filed:

Oct 29, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/978261

Inventors:

Kyle R. Bowers - Boxborough MA, US

International Classification:

A61B 5/04
A61N 1/00

US Classification:

607 5, 607142, 600509

Abstract:

An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) with wireless patient monitoring capability. The AED is used in conjunction with a monitoring chest strap that transmits the patient's ECG and other parameters over a wireless network to the AED. The AED is capable of monitoring several patients simultaneously for use in mass casualty incidents. The AED notifies and indicates to the operator when a patient requires defibrillation therapy. The device is ready to shock once the defibrillation electrodes are applied.

US Patent:

20110130665, Jun 2, 2011

Filed:

Oct 25, 2010

Appl. No.:

12/911393

Inventors:

Kyle R. Bowers - Boxborough MA, US

International Classification:

A61B 5/0205
A61B 5/0408
G09B 23/28
A61B 5/02
G08B 1/08

US Classification:

600483, 600509, 434265, 600508, 34053912

Abstract:

A method and system for expediting the rescue of victims experiencing sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) when used in conjunction with an automated external defibrillator (AED). The system involves an apparatus that calls for help (i.e. 911), detects SCA and cardiac arrhythmias, locates an AED, guides the rescuer through CPR and connection of the AED. A second apparatus is in the enclosure that contains the AED, sends location information to the other apparatus, triggers audible and visual indicators, and provides information on the victim's location.