Method and Apparatus for Treating Renal Disease with Hemodialysis Utilizing Pulsatile Pump

Case Number: TT0004

Inventor(s):

• Craig McCotter
• Paul Bolin

Department(s):

• Department of Internal Medicine

Description:
Dr. Craig McCotter and Dr. Paul Bolin have developed a device that introduces improved pulse flow into the dialysis process. Specifically, traditional hemodialysis devices produce a pulsatile flow of approximately 5mmHg by using roller head pumps. The device developed by Dr. McCotter, produces a pulsatile flow of more than 30mmHg at a rate of 50 to 60 cycles per minute (cpm). In addition, the device uses a combination of roller head and piston style pumps to introduce an effective pulsatile flow, defined at a rate of greater than 30mmHg.

Availability: Available for either exclusive or nonexclusive licensing

Case Manager: Mark Foley