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Patent CA-2511208-A1 (CA)
Title: Compositions pharmaceutiques de tamsulosine a liberation controlee
Inventor: SRITHARAN SEETHARAMAN
IPC: A61P13/08
Filed: 2003-12-18
Abstract: La présente invention concerne des compositions pharmaceutiques de tamsulosine, ou de sels acceptables d'un point de vue pharmaceutique de celle-ci, à libération contrôlée. L'invention concerne, plus particulièrement, une formulation à libération contrôlée unitaire ou à multiples unités, comprenant un noyau sphérique, et obtenue par addition d'un agent de contrôle de libération à un mélange de tamsulosine et d'un agent de sphéronisation.
Patent CA-2512456-A1 (CA)
Title: Embolus forming in-vivo indwelling coil
Inventor: SAKAI SHINICHI
IPC: A61B17/00
Filed: 2004-01-13
Abstract: The invention provides an embolus forming in-vivo indwelling coil having high pliability, capable of being reliably indwelled in a predetermined region, and allowing re-indwelling operation to be reliably performed, thus having high safety and high operability. The embolus forming in-vivo indwelling coil of the invention is characterized by comprising a coil main body having pliability, and an expansion suppressing member of water- swellable high polymer material that suppresses expansion of the coil main body by becoming swelled when absorbing water, and that is disposed on an inner peripheral surface and/or an outer peripheral surface of the coil main body. In the embolus forming in-vivo indwelling coil of the invention, it is preferable that the water-swellable high polymer material forming the expansion suppressing member be made of a polyvinyl alcohol series polymer.
Patent CA-2513258-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FEUILTAULT DOMINIQUE
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 2005-08-05
Abstract: [0005] More specifically, in accordance with the present invention, there is provided a torque limited ball feeding conveyer system comprising a ball hopper tank, an endless conveyer defining ball receiving pockets for receiving balls from said hopper tank and including a drive stage for moving ball containing pockets in a feed direction, said stage including a controlled torque transmission clutch and a motor driving said clutch, and a ball supply duct downstream said conveyer for receiving balls therefrom and guiding said balls to a ball dispensing device.
Patent CA-2513696-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BEDFORD ANTHONY JONATHAN
IPC: A61M5/32
Filed: 2003-11-19
Abstract: A safety device (10), usable in particular with hypodermic needles, and incorporating a trigger mechanism which when activated primes the device (10) to initiate the unsheathing of the needle in use by flexing one or more needle-surrounding legs (16, 17) away from the needle axis; the initial priming and leg-flexing movement being caused by the interaction of an operative portion of the trigger (13) with the or each said leg (16, 17) or with a member connected operatively thereto; characterised by the feature that, when such movement occurs, the trigger end interacts with the leg (16, 17) or the said part connected thereto in a manner which positively latches and retains the two in engagement.
Patent CA-2514149-A1 (CA)
Title: Flexible drainage systems and methods
Inventor: WELLS JAMES R
IPC: E02D31/02
Filed: 2005-07-29
Abstract: Drainage devices, systems, kits, and methods are provided. The drainage devices, systems, kits, and methods include a drainage device having first and second sheet having drainage features provided on the first and second sheets. The first sheet is parallel to at least a portion of the second sheet. Fabric covers at least a portion of the first sheet and the second sheet.
Patent CA-2517438-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KANSA ROBERT
IPC: G07D11/00
Filed: 2004-03-10
Abstract: An automated banking machine (10) is provided. The automated banking machine may include a fascia (50) in operative connection with a frame (110). The machine may include a plurality of hardware devices which are accessible through the fascia. The hardware devices may include a cash dispenser (24), receipt printer (20), and a card reader (22). The fascia may include replaceable bezels (550,552) with apertures therein for providing access to hardware devices. The bezels may be operative to float with respect to the fascia and hardware devices to automatically align hardware devices with the bezels. In addition the hardware devices may include movable portions which are operative to automatically align with the bezels. The bezels may include ramps, ribs, or other angled surfaces which guide the hardware devices into alignment with the openings in the bezels.
Patent CA-2517894-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for forming an integrated tray for use in vacuum packaging
Inventor: ALBRITTON CHARLES WADE
IPC: B65D81/20
Filed: 2004-03-05
Abstract: A bag for use in vacuum packaging can comprise a first panel (320) and a second panel (322) overlapping each other. One or more trays (230) for retaining a perishable or other product is formed on one or more of the panels. Each tray can optionally have ridges (234) for suspending a product above the tray so that liquid can collect in the tray. In one embodiment, a method for forming such a bag between a cooling roll (104) and laminating roll (102) includes feeding a gas-impermeable material (108) to a nip formed between the rolls. Resin is extruded to the nip such that the resin fills a plurality of cavities of the cooling roll, forming an inner layer that adheres to the gas-impermeable material. A resultant sheet is then folded to form the first and second panel and sealed such that an envelope is formed.
Patent CA-2519946-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SCHWARZ ALEXANDER
IPC: A61K31/74
Filed: 2004-03-05
Abstract: One aspect of the present invention relates to methods of embolizing a vascular site in a mammal comprising introducing into the vasculature of a mammal a composition comprising an inverse thermosensitive polymer, wherein said inverse thermosensitive polymer gels in said vasculature, which composition may be injected through a small catheter, and which compositions gel at or below body temperature. In certain embodiments of the methods of embolization, said composition further comprises a marker molecule, such as a dye, radiopaque, or an MRI-visible compound.
Patent CA-2520584-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for the formation of a coating of metal oxides on an electrically-conducting substrate, resultant activated cathode and use thereof for the electrolysis of aqueous solutions of alkaline metal chlorides
Inventor: DUBOEUF GERARD
IPC: C25B11/04
Filed: 2004-03-25
Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the formation of a coating of metal oxides comprising at least one precious metal from Group VIII of the Periodic Table of the elements, optionally in combination with titanium and/or zirconium, on an electrically conductive substrate made of steel or of iron, which consists in applying a sole solution of acetylacetonate(s) of the said metal(s) dissolved in a (plurality of) solvent(s) which specifically dissolve(s) each metal acetylacetonate; and in then drying and calcining the coated substrate. The invention also relates to an activated cathode obtained from the electrically conductive substrate coated with metal oxides and to its use in the electrolysis of aqueous solutions of alkali metal chlorides.
Patent CA-2522570-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MATTIELLO RUGGERO
IPC: E03D9/05
Filed: 2004-04-23
Abstract: The object of this invention is an aspirating apparatus particularly for toilets (10). This apparatus comprises an aspirator (11), operationally in the inlet connected to the outlet pipe (12) from the flush box (13) of a toilet bowl (14) and in the outlet to the outside of the bathroom or the toilet housing the toilet bowl (14). In one of the embodiments this aspirator (11) is operationally connected in the outlet to the part of the outfall sewer conduit (16) of the toilet bowl (14) placed downstream the siphon (17) of same bowl (14). In this embodiment the apparatus (10) comprises furthermore flow interception means (18) placed between this part of the outfall sewer conduit (16) of the toilet bowl (14) and the outlet pipe (12) from the flush box (13).
Patent CA-2525280-A1 (CA)
Title: Compositions for the treatment of reduced blood flow
Inventor: TAYLOR DUNCAN P
IPC: A61K31/14
Filed: 2004-05-13
Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for the treatment of central nervous system damage in a subject. More particularly, the invention provides a combination therapy for the treatment of a central nervous system ischemic condition or a central nervous system traumatic injury comprising the administration to a subject of a cholinergic agent in combination with a phenyl acetic acid cyclooxygenase-2 selective inhibitor.
Patent CA-2525869-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MILINKOVIC MIRO
IPC: G01N21/76
Filed: 2005-11-07
Abstract: Process and apparatus for measuring the concentration of nickel carbonyl in a gaseous nickel carbonyl sample comprising (a) mixing the nickel carbonyl sample with ozone and carbon monoxide under dynamic flow to produce a gaseous mixture with resulta nt chemiluminescence and photon emission signal; (b) detecting the strength of the signal; and (c) correlating the signal strength with calibrated nickel carbonyl concentration values; the improvement including premixing the ozone and the carbon monoxide to form a pre-mixture prior to mixing with the nickel carbonyl. Most preferably, the signal is measured by an avalanche silicon diode.
Patent CA-2531150-A1 (CA)
Title: Palatable ductile chewable veterinary composition
Inventor: ISELE UTE
IPC: A23K20/195
Filed: 2004-07-29
Abstract: The present invention is directed to palatable ductile chewable veterinary composition for oral administration. The composition is capable of killing endo-parasites and ecto-parasites and/or can be used for treating prophylactic or curative animal diseases, and it is useful for the treatment of any warm-blooded non-human animal, including herd animals, like horses, cattle, sheep or poultry and preferably pets like dogs and cats. It consists basically of (A) an effective amount of one or more ingredients that are active against animal pests, pathogens or animal diseases; (B) meat flavoring; (C) partially gelatinized starch; (D) a softener; and (E) up to 9% water.
Patent CA-2531680-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KEUNEN BERNARDUS ANTOON RENE T
IPC: B65D43/02
Filed: 2004-08-09
Abstract: Thermoformed plastic container lid comprising a substantially sheet like lid body having a depending skirt (1) extending around the full periphery of the lid body, the skirt (1) being suitable for engagement with the peripheral portion of a plastic open top container, comprising a lid rim (2) in a position near the periphery of the lid body, which divides the lid body in a centrally located mirror (3) and an outer part (4) on the other side of the lid rim (2), wherein the lid rim (2) comprises one or more bridges (5) connecting the mirror (3) and the outer part (4).
Patent CA-2531949-A1 (CA)
Title: Current sensor arrangement
Inventor: KOVANKO THOMAS E
IPC: G01R19/00
Filed: 2006-01-04
Abstract: A current sensor is provided including a Rogowski coil in an assembly that is easily positioned about a conductor, e.g. without cutting the line or deenergizing the line. In one arrangement, the Rogowski coil is formed about a split helical structure such that the ends of the Rogowski coil are not coincident. While this does introduce a small error in the current measurement, this small error is easily correctable by calibration and/or application software. The current sensor includes suitable insulation such that it can be placed about energized, high-voltage lines.
Patent CA-2533139-A1 (CA)
Title: Multi-configuration portable electronic device and method for operating the same
Inventor: VUONG HUNG Q
IPC: H04M1/72436
Filed: 2004-07-20
Abstract: A multi-configuration portable electronic device is provided. The device includes at least one processor, a first body element including at least one input, and a second body element including a display. The second body element is pivotally coupled to the first body element such that the device can be positioned into a plurality of physical configurations. In response to a change in the physical configuration of the device, there is a change in at least two of a mode of operation of the input device, a mode of operation of the display, and an active software application being executed by the processor. In a preferred embodiment, the physical configurations of the device include a portrait configuration in which the device functions as a wireless phone, and a landscape configuration in which the device functions as a text messaging pager, PDA, handheld computer, electronic organizer, or media player. Also provided is a method of operating a portable electronic device having a plurality of physical configurations.
Patent CA-2535730-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HARTMAN DENNIS D
IPC: H02G1/14
Filed: 2003-08-14
Abstract: An automatic wire lubricating device includes first and second components ea ch having a body section of semi-annular configuration defining a portion of a continuous cylindrical interior reservoir formed by the body sections when they are fastened together into an annular body defining a central opening, a pipe fitting attached on an outer circumferential side of the body section o f the first component in flow communication with the interior reservoir such that the pipe fitting can be coupled to a soap line coming from a pump, dispensing holes circumferentially spaced apart defined through the body sections providing flow communication from the interior reservoir to the central opening, and coupler pins formed on opposite ends of the body sectio ns of the first and second components which fit together so as to make a tight seal of the interior reservoir when the first and second components are fastened together.
Patent CA-2535805-A1 (CA)
Title: Multifactorial assay for cancer detection
Inventor: GORELIK ELIESER
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-08-13
Abstract: Provided are methods for the rapid detection of ovarian cancer. The methods employ a multiplex immunoassay to detect levels of two or more of the markers EGF, G-CSF, IL-6, IL-8, CA-125; VEGF, MCP-1, anti-IL6, anti-IL8, anti CA-125, anti-c-myc, anti-p53, anti-CEA, anti-CA 15-3, anti-MUC-1, anti-survivin, anti-bHCG, anti-osteopontin, anti-PDGF, anti-Her2/neu, anti-Akt1, anti-cytokeratin 19, cytokeratin 19, EGFR, CEA, kallikrein-8, M-CSF, FasL, ErB2 and Her2/neu in a sample of the patient~s blood, where the presence of abnormal levels of two or more of the markers indicates the presence of ovarian cancer in the patient. An array also is provided to quantitate levels of these markers in a patient~s blood. Also provided is a method of predicting onset of clinical ovarian cancer comprising determining the change in concentration over time of two or more of anti-Her2/neu, anti-MUC-1, anti-c-my, anti-p53, anti-CA-125, anti-CEA, anti-CA 72-4, anti-PDGFR.alpha., IFN.gamma., IL-6, IL-10, TNF.alpha., MIP-1.alpha.m MIP-1.beta., EGFR and Her2/neu in a patient~s blood.
Patent CA-2538991-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RUFO PAUL A
IPC: A61K31/4164
Filed: 2004-09-20
Abstract: This invention relates to methods and materials involved in the treatment of diseases with severe distal colitis component, and more specifically non-fungal and/or non-microbial induced mucositis of the distal intestinal tract.  Kits and pharmaceutical compositions for medical treatments also are provided.
Patent CA-2539994-A1 (CA)
Title: Identification badges with rfid tags and methods thereof
Inventor: VANDAMME PATRICK
IPC: G01V15/00
Filed: 2006-03-17
Abstract: An identification badge includes a badge holder having at least one surface, means to receive a name tag, an RFID tag affixed to the badge holder or the name tag, and a spacer adapted to extend away from the at least one surface. The spacer creates a first distance between the RFID tag and a body of a person wearing the identification badge.
Patent CA-2543078-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VAN EDEN WILLEM
IPC: C07K4/04
Filed: 2004-08-27
Abstract: The invention provides a method for detecting infection of an animal with a micro-organism that causes a slow progressive disease, comprising providing said animal with a protein of said micro-organism, or a functional part, derivative and/or analogue thereof, and measuring an immune response of said animal directed against said micro-organism. With a method of the invention, diagnosis during early stages of an infection has become possible. In one aspect said micro-organism comprises Mycobacterium aviumsubspecies paratuberculosis. Preferably, said protein comprises a surface-associated protein. Peptides comprising B-cell epitopes of M.avium ssp paratuberculosis heat shock protein 70, nucleic acid molecules encoding such peptides and diagnostic kits comprising a peptide and/or nucleic acid molecule of the invention are also herewith provided.
Patent CA-2545722-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods of treating asthma
Inventor: KASAIAN MARION
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-12-22
Abstract: Methods for agents useful for treating asthma are disclosed. The methods include screening for agents that inhibit the production of a PKC-.theta.  protein, as well as for agents that inhibit the kinase activity of a PKC-.theta. protein, or a functional fragment thereof, wherein such agents are useful for treating asthma. The methods also include screening for agents that inhibit the production of a reporter gene product encoded by a nucleic acid sequence operably linked to a PKC-.theta. promoter. Also disclosed are methods of treating asthma that include administering an agent that inhibits the production of a functional PKC-.theta. protein or the kinase activity of a PKC-.theta. protein or a functional fragment thereof. An isolated mast cell lacking expression of endogenous PKC-.theta. is also disclosed.
Patent CA-2545792-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CANUP THOMAS
IPC: G16H10/60
Filed: 2004-11-12
Abstract: Publié sans précis
Patent CA-2546053-A1 (CA)
Title: Amelioration of cataracts, macular degeneration and other ophthalmic diseases
Inventor: MATIER WILLIAM L
IPC: A61K31/445
Filed: 2004-11-22
Abstract: Ophthalmically acceptable compositions used in arresting the development of cataract, presbyopia, macular degeneration and other retinopathies, glaucoma, uveitis and various corneal disorders are disclosed. The compositions are also useful as a prophylactic treatment to prevent or delay development of age-related ocular disorders, which include cataracts, presbyopia, glaucoma and macular degeneration. The compositions comprise a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or diluent and at least one compound having the formula where R1 and R2 are, independently, H or C1 to C3 alkyl ; R3 and R4 are, independently C1 to C3 alkyl; and where R1 and R2, taken together, or R3 and R4, taken together, or both may be cycloalkyl; R5 is H, OH, or C1 to C6 alkyl ; R6 is or C1 to C6 alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, or substituted alkyl or alkenyl ; R7 is C1 to C6 alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, or substituted alkyl or alkenyl or where R6 and R7, or R5, R6 and R7, taken together, form a carbocycle or heterocycle having from 3 to 7 atoms in the ring.
Patent CA-2547361-A1 (CA)
Title: An assembly for delivering solid particulate matter for loading
Inventor: HARRIS JACK
IPC: B65G53/06
Filed: 2006-05-18
Abstract: An assembly for transferring solid particulate matter has a pressurized vessel for retaining a pre-determined quantity of the solid material. A transfer conduit connected to the vessel carries the solid material to a loading vessel, be it a processing tank, a storage vessel, or any other similar container. A discharge nozzle carried by a distant end of the transfer conduit has a plurality of perforations that allow removal of the dust particles by suction from the discharge nozzle. A separate dust removal conduit is secured immediately adjacent to the discharge nozzle for removal of the dust particles away from the discharge nozzle.
Patent CA-2547435-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NILSSON RUNE
IPC: G01N33/574
Filed: 2004-11-26
Abstract: A conjugate comprising a) a trifunctional cross-linking moiety, to which is coupled b) an affinity ligand via a linker 1, c) a cytotoxic agent, optionally via a linker 2, and d) an anti Erb antibody or variants thereof having the ability to bind to Erb antigens expressed on mammalian tumour surfaces with an affinity-binding constant of at least 5x106M-1, wherein the affinity ligand is biotin, or a biotin derivative having essentially the same binding function to avidin or streptavidin as biotin, wherein stability towards enzymatic cleavage of the biotinamide bond has been introduced in linker 1.
Patent CA-2549476-A1 (CA)
Title: Composite catheter braid
Inventor: BOISMIER DENNIS A
IPC: A61L29/10
Filed: 2004-12-08
Abstract: Composite catheter braids can be formed from a plurality of filaments, some of which can include significant amounts of molybdenum. Filaments including stainless steel and other materials can be used in combination with filaments including molybdenum. Individual filaments can be composed of single metals, or can represent alloys. Composite catheter braids can be employed in intravascular catheters.
Patent CA-2556621-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DOLMAN KEVIN FRANCIS
IPC: C22C33/04
Filed: 2005-02-15
Abstract: A method of producing a carbide-containing ferroalloy welding consumable material and a method of producing a hardfacing on a suitable substrate using the consumable material are disclosed. The method of producing the consumable material comprises the steps of forming a homogeneous melt that has a required concentration of key elements, such as carbon, chromium and manganese, for the consumable material and forming a consumable material from the melt.
Patent CA-2556807-A1 (CA)
Inventor: EMOND RICHARD
IPC: B60C27/04
Filed: 2006-08-15
Abstract: A traction device for any motor vehicle which is mounted over the tread surface of a tire and of which is capable of increasing traction when the drive wheels are trapped in snow or ice.     The traction device comprises two structural body members whose one of the two is welded therein frame members secured thereupon flat part members, and which the second structural body member is also engaged therein frame members and secured therewith the first structural body member by means of a threaded bolt to be adjusted in the width direction of the tire, and of which a body member formed therewith each structural body member is arranged on each side of the tire for tightening and firmly gripping the rubber walls of the tires.
Patent CA-2558705-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOHN AL
IPC: B65D33/16
Filed: 2006-08-30
Abstract: A stand-alone dispensable bag and method for packaging prescription drugs, cosmetics, and small objects wherein the bag comprises a bag made of plastic. The bag has a flap which covers an opening of the bag. The bag has a bottom gusset so that the bag can open flat on the bottom.
Patent CA-2558796-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ADAMS MARK L
IPC: A61B1/012
Filed: 2005-03-23
Abstract: Several embodiments of the present invention are generally directed to medical visualization systems that comprise combinations of disposable and resuable components, such as catheter, functional handles, hubs, optical devices, etc.  Other embodiments of the present invention are generally directed to features and aspects of an in-vivo visualization system that comprises an endoscope having a working channel through which a catheter having viewing capabilities is routed. The catheter may obtain viewing capabilities by being constructed as a vision catheter or by having a fiberscope or other viewing device selectively routed through one of its channels. The catheter is preferably of the steerable type so that the distal end of the catheter may be steered from its proximal end as it is advanced with the body. A suitable user for the in-vivo visualization system includes but is not limited to diagnosis and/or treatment of the duodenum, and particularly the biliary tree.