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Covidien competitive analysis

Latest publications and patents of Covidien New

Explore the latest publications and patents granted to Covidien, showcasing their recent innovations and technological advancements.

Last updated on: Sep 23, 2025
Publication NumberPublication DateTitleLegal Status

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EP2252247
Sep 7, 2022Shear Resistant Wound Dressing For Use In Vacuum Wound TherapyPatent Maintained As Amended
EP2974685
Jul 20, 2022Gap Control Via Overmold Teeth And Hard StopsPatent Maintained As Amended
EP2371335
May 12, 2021Medical Dressing Containing Antimicrobial AgentGranted And Under Opposition
EP2379034
Aug 5, 2020Method And Apparatus For Bridging From A Dressing In Negative Pressure Wound TherapyOpposition Rejected
EP3061471
Jul 31, 2019Medical Devices With Sealing PropertiesRevoked
EP3266391
May 1, 2019Apparatus For Flow RestorationRevoked
EP3021924
Mar 13, 2019Microcatheter With Modified Ptfe LinerRevoked
EP1769763
Mar 7, 2018System For Creating Lesions Using Bipolar ElectrodesRevoked
EP2517751
Feb 28, 2018Safety Iv Catheter AssembliesNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
EP3069665
Jan 31, 2018Pivot Mechanism For Surgical DeviceNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit

Latest patents of Covidien opposed by its competitors

Explore Covidien's recently opposed patents, revealing key competitive challenges and strategic patent disputes in the industry. Track oppositions filed by competitors to understand technology battlegrounds and assess potential risks.

Last updated on: Sep 25, 2025
Patent NumberGrant DateTitleTotal Oppositions
EP2252247
Sep 7, 2022Shear Resistant Wound Dressing For Use In Vacuum Wound Therapy1
EP2974685
Jul 20, 2022Gap Control Via Overmold Teeth And Hard Stops1
EP2371335
May 12, 2021Medical Dressing Containing Antimicrobial Agent1
EP2379034
Aug 5, 2020Method And Apparatus For Bridging From A Dressing In Negative Pressure Wound Therapy1
EP3061471
Jul 31, 2019Medical Devices With Sealing Properties1
EP3266391
May 1, 2019Apparatus For Flow Restoration1
EP3021924
Mar 13, 2019Microcatheter With Modified Ptfe Liner1
EP1769763
Mar 7, 2018System For Creating Lesions Using Bipolar Electrodes1
EP2254485
Aug 30, 2017Methods And Apparatus For Flow Restoration1
EP3005955
Aug 2, 2017Hand Held Electromechanical Surgical System Including Battery Compartment Diagnostic Display1

Latest PTAB cases involving Covidien

Discover the latest PTAB cases involving Covidien, highlighting their recent legal challenges and patent disputes.

Last updated on: Sep 29, 2025
Proceeding NumberFiling DatePetitionerRespondentStatus

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IPR2016-01276Jun 28, 2016COVIDIEN LPUNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA RESEARCH FOUNDATIONTerminated
IPR2016-01275Jun 28, 2016COVIDIEN LPUNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA RESEARCH FOUNDATIONTerminated
IPR2016-01274Jun 28, 2016COVIDIEN LPUNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA RESEARCH FOUNDATIONTerminated
IPR2016-00944Apr 25, 2016ETHICON ENDO SURGERYCOVIDIENInstitution Denied
IPR2015-01275May 27, 2015ETHICON ENDO SURGERYCOVIDIENInstitution Denied
IPR2015-01274May 27, 2015ETHICON ENDO SURGERYCOVIDIENFinal Written Decision
IPR2013-00209Mar 25, 2013COVIDIEN LPETHICON ENDO SURGERYFinal Written Decision

Peer Comparison New

IP litigation analysis comparing Covidien with top 3 competitors. Includes complete PTAB case data and opposition data from 2018 onwards.

Last updated on: Sep 25, 2025
CompanyOppositions FiledOppositions FacedPTAB Cases FiledPTAB Cases FacedStrategy Type
COVIDIEN LP - 124 - Balanced
ETHICON1213914Balanced
KCI MANUFACTURING UNLIMITED33 - - - Highly Aggressive
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA RESEARCH FOUNDATION - 1 - 4Non-Active