03rd week of 2014 patent applcation highlights part 53 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20140018685 | OPTICAL INSPECTION DEVICE, ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVE DETECTION METHOD, ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVE DETECTION DEVICE, ORGANISM OBSERVATION METHOD, MICROSCOPE, ENDOSCOPE, AND OPTICAL TOMOGRAPHIC IMAGE GENERATION DEVICE - An optical inspection device | 2014-01-16 |
20140018686 | DATA COLLECTION UNIT POWER AND NOISE MANAGEMENT - A physical activity data collection system includes one or more accelerometer units in communication with a data collection unit, where the data collection unit, includes one or more infrared sensors configured to provide an output indicative of a pulse rate of a user of the physical activity data collection unit. The data collection unit may also include at least one temperature sensor configured to provide an output indicative of at least a body temperature of the user; and at least one accelerometer configured to provide an output indicative of movements of the user. The system may also include a microcontroller configured to evaluate the outputs of the two or more infrared sensors at a plurality of power levels; select at least one of the two or more infrared sensors for data collection; and reduce an amount of power applied to infrared sensors other than the at least one of the two or more infrared sensors selected for data collection. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018687 | BLOOD PRESSURE MEASURING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CALIBRATING CENTRAL BLOOD PRESSURE ESTIMATION PARAMETER - In an ultrasonic blood pressure meter | 2014-01-16 |
20140018688 | DEVICE BASED CARDIAC MONITORING AND STRESS TEST - A medical device and associated method establish an occurrence of a premature atrial contraction. The device senses a ventricular signal. A control unit is configured to determine a metric of the ventricular signal during an interval following the premature atrial contraction and detect a change in cardiac stress tolerance in response to the determined metric. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018689 | ACTIVE MEDICAL DEVICE FOR MONITORING THE STATUS OF A PATIENT SUFFERING FROM A RISK OF HEART FAILURE - An active medical device is configured to receive inputs and to calculate a hemodynamic parameter representative of myocardium contractility determined from an endocardial acceleration signal. The microcontroller acquires heart rate and hemodynamic parameter pairs of values during a plurality of cardiac cycles. The microcontroller is configured to distribute the pairs of values into discrete bins to develop a profile for analysis. The microcontroller is configured to conduct an analysis comprising calculating an index representative of the patient's clinical status. The hemodynamic parameter representative of the myocardial contractility is a time interval separating the first and the second peak of endocardial acceleration. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018690 | SENSING RATE OF CHANGE OF PRESSURE IN THE LEFT VENTRICLE WITH AN IMPLANTED DEVICE - An implantable device and method for monitoring S1 heart sounds with a remotely located accelerometer. The device includes a transducer that converts heart sounds into an electrical signal. A control circuit is coupled to the transducer. The control circuit is configured to receive the electrical signal, identify an S1 heart sound, and to convert the S1 heart sound into electrical information. The control circuit also generates morphological data from the electrical information. The morphological data relates to a hemodynamic metric, such as left ventricular contractility. A housing may enclose the control circuit. The housing defines a volume coextensive with an outer surface of the housing. The transducer is in or on the volume defined by the housing. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018691 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR MONITORING CARBON DIOXIDE - Various embodiments provide a medical device for monitoring an exhaled breath from a patient. Some embodiments include a tubular portion and a distal member comprising an at least partially shielded sampling hole. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018692 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PULMONARY VENTILATION IMAGING USING LOCAL VOLUME CHANGES - The invention provides a novel method of high-resolution quantifiable pulmonary regional ventilation imaging using a package of computer programs, including deformable image registration and local volume change calculation on 4-D or breath-hold CT images. High resolution 3D ventilation images have been generated using this technique with superior quality. The deformation matrices between different respiration phases are calculated using deformable image registration and applied to calculate local volume change ΔV between respiration phases. The invention provides less image-noise and mismatch sensitivity than other techniques based on CT images, and is less expensive than nuclear medicine imaging. Implemented clinically, the method can derive a patient's pulmonary ventilation information from the same set of 4-D CT images, providing a cheaper but more accurate method to generate clinical lung ventilation image. Such information can be utilized in treatment planning sparing functional lung volumes without additional procedure and cost for lung functional imaging. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018693 | METHOD FOR SEPARATING SIGNAL SOURCES BY USE OF PHYSICALLY UNIQUE DICTIONARY ELEMENTS - A method for separating signal sources by use of physically unique dictionary elements. The method is particularly advantageous for separating cerebral from artifactual sources in electroencephalographic (EEG) recording, making use of dictionary element pattern recognition methods that are tuned to the unique physical properties of each source domain. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018694 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MOTOR REHABILITATION - A method of calibrating a motor imagery detection module and a system for motor rehabilitation are provided. The method comprises acquiring Electroencephalography (EEG) data from a subject; selecting classification features from the EEG data; wherein the feature selection comprises modelling an idle state ω | 2014-01-16 |
20140018695 | Multi-Channel Stimulation Threshold Detection Algorithm for use with Neurophysiology Monitoring Systems - The present invention relates generally to an algorithm aimed at neurophysiology monitoring, and more particularly to an algorithm capable of quickly finding stimulation thresholds over multiple channels of a neurophysiology monitoring system. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018696 | PROTECTIVE MATRIX FOR INTRACORPOREAL BIOSENSORS THAT IMPROVES GASTROINTESTINAL LEAK DETECTION, DETECTS AIR LEAKS AFTER LUNG SURGERY, AND MEASURES CARDIAC OUTPUT AFTER HEART SURGERY - The system and method may measure and monitor physiological changes in a body. In some embodiments, the system and method may measure the impedance at a site in the body. In some embodiments, the system and method identify, quantify, and localize leaks from a site following surgery, measure cardiac contractility, or lung compliance. In an embodiment, the system includes a measuring device with one or more sensors embedded in a porous matrix. Changes in the electrical properties of one or more sensors may be used to determine the presence of leaks from a site following surgery, measure cardiac contractility, or lung compliance, depending on the position of the device. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018697 | HEATING/SENSING CATHETER APPARATUS FOR MINIMALLY INVASIVE APPLICATION - Catheter apparatus comprises a coaxial cable having proximal and distal ends. The cable includes a hollow center conductor, an outer conductor and an electrically insulating layer between the conductors. An antenna is at the distal end of the cable, and a diplexer is connected to the cable, the diplexer including a transmit path for connecting the antenna to a transmitter which transmits first frequency signals and a receive path for connecting the antenna to a receiver which detects second frequency signals the diplexer isolating the signals on the two paths from one another. A transmission line connects the cable to the diplexer, the transmission line having a segment with a tubular inner conductor one end of which is connected to the center conductor and a second end of which is adapted for connection to a coolant source, the center and inner conductors forming a continuous coolant pathway. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018698 | METHOD TO ESTIMATE THE SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL AT EARDRUM USING MEASUREMENTS AWAY FROM THE EARDRUM - A method for measuring sound pressure at a tympanic membrane of a wearer's ear including a high frequency range with a hearing assistance device. The hearing assistance device comprises a processor connected to a sensor in the ear canal. The device provides a measure of the sound pressure level at the tympanic membrane of the wearer using a null frequency and a null Q measured at a distant position away from the tympanic membrane. The method does not require a precise knowledge of the ear canal, nor does it require an elaborate calibration step. In various embodiments, the present approach works at low and high frequencies. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018699 | FINE NEEDLE BIOPSY WITH ADAPTOR - Disclosed herein is a biopsy needle system, an adaptor for the system, and a method of using the system. The system includes an outer needle, an inner needle, and an adaptor. The outer needle has a longitudinal passage, a length, and a hub on the proximal end of the outer needle. The inner needle has a longitudinal passage and a length that is greater than the length of the outer needle. The inner needle is configured to fit within the longitudinal passage of the outer needle. The adaptor is configured to fit within the hub of the outer needle and includes a tapered longitudinal passage that guides a distal end of the inner needle through the adaptor and into the longitudinal passage of the outer needle. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018700 | NON-PENETRATIVE BLOOD CONTAINER AND APPARATUS FOR VACUUMING THE SAME - A non-penetrative vacuum blood container for storing blood sample, the non-penetrative vacuum blood container comprises: (a) a cap ( | 2014-01-16 |
20140018701 | Liquid Sampling, Storage, Transfer and Delivery Device - The present invention provides a liquid sampling, storage, transfer and delivery device comprising housing containing a porous nib. The porous nib in the device contacts the sample, collects the sample, stores the sample, transports the sample inside its porous matrix and releases the sample from the porous matrix upon demand. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018702 | Urine Flow Monitoring Device and Method - Unique characteristic sounds produced as urine impacts the surface of the water are used to monitor men's urinary flow patterns and their dynamics. By detecting the intensity at selected acoustic frequencies, it is possible to accurately and precisely measure the urine flow rate. Techniques for analyzing urine flow and its dynamics employ sound levels that are detected with digital filters at two or more distinct frequency regions or channels of the sound spectrum. One frequency region that is designated the measurement channel is where the sound measurement intensity strongly depends on urine flow levels. Another frequency region that is designated the reference channel is where the sound measurement intensity is not dependent on urine flow levels. By using a combination of measurements from the measurement channel and the reference channel, the urine flow monitoring apparatus compensates for variations in operating conditions and other factors during use. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018703 | MICROPHONE FOR REMOTE HEALTH SENSING - A health sensing device is described for placement on a user. The device may include a sensor, a filter, and a transmitter. The sensor is configured to sense one or more factors relating to an indicator of a health related condition or occurrence. The filter is configured to evaluate a signal from the sensor and determine if the indicator has been detected. The transmitter is arranged for initiating a transmission based on a signal from the filter. The sensor can include one or more microphone devices, accelerometers, and/or MEMs devices. A method of monitoring a user for a health related condition is also described. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018704 | TRI-AXIAL ELECTRO-GONIOMETER FOR SPINAL MOTION, ASSOCIATED SYSTEM AND METHODS - A goniometer has three potentiometers with axes of rotation that intersect at a point for measuring angular range of motion of an anatomy, such as of the spine or jointed appendages. The intersecting axes facilitate calculation of angle based on potentiometer output and allow the rotations on each of the three axes to be measured independently and simultaneously without mechanical or electrical cross talk. The angular measurements may be recorded on a computer for analysis and playback and may be continuously captured over a range of motion. The captured data may be compared to samples from the same person or others to aid in assessment of function. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018705 | GAIT ANALYSIS METHOD AND GAIT ANALYSIS SYSTEM - A gait analysis method is implemented by a gait analysis system including a sensing unit, a storing unit storing a plurality of computing programs, and a processing unit electrically connected to the sensing unit and the storing unit, and comprises steps of: sensing a gait by the sensing unit to output a sensing signal, wherein a gait cycle includes a stance phase, a push-off phase, a swing phase and a heel-strike phase; obtaining a signal vector magnitude (SVM) and a signal magnitude subtraction (SMS) by the processing unit according to the sensing signal; identifying the stance phase, push-off phase, swing phase and heel-strike phase according to the SVM and SMS, wherein the push-off phase, swing phase and heel-strike phase are determined according to a dynamic threshold; and implementing a classification of the gait according to the stance phase, push-off phase, swing phase and heel-strike phase. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018706 | Biometric Monitoring Device having a Body Weight Sensor, and Methods of Operating Same - A system comprising a biometric monitoring device including a housing including a platform to receive at least one foot of the user, a body weight sensor to generate body weight data, processing circuitry to calculate user weight data which corresponds to the user's weight, and communication circuitry. The system further includes the portable activity monitoring device including a housing having a physical size and shape that is adapted to couple to the user's body, a sensor to generate sensor data, and communication circuitry to transmit the user weight data to data storage which is associated with user identification data (which identifies the user or the portable activity monitoring device), and processing circuitry to calculate activity data using the sensor data and user weight data. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018707 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING FORCE OF A KNEE JOINT - An orthopaedic surgical device for determining the joint force of a patient's knee joint includes a tibial paddle shaped to be positioned in the patient's knee joint and a handle extending from the tibial paddle. The tibial paddle includes a sensor array positioned therein and configured to generate sensor signals indicative of the joint force of the patient's knee joint. The orthopaedic surgical device also includes a control circuit configured to control a display located on the handle to provide a visual indication of the medial and lateral balance of the joint force. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018708 | Human Interface and Device for Ultrasound Guided Treatment - A system and method for providing real-time, image-guided high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) targeting and treatment of tissue. In one embodiment, the system includes an HIFU applicator and a user interface with a touchscreen display for three-dimensional visualization of the tissue. Image frames displayed on the user interface depict real-time images of the tissue, including an image parallel to a feature of the applicator and an image orthogonal to the parallel image. Reference lines may be sketched using the touchscreen and displayed on the image frames. In one embodiment, tissue boundaries are detected and marked on the image frames, either by the user or automatically by the system. In another embodiment, the user interface includes a footswitch for the user to interact with the system. In another embodiment, the system includes an ultrasound imaging component configured to undock from the system for use as a stand-alone ultrasound imaging device. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018709 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING TREATMENT PLAN TO BE PROVIDED TO FOCUSED ULTRASOUND THERAPY APPARATUS - Methods and apparatuses for generating treatment plans to be provided to focused ultrasound therapy apparatuses are provided. The method includes receiving an area to which ultrasound is to be irradiated, determining a size of a focal spot in the area, determining locations of focal spots in the area to which ultrasounds are to be sequentially irradiated based on the size of the focal spot, such that each of the locations of the focal spots is farthest from locations of focal spots in the area to which ultrasounds have been previously-irradiated, determining durations and intensities of ultrasound irradiations based on the size of the focal spot and the locations of the focal spots, and generating the treatment plan to irradiate ultrasound based on the size of the focal spot, the locations of the focal spots, and the durations and the intensities of the ultrasound irradiations. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018710 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR IMPROVING TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT RANGE OF MOTION AND STRENGTHENING/MASSAGING JAW MUSCLES - A therapeutic exercising device that can simultaneously increase temporomandibular joint range of motion and strengthen jaw muscles comprises two bite members with bite portions for insertion between a user's teeth and a bellows between the bite members that moves them relative to each other toward an open position that separates the user's upper and lower jaws. A spring exerts a predetermined opening force on the bite members open, and one or more elastic members attached between the bite members exert an opposing closing force. A user-operated pneumatic pump introduces air under pressure into the bellows to open the bite members when the closing force is sufficient to overcome the opening force. The device can be used with air bladders that massage the jaw muscles, with the optional application of heat or cold. The device is usable with a mandible translation adapter to exercise a user's mandible in the posterior-anterior direction. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018711 | Weighted-resistance cervical exerciser and medical rehabilitation device - The present invention relates in general to neck and jaw exercising and rehabilitation and more in particular to a device encompassing a method or methodology for configuring the device for use in strengthening, toning the neck and jaw muscles by implementing a consistent means of isotonic resistance. The present invention includes a telescopic longitudinal “spine” consisting in two parts with means to lock in place as well as a chin brace or support each adjusting to meet the user's specific anatomical features. Further elements of the present application includes a fixed padded latitudinal forehead support as well a centralized weighted “receiver” just above the aforementioned forehead support which secures the source of weighted resistance. Securing the device is an adjustable elastic strap attached to the latitudinal forehead support which reduces lateral shifting and insuring a safe isotonic movement. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018712 | VIBRATING MASSAGE TABLE - The present invention concerns a vibrating massage table ( | 2014-01-16 |
20140018713 | PERSONAL VIBRATION APPLIANCE - The current disclosure is directed to personal vibration appliances, operated either by battery power or wall power, that incorporate a linear-vibration module to generate vibration with frequencies below 40 Hz, between 40 Hz and 110 Hz, and above 110 Hz with forces up to and beyond 15 g. In certain implementations, the frequency and force of vibration may be independently controlled. In certain implementations, the vibrational frequency and/or vibrational power may be correlated to various additional signals, both internal and external, including audio sound signals, light signals, and audiovisual signals. In certain implementations, the vibration appliance features an interchangeable massage piston with interchangeable massage tips and other accessories. Finally, operational characteristics of the personal vibration appliances may be modified by various types of sensor and other feedback signals. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018714 | Device for washing and massaging human body parts - A device for washing and massaging human body parts comprises a body ( | 2014-01-16 |
20140018715 | SPINAL ORTHOSIS - A spinal orthosis has an elongate and substantially rigid spinal frame having upper, middle and lower portions, and a lumbar assembly connected to the lower portion of the spinal frame. A strap assembly secures to an upper portion of the spinal frame and is adjustably secured to the lumbar assembly. An elastic strap has a first end secured to the spinal frame and a second end adjustably securing to the lumbar assembly. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018716 | Alginate Wound Dressing and Method of Making the Same | 2014-01-16 |
20140018717 | NOVEL MEDICAL COUNTERMEASURE FOR FIRST RESPONDER USE IN MASS CASUALTY THERMAL AND/OR RADIOLOGICAL BURN INJURY EVENT - A wound dressing for mass casualty burn injury events is provided that is capable of being stockpiled for long periods of time without special storage conditions, may be applied by persons with little or no training, immediately restores skin barrier function and reduces pain, manages wound exudate, accommodates edema, and is transparent. The dressing does not integrate into the wound while simultaneously providing antimicrobial activity, thereby avoiding complication of the wound condition when proper medical attention is delayed for significant periods of time. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018718 | Selectively-Releasable Adhesives and Articles That Incorporate Them - In one embodiment, a selectively-releasable adhesive includes a base adhesive compound and a releasing compound that is blended with the base adhesive compound, the releasing compound being capable of decreasing the adhesive strength of the base adhesive compound when a releasing agent is applied to the selectively-releasable adhesive. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018719 | Transpyloric Anchoring - A gastrointestinal implant device comprises a planar proximal element configured to reside in a stomach to resist distal migration, a distal element configured to reside in an intestine to resist proximal migration and one or more tethers coupling the planar proximal element to the distal element. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018720 | SHUNT PLACEMENT THROUGH THE SCLERA - The present invention generally relates to intraocular shunts, and in particular, to intraocular shunts configured to form a drainage pathway between the anterior chamber and the intra-Tenon's space. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018721 | Arteriovenous Graft for Hemodialysis with Puncture-Resistant Posterior and Side Walls - An arteriovenous dialysis access graft configured to be implanted in a subject includes: at least one flexible conduit having first and second end portions, wherein the first end portion is configured to connect to an artery of the subject and the second end portion is configured to connect to a vein of the subject such that blood flows through the at least one conduit; and at least one cannulation chamber positioned between the first end portion and the second end portion of the at least one conduit. The chamber includes: an elongated housing having an inlet and an outlet, a posterior wall, a pair of sidewalls, and an open anterior portion defining a cannulation port; and a self-sealing material extending across the cannulation port. The posterior wall and the sidewalls of the housing are formed of a substantially rigid material. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018722 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CREATING A LUMEN OF A DESIRED SHAPE AND SIZE IN A HOLLOW VISCUS ORGAN FROM TISSUE OF THE ORGAN - An apparatus is positioned in a hollow viscus organ and functions as a template for creating a lumen of a desired shape and size in the organ from the tissue of the organ. The apparatus is comprised of an elongate, flexible tube having opposite proximal and distal ends. The tube has several lumens or pathways that extend through the interior of the tube between the proximal and distal ends of the tube. A directional, steerable feature extends through one of the lumens of the tube. An anchor feature is provided at the tube distal end and is manually operable from the tube proximal end. An exterior surface dimension adjustable feature is provided adjacent the tube distal end. A suction communication feature is provided along at least a portion of | 2014-01-16 |
20140018723 | Apparatuses for Renal Neuromodulation and Associated Systems and Methods - Methods and apparatus are provided for renal neuromodulation using a pulsed electric field to effectuate electroporation or electrofusion. It is expected that renal neuromodulation (e.g., denervation) may, among other things, reduce expansion of an acute myocardial infarction, reduce or prevent the onset of morphological changes that are affiliated with congestive heart failure, and/or be efficacious in the treatment of end stage renal disease. Embodiments of the present invention are configured for percutaneous intravascular delivery of pulsed electric fields to achieve such neuromodulation. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018724 | VACUUM SENSE CONTROL FOR PHACO PULSE SHAPING - A method and apparatus for precisely controlling particle movement relative to a phacoemulsification needle tip is provided. The design monitors actual vacuum present and calculates a pulse shape amplitude waveform proportional to the amount of measured vacuum. An increase in vacuum indicates that the handpiece/needle is becoming occluded by a large particle. The present design determines whether additional power is required to bump or move a large particle away from the needle tip. The present design may employ a control loop that senses and continuously monitors vacuum. The design may dynamically vary the amount of ultrasonic energy delivered to the surgical area in response to the observed actual vacuum, and can actively vary the amount of power delivered to the surgical area based on the size of the particle and the resultant vacuum realized. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018725 | DRUG DELIVERY TECHNOLOGY - The present invention relates to novel drug delivery technology in the form of solid dose injection devices and methods which utilise a blade that is pushed into the skin to a predetermined depth before the before a solid drug formulation is pushed into the cut made by the blade. Thus the present invention also relates to delivering a therapeutic compound to a human or animal in the form of a solid dose injection comprising: providing an injection device comprising a casing; an actuation mechanism capable of ei generating a force, a blade, a solid drug formulation; and a means for pushing said solid drug formulation; wherein the blade is inser ted to a predetermined depth in the skin and, following insertion of the blade, the device is actuated such that the actuation mechanism capable of generating a force acts on the means for pushing to push the solid drug formulation out of the casing and into the human or animal body. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018726 | DEVICE FOR THE TRANSPORT OF SMALL QUANTITIES OR INDIVIDUAL QUANTITIES OF MEDICAL GAS - The present invention relates to a gas composition device that can be used for the sterile transport and storage of a gas composition that will be used with regard to a human or an animal. The device of the present invention consist essentially of a gas container ( | 2014-01-16 |
20140018727 | PERITONEAL DIALYSIS SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS - An automated peritoneal dialysis system provides various features including prescription-driven dialysis fluid preparation, an integrated disposable fluid circuit, and sensor capabilities that allow accurate filing and draining control with high safety margins. Features include a peritoneal fluid circuit with a pressure sensor at either end and methods and devices for using the pressure signals. Other features and embodiments are disclosed. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018728 | MEDICAL FLUID CASSETTES AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A medical fluid pumping system that includes a medical fluid pumping machine that includes an actuator and a medical fluid cassette that can be disposed within a cassette enclosure of the medical fluid pumping machine. A member is disposed within a fluid pump chamber of the medical fluid cassette and is magnetically attracted to the actuator such that the member and the actuator can be coupled together when the cassette is disposed within the cassette enclosure. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018729 | BIOMEDICAL HAEMOSTATIC POWDER DISPENSER - A biomedical haemostatic powder dispenser ( | 2014-01-16 |
20140018730 | Dosing Mechanism - The invention relates to a dosing mechanism for a fluid, comprising an inlet, an outlet, a dosing pipe and two valve groups with an inlet valve and an outlet valve each, wherein the inlet is connected to both inlet valves and the outlet is connected to both outlet valves, wherein the inlet valve of one group is arranged to connect the inlet to a first end of the dosing pipe while the outlet valve of the same group is arranged to connect the outlet to a second end of the dosing pipe, wherein the inlet valve of the other group is arranged to connect the inlet to the second end of the dosing pipe while the outlet valve of the same group is arranged to connect the outlet to the first end of the dosing pipe, wherein control means are arranged to open only the valves of one group at a time thereby allowing the fluid to flow from the inlet through the dosing pipe to the outlet, wherein a dosing object is arranged in the dosing pipe in a manner to be translated from one end towards the other by the fluid, wherein a dose to be delivered from the output is determinable by a position of the dosing object in the dosing pipe. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018731 | SAFETY SYRINGE FOR NEEDLELESS INJECTOR - A disposable syringe for use in a needleless injector includes a tubular body with an open rear end, a closed front end containing an injection orifice, a chamber in the body for receiving a liquid and a plunger slidable in the chamber for pushing the liquid out of the orifice. A tip is provided on the inner end of the plunger for separation from the remainder of the plunger to block the orifice when the plunger is retracted after an injection, whereby the syringe cannot be re-used. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018732 | Apparatus and Methods for Accessing and Treating a Body Cavity, Lumen, or Ostium - Among the various embodiments, objects and features of the present invention may generally be noted catheter systems which simplify and ease access to one or more target anatomies in various medical procedures thereby reducing procedure time and associated costs. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018733 | REPLACEABLE CAP FOR A DOSING DEVICE - A replaceable cap ( | 2014-01-16 |
20140018734 | Intradermal Delivery Device With Crenellated Skin Engaging Surface Geometry - An apparatus for delivering or withdrawing a fluid through at least one layer of the skin is provided. The device may include a body having a top face, a bottom face, a side edge and at least one channel. The bottom face includes a first surface area and a second surface area adjacent to and recessed at a first distance from the first surface area. The bottom face further includes at least one raised protrusion disposed on the second surface area. The protrusion has a height from the first surface greater than the first distance. At least one dermal-access member is provided in the protrusion and is in fluid communication with the channel to deliver or withdraw the fluid. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018735 | Dispensing Fluid from an Infusion Pump System - Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a cap device that mates with a pump housing to retain a medicine cartridge therein. In addition to retaining the medicine cartridge in the pump housing, the cap device may perform a number of preparatory functions or safety functions. In addition or in the alternative, some embodiments of the pump device may include a drive system that advances a piston rod to dispense medicine to the patient in a safe and energy efficient manner. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018736 | Implantable Fluid Delivery System with Floating Mass Transducer Driven Pump - An implantable fluid delivery system for use in hearing systems includes an implantable fluid pump having a fluid chamber having at least one wall with a membrane, an inlet and an outlet in fluid communication with the fluid chamber, and a floating mass transducer coupled to the membrane. The membrane is configured to move in a first direction increasing a volume of the fluid chamber and to move in a second direction decreasing the volume of the fluid chamber, and the floating mass transducer is configured to cause the membrane to move in the first and second directions. The system further includes an implantable hearing device having one or more fluid channels in fluid communication with the fluid pump. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018737 | TUNNELER DEVICE WITH INTEGRATED FLUID ASSEMBLY - A tunneler device includes a handle, a shaft extending distally from the handle, a connecting segment, a fluid channel, and a one-way flush valve. The connecting segment includes a body positioned on a distal end of the shaft configured to engage one end of a catheter. The fluid channel extends from the handle to a distal end of the connecting segment. The fluid channel is configured to direct fluid to be selectively passed therethrough for flushing a catheter. The one-way flush valve is supported on the handle and is disposed in fluid communication with the fluid channel. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018738 | Safety IV Catheter Assemblies - A safety IV catheter assembly is disclosed which includes a catheter assembly, a needle assembly and a needle guard assembly. The needle guard assembly includes a needle guard, a biasing member and a bushing. The bushing is slidably positioned about the needle and includes an inner diameter which is smaller than an enlarged diameter portion of the needle such that the needle cannot be withdrawn through the bore of the bushing. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018739 | Internal Needle - An indwelling needle is provided which has a simple structure and is capable of securely mounting a needle tip protective tool on the tip portion of an internal needle. The indwelling needle A consists of an external needle | 2014-01-16 |
20140018740 | SAFETY NEEDLE SHIELD APPARATUS - A safety shield apparatus is provided that includes a housing that defines a cavity. A distal end of the housing includes a cover having a movable tab. A hub is disposed for movement within the housing and includes a needle having a distal end and a movable projection. The hub is biased between an extended position, such that the distal end of the needle is exposed and the movable projection is releasably disposed with the cavity, and a retracted position whereby the distal end of the needle is disposed within the housing. The movable tab is engageable with the movable projection to release the movable projection from the cavity to facilitate movement of the hub. The distal end of the housing may define a lip that is configured to capture the distal end of the needle. The hub can define an angled distal surface to orient the needle out of axial alignment with the housing and into capture with the lip. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018741 | Feeding Tube Tip Reinforcement - A feeding tube assembly having an improved feeding tube body composed of a tube wall having an external tube surface and an internal tube surface, a proximal end, a distal end separated from the proximal end by a length, and a distal tip region. The internal tube surface defines a feeding passageway extending the proximal end to the distal tip region. The tube body has a first cross-sectional profile from the proximal end to the distal end and at least a second cross-sectional profile from the distal end to the distal tip region. In the first cross-sectional profile, the external tube surface defines an external circumference and the internal tube surface defines a generally non-circular internal perimeter dividing the tube wall into one thin-walled portions and thick-walled portions. In the second cross-section profile, the external tube surface defines an external circumference and the internal tube surface defines an internal circumference. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018742 | Packageless Syringe Assembly with Sterilizable Fluid Path - Syringe assemblies comprising a first cap and a second cap to ensure sterilization of the fluid path without the need for external packaging are described. Also described are methods of sterilizing the fluid path of a syringe assembly. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018743 | DRIVE MECHANISMS SUITABLE FOR USE IN DRUG DELIVERY DEVICES - The present disclosure is directed to a dose setting mechanism that may be used with a drug delivery device. The dose setting mechanism may include an inner body having a helical thread along an outer cylindrical surface of the inner body, and a drive sleeve for driving a piston rod in an axial direction, the drive sleeve positioned within at least a portion of the inner body. The dose setting mechanism may further include a dose dial sleeve rotatably engaged with the helical thread of the inner body and a dial grip connected to the dose dial sleeve and releasably connected to the drive sleeve. Further when a dose is set, the dial grip is rotated so that both the dose dial sleeve and the drive sleeve rotate with respect to the inner body. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018744 | Medicament Delivery Device Comprising a Locking Mechanism Having a Lever - Medicament delivery device comprising a movable guard ( | 2014-01-16 |
20140018745 | Dose Setting Mechanism and Injection Device - A dose setting mechanism for a drug delivery device is provided comprising a dose setting member, a drive member, a clutch, a first clicker and second clicker. The first clutch and a second clutch are designed and adapted to each other such that at any time during operation either the first clutch rotationally couples the dose setting member and the drive member and/or the second clutch rotationally couples the drive member and the first clicker component. Further, the invention refers to an injection device with such a dose setting mechanism. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018746 | MEDICAL STOPCOCK - A medical stopcock includes a main body; and a cock. The main body includes: a tubular portion; an upstream port and a downstream port; and a bypass port provided between the upstream port and the downstream port. The cock includes: a cylindrical portion rotatably accommodated in the tubular portion of the main body; and a handle configured to allow rotation of the cylindrical portion. The cylindrical portion includes: a first flow path groove communicating with the upstream port and the bypass port when the cock is in a reference position, a second flow path groove communicating with the bypass port and the downstream port when the cock is in a reference position, at least one wall portion closing openings of the upstream port, the bypass port and the downstream port when the cock is rotated by a predetermined amount from the reference position. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018747 | Enteral Feed Cup - A large enteral feed cup large enough to contain an amount of fluid suitable for a single dose (nutrition and/or medicines) is described. The enteral feed cup can be free-standing on the proximal end so as to facilitate filling via an opening on the distal end. The distal end includes a resealable closure for an opening that can be quite large and thus can be easily filled with less chance of spillage. The free- standing design of the enteral feed cup can also allow for the cup to be used in any convenient location. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018748 | BLOWER INSTRUMENT, APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USING - A surgical blower for providing a directed stream to clear a surgical site, that can be used in multiple different use modes. In one use mode, the surgical blower is handheld by a user during operation. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is handheld. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object such as a sternal retractor. In another mode, the distal end of the blower is free and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object. An apparatus including a blower and a stabilizer is provided. Methods of using the blower as well as the apparatus are also provided. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018749 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COUPLING A TUBE WITH A MEDICAL DEVICE HANDLE - An elongate medical device handle may comprise a body defining an interior, an exterior, and a connector port extending between the interior and the exterior and defining an axis. The connector port comprises a portion having a polygonal cross-section taken transverse to the axis. In an embodiment, the polygonal cross-section may comprise a star shape. In an embodiment, a connector, such as a fluid connector, may be secured in the connector port using an adhesive. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018750 | METHOD AND DEVICE OR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY OF MAGNESIUM DIRECTLY TO THE NEUROMUSCULAR JUNCTION FOR THE TREATMENT OF MUSCLE CRAMPING - A method for treating muscle cramping (e.g., acute nocturnal) includes the steps of placing a transdermal delivery agent on skin above an affected muscle that is in spasm. The transdermal delivery agent includes a composition that includes a therapeutic amount of magnesium. Placement of the transdermal delivery agent on the skin results in transdermal delivery of the magnesium directly to the affected muscle that is in spasm, thereby providing therapeutic relief while limiting the delivery of the magnesium to the entire circulatory system (systemic effect). | 2014-01-16 |
20140018751 | Transdermal therapeutic system with crystallization-inhibiting protective film (Release liner) - The invention relates to pharmaceutical formulations, in particular to transdermal therapeutic systems, which are characterized in that little or no active ingredient crystallizes out at the interface between the removable protective film (release liner) and the active-ingredient-containing matrix. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018752 | METHODS AND DRESSING SYSTEMS FOR PROMOTING HEALING OF INJURED TISSUE - A dressing system is disclosed which has a sponge and a near infrared spectroscopy sensor positioned adjacent to the sponge for monitoring oxygenation levels of tissue adjacent to the sponge. The dressing system may further include a tube coupled to the sponge for removing fluid from the sponge. The dressing system comprises: a sponge; and a tensioning system coupled to the sponge. The tensioning system further comprises a central longitudinal member coupled to the sponge; and at least one tensioning member coupled to the central longitudinal member. A sequential compression system comprises: an envelope sleeve dressing; and a bladder that is both expandable and retractable. A tissue filler system is also described and includes a plurality of tubes; wherein each of the plurality of tubes further comprises apertures; and a pump coupled to at least one of the tubes which obviates the need for any sponge or wound screen. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018753 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR WOUND THERAPY - A wound therapy device is disclosed. The wound therapy device may include a housing for covering at least a portion of a wound and for sealing to a body surface of a patient. The housing may also include a liquid collector for retaining liquid therein and a vacuum connection for coupling to a vacuum source. The vacuum connection may be in gaseous communication with the liquid collector. The vacuum connection may be separated from the liquid collector by a liquid barrier. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018754 | REDUCED-PRESSURE SYSTEM AND METHOD EMPLOYING A GASKET - A reduced-pressure treatment system for treating a tissue site on a patient includes a gasket releasably attached around a perimeter of the tissue site that may remain in place for an extended time and allows an over-drape to be attached to it. The system and method further may include a manifold sized and configured to be placed in contact with the tissue site; the over-drape positioned over the manifold and sealed to the gasket to create a sealed space between the over-drape and the tissue site; and a reduced-pressure source fluidly coupled to the sealed space to deliver reduced pressure to the tissue site. A method is also presented. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018755 | HYGIENIC SWAB - A hygienic swab for the skin. It is an aim to provide a basic standard of hygiene for users of urinals and, for this purpose, to make available a hygiene article that can be readily disposed of in the basin of a urinal. The swab is formed from a shaped and dimensionally stable tablet having an absorbent structure, wherein at least part of the structure has at least one substance or a mixture of several different substances in the form of granules or grains. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018756 | Absorbent Insert - A discrete absorbent insert includes an absorbent core positioned between a first sheet and a second sheet. The first sheet and the second sheet extend beyond the core and are joined together to form a seal. The absorbent core has at least 40% superabsorbent. The absorbent insert has an intake layer of at least 100 gsm between the first sheet and the absorbent core. The first sheet and the second sheet are fluid permeable, spunbond webs of synthetic polymer filaments. The absorbent insert is devoid of a fluid-impervious layer and has an absorbent capacity of at least 600 g. The first end section of the absorbent core has a maximum width of at least 135 mm, the central section of the absorbent core has a maximum width of less than 90 mm, and the second end section of the absorbent core has a maximum width of at least 135 mm. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018757 | Absorbent Insert And Containment System - A discrete absorbent insert for use in a containment system includes an absorbent core positioned between a first sheet and a second sheet. The first sheet and the second sheet extend beyond the core and are joined together to form a seal. The absorbent core has at least 40% superabsorbent. The absorbent insert has an intake layer of at least 100 gsm between the first sheet and the absorbent core. The first sheet and the second sheet are fluid permeable, spunbond webs of synthetic polymer filaments. The absorbent insert has an absorbent capacity of at least 600 g. The discrete absorbent insert may have an intake rate for a first insult through the first sheet having a first value and an intake rate for a first insult through the second sheet having a second value, wherein a difference between the first value and the second value is less than 20%. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018758 | STRETCHABLE LAMINATES FOR ABSORBENT ARTICLES AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME - A stretchable laminate for an absorbent article comprises a nonwoven substrate comprising a layer of spunbond fibers. A plurality of the spunbond fibers are formed from a composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer and an inorganic filler. The inorganic filler is present in the nonwoven substrate at a level of between about 1% and about 20% by weight of the nonwoven substrate. The stretchable laminate comprises an elastomeric material joined to a side of the nonwoven substrate. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018759 | STRETCHABLE LAMINATES FOR ABSORBENT ARTICLES AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME - A stretchable laminate is provided. The stretchable laminate comprises a nonwoven substrate comprising a layer of spunbond fibers. A plurality of the spunbond fibers are multi-component fibers. Each of the multi-component fibers comprises a core formed from a composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer and an inorganic filler present in the nonwoven substrate at a level of between 1% and 15% by weight of the nonwoven substrate and a sheath comprising a thermoplastic polymer. The stretchable laminate comprises an elastomeric material. The nonwoven substrate is joined to a side of the elastomeric material. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018760 | CONTAINMENT PANT WITH POSITIONING KEY - A containment pant includes a chassis having a front waist region, a back waist region, and a crotch region joined between the front waist region and the back waist region. The containment pant includes a sling positioned within the chassis and being joined to the front waist region and the back waist region. The sling includes a fluid-impervious base sheet and a containment flap joined with the base sheet to define a fluid-impervious pouch. The fluid-impervious pouch defines a first end containment flap having a first positioning key. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018761 | ABSORBENT INSERT WITH POSITIONING NOTCH - A discrete absorbent insert includes a first sheet, a second sheet in facing relation with the first sheet, and an absorbent core positioned between the first sheet and the second sheet. The absorbent core defines a core perimeter which includes a first absorbent core positioning notch. The first sheet and the second sheet extend beyond the core perimeter and are joined together to form a perimeter seal. The perimeter seal defines an absorbent insert perimeter which includes a first absorbent insert positioning notch. The first absorbent core positioning notch has a depth of 30 to 60 mm, the first absorbent insert positioning notch has a depth of 30 to 60 mm, and the first absorbent insert positioning notch is aligned with the first absorbent core positioning notch. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018762 | Containment Pant - A permanently closed containment pant includes an elastically extensible chassis and a sling positioned within the chassis. The sling is joined to the front waist region and the back waist region. The sling includes a fluid-impervious base sheet and a containment flap joined with the base sheet to create a fluid-impervious pouch. The sling also includes a first transition and a second transition that are elastically extensible in a longitudinal direction and in a transverse direction. Material properties of the pouch and chassis provide the proper fit for comfort and leakage protection. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018763 | Containment Pant - A permanently closed containment pant includes an elastically extensible chassis and a sling positioned within the chassis. The sling is joined to the front waist region and the back waist region. The sling includes a fluid-impervious base sheet and a first containment flap, and a second containment flap each joined with the base sheet to create a fluid-impervious pouch. The first end of the first containment flap is joined to the first end of the second containment flap and the second end of the first containment flap is joined to the second end of the second containment flap. The sling also includes a first transition and a second transition that are elastically extensible in a longitudinal direction and in a transverse direction. In some embodiments, the containment pant has a tension in the longitudinal direction from about 1000 grams force to about 2400 grams force at an elongation of about 150%. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018764 | Containment System - A method for providing a containment system includes providing a permanently closed containment pant and providing a discrete absorbent insert. The containment pant includes an elastically extensible chassis and a sling positioned within the chassis that includes a fluid-impervious pouch. The pouch has a first end section maximum width of at least 145 mm, a central section maximum width of less than 115 mm, and a second end section maximum width of at least 145 mm. The containment pant is substantially devoid of an integrated absorbent core. The absorbent insert includes an absorbent core with a first end section maximum width of at least 120 mm, a central section maximum width of less than 100 mm, and a second end section maximum width of at least 120 mm. The absorbent insert is devoid of a fluid-impervious layer. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018765 | Elastic Composite for a Disposable Absorbent Garment, and a System and Process for Making the Elastic Composite and a Garment Having the Elastic Composite - A method is provided for making an elastic composite for incorporation into a disposable absorbent garment. An elastic element applicator is provided that is configured to move a section of a continuous strand of elastic element generally about a plane. A first web of material is conveyed in a first web moving direction such that the first web intersects the plane. Then, the applicator is operated to move the elastic element about the plane, thereby applying the section of elastic element onto the first web along a direction generally transverse to the web moving direction and such that the first web draws the continuous elastic strand from the elastic element applicator as the first web is conveyed away from the plane. The elastic element applicator may be in the form of a spin cylinder or bracket that is operated to spin the elastic element about the moving first web, thereby applying the elastic element on the first web. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018766 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MOBILIZATION OF ENTRAINED GAS BUBBLES IN A FLUID CIRCUIT - An apparatus for mobilization of entrained gas bubbles in a fluid circuit comprises opposing fluid circuit engagement members. At least one of the fluid circuit engagement members has a vibrational energy transfer effector. A vibration generator is provided for generating vibrational energy. The vibrational energy transfer effector is coupled to the vibration generator such that vibrational energy is transmitted from the vibration generator to the vibrational energy transfer effector and to the fluid circuit. The vibration generator in one embodiment can produce vibrational oscillations at between 60 and 12000 cycles per minute. A method for mobilizing entrained gas bubbles in a fluid circuit is also disclosed. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018767 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR ACTIVATING BROWN ADIPOSE TISSUE WITH TARGETED SUBSTANCE DELIVERY - Methods and devices are provided for activating brown adipose tissue with targeted substance delivery. Generally, the methods and devices can activate BAT to increase thermogenesis, e.g., increase heat production in the patient, which over time can lead to weight loss and/or improved metabolic function. In one embodiment, a chemical configured to stimulate nerves that activate the BAT and/or to stimulate brown adipocytes directly can be delivered to a patient, thereby increasing thermogenesis in the BAT and inducing weight loss and/or improved metabolic function through energy expenditure. The chemical can be delivered to the patient locally and/or systemically to stimulate the nerves and/or the brown adipocytes. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018768 | SENSOR - The invention relates to an electronic sensor for detecting skin, the sensor comprising processor, an EM source, a baffle, a first EM detector and a second EM detector, the sensor arranged such that the EM source is located on a first side of the baffle and the first and second EM detectors are arranged on a second opposite side of the baffle at first and second distances from the EM source respectively, the first distance being less than the second distance, the processor configured to cause the source to emit EM radiation and to receive first and second signals from the first and second EM detectors respectively, the signals being indicative of the intensity of EM radiation detected by the sensor, the processor being further configured to process the first and second signals and thereby generate a skin signal which is indicative of whether the sensor has detected skin. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018769 | MOBILE TRACKING AND SUBDUING APPARATUS, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT - A mobile tracking and subduing apparatus of a target object that includes liquid storage tank that is configured hold a predetermined amount of a liquid, a probe configured to inject the liquid from the liquid storage tank into a skin surface of a target object, an optical detection unit for obtaining image or video data, a GPS unit that generates positional data, a wireless communications interface configured to receive command data, and a target tracking unit for detecting and tracking the target object based on the received positional data, command data, and images or video data and inject the contents of the liquid storage section into the target object via the probe. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018770 | HANDHELD MEDICAL SUBSTANCE DISPENSING SYSTEM, APPARATUS AND METHODS - Various handheld medical dispensing configurations and methods including the following. Handheld medical dispensing system comprises a syringe, which has a plunger, releasably mounted to syringe actuation apparatus, the apparatus having an actuator configured such that it can move the plunger more than once to dispense a plurality of amounts of substance from the syringe. A method of dispensing fluid from a syringe comprises holding a medical substance delivery system including a syringe, which has a needle, and which is secured to syringe actuation apparatus configured to dispense predetermined amounts of the substance from the syringe, penetrating the needle at one patient site and using the apparatus to deliver a predetermined amount of the substance, and penetrating the needle at another patient site and using the apparatus to deliver a predetermined amount of the substance. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018771 | MINIATURE IMPLANTED DRUG DELIVERY DEVICES AND INSERTER SYSTEMS FOR INTRODUCING SUCH DEVICES | 2014-01-16 |
20140018772 | SELF-CENTERING CATHETER WITH ANTI-OCCLUSION FEATURES - Disclosed herein are various embodiments of catheters configured to reduce, minimize or prevent occlusion of blood flow resulting from thrombus or fibrin sheath formation, related systems, and methods of use. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018773 | GUIDE EXTENSION CATHETER - Medical devices and methods for making and using medical devices are disclosed. An example medical device may include a guide extension catheter. The guide extension catheter may include a proximal member having a proximal outer diameter. A distal sheath member may be attached to the proximal member. The distal sheath member may have a proximal sheath portion and a distal sheath portion. The proximal sheath portion may have an outer diameter greater than the proximal outer diameter. The proximal sheath portion may have a first cross-sectional profile. The distal sheath portion may have a second cross-sectional profile different from the first cross-sectional profile. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018774 | CATHETER DEPLOYMENT DEVICE - An apparatus for deploying a needle within a lumen is provided. The apparatus includes a housing having a threaded bushing radially disposed therein. The bushing rigidly couples with a nose cone having a guide tip disposed at an end opposite the bushing for penetrating an arterial wall of a lumen. During operation, a user incrementally advances the bushing within the housing, thereby incrementally advancing the guide tip into the lumen. The nose cone also includes a flex guide having a slot configuration which couples with the guide tip which deploys into the lumen along with the guide tip. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018775 | Colorectal Delivery Device - The colorectal delivery device provides a device for rectal delivery of therapeutic compositions to the colon of a patient. The composition may be a foam application in some embodiments. The device allows medical personnel to add therapeutic drugs to the pressurized canister immediately prior to administration to the patient. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018776 | JOINT RING, BENDING TUBE OF ENDOSCOPE, ENDOSCOPE, AND MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR JOINT RING FOR ENDOSCOPE BENDING TUBE - A joint-ring for an endoscope-bending-tube that fits with and is fixed to a rigid-member on a distal end side, the joint-ring being formed by plastically deforming a tube-material, the joint-ring including a joint-ring-convex portion provided in the tube-material before the plastic deformation, configured to fit with distal end rigid concave portions of the distal end rigid-member to perform positioning, and protrudingly provided to the distal end side, a plastically deformed shape portion provided in the joint-ring such that an axial direction position thereof overlaps the joint-ring-convex-portion and formed by force of stretching along a circumferential surface in the plastic deformation, and joint-ring-convex-portions provided in the tube-material before the plastic deformation near both sides in the circumferential direction of the joint-ring-convex-portion to interrupt the force of stretching along the circumferential surface to keep the force from reaching the joint-ring-convex-portion to thereby prevent deformation of the joint-ring-convex-portion due to the plastic deformation. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018777 | ENTERAL FEEDING DEVICES, BUTTONS, AND/OR CONNECTORS - An enteral feeding device comprises a connector with a tube for establishing a fluid connection between the connector and a button; the enteral feeding device incorporating a button with an aperture; the connector's tube incorporating an ear projecting laterally from the tube; the button's aperture being substantially circular with a recessed portion sized and shaped to allow the connector's ear to be inserted into the button; wherein the button's aperture further incorporates at least one inwardly projecting ear; and the connector's tube incorporates at least one recessed channel for receiving the at least one ear during the connection of the tube to the button. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018778 | EXTERNAL FIXATION SYSTEM FOR PERCUTANEOUS DRAINAGE PROCEDURES - An external fixation system for percutaneous drainage procedures may include a base. The base may include a first side. The first side may be positioned adjacent an exterior surface of a subject during use. The base may include a first coupler coupled to the first side of the base. The base may include a second side opposite the first side. The base may include an opening extending through the first coupler and the base such that the first coupler is in fluid communication with the second side of the base. The first coupler may be couplable to a conduit during use such that the conduit is in fluid communication with the second side of the base. In some embodiments, the second side of the base may include a second coupler configured to facilitate the attachment of a drainage bag or a mechanism to flush or evacuate a drainage catheter during use. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018779 | TELEMEDICINE CARE SYSTEM - A telemedicine care system connects patients with remote healthcare professionals using a patient care unit at the location of the patient. The patient care unit provides video, audio, and data communication capabilities by integrating a computing device, various communication devices, and medical instruments into a single unit. Additional systems and methods are also disclosed. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018780 | SURGICAL SHAFT-TYPE INSTRUMENT - A surgical shaft instrument has a shaft on whose distal end there is arranged a jaw mechanism having branches, at least one of which is movably mounted and on whose proximal end a handling mechanism is arranged, at least one handle part of which is movable for operation of the jaw mechanism, a transmission rod which is coupled at the distal end to the jaw mechanism and is coupled at the proximal end to the handling mechanism is provided and has a pulling element and a pushing element, such that the two elements are joined together at the ends, and one of the two elements is made of a superelastic alloy. The pushing element is made of the superelastic alloy and the pulling element is made of a non-superelastic material in the form of a cable or wire. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018781 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LASERS IN SURGICAL APPLICATIONS - Disclosed is a surgical laser system. The system includes a laser generator to generate laser radiation to cause water absorption levels that approximate water absorption levels achieved with a C0 | 2014-01-16 |
20140018782 | System, Method, and Apparatus for Performing Surgery using High Power Light Energy - A system, method, and apparatus for performing surgery within the epidural space of a patient includes at least two high-power light generators. The epidural space is filled with a fluid to maintain patency and to absorb excess light power. The light energy from the high-power light generators is directed into a first end of a bundle of fiber optics and the second end of the bundle is maneuvered within the epidural space of the patient. When the second end of the fiber optics is aimed at unwanted tissue of a first type, the appropriate high-power light generator is operated to vaporize that tissue. When the second end of the fiber optics is aimed at unwanted tissue of a second type, the appropriate high-power light generator is operated to vaporize that tissue. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018783 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SKIN LASER TREATMENT - The system for treating a region of the epidermis, comprising: —at least one laser energy source; —a time control device to generate a laser beam; —a laser energy focusing system arranged and produced to direct a laser beam on said region of the epidermis. The control device generates a laser beam comprising a plurality of composite pulses, emitted at a base frequency, each composite pulse comprising a sequence of sub-pulses at a higher frequency than said base frequency. | 2014-01-16 |
20140018784 | SELECTIVE LASER VAPORIZATION OF MATERIALS - A system may include a laser configured to output laser light with a wavelength between 600-780 nm, and a radiation delivery device. The radiation delivery device may be configured to output the laser light to a mesh or suture implant so that the mesh or suture implant is exposed to the laser light. The mesh or suture implant is attached to a patient and surrounded at least partially by tissue of the patient. The mesh or suture implant is vaporized by exposure to the laser light while tissue exposed to the laser light is not damaged by the laser light. | 2014-01-16 |