17th week of 2015 patent applcation highlights part 53 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20150112202 | OPTICAL RESPIRATION SENSOR - A garment-mountable respiration sensor, comprising: a light source configured to illuminate said garment; a photodetector configured to sense an amount of light reflected from said garment; and an electronic circuit configured to detect respiration based on a temporal pattern of the amount of light sensed by said photodetector. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112203 | METHOD FOR CHARACTERIZING A CORNEA AND OBTAINING AN OPHTHALMIC LENS - A system and method for determining the shape of a cornea of an eye illuminates at least one of the interior surface, the posterior surface, and the interior region of the eye with infrared light of a wavelength that can generate fluorescent light from the portion of the cornea illuminated. The generated fluorescent light is then detected. The step of illuminating can comprise focusing the infrared light in a plurality of different planes substantially perpendicular to the optical axis of the eye. From the detected light it is possible to create a map of at least a portion of the interior surface, at least a portion of the posterior surface, and/or portion of the interior region of the cornea. Clarity of vision can be determined by generating autofluorescence from proteins in the pigment epithelial cells of the retina. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112204 | Systems and Methods for Selecting a Desired Quantity of Follicular Units - Systems and methods for selecting follicular units in a distribution of follicular units are provided. A selection parameter, such as a distance-related parameter separating the follicular units to be selected, may be used to determine a desired quantity of follicular units to be selected, such as a desired percentage of follicular units to be selected, and to help provide a substantially uniform distribution of selected follicular units. In addition, a characteristic parameter, such as a characteristic distance or characteristic density, may be determined. The characteristic parameter may be used in determining the desired quantity of follicular units to be selected and or may be used for treatment purposes. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112205 | Optical Speculum - A system for direct imaging and diagnosing of abnormal cells in a target tissue includes a disposable optical speculum and an image acquisition system having the speculum assembled on and mechanically secured thereto. The image acquisition system is arranged to capture at least one of a single image or multiple images or video of cells within the target tissue using at least one of bright field or dark field ring illumination divided into independently operated segments to obtain a plurality of data sets. An image analysis and control unit in communication with the image acquisition system analyzes the data sets and applies algorithms to the data sets for diagnosing abnormal cells. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112206 | HEAT STIMULUS TRANSMISSION EVALUATION METHOD AND EVALUATION METHOD OF DRUG BENEFIT BY THERMAL STIMULATION TRANSMISSION - According to the present invention, the application of thermal stimulus which are effective on medical conditions are provided in a database. And the increase rate of blood flow before and after applying stimulus to a specific site is compared with the increase rate in the database storing the rate of increase which is previously effective on a medical condition. And when the increase rate of blood flow by application of the thermal stimulus at a selected specific site reaches the increasing blood rate flow which is previously effective on a medical condition, the effect of thermal stimulus is recognized. And the increase rate of blood flow which is effective on a medical condition is 30% or more, preferably 100% or more. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112207 | PULSE WAVE SENSOR AND BIOLOGICAL INFORMATION MEASURING DEVICE USING THE SAME - A pulse wave sensor includes a sensor substrate that has a first main surface and a second main surface that are in a front-back relationship with each other, has formed therein a first opening part and a second opening part that pass through the first and second main surfaces, and includes a non-transparent portion at least between the first opening part and the second opening part, a light emitting element disposed within the first opening part and having a light emitting surface, and a reflected light detection element having a detection surface on which light reflected after being emitted from the light emitting surface of the light emitting element is incident. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112208 | MEDICATION MANAGEMENT - The technology described in this document is embodied in a method that includes processing data in a first dataset that represents time-varying information about at least one pulse pressure wave propagating through blood in a subject acquired at a location of the subject. The method also includes providing, based on the data, information about a medication regimen of the subject. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112209 | CARDIO-POSTURAL ASSESSMENT SYSTEM - An exemplary cardio-postural assessment system (CAS) may desirably provide for continuous cardiovascular and postural data monitoring and assessment of a subject during standing. One such CAS may provide continuous cardiovascular and postural data monitoring using a non-invasive weight-scale platform. Another such CAS device may allow for an assessment of balance/posture control, posture muscle activation, and cardiovascular function components simultaneously and provide detailed output as to the proportion each area contributes to the cardio-postural stability of an individual. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112210 | LUMEN BASED PRESSURE MEASUREMENT GUIDE WIRE SYSTEM FOR MEASURING PRESSURE IN A BODY LUMEN - A medical system utilizes a guide wire with a fluid filled internal lumen and a pressure measurement system to measure blood pressure in a body vessel. The guide wire includes an internal lumen with a distal opening for admitting fluid flow. The internal lumen is filled with a fluid or other media which can transmit pressure along the guide wire. The pressure measurement system includes a pressure transducer in fluid communication with the internal lumen of the guide wire. Pressure waveform in the body vessel are transmitted through the fluid or media from the distal opening of the internal lumen to the pressure transducer. The pressure transducer is in communication with a processor (with display) for determining the pressure acting on the pressure transducer. A pump with a fluid reservoir in fluid communication with the internal lumen of the guide wire is controlled by the processor. The pump introduces additional fluid into the guide wire lumen. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112211 | TRANSDUCER INTERFACE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A transducer interface system/method allowing conversion from an analog sensor input to a standardized analog output interface is disclosed. In some preferred embodiments the system/method permits a fiber optic pressure sensor to be interfaced to a standard patient care monitor (PCM) system using standardized Wheatstone Bridge analog interface inputs. Within this context the Wheatstone Bridge sensed output is defined by stimulus from the PCM and modulation of bridge element values by the conditioned output of an analog pressure sensor. The use of analog-to-digital-to-analog conversion in this transducer interface permits retrofitting of PCM devices having analog Wheatstone Bridge inputs with advanced patient monitoring sensors without the need for specialized modifications to the baseline PCM data collection framework. Methods disclosed herein include techniques to connect arbitrary types/numbers of analog sensors to traditional PCM systems without the need for PCM system hardware/software modifications. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112212 | TRANSDUCER INTERFACE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A transducer interface system/method allowing conversion from an analog sensor input to a standardized analog output interface is disclosed. In some preferred embodiments the system/method permits a fiber optic pressure sensor to be interfaced to a standard patient care monitor (PCM) system using standardized Wheatstone Bridge analog interface inputs. Within this context the Wheatstone Bridge sensed output is defined by stimulus from the PCM and modulation of bridge element values by the conditioned output of an analog pressure sensor. The use of analog-to-digital-to-analog conversion in this transducer interface permits retrofitting of PCM devices having analog Wheatstone Bridge inputs with advanced patient monitoring sensors without the need for specialized modifications to the baseline PCM data collection framework. Methods disclosed herein include techniques to connect arbitrary types/numbers of analog sensors to traditional PCM systems without the need for PCM system hardware/software modifications. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112213 | BLOOD PRESSURE METER - A blood pressure meter includes a cuff serving as a blood pressure measurement cuff, a main body attached in an opposing manner to the cuff, a display unit having a rectangular width and being arranged along an external face of the main body on a side opposite to the cuff, and first to third light emitting elements serving as light emitting units arranged inside the main body at positions that are farther from the external face than the display unit is. The first to third light emitting elements serving as a light emitting unit are arranged in a row in the width direction of the cuff. The display unit has a cutout portion at the center of one end side with respect to the direction in which the cuff extends. The cutout portion is formed by cutting out a region corresponding to the first to third light emitting elements. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112214 | BLOOD PRESSURE MEASURING DEVICE AND BLOOD PRESSURE MEASURING METHOD - A blood pressure measuring device includes: a blood vessel diameter measurement unit which measures a blood vessel diameter of a measurement target blood vessel of a subject; a pressurizing-type sphygmomanometer which acquires a blood pressure of the subject; a calculation unit which calculates a correlation between the blood vessel diameter and the blood pressure on the basis of a result of the measurement by the blood vessel diameter measurement unit and a result of the measurement by the pressurizing-type sphygmomanometer at plural timings during artificial dialysis on the subject with different blood pressure values; and a blood pressure calculation unit which calculates a blood pressure on the basis of the blood vessel diameter of the blood vessel measured by the blood vessel diameter measurement unit, using the correlation, after the artificial dialysis. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112215 | CATHETER SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING BLOOD FLOW RATES WITH ACOUSTIC DILUTION - Catheter systems and methods for determining blood flow rates based on speed of sound measurements. The catheter may include a lumen extending between a proximal end of the catheter and a distal end of the catheter. The catheter may include fluid infusion openings at the distal end region of the catheter that are configured to permit the indicator fluid to exit the catheter from the lumen. The catheter system may include a guidewire having one or more sensors thereon for sensing speed of sound in a body vessel lumen and/or in a lumen of the catheter. The sensors may sense a sound sent through the catheter to the body vessel lumen. A blood flow rate may be calculated based on the measured speeds of sound. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112216 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CARDIAC FUNCTION MONITORING - A method and medical device for monitoring cardiac function in a patient that includes a plurality of electrodes to deliver cardiac pacing therapy, and a processor configured to determine a pacing threshold in response to initial delivery of the pacing therapy, determine whether there is a change in the pacing threshold during initial delivery of the pacing therapy, adjust a delivery parameter of the pacing therapy in response to determining the change in the pacing threshold during initial delivery of the pacing therapy, determine whether there is an increase in the pacing threshold during delivery of the adjusted pacing therapy, and determine hypokalemia in response to the increase in the pacing threshold during delivery of the adjusted pacing therapy being present. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112217 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CARDIAC FUNCTION MONITORING - A method and medical device for monitoring cardiac function in a patient that includes a plurality of electrodes to deliver cardiac pacing therapy, and a processor configured to determine a pacing threshold in response to initial delivery of the pacing therapy, determine whether there is a change in the pacing threshold during initial delivery of the pacing therapy, adjust a delivery parameter of the pacing therapy in response to determining whether there is a change in the pacing threshold during initial delivery of the pacing therapy, determine whether there is a decrease in the pacing threshold during delivery of the adjusted pacing therapy, and determine hyperkalemia in response to the decrease in the pacing threshold during delivery of the adjusted pacing therapy being present. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112218 | ANALYSIS OF ELECTROCARDIOGRAM SIGNALS - A method for graphical representation of a train of ECG complexes having an R wave and a T-P interval and having variable isoelectric baselines. The method involves aligning the complexes in terms of signal amplitude by obtaining a baseline, thereby to provide a graphical representation of said train of ECG complexes; and aligning said complexes temporally using corresponding predetermined points. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112219 | INTRINSIC FREQUENCY ANALYSIS FOR LEFT VENTRICLE EJECTION FRACTION OR STROKE VOLUME DETERMINATION - Hardware and software methodology are described for non-invasively monitoring cardiac health. Hemodynamic waveforms variously acquired for a subject are analyzed to calculate or approximate intrinsic frequencies in two domains in two domains across the Dicrotic Notch. Together with associated notch timing, heart rate and blood pressure values left ventricle ejection fraction and/or stroke volume can be determination. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112220 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR WIRELESS MONITORING USING ULTRA-WIDEBAND FREQUENCIES - A system for and a method of wirelessly monitoring one or more patients can include transmitting ultra-wideband pulses toward the one or more patients, receiving ultra-wideband signals, and sampling the ultra-wideband signals. Sampling the ultra-wideband pulses can be performed with a sample rate that is less than the Nyquist rate. Impulse response can be estimated and/or recovered by exploiting sparsity of the impulse response. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112221 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MEASURING THE CONCENTRATION OF NITROGEN MONOXIDE IN THE RESPIRATORY AIR OF A PATIENT - A device for measuring the concentration of nitrogen monoxide in the respiratory air of a patient includes a nitrogen dioxide sensor and a converter. The sensor is arranged between an inlet opening and an outlet opening of the device. The converter, for oxidation of nitrogen monoxide to nitrogen dioxide, is arranged between the inlet opening and the sensor such that the device can be switched to at least two states. In a first state, a fluidic connection is present between the inlet opening and the sensor but does not lead through the converter. In a second state, a fluidic connection is present between the inlet opening and the sensor and leads through the converter. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112222 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MONITORING PHYSIOLOGICAL INFORMATION RELATING TO SLEEP WITH AN IMPLANTABLE DEVICE - Described here are implantable devices and methods for monitoring physiological information relating to sleep. The implantable devices are generally designed to include at least one sensor for sensing physiological information, a processor for processing the physiological information using low computational power to detect a sleep stage, and a battery. The detected sleep stage information may then be used to indicate sleep quality, identify or monitor a medical condition, or guide treatment thereof. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112223 | User Interface For Artifact Removal In An EEG - A method and system for a user interface for artifact removal in an EEG is disclosed herein. The invention allows an operator to select a plurality of artifacts to be automatically removed from an EEG recording using a user interface. The operator pushes a button on the user interface to apply a plurality of filters to remove the plurality of artifacts from the EEG and generate a clean EEG for viewing. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112224 | METHOD OF MEASURING ATTENTION - In a first aspect, the present invention provides a method of measuring attention of a person comprising presenting one or more stimulus aimed at attracting attention of the person; and obtaining positions of the eyes of the person. The method further comprises detecting one or more eye fixations from the obtained positions of the eyes; and measuring the angle of convergence of the eyes over time from the obtained positions of the eyes during one or more of the detected eye fixations. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112225 | MICROBIOPSY DEVICE - A microbiopsy device for taking biological samples, comprising a body including two or more cutting elements for cutting tissue to form a biological sample; and a chamber inside the body for receiving and retaining the biological sample, the chamber having an opening between the cutting elements, wherein the cutting elements are arranged to cut a section of tissue having a width of less than 1 mm. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112226 | SOFT TISSUE CORING BIOSPY DEVICES AND METHODS - An excisional device for either handheld or stereotactic table/MRI use may comprise a work element configured to rotate at a first rotation rate and comprising at least one articulable beak configured to cut tissue in a longitudinal direction. Helical elements or equivalent assemblies may be configured to transport tissue cut by a work element and may be co-axially disposed relative to the work element and may be operative to rotate at rotation rates that may be different from the work element rotation rate. Flush and vacuum tissue transport mechanisms may be incorporated in replacement of or in conjunction with helical elements. A proximal sheath and a distal sheath may be co-axially disposed relative to a work element and may be configured to rotate a work element and to actuate a beak or beaks. A simplified embodiment of this device may be applicable to field use where power sources for actuation may be limited. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112227 | PHLEBOTOMY AID DEVICE - A phlebotomy aid device may include at least two pads each having a body side. An adhesive may attach to the body side of the at least two pads. The at least two pads may be connected by a connecting mechanism. A tightening mechanism may be attached to the connecting mechanism. The device may be attached to skin on sides of a vein of a patient. The tightening mechanism may allow the connecting mechanism to pull on the at least two pads, which in turn, may pull on the skin attached to the at least two pads. The device may allow for the stretching of skin in order to immobilize veins while not encroaching on a sterile field. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112228 | Bagless, dry, odorless catheter - A bagless catheter and incontinence device, which reduces maceration, microbial skin infiltration and infection, urinary tract infection, and offers the user a normal, odor-free, active lifestyle, is provided. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112229 | REAL-TIME ESTIMATION OF TISSUE PERFORATION RISK DURING MINIMALLY INVASIVE MEDICAL PROCEDURE - A method for performing a medical procedure, includes coupling a tip of a probe to tissue in an organ of a patient in order to apply the medical procedure using the probe. A force exerted by the tip on the tissue and a displacement of the tip created by the force are measured. A dependence of the force on the displacement is calculated. Based on the calculated dependence, a risk level of perforation of the tissue is estimated. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112231 | TREATMENT OF FECAL INCONTINENCE - Methods and devices to diagnose and treat fecal incontinence in females and males are provided. A multiple sensor-enabled catheter for positioning in a patient's rectum allows for the visualization and manipulation or positioning of an anatomical reference point(s) in the patient's body. A multiple sensor-enabled catheter for rectal insertion in a patient allows for the visualization and implementation of efficient and effective exercises to strengthen pelvic floor muscles. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112232 | USING CORRELATION STRUCTURE OF SPEECH DYNAMICS TO DETECT NEUROLOGICAL CHANGES - A method and a system for assessing a condition in a subject. An example of a condition is a Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The method comprises measuring at least one speech-related variable in a subject; extracting a channel-delay correlation structure of the at least one speech-related variable; and generating an assessment of a condition of the subject, based on the correlation structure of the at least one speech-related variable. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112233 | Apparatus, System and Method for Neurostimulation by High Frequency Ultrasound - An apparatus, system, and method for neurostimulation by high frequency ultrasound. In one embodiment, an apparatus includes a pulse generator, an ultrasound transducer coupled to the pulse generator, and an implantable stimulator. The implantable stimulator may include a piezoelectric element configured to convert ultrasound signals from the ultrasound transducer into electrical signals, a rectifier configured to convert alternating current from the piezoelectric element to a monophasic current, a capacitor coupled to the rectifier, and a first electrode and a second electrode coupled to the rectifier and capacitor and configured to transmit the monophasic current to body tissue. In addition, the apparatus may include a current-limiting circuit configured to limit the amount of current transmitted to the body tissue. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112234 | DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR THE SELECTIVE POSITIONING OF AN INTRAVASCULAR ULTRASOUND NEUROMODULATION DEVICE - Devices, systems, and methods for the selective positioning of an intravascular ultrasound neuromodulation device are disclosed herein. One aspect of the present technology is directed to positioning systems for focused ultrasound devices. Some embodiments, for example, are directed to dual-balloon positioning systems. Such systems can include, for example, an elongated shaft and a therapeutic assembly and a balloon assembly carried by a distal portion of the elongated shaft. The therapeutic assembly is configured for delivery within a blood vessel. The balloon assembly can include a first balloon and a second balloon circumferentially offset from the first balloon about the elongated shaft. The first and second balloons can be selectively inflated to position an ultrasound transducer of the therapeutic assembly at a precise location within the blood vessel. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112235 | APPARATUS FOR GENERATING FOCUSED ULTRASOUND WAVES WITH REDUCED TREATMENT TIME - The object of the invention relates to an apparatus for the thermal treatment of biological tissues by means of the application of focused ultrasound waves, the apparatus including:
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20150112236 | Method and Apparatus for Providing a Dynamically Loaded Force and/or a Static Progressive Force to a Joint of a Patient - A method and a continuous passive motion device for providing a dynamically loaded force and a static progressive force to a joint of a patient | 2015-04-23 |
20150112237 | DEVICE FOR REHABILITATING BRAIN MECHANISM OF VISUAL PERCEPTION USING COMPLEMENTARY SENSUAL STIMULATIONS - A system for both rehabilitating vision related neural tissue and augmenting vision perception with higher resolution and color information is provided herein. Both rehabilitation and augmentation are achieved by providing direct neural stimulation and at the same time an auditory/tactile signal that serves as an explanatory signal aiding the visual perception by easily perceived sensations. The system includes a capturing device configured to capture a video sequence of images of a scene; a processing unit configured to: (i) convert visual data derived from each captured image into at least one of: auditory representation and tactile representation; and (ii) convert the visual data of a respective captured image into an neural stimulation representation; a neural stimulator configured to generate neural stimulation onto a vision related neural tissue; and an output unit configured to generate an auditory stimulation and tactile output based on the auditory representation and tactile representation, respectively. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112238 | NECK BRACES - A neck brace comprises a frame, which includes a support section for supporting a user's lower jaw and a brace section for bracing the support section. The brace section comprises a sternum rest and a strut that joins the sternum rest to the remainder of the frame, and is shaped to avoid contact with the user's clavicle region. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112239 | ADJUSTABLE LUMBO-SACRAL ORTHOSIS - A lumbo-sacral orthosis having a main body member sized to wrap substantially around a body of a wearer at the wearer's lumbar and sacral region. An outer holds the main body member at the wearer's lumbar and sacral region. An inner belt is cinched to compresses the wearer's body at the waist groove. A lumbar panel with an independently movable flexible element may be supported by the main body member. Side panels may also be supported by the main body member along with an abdominal panel which may include an indepedently movable lower element. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112240 | DAILYSIS DEVICE - According to one embodiment, a dialysis device is made available that can be implanted at least partially into the body of a patient and comprises a blood chamber, through which the patient's blood can flow, a dialysis chamber for receiving a dialysate, and a hydraulic pump device for compressing the two chambers alternately by means of a hydraulic fluid, wherein both chambers are each equipped with two valves for controlling the inflow and outflow of blood and dialysate, respectively, and wherein both chambers are connected to each other in an area designed as a membrane, | 2015-04-23 |
20150112241 | Methods of Treatment Using a Bariatric Sleeve - Method and apparatus for limiting absorption of food products in specific parts of the digestive system is presented. A gastrointestinal implant device is anchored in the stomach and extends beyond the ligament of Treitz. All food exiting the stomach is funneled through the device. The gastrointestinal device includes an anchor for anchoring the device to the stomach and a flexible sleeve to limit absorption of nutrients in the duodenum. The anchor is collapsible for endoscopic delivery and removal. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112242 | SHEATH - The present application includes a sheath that is suitable for use in a variety of medical procedures. In one or more implementations, the sheath includes a shunt member, and a curvable portion. The curvable portion may be configured in various orientations to facilitate an intervention, such as a hemodialysis intervention, or the like, by an operator. The curvable portion may be configured to bend between a substantially straight configuration and a curved configuration. In implementations, the sheath may be configured to have detachable and/or interchangeable components (e.g., shunt member, curvable portion, etc.). | 2015-04-23 |
20150112243 | Integrated Ingestible Event Marker System with Pharmaceutical Product - A system and method are provided for securing an ingestible electronic device to a pharmaceutical product without damaging the ingestible electronic device. The product includes the ingestible electronic device being placed on the product in accordance with one aspect of the present invention. In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, the ingestible electronic device is placed inside the product. Various embodiments are disclosed in accordance with the present invention for protecting and/or coating of the electronic marker as well as securing the ingestible electronic device onto the product. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112244 | SELECTIVELY POLYMERIZABLE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE IN VIVO - Otologic materials and methods are provided. For example, a cell-adhesive, biodegradable hydrogel scaffold loaded with time-released drugs for repairing chronic tympanic membrane perforations is disclosed, methods of making same and administering same are provided. This hydrogel may promote vascular in-growth and epithelial cell growth of the tympanic membrane with the purpose of closing the perforation and providing a barrier between the external and middle ear. The hydrogel is initially a liquid polymer that only gels upon exposure to specific conditions, such as exposure to light. This scaffold may simultaneously induce repair of the tympanic membrane while preventing or alleviating middle ear infection, thus filling a void in current tympanic membrane perforation therapies. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112245 | SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR SELECTIVE CELL LYSIS AND METHODS OF USING SAME - A device for generating microbubbles in a gas and liquid mixture and injection device, the device comprising: a housing defining a mixing chamber; means for mixing solution contained in the mixing chamber to generate microbubbles in the solution; a needle array removably attached to the housing and in fluid connection with the mixing chamber, the needle array including at least one needle; and at least one pressure sensor for measuring tissue apposition pressure, the pressure sensor being mounted on one of the housing and the needle array. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112246 | Filtration System and Method - A laparoscopic filter system having a main unit having an inflow port, an outflow port, a pressure sensing port, a user interface having a power switch, a controller, a pump, and an interface for receiving a detachable filter cartridge, and a detachable filter cartridge configured and arranged to reversibly attach to the interface, the detachable filter cartridge having an inflow pass-through line, an outflow pass-through line, a pressure sensing pass-through line, and a filter media arranged in series with the inflow pass-through line. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112247 | SYSTEM FOR GAS TREATMENT OF A CELL IMPLANT - System for gas treatment of cellular implants. The system enhances the viability and function of cellular implants, particularly those with high cellular density, for use in human or veterinary medicine. The system utilizes a miniaturized electrochemical gas generator subsystem that continuously supplies oxygen and/or hydrogen to cells within an implantable and immunoisolated cell containment subsystem to facilitate cell viability and function at high cellular density while minimizing overall implant size. The cell containment subsystem is equipped with features to allow gas delivery through porous tubing or gas-only permeable internal gas compartments within the implantable cell containment subsystem. Furthermore, the gas generator subsystem includes components that allow access to water for electrolysis while implanted, thereby promoting long-term implantability of the gas generator subsystem. An application of the system is a pancreatic islet (or pancreatic islet analogue) implant for treatment of Type 1 diabetes (T1D) that would be considered a bio-artificial pancreas. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112248 | DOUBLE BARREL SYRINGE AND METHOD TO USE SAME FOR PLACEMENT CONFIRMATION AND JOINT SPACE INJECTION - A syringe is provided having a hub with an orifice, first and second barrels having an interior surface to form respective lumens, a valve, and a test indicator. The first and second barrels slideably receive respective first and second plungers for movement therein. The valve is operable to provide a fluidly communicative path between the orifice of the hub and the first and second barrel lumens. The test indicator is responsive to at least one characteristic of a bodily fluid, the test indicator positioned to be exposed to any bodily fluid drawn into the first barrel lumen and visible from an exterior of the first barrel. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112249 | EXTERIOR CAP OF TRANSFER SET FOR PERITONEAL DIALYSIS - An exterior cap of transfer set for peritoneal dialysis, including: a cylindrical cap unit to which the end connector of the peritoneal transfer set is coupled; a guide unit that is coupled to the cap unit, extends to the peritoneal transfer set to provide an expanding internal space, and guides the end connector of the peritoneal transfer set into the cap unit; and a coupling-separating unit that combines the cap unit and the guide unit with each other and separates the cap unit and the guide unit in accordance with selection of a user. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112250 | SOLUBLE MICRONEEDLE ARRAYS FOR BUCCAL DELIVERY OF VACCINES - A buccal microneedle patch may be provided for vaccination. The buccal microneedle patch may include at least one of microneedles. The at least one microneedles may be configured to contain a predetermined vaccine and to penetrate an outside layer of a buccal mucosa for promptly delivering the predetermined vaccine. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112251 | Positionable Delivery Device and Method - A cartridge for delivery of a material therefrom which has a corrugated portion to allow for bending/extending to be applied to the device from which a material to be deposited can be dispensed. The bendability and extendibility allow for greater efficiency in use and application of the material into cavities, pockets, and/or crevices where one needs to deposit the material. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112252 | DISPENSE INTERFACE - The invention provides a dispense interface for an ejection device comprising a first part and a second part, at least a first opening, a second opening and a third opening, a fluidic channel and a connection element for each of the openings, wherein the first part is joined to said second part to form at least a part of said fluidic channel connecting said openings with each other and wherein each connection element is configured to accept a needle assembly for a fluid tight connection with said corresponding opening in order to reduce the complexity and provide an easy usage of the dispense interface and at the same time overcome the problems of material compatibility and cross contamination. The invention also relates to a system comprising a dispense interface according to the invention and a needle assembly for each opening. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for preparing a dispense interface according to the invention. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112253 | DISPENSE INTERFACE - The present application relates to a dispense interface comprising at least a first flat part tightly connected with a second flat part, wherein at least one of the at least two flat parts comprises at least one deepening configured for forming at least one part of a channel profile, wherein the at least one deepening is formed by embossing, wherein the channel profile comprises at least a first inlet channel and a second inlet channel and at least one outlet channel, wherein each of the at least two inlet channels is configured for fluid communication with a respective reservoir of at least two reservoirs. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112254 | MEDICAL BALLOON WITH MULTI-POSITION ACTUATOR FOR PRECISELY ARRANGING THE WORKING SURFACE - A medical balloon may be provided with an actuator. In one embodiment a balloon catheter includes a shaft extending in a longitudinal direction, said shaft having a proximal end and a distal end, and supporting at least one radiopaque identifier. An inflatable balloon supported along the distal end of the shaft, the balloon when inflated including a working surface. An actuator is provided for aligning at least one end of the working surface with the at least one radiopaque identifier. In another embodiment, the actuator assists with preferential folding. Related methods are also disclosed. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112255 | BALLOON CATHETER WITH EXPANDABLE SHAFT - A balloon catheter comprises a shaft extending in a longitudinal direction and adapted for expanding from a compressed condition to an expanded condition in the longitudinal direction, the shaft supporting at least one radiopaque identifier, and an inflatable balloon positioned along the shaft, the balloon when inflated including a working surface for aligning with the radiopaque identifier in at least the expanded condition of the shaft. Related aspects are also disclosed. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112256 | MEDICAL BALLOON WITH RADIOPAQUE IDENTIFIER FOR PRECISELY IDENTIFYING THE WORKING SURFACE - A balloon catheter includes an elongated, tubular shaft extending in a longitudinal direction, said shaft having a proximal end and a distal end. An inflatable balloon is supported along the distal end of the shaft, the balloon when inflated including first and second spaced conical end sections and a working surface between the conical sections. The balloon further includes at least one radiopaque marking identifying the transition from the conical end section to the working surface. Related aspects are also disclosed. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112257 | MEDICAL BALLOON INCLUDING RADIOPAQUE INSERT FOR PRECISELY IDENTIFYING A WORKING SURFACE LOCATION - A balloon catheter adapted for use with a guidewire includes an elongated, tubular shaft extending in a longitudinal direction, said shaft having a proximal end and a distal end. An inflatable balloon is supported along the distal end of the shaft, the balloon when inflated including first and second spaced ends and a working surface between the ends. An insert located within the interior compartment of the balloon includes at least a radiopaque portion separate from the shaft. Related methods are also disclosed. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112258 | BALLOON CATHETER AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING IT - The invention relates to a balloon catheter comprising a catheter tube and an inflatable balloon. The ends of the balloon are attached to the catheter tube. The outside surface of the balloon in an uninflated state is provided with a relief structure which in an inflated state of the balloon is substantially disappeared. The invention also relates to a method for producing such a balloon catheter. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112259 | Medicament Delivery Device - A medicament delivery device has proximal and distal ends; a medicament container with a plunger, a neck portion, and a delivery member unit; a housing extending along a longitudinal axis with proximal and distal open ends; a drive unit configured to apply a force on the plunger; and a C-shaped tubular body with a longitudinal slit/gap such that body can be attached to the neck portion forming a container unit. The C-shaped body also has an inner support configured to interact with the neck portion and with the delivery member unit and prevent the medicament container from moving relative to the body after the medicament container is attached to the body, and outer support configured to interact with a corresponding support of the housing to prevent the C-shaped tubular body from moving relative to the housing after the container is arranged within the housing through the distal open end. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112260 | THERMAL AND NEAR INFRARED DETECTION OF BLOOD VESSELS - Systems and methods are provided for non-invasive detection of blood vessels. The systems and methods cool uniformly a tissue volume below a skin region for a specified cooling period and then image vessel thermal footprints of vessels below the skin as they heat up the skin region. The systems comprise a thermal imaging device configured to image the skin region after the cooling period, an image processor arranged to identify, in images captured by the thermal imaging device, which arise on the skin region after discontinuation of the cooling, and displaying means configured to present the identified vessel thermal footprints. The system and methods may analyze the spatio-temporal patterns of the natural heating of the skin surface to derive data on the location of the vessels under the skin. Three dimensional (3D) imaging optics and techniques may further enhance the vessel imaging. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112261 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR SENSING TISSUES AND TISSUE COMPARTMENTS - An apparatus provides feedback regarding the material in which tip of the apparatus is located as the tip is advanced into matter of varying resistances. The apparatus responds to a change in pressure, force, or other parameter such that when the tip reaches matter of a certain resistance, a change in the parameter is sensed. The apparatus provides a driving force to a penetrating medical device, such as a needle, when the apparatus tip encounters material of high resistance. When the apparatus tip encounters a low resistance material, no further driving force is applied to the apparatus. An inner core may be advanced into the low resistance material for deployment of a gas or a liquid as desired. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112262 | AUTOINJECTION DEVICES - An autoinjection device includes a main body in the front end of which is slideably mounted a drawer or front body portion. The drawer can be opened to remove or insert a syringe. Closing the drawer whilst pressing a multifunction button primes the drive mechanism by latching it against trigger latch. Pressing the button gain whilst urging the front end causes the drawer to release the trigger latch. After the injection the drawer shrouds the used needle and can be released only by pressing the button. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112263 | Fluid Delivery Device - The present disclosure relates to fluid delivery devices for supplying a fluid, e.g., a flush medium, to a medical device, e.g., a vascular access device, inexpensively. The fluid delivery device includes a collapsible body defining a fluid reservoir and a connector for securing the fluid delivery device to the medical device. The collapsible body can include a bellows or pleated structure. In addition, structure including levers or plungers can be provided to collapse the body. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112264 | Devices, Methods and Systems for Wireless Control of Medical Devices - A medical device system is disclosed. The medical device system includes a first medical device and a second medical device. A remote interface including a touch screen is also included. The remote interface is in wireless communication with the first medical device and the second medical device. The remote interface is configured to provide a user interface to the first medical device and the second medical device. The remote interface is configured to receive user input through a touch screen. Also, a charging device is included. The charging device is configured to receive at least the first medical device and the remote interface and the charging device is configured to recharge a first medical device battery and the charging device is configured to recharge an interface battery in the remote interface. The charging device is connected to a personal computer wherein the personal computer provides information to the remote interface. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112265 | Infusion Pump Device - An infusion pump device comprises a pumping means having a fluid inlet which is adapted to be connected to a vial for taking fluid out of the vial and a fluid outlet which is adapted to be connected to an infusion catheter, and a controlling means which is adapted to be connected to the vial and to control pressure inside the vial so as to avoid occurrence of underpressure at the fluid inlet. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112266 | INDWELLING ASSEMBLY - An indwelling assembly includes an inner needle having a sharp needlepoint at a distal end to puncture a blood vessel of a patient, an inner needle hub fixed to the proximal portion of the inner needle, a hollow elongated outer member in which the inner needle is positioned, with the hollow elongated member being movable in a distal direction relative to the inner needle after puncturing the patient's blood vessel, an outer member hub fixed to the proximal portion of the hollow elongated outer member, an elongated contact member configured to contact an intermediate portion of the hollow elongated outer member, and an elongated movable member movable relative to the hollow elongated outer member and the outer member hub. The elongated movable member is connected to the inner needle hub so that the inner needle hub, the inner needle and the elongated movable member move together. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112267 | INDWELLING ASSEMBLY - An indwelling assembly includes an inner needle having a sharp needlepoint, an inner needle hub fixed to the inner needle, a hollow elongated outer member in which the inner needle is positioned and movable in a distal direction relative to the inner needle after puncturing the blood vessel to position the elongated outer member at a desired position in the blood vessel, an outer member hub fixed to hollow elongated outer member, a projection removably connected to the outer member hub and configured to be engaged by a finger of the user to apply a force to the projection causing the outer member hub and the hollow elongated outer member to move together with the projection in the distal direction relative to the inner needle and the inner needle hub, and an elongated movable member that is movable relative to the hollow elongated outer member and the outer member hub. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112268 | FLUID INFUSER - A fluid infuser includes an introduction needle having a projection on a peripheral surface, and an infusion tube configured to cover the introduction needle. The projection of the introduction needle is installed at a position where the introduction needle comes into contact with the infusion tube, and includes a first surface and a second surface. The first surface is arranged at a picking end side of the introduction needle with respect to the second surface, and an angle of inclination of the first surface is larger than an angle of inclination of the second surface. The fluid infuser is configured to guide an infusion tube to an object of insertion adequately, and allow the introduction needle to be pulled out easily from the infusion tube. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112269 | OPERATIONAL INSTRUMENT FOR FLUID INJECTOR USING MULTI-MICRONEEDLE DEVICE - An operation tool for a fluid injector includes an outer cylinder having a housing extending from a first open end to a second open end, and a selective transfer mechanism provided on the outer cylinder. The selective transfer mechanism moves the fluid injector from an initial position to a first protrusion position and then to a second protrusion position in the housing of the outer cylinder. When the fluid injector is at the initial position, the multi-microneedle device has microneedles retracted from the first open end and positioned inside the housing, when the fluid injector is at the first protrusion position, the microneedles are protruded out to a first distance from the first open end, and when the fluid injector is at the second protrusion position, the microneedles are protruded out to a second distance from the first open end. The second distance is shorter than the first distance. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112270 | Intravenous Catheter Anchoring Device - An anchoring device for securing a catheter to a patient includes a platform and a restraining strap. The platform includes a plurality of connectors extending outwardly from a base, each of the connectors including a head at a distal end of a post. The retaining strap cooperates with the platform to define a catheter-receiving passageway designed to receive a portion of the catheter. The restraining strap may include a first end including a first pull tab and a second pull tab, a second end including a third pull tab and a fourth pull tab, and a stretch portion between the first end and the second end. The restraining strap may also include a plurality of attachment locations, each of the attachment locations including a through-hole designed to receive the head of one of the plurality of connectors. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112271 | Sampling Port - A sampling port includes a hub having a body that forms a hub chamber for containing a fluid. The hub also has a proximal opening to the hub chamber for receiving a medical implement, and the hub chamber has a valve member that normally closes the opening. The valve member has a valve wall forming a valve interior. The sampling port also has a first and second fluid channel formed by the hub body and in fluid communication with the hub chamber. The first and second channels have radial portions and proximally extending portions with proximally extending longitudinal axes. The proximally extending longitudinal axes form a plane therebetween that diverges from the longitudinal axis of the first fluid channel. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112272 | Drug Delivery Device - The invention relates to a drug delivery device comprising: a syringe with a body from which a needle extends and an inner sheath; a piston rod comprising a piston and an actuation head, a support sheath for holding the body. It is envisaged that the support sheath and the actuation head comprise corresponding indicators. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112273 | AUTO-INJECTOR WITH ACTIVE AGENT CONTAINER LATCHING - In an elongated casing, an active agent container connected to an injection needle can be shifted axially by a spring force. Auto-injectors which are sold or distributed filled and with the springs tensed have to be provided with a needle protecting cap to ensure the sterility of the injection needle. When such a needle protecting cap is removed as preparation for using the auto-injector, a tensile force can be exerted on the active agent container. Therefore, the active agent container comprising the injection needle must be prevented from being undesirably pulled forwards. At least one latching tongue prevents the active agent container from being prematurely shifted with respect to the casing, by abutting a flange arranged on a sliding sleeve which accommodates the active agent container. When the auto-injector is placed onto a person's skin, a needle protecting tube is shifted into the casing, forcing the latching tongue away from the flange and, thus, freeing the travel path for needle movement. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112274 | MULTIPLE USE DISPOSABLE INJECTION PEN - A medication injection pen ( | 2015-04-23 |
20150112275 | Medical Injector with Ratcheting Plunger - A medical injector is provided herein having a body with a displaceable plunger. The plunger includes a plurality of spaced-apart ratchet teeth disposed along the length thereof. At least one indexer is provided formed to engage the plunger, wherein the indexer is configured to allow the plunger to displace distally towards a distal end of the body but not proximally towards a proximal end of the body. The medical injector also includes an actuator having an engagement portion formed to engage one or more of the ratchet teeth. The actuator is displaceable to a ready state, the engagement portion being displaced proximally relative to the plunger with the actuator being displaced to the ready state. The indexer prevents proximal movement of the plunger thereby allowing the engagement portion to by-pass one or more of the ratchet teeth with the actuator being displaced to the ready state. In addition, the actuator is displaceable from the ready state to cause actuation of the medical injector. The displacement from the ready state causes distal displacement of the engagement portion with the engagement portion engaging one or more of the ratchet teeth and causing distal displacement of the plunger with the engagement portion. Advantageously, the subject invention provides a plunger for a medical injector which may be controllably advanced with a minimum number of cooperating parts. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112276 | Medical Injector with Ratcheting Plunger - A medical injector is provided herein having a body with a displaceable plunger. The plunger includes a plurality of spaced-apart ratchet teeth disposed along the length thereof. At least one indexer is provided formed to engage the plunger, wherein the indexer is configured to allow the plunger to displace distally towards a distal end of the body but not proximally towards a proximal end of the body. The medical injector also includes an actuator having an engagement portion formed to engage one or more of the ratchet teeth. The actuator is displaceable to a ready state, the engagement portion being displaced proximally relative to the plunger with the actuator being displaced to the ready state. The indexer prevents proximal movement of the plunger thereby allowing the engagement portion to by-pass one or more of the ratchet teeth with the actuator being displaced to the ready state. In addition, the actuator is displaceable from the ready state to cause actuation of the medical injector. The displacement from the ready state causes distal displacement of the engagement portion with the engagement portion engaging one or more of the ratchet teeth and causing distal displacement of the plunger with the engagement portion. Advantageously, the subject invention provides a plunger for a medical injector which may be controllably advanced with a minimum number of cooperating parts. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112277 | Welded Housing Components of a Drug Delivery Device - The present invention relates to a drug delivery device for dispensing a dose of a medicament, comprising: a first housing component, and a second housing component welded with the first housing component by means of at least one induction heatable component. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112278 | Systems and Methods for Needle for Subclavian Vein Penetration - Systems and methods for placement of an introducer needle into the subclavian vein. A needle for subclavian vein penetration includes a straight needle portion, a bent needle portion, and a hub. The bent portion allows for needle placement with minimized chance of complications. The needle and hub form a lumen through which a guide wire can be placed. The bent needle portion has an inner diameter substantially similar to the inner diameter of the straight needle portion to reduce resistance due to movement of the guide wire. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112279 | LINKAGE ACTUATED HEMOSTASIS MECHANISM AND METHOD - A hemostasis mechanism includes a deformable seal, and a plunger guided for translation within a housing to displace a fluid to a clearance extending between the deformable seal and the housing. The displaced fluid increases fluid pressure in the clearance to deform the deformable seal into sealing contact with a medical device. An actuator for the plunger includes a linkage having arms rotatable about first and second axes, and configured such that their rotation is converted into translation of the plunger. The linkage is adjustable from a retracted configuration to an advanced, cammed-over configuration. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112280 | SURGICAL SEAL ASSEMBLY - A surgical seal assembly, includes a seal housing defining a longitudinal housing axis and having a longitudinal opening therethrough, a seal having an inner seal portion defining a passage and being adapted to form a substantial seal about a surgical instrument disposed within the passage and a guide mounted to the seal housing. The guide has an inner guide portion proximal of the inner seal portion of the seal and spaced therefrom. The inner guide portion defines a channel adapted to generally direct the surgical instrument toward the inner seal portion of the seal upon entry of the surgical instrument within the longitudinal opening of the seal housing. The inner guide portion is relatively compliant to accommodate initial offset or angled entry of the surgical instrument. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112281 | SAFETY CANNULA FOR EXTRACORPOEREAL BLOOD TREATMENT - The present invention relates to a safety cannula, in particular for extracorporeal blood treatment, comprising a housing and a puncturing cannula having a ground tip, wherein the housing is designed to lie against the skin of a patient during use, and furthermore comprising a safety device which is suitable for automatically pulling the puncturing cannula back into the housing into a protected position when the housing is removed from the skin. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112282 | HOLLOW MICRONEEDLE AND SUBRETINAL SYRINGE FOR SUBRETINAL INJECTION OR EXTRACTION - The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a hollow microneedle for subretinal injection or extraction. The microneedle for subretinal injection or extraction is made of metal, thereby providing the strength and force for penetrating the sclera and retina. Due to the length and the angle of curvature, the microneedle for subretinal injection or extraction of the present invention can reach a suitable subretinal site, such as the midperiphery at which optic nerves are accumulated, and thus the present invention is effective for delivering a drug and can enhance the effectiveness of the drug. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112283 | NEEDLE-SHAPED BODY AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING NEEDLE-SHAPED BODY - A method for manufacturing a needle-shaped body, including supplying a first aqueous solution to an intaglio plate, supplying a second aqueous solution to the intaglio plate, drying the first and second aqueous solutions in the intaglio plate such that a dried body is formed on the intaglio plate, and separating the dried body from the intaglio plate such that a needle-shaped body including a needle-shaped projection and a support base which supports the needle-shaped projection is obtained. The intaglio plate includes a recess corresponding to the needle-shaped projection, the first aqueous solution is supplied to fill at least a portion of the recess, the first aqueous solution and the second aqueous solution are immiscible, the first aqueous solution forms a projection side layer in the needle-shaped body, and the second aqueous solution forms a support base side layer on the projection side layer in the needle-shaped body. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112284 | Implantable Medical Devices Including Septum-Based Indicators - An access port for providing subcutaneous access to a patient is disclosed. The access port includes a septum including palpable identification indicia thereon. In particular, the access port in one embodiment includes a body that defines a fluid cavity and a needle-penetrable septum covering the fluid cavity for providing access thereto. The septum defines an outer periphery. One or more palpation features are included on the septum. The palpation features each include a portion that extends in a radial direction beyond the outer periphery of the septum. The palpation features are therefore disposed relatively farther away from each other, simplifying palpation and identification thereof after the port has been subcutaneously implanted into a patient. The palpation features can be indicative of an attribute of the port, such as its ability to withstand fluid pressures and flow rates associated with power injection, for instance. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112285 | Transdermal Therapeutic System For Administering Rivastigmine Or Derivatives Thereof - The present invention relates to a transdermal therapeutic system for administering an active substance through the skin, comprising:
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20150112286 | DEVICE FOR PACKAGING AND DISPENSING A SUBSTANCE FOR OPHTHALMIC USE - Device for packaging and dispensing drops of a substance for ophthalmic use, generally fluid, semi-fluid or in suspension, emulsion or oily solution, comprising a dispensing accessory ( | 2015-04-23 |
20150112287 | ELECTROSPUN DEXTRAN FIBERS AND DEVICES FORMED THEREFROM - The invention generally relates to dextran fibers which are preferably electrospun and devices formed from such fibers. In particular, such devices may include substances of interest (such as therapeutic substances) associated with the electrospun fibers. Upon exposure to a liquid the electrospun fibers dissolve immediately and the substances of interest are released into the liquid. Exemplary devices include bandages formed from electrospun dextran fibers and associated agents that promote hemostasis, such as thrombin and fibrinogen. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112288 | TARGETED DELIVERY OF MAGNETICALLY TAGGED ACTIVE AGENTS IN COMBINATION WITH NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY - Methods and systems for treating a wound using targeted delivery of magnetically-tagged active agents in combination with negative pressure wound therapy are presented. In particular, a magnetically-active wound insert may be used to attract magnetically-tagged stem cells to a wound site to treat the wound. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112289 | WEARABLE EXTERNAL VENTRICULAR DRAIN SYSTEM - A wearable EVD system having a ventricular catheter and transducer supported proximately to a patient's ear by a mount, such as supporting headband or ear clip. An adjustable orifice valve or a spring-loaded needle valve is used to control the amount of CSF that drains into a drip chamber suspended on the patient for periodic measurement and emptying into a similarly located drainage bag, thereby avoiding the need for an IV pole and allowing the patient more mobility without disrupting drainage of CSF. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112290 | NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND CLOSURE DEVICE - The present invention relates to a negative pressure wound closure system and methods for using such a system. Preferred embodiments of the invention facilitate closure of the wound by preferentially contracting to provide for movement of the tissue. Preferred embodiments can utilize tissue grasping elements to apply a wound closing force to the tissue. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112291 | DISPOSABLE ABSORBENT ARTICLE HAVING BREATHABLE SIDE FLAPS - A simple disposable absorbent article including a chassis and an absorbent assembly. The chassis includes a water-impermeable sheet folded laterally inward at both of its side edges to form opposing side flaps. Each side flap is attached to the interior surface of the chassis adjacent to its end edges. Each side flap has a longitudinally extending elastic gathering member attached adjacent to its proximal edge. The absorbent assembly is smaller in width and in length than the chassis. The side edges and end edges of the absorbent assembly may be disposed proximally relative to the respective side edges and end edges of the chassis. The absorbent assembly includes an absorbent core that may contain superabsorbent particles, which may be contained inside pockets. The chassis may be extensible. The absorbent assembly may be in a cruciform pattern to the chassis to allow portions of the chassis to extend laterally. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112292 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE WITH DUAL CORE - An absorbent article. The absorbent article includes a topsheet having a body contacting surface, a backsheet joined to said topsheet, and an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet, wherein the absorbent core has an upper layer and a lower layer. The lower layer has two density zones. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112293 | Absorbent Article Having A Composite Web With Visual Signal Thereon - A composite web comprising a nonwoven layer, wherein the composite web can be incorporated into an absorbent article. A volume of ink is applied to the composite web such that when the composite web is incorporated into the absorbent article, a visual signal is produced. Methods of printing on the composite web are also provided. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112294 | PACKAGING UNIT HAVING IMPROVED SEALING PROPERTIES - A packaging unit formed from a sheet of material having an inner surface, an outer surface and one folding axis dividing the sheet into a first region and a second region. The inner surface includes an inner edge portion and an outer edge portion, wherein one of the inner edge portion and the outer edge portion of the edge zone of the first region is provided with adhesive, and the other of the inner edge portion and the outer edge portion of the edge zone of the first region is adhesive-free. One of the inner edge portion and the outer edge portion of the edge zone of the second region is provided with adhesive, and the other of the inner edge portion and the outer edge portion of the edge zone of the second region is adhesive-free in a complementary manner to the edge zone of the first region. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112295 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE WITH LEG GASKETING CUFF - A disposable absorbent article may include a topsheet, a backsheet, an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet, and a leg gasketing system. The leg gasketing system may include an inner cuff and an outer cuff; the inner cuff may include an inner cuff folded edge and an inner cuff material edge and the outer cuff may include an outer cuff folded edge and an outer cuff material edge such that the web of material is folded laterally inward to form the outer cuff folded edge and folded laterally outward to form the inner cuff material edge. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112296 | EXPOSURE-PREVENTING CAP - Provided is an exposure-preventing cap of a novel and simple structure that, by being mounted on a vial, can more reliably inhibit leaking of drug solution to an outside when pulling out and collecting drug solution in a syringe from the vial. An exposure-preventing cap, which is mounted on a mouth of a vial sealed with a rubber stopper, wherein a puncturing hole is formed in a center part of a cap-shaped housing that is attached to a mouth of the vial, and a rubber membrane is arranged at the puncturing hole so as to form an internal space between facing surfaces of the rubber membrane and the rubber stopper. The rubber membrane has a dome shape that is convex facing the rubber stopper. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112297 | QUICK RELEASE VIAL ADAPTER - Vial adapters including a skirt having a transverse directed top surface and a pair of opposite downward depending snap fit flex members each integrally formed with an inward directed ridge for telescopically snap fitting onto a vial opening and an upright finger grip extension. Manual inward urging of the pair of opposite finger grip extensions towards one another flexes the pair of opposite snap fit flex members at the top surface such that their pair of opposite inwardly directed ridges are outwardly urged from one another thereby releasing a previously snap fitted drug vial. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112298 | BREAST PUMP AND SYSTEM OR PROGRAM FOR PUMPING BREASTS - There is a breastfeeding device having a microprocessor having a memory embedded therein that can be pre-programmed to have a plurality of different sucking cycles interspersed with periodic pauses. These different cycles and pauses allow for an accurate modeling of a woman breastfeeding a child. In addition, this system and process can also result in a pre-programmable breastfeeding pump, which creates a preset time for initialization and a preset schedule of a series of events for breastfeeding over a period of time such as over a 24 hour or 30 hour period of time so that the user can automatically use the breast pump without having to use any of the keys on the keyboard of the device. In at least one embodiment, the device including any software which can be programmed thereon, is configured to mimic or model itself towards a suction pattern of a child. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112299 | Magnetically-Controllable Delivery System for Therapeutic Agents - A magnetic delivery system for delivering a magnetizable particle to a location in a body, the device includes a magnetizable object implanted in the body, wherein the magnetizable object includes a plurality of segments distributed throughout the magnetizable object and wherein the segments are configured to provide a magnetic gradient for attracting the magnetizable particle and an external source of a magnetic field capable of (i) magnetizing the magnetizable particle and (ii) increasing a degree of magnetization of the magnetizable object and thereby creating the magnetic gradient. A drug delivery system including the magnetic delivery system and a magnetizable particle associated with a therapeutic agent and/or a cell. A cell delivery system based on the magnetic delivery system and a magnetizable particle associated with a cell. A method of using the magnetic delivery system for delivery of a therapeutic agent and/or a cell to a targeted location in a body. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112300 | METHOD FOR ENHANCED TRANS-TISSUE DELIVERY OF THERAPEUTIC SUBSTANCES - A method of enhanced trans-tissue delivery of therapeutic substances including; placing an electrode in proximity to human or animal tissue covered with material of sufficient concentration of such substances; applying a voltage signal to generate plasma, preferably Dielectric Barrier Discharge in Air, between the tissue and the electrode. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112301 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ENDOLUMINAL STENT TRANSIT - An endoluminal stent transit device. The endoluminal stent transit device includes a wire having a distal end and a proximal end, and a guide element attached to the wire at the distal end, which is movable between a first position and a second position. The guide element in the first position is in a contracted configuration while located within a lumen of a catheter and has a first diameter smaller than the catheter, and in the second position is in an expanded configuration while located outside of the lumen of the catheter and has a second diameter larger than the catheter. | 2015-04-23 |
20150112302 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR INHIBITING FOREIGN-BODY RESPONSES IN DIABETIC PATIENTS - Methods and devices are provided for reducing a diabetic patient's foreign body immune response, including infusion site-loss and/or occlusion. Such foreign body responses are associated with the treatment of the diabetic patient where the treatment requires subcutaneous implantation of a foreign body, such as a cannula or catheter. In certain embodiments of the invention, a response-inhibiting agent is administered to a patient at the site of cannula/catheter insertion, thereby facilitating delivery of insulin to the diabetic patient and mitigating site-loss and/or occlusion over a period of time. | 2015-04-23 |