38th week of 2014 patent applcation highlights part 174 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20140276604 | Medical Tube Securing Device - A medical tube securing device including: (a) an anchor that can be attached to the skin of a patient, wherein at least one opening extends through the anchor and is shaped and sized to receive a medical tube; (b) a first padding layer having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side of the first padding layer is joined to the anchor and has at least one opening that extends through the first side and the second side of the first padding layer; (c) at least one clasp joined to the second side of the first padding layer, wherein the clasp receives and holds in place a portion of the medical tube; and (d) a second padding layer. A method of securing a medical tube is also disclosed. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276605 | CATHETER FOR VASCULAR INTERVENTIONS - Embodiments provide adjustable vascular catheter systems suitable for use in radial access procedures. In embodiments, the adjustable catheter includes an elongated tubular member having a wall defining a proximal end, a distal end, and a main lumen extending therebetween; a first micro-lumen having a proximal end, a distal end, and a hollow lumen extending therebetween, wherein the first micro-lumen extends substantially outwardly from the catheter wall and runs in parallel with the main lumen; and a first shape wire adapted to pass within the first micro-lumen, wherein the first shape wire has a shape memory function sufficient to deflect a deflectable distal portion of the elongated tubular member. In various embodiments, the shape of the deflected distal portion may allow a user to navigate the catheter past one or more tortuosities and reach normally positioned and anomalous positioned vascular ostia. Some embodiments include second and third shape wires, each having a different shape memory function. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276606 | MOVEABLE CUFF - Disclosed is a catheter assembly that includes a catheter, a sheath on the catheter, a sleeve on the sheath and a tissue ingrowth cuff affixed to the sleeve. The sleeve and sheath are movable along the length of the catheter with the sheath being removable from between the sleeve and the catheter. When the sheath is removed, the sleeve becomes substantially fixed in position on the catheter. The sheath may have a comparatively low coefficient of friction against the catheter while the sleeve may have a comparatively high coefficient of friction against the catheter. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276607 | MOVEABLE CUFF - Embodiments of the disclosed positioning systems can include a catheter assembly having a catheter with an external surface and an outer diameter, and a movable cuff assembly engaged around the circumference of the catheter. An exemplary movable cuff assembly includes a sleeve, a tissue ingrowth cuff affixed to the sleeve, and a clamp affixed to the sleeve, where when the first clamp is engaged, the movable cuff assembly is substantially fixed in position on the external surface of the catheter and wherein when the first clamp is disengaged, the movable cuff assembly is slidably movable over the external surface of the catheter. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276608 | BALLOON SCLEROTHERAPY - Disclosed are methods, devices, and systems for treating a body lumen with a sclerothepeutic agent. The method includes the steps of positioning a porous balloon assembly at a site in the lumen to be treated, inflating the assembly to establish a close approximation to the lumen wall, forcing the sclerotherapeutic agent to exit the pores and come in contact with the lumen wall, and to deflate and retrieve the balloon assembly. The methods, devices and systems disclosed herein are especially useful for the treatment of incompetent veins and their contributory branches. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276609 | Fetal Intervention Using Magnetically-Guided Navigation - Methods and systems for fetal intervention to address malformations or other conditions are presented. In one instance, a method is provided that includes introducing a guide catheter into the fetus' venous system and using controlled magnets to position the guide catheter at a desired location. The method also involves positioning the treatment catheter at a treatment location using the guide catheter and delivering a treatment using the treatment catheter at the treatment location. In one particular application, a hypoplastic left heart is treated by using a balloon catheter as the treatment catheter and inflating a balloon on the balloon catheter at the aortic valve. Other methods and systems are disclosed. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276610 | DELIVERY DEVICES AND RELATED METHODS OF USE - A medical device including an outer balloon, an inner balloon, and at least one delivery unit is disclosed. The outer balloon defines a first internal cavity that remains in fluid communication with a first inflation lumen. The inner balloon is disposed within the first internal cavity, and defines a second internal cavity that is in fluid communication with a second inflation lumen. Each delivery unit includes at least one needle configured to pierce a tissue and at least one reservoir containing a material. Further, inflation of the outer balloon or the inner balloon is structured and arranged to deliver the material into the tissue through the needle lumen. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276611 | Trapping Sheaths and Guide Catheters - Introducer sheaths and (e.g., guide) catheters with inflatable trapping elements for trapping and/or stabilizing devices (e.g., guidewires, catheters, and/or the like) in a primary lumen of the sheath or catheter. Such sheaths and catheters may be configured for endovascular, endoscopic, laparoscopic, and/or urological procedures. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276612 | STEERABLE CATHETERS - Embodiments of steerable catheters are disclosed. The catheters may include a plurality of generally arcuate-shaped struts connected at proximal and distal ends of a handle. The handle is connected to a tubular portion at a distal end of the handle. The tubular portion includes a resilient component positioned near a distal tip of the tubular portion. The catheter includes a pull wire fixed to a point at or near the distal tip of the tubular portion. Upon manual compression of the handle, the struts are squeezed together, lengthening the handle, and extending the pull wire proximally. The proximal extension of the pull wire can cause the distal tip of the catheter to deflect. The catheter can be rotated greater than 360° around a longitudinal axis. The compressible handle can allow a user of the catheter tactile feedback and control over navigation of the catheter. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276613 | CATHETER SYSTEM - In a catheter system and method for controlling such a system, a first working component is carried by a shaft and has at least one characteristic that is adjustable. A first control line extends within the shaft and operatively couples a first actuator with the first working component such that actuation of the first actuator acts on the first control line to adjust the first working component. A second control line separate from the first control line extends within the shaft and is operatively coupled to a second working component such that acting on the second control line adjusts at least one characteristic of the second working component. A compensator assembly is associated with the handle, with the second control line being operatively coupled to the compensator assembly. The compensator assembly is operable, in response to actuation of the first actuator, to inhibit slack from forming in the second control line. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276614 | SUBSTANCE DELIVERY DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A substance delivery device includes an elongated tubular body having opposing proximal and distal ends, a plunger assembly slidably received within the tubular body at the proximal end thereof, and a hollow needle secured within the tubular body at the distal end thereof. The tubular body includes a longitudinal opening located between the proximal and distal ends that is adapted to allow a substance cartridge to be inserted within the tubular body. The plunger assembly includes a plunger that is in slideable sealing engagement with an inside wall of the tubular body, an engagement head positioned proximate an opposite end of the longitudinal opening, and a rod extending between and connecting the plunger and engagement head. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276615 | DELIVERY CATHETER HAVING IMAGING CAPABILITIES - The invention is a delivery catheter, e.g., a guide catheter, having an imaging element in proximity to the distal end of the catheter. Catheters of the invention are able to placement of the catheter in proximity to an ostium, thereby increasing the efficiency of contrast delivery while reducing the risk of ischemia due to blocked blood supply. The invention additionally assists in maintaining catheter position during delivery of a fluid from the catheter, resulting in better performance with less fluid. For example, a catheter of the invention can be used to produce improved fluoroscopic images with less overall contrast. This improvement reduces the risk of an allergic reaction to the contrast while decreasing the length of time for a procedure, i.e., because of a need to re-contrast. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276616 | CATHETER-BASED DEVICES AND METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING SPECIFIC ANATOMICAL LANDMARKS OF THE HUMAN AORTIC VALVE - A valve-plane-defining catheter includes a hollow flexible sheath having a distal end and defining a distal opening, a guidewire assembly, and three radiopaque valve-nadir markers. The guidewire assembly has a guidewire slidably disposed in the flexible sheath and having a distal end, three wire arms each having a terminating end and a proximal end offset from the terminating end and attached to the distal end of the guidewire to dispose the three wire arms approximately 120 degrees from one another about a circle defined by the terminating end of the three wire arms. The three radiopaque valve-nadir markers disposed respectively at the terminating end of each of the three wire arms, each of the valve-nadir markers being sized to fit within the distal opening. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276617 | Directional Guide Catheter Assembly - A guide catheter assembly includes an outer sheath and an inner catheter disposed, at least partially, within the outer sheath. A tether tethers the inner catheter to the outer sheath. The guide catheter assembly has a first configuration where the tether is untensioned and distal ends of the outer sheath and inner catheter are pointing in a first direction. In a second configuration of the guide catheter assembly, the tether is tensioned, the distal end of the outer sheath is pointing in the first direction, the distal end of the inner catheter is pointing in a second direction that is different from the first direction, and the tether is oriented at an angle different from both the first direction and the second direction. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276618 | Boosting Catheter and Related Systems and Methods - The various embodiments herein relate to a boosting catheter for positioning through a conventional guiding catheter into the vasculature of a patient, the boosting catheter having a distal tubular member and a proximal elongated shaft coupled to the distal tubular member. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276619 | Extendable Intravenous Catheter - An intravenous catheter has a tip portion, an extendable portion and a proximal portion attached to a hub. The extendable portion has a refracted position and an extended position. A wire may be incorporated in the intravenous portion. The wire may have a receiver disposed in the tip portion. An extender tool is insertable and removable from the catheter. The extender is dimensioned to engage the receiver upon insertion into said catheter and lengthen the extendable portion of said catheter to said extended position when inserted. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276620 | AUXILIARY SMALL VASCULATURE GUIDEWIRE - The invention generally relates to an auxiliary guidewire for an intravascular procedure. The invention provides an auxiliary guidewire that slips over a primary guidewire and can provide a very fine extension beyond the end of the primary guidewire. The primary guidewire can be taken to its limit within the fine vasculature, and the auxiliary guidewire can then extend further into the fine vasculature. The primary guidewire can be taken to a bifurcation. The primary guidewire and the auxiliary guidewire can be sent down separate branches of the bifurcation. A physician can select which of the primary guidewire and the auxiliary guidewire are within the branch that needs to be treated by, for example, consulting an angiography display. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276621 | FLUID DELIVERY CATHETER WITH PRESSURE-ACTUATING NEEDLE DEPLOYMENT AND RETRACTION - A fluid delivery catheter that uses micro-needles for fluid delivery though a vessel wall. The catheter may provide fluid delivery therapy for various procedures, such as, for example, delivery of tumescent fluid or renal denervation. The catheter includes an elongate member with deployable and retractable needles disposed about a distal end of the elongate member. The needles may be disposed radially about the distal end and/or along a length of the distal end. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276622 | NERVE BLOCK SYSTEM WITH CURVED INTRODUCER AND METHODS OF USE - Disclosed herein is a nerve block system comprising a nerve block needle and a curved introducer. Also disclosed are components of and methods of use of the nerve block system. The curved introducer of the nerve block system provides navigability and maintains column stiffness. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276623 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ENTERAL FEEDING - According to one aspect of the disclosure, a medical device may include a dilation device. The dilation device may include an expandable member configured to extend at least partially into an opening in tissue. The expandable member may also be configured to expand the opening when the expandable member moves from an unexpanded state to an expanded state. The dilation device may also include one or more markings on the expandable member. The one or more markings may be configured to provide a visual indication of a characteristic of the opening in the tissue when the expandable member extends at least partially into the opening. The medical device may also include a feeding device configured to extend at least partially into the opening in the tissue. At least a portion of the dilation device may be configured to be received within the feeding device. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276624 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR NASAL RINSING - An apparatus and method for dispensing a saline solution for nasal rinsing includes using a container having a bottom for resting on a surface and a top defining an opening. A pump having a pump housing is disposed within the container and is coupled to the opening of the container. A pump handle is coupled to a pump shaft, which is in turn coupled to the pump housing. The pump handle is coupled to a plunger disposed within the pump housing. An elongate flexible tube is coupled at a first end to the pump handle. A nozzle configured for mating with a nostril of a user is coupled to a second end of the flexible tubing. Pumping the handle causes the saline solution to flow through the nozzle under controlled pressure into a nasal passage of a user. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276625 | NASAL FLUID MANAGEMENT DEVICE - An apparatus comprises a body and a conduit. The body comprises an absorbent material. The conduit is in fluid communication with the body. The conduit has a suction opening positioned within the absorbent material. The conduit is operable to draw fluid away from the absorbent material. The apparatus may be positioned within the posterior choana or the nasopharynx of a patient using a deployment instrument. The apparatus may prevent fluids from draining from the nasal cavity into the patient's throat. In some instances, the apparatus is used as a plug during a sinus irrigation procedure to prevent irrigation fluid from traveling down the patient's throat. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276626 | NASAL FLUID MANAGEMENT DEVICE - An apparatus comprises a body and a conduit. The body comprises an absorbent material. The conduit is in fluid communication with the body. The conduit has a suction opening positioned within the absorbent material. The conduit is operable to draw fluid away from the absorbent material. The apparatus may be positioned within the posterior choana or the nasopharynx of a patient using a deployment instrument. The apparatus may prevent fluids from draining from the nasal cavity into the patient's throat. In some instances, the apparatus is used as a plug during a sinus irrigation procedure to prevent irrigation fluid from traveling down the patient's throat. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276627 | NASAL FLUID MANAGEMENT DEVICE - An apparatus comprises a body and a conduit. The body comprises an absorbent material. The conduit is in fluid communication with the body. The conduit has a suction opening positioned within the absorbent material. The conduit is operable to draw fluid away from the absorbent material. The apparatus may be positioned within the posterior choana or the nasopharynx of a patient using a deployment instrument. The apparatus may prevent fluids from draining from the nasal cavity into the patient's throat. In some instances, the apparatus is used as a plug during a sinus irrigation procedure to prevent irrigation fluid from traveling down the patient's throat. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276628 | DRAINAGE OR FEEDING CATHETER ASSEMBLY - Catheter assemblies, kits and methods allowing for the drainage or administration of fluid or small particles are disclosed. A catheter assembly can include a shaft with a lumen, an expandable retention member, an elongate actuation member and a locking mechanism. The expandable retention member can be positioned at a shaft distal end portion and can include one or more filaments forming a plurality of drainage or administration interstices of variable or uniform size. The elongate actuation member can include an actuation member distal end, directly or indirectly engaged with the expandable retention member, and an actuation member proximal end. Movement of the actuation member proximal end relative to a proximal end of the shaft can cause the expandable retention member to change from a lower-profile configuration to a higher-profile configuration. A moved position of the elongate actuation member can be secured by rotating, sliding or otherwise manipulating the locking mechanism. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276629 | SMALL-VOLUME COLLECTION FOR A BREASTPUMP SYSTEM - Exemplary systems for small volume collection for a breastpump system are provided. The systems allow breast milk to flow directly from the breastshield to the collection container without leaving the control volume. A valve is present outside of the milk flow path that does not contact breast milk prior to the milk reaching a collection vessel. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276630 | SYRINGE WITH RETRACTOR - This invention encompasses products and methods for preventing teat infections in cows resulting from a variety of causes. More specifically, this invention relates to products and methods for blocking a cow's teat and teat canal to prevent infection during a non-lactating period. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276631 | TRANSANAL IRRIGATION KIT - An anal irrigation kit provides an improved approach for emptying a bowel by instilling irrigation liquid and stimulating the rectal wall simultaneously. The anal irrigation kit includes an irrigation liquid reservoir, a hand pump, and a soft flow manifold, which can be folded for insertion into a rectum. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276632 | COMPOSITION CONTAINING DIGESTIVE ENZYMES AND NUTRIENTS SUITABLE FOR ENTERAL ADMINISTRATION - The present invention provides a process for the preparation of a stable and homogeneous liquid composition that is suitable for enteral administration comprising a digestive enzyme product and nutrients from a nutritional formula having specific amount of nutrients. The invention further provides a method for efficiently and effectively administering a therapeutically effective dose of the stable and homogeneous liquid composition by means of an enteral tube. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276633 | FLUID AND NUTRITION DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE - A gastric feeding tube and method of use where the tube is of sufficient length for insertion into an esophagus of a subject via the nose or mouth. The gastric feed tube comprises a tube having a distal portion, a middle portion and a proximal portion, an outer surface and an inner surface forming a wall of the tube having a thickness and wherein the wall of the tube defines a lumen of a defined geometry, the lumen having an opening at a distal end of the tube for positioning in a stomach or jejunum of the subject and an opening at the proximal end of the tube for positioning outside of the nose or mouth of the subject wherein the lumen extends longitudinally through the tube connecting the opening at the distal end of the tube and the opening at the proximal end of the tube. The defined geometry of the lumen has a transverse major axis and a transverse minor axis that are perpendicular and wherein a portion of the inner surface of the wall of the tube along the transverse major axis comprises a rib that protrudes into the lumen and thickens the portion of the inner surface of the wall of the tube. The rib prevents the tube from fully collapsing and blocking the lumen when the tube is in use under normal conditions. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276634 | Access sheath - Disclosed is an assembly of parts for an endourological procedure including a tubular sheath and an introducer, the tubular sheath being removably mounted on the introducer. The tubular sheath includes a first and a second lumen of which the second lumen is openable to shift a guidewire from a position inside the second lumen to a position outside and next to the tubular sheath. Disclosed are also access sheaths and a method of performing an endourological procedure. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276635 | Access sheath - Disclosed is an assembly of parts for an endourological procedure, including a tubular sheath and an introducer, the tubular sheath being removably mounted on the introducer. The introducer comprises a security channel that is openable to shift a guidewire from a position inside the security channel to a position outside and next to the tubular sheath. Disclosed are also access sheaths and a method of performing an endourological procedure. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276636 | DRUG DELIVERY DEVICES WITH DRUG-PERMEABLE COMPONENT AND METHODS - Implantable drug delivery devices include a housing having a closed drug reservoir lumen bounded by a first wall structure and a hydrophilic second wall structure, and a drug contained in the drug reservoir lumen, wherein the first wall structure is impermeable to the drug and the second wall structure is permeable to the drug. Methods of providing controlled release of drug to a patient include deploying a drug delivery device in the patient releasing a drug from the drug reservoir lumen via diffusion through the second wall structure. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276637 | MULTI-CYCLE AND AUTO-DISABLE SYRINGE AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - A syringe device that includes a stem, container, and a plunger, the plunger having tubes with a soluble substance that maintain a seal on compounds within the container's chamber, and/or a parabolic cover held in position by a soluble substance, thus allowing a multi-cycle usage to dispense medication to patients, even while preventing further use. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276638 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING PRESSURIZED INFUSION - The present invention relates generally to providing pressurized infusion of liquids and, more particularly, is directed to providing a stable and pressurized flow of irrigation fluid to the eye during surgery. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276639 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING PRESSURIZED INFUSION - The present invention relates generally to providing pressurized infusion of liquids and more particularly, is directed to providing a stable and pressurized flow of irrigation fluid to the eye during surgery. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276640 | CONDUITS FOR ENHANCING TISSUE REGENERATION - Apparatuses, systems, and methods for enhancing bone or soft tissue regeneration are provided. For example, a conduit, having one or more segments, can originate at a tissue regeneration site and can have a first opening to promote physiological signals to enter the conduit and transit to a second opening that penetrates a histologically rich source of multipotent mesenchymal cells, promoting the multipotent mesenchymal cells to produce tissue regeneration response products, the response products transiting through the second opening to egress at the first opening of the conduit, and promoting tissue regeneration at the tissue regeneration site. Transit of the physiological signals and the tissue regeneration response products is promoted through physical and/or chemical means, as is promotion of the anatomical functionality of the regenerated tissue. For example, a number of the segments of the conduit can be formed at least partially from an osteoceramic material. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276641 | CATHETERES WITH HIGH-PURITY FLUOROPOLYMER ADDITIVES - The present invention provides catheter compositions that provide anti-thrombogenic properties while not adversely impacting mechanical properties. All embodiments of the present invention comprise a catheter that comprises a fluoropolymer additive with specific compositions and/or purity levels. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276642 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR AN ADJUSTABLE STIFFNESS CATHETER - Apparatus and methods for an endovascular catheter that can be inserted within tortuous body anatomies and then selectively stiffened and fixed in place. In a particular embodiment, this stiffness is reversible. The stiffness or a comparable mechanical characteristic of the catheter assembly may be adjusted to a relatively low value during insertion (so that it easily navigates a guide wire or the like), and then subsequently adjusted to a relatively high value in situ to keep the catheter assembly substantially fixed in place (i.e., during delivery of an interventional device). | 2014-09-18 |
20140276643 | MULTILAYERED CATHETER SHAFT CONTAINING POLYVINYLIDENE FLUORIDE POLYMERS - In various embodiments of the present disclosure, a surgical catheter is provided. The present disclosure provides a catheter shaft that includes a distal portion and a proximal portion. The proximal portion comprises a handle operably connected to the distal portion of the elongated structure. The distal portion three radially positioned polymeric layers. At least two of the layers include chemically dissimilar polymers and at least one of the three layers includes functionalized polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF). | 2014-09-18 |
20140276644 | Elastic Catheter - A catheter with an elastic reinforcement layer allows its catheter tube to expand from a native diameter to an expanded diameter. In this respect, a device or implant with a larger diameter than that of the catheter tube's native diameter size can be passed through the catheter without damage. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276645 | TRI-CURVE ELONGATE MEDICAL DEVICE - An embodiment of an elongate medical device may comprise a shaft body having a distal end portion and a proximal end portion and three or more deflection wire assemblies, each deflection wire assembly comprising a flat wire coupled to the distal end portion and configured to deflect the distal end portion. Each flat wire may have a respective length defining a respective deflection radius, wherein each deflection radius is different. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276646 | INTEGRATED CATHETER AND GUIDE WIRE CONTROLLER - A device may operate a guide wire and be operable by a single operator digit. The device may include an insertion control device for advancing the guide wire in a forward and in a reverse direction and along a longitudinal axis of the guide wire; and a rotary device for rolling a guide wire about the longitudinal axis. A robotic instrument driver may be operatively coupled to the device and configured to control axial movement of the guide wire along the longitudinal axis according to input received from the insertion control device and to control rotational movement of the guide wire according to input received from the rotary device. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276647 | VASCULAR REMOTE CATHETER MANIPULATOR - A robotic instrument driver for elongate members includes a first elongate member, and at least one manipulator mechanism configured to manipulate the first elongate member, and at least one articulating drive configured to articulate the first elongate member, positionable on a bed and beside a patient access site. The manipulator and articulating drive are positioned relative to each other a distance less than the insertable length of the first elongate member, stationary in position. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276648 | GUIDEWIRE FEEDER - Apparatus for use with a guidewire is provided, the apparatus including ( | 2014-09-18 |
20140276649 | Connection System for Medical Device Components - A connection system for connecting a first medical device component to a second medical device component is disclosed. The connection system of the present disclosure provides for quick and intuitive coupling and decoupling of two opposing medical device components through the use of a connection path and a disconnection path, the connection path being distinct from the disconnection path. Furthermore, the connection system of the present disclosure provides audible and tactile connection feedback through the use of elastically deformable connection elements. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276650 | ALCOHOL RESISTANT CATHETERS AND USES THEREOF - Alcohol resistant aromatic polycarbonate urethanes including their use in catheters. In one embodiment, a power injectable central venous access device is provided comprising a single or multilumen catheter shaft, junction, and extension leg(s), all of which may comprise aromatic polycarbonate polyurethane that is configured to withstand direct and prolonged exposure to alcohol. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276651 | MEDICAL CONNECTOR CONTAMINATION PREVENTION SYSTEMS - A system relating to improved medical-connector contamination prevention. More particularly, this invention relates to a reduced-touch contamination system for small-bore fluid connectors, including male and female Luer-type connectors. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276652 | CATHETER ATTACHMENT MECHANISM - The disclosure provides an apparatus and methods for securing a medical catheter. The apparatus includes a tube wall that defines a lumen extending longitudinally there through. The tube wall comprising: a plurality of flexible fingers extending along a portion of the tube wall, a longitudinal slot disposed between each pair of adjacent fingers, each of the fingers comprising an exterior surface and an interior surface. An outer protrusion extends outwardly from the exterior surface of each finger. An inner protrusion extends inwardly from the interior surface of each finger. The inner protrusions are configured to frictionally engage an outer surface of the medical catheter disposed within the lumen when the plurality of flexible fingers are moved inwardly in response to an external force applied to the outer protrusions. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276653 | DRAINAGE CANNULA WITH ANCHOR TAB - A drainage cannula having one of three different types of anchor tabs is disclosed. The anchor tab prevents movement of the cannula after positioning a distal portion of the cannula inside of the patient's body and securing the anchor tab to the patient's body (e.g., skin). | 2014-09-18 |
20140276654 | Nasal Suction Device - An apparatus comprises a body, a base, and a conduit. The body comprises an absorbent material. The base comprises a non-absorbent material. The conduit is in fluid communication with the body. The conduit has a suction opening positioned within the absorbent material. The conduit is operable to draw fluid away from the absorbent material. The apparatus may be positioned within the posterior choanae or the nasopharynx of a patient. The apparatus may prevent fluids from draining from the nasal cavity into the patient's throat. In some instances, the apparatus is used as a plug during a sinus irrigation procedure to prevent irrigation fluid from traveling down the patient's throat. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276655 | DRAINAGE CATHETER WITH CUTTING TOOL - Medical devices and methods for making and using the same are disclosed. An example medical device may include a drainage catheter. The drainage catheter may include an elongate catheter shaft having a lumen formed therein and a distal region proximal end. The distal region may have a plurality of openings formed therein. The openings may be in fluid communication with the lumen. The distal region may be configured to shift between a first configuration and a looped configuration. The catheter may also include an actuation member for shifting the distal region between the first configuration and the looped configuration. A cutting member may be disposed adjacent to the proximal end of the catheter shaft. The cutting member may be adapted to cut a portion of the actuation member. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276656 | SURGICAL DRAINAGE TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH CONCENTRIC TUBULAR MEMBERS - A drainage tube assembly comprises an inner tubular member and an outer tubular member. The inner tubular member has an inner wall, an outer wall, and a plurality of apertures extending from the outer wall thereof to the inner wall thereof. The outer tubular member has an inner wall, an outer wall, and a plurality of apertures extending from the outer wall thereof to the inner wall thereof. The inner tubular member and the outer tubular member are coaxial with the outer wall of the inner tubular member abutting the inner wall of the outer tubular member. Corresponding ones of the apertures of the inner tubular member and the apertures of the outer tubular member are aligned. The inner tubular member is slidably removable from the drainage tube assembly. The apertures of the inner and outer tubular members may be oblique relative a longitudinal axis of the drainage tube assembly. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276657 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR POST-OPERATIVE LEAK DETECTION - The present invention relates a system that can detect a post-operative leak and a related method of use. An amylase detector that includes a sensor can detect a presence of amylase in a fluid secretion from an abdominal organ in a patient's body. The presence of amylase is indicative of the post-operative leak because, while amylase is common in the digestive tract, amylase is not normally found in the abdominal cavity. The amylase detector can alert a monitoring device external to the patient's body of the presence of amylase in the fluid secretion. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276658 | APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING FIXATION OF A LINE TO A SUBJECT - A device for supporting a surgical line, such as a surgical drain, a catheter or the like, is provided, the device comprising a base having an opening therein for receiving a first line extending from a subject; and a connector mounted to the base and having a first end for connection to an end of the surgical line and a second end for connection to a second line. The device preferably comprises a housing mounted to the base and enclosing the opening in the base, with the connector extending through the housing. The housing or a portion thereof is removable to provide access to the interior of the housing. The housing or a portion thereof is preferably rotatable with respect to the base. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276659 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS AND SYSTEMS WITH MULTIMODES OF TREATMENTS AND ELECTROSURGICAL OPERATION - In some embodiments, the inventive subject matter is directed to a multimode electrosurgical system having an electrosurgical instrument with a first electrode configuration that operates in a bipolar mode and second electrode configuration that operates in a monopolar mode. In other embodiments, the inventive subject matter is directed to an instrument and system that provide multiple modes of surgical and/or therapeutic treatments, at least one being an electrosurgical mode of treatment, the instrument including at least one active electrode on a working portion, and the working portion including or supporting at least one non-electrosurgical functional element, the instrument including at least one operational return electrode configuration of selectively variable surface area. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276660 | FLUID DRAIN TUBE WITH TISSUE OXYGENATION CONTENT SENSOR - A catheter for draining body fluid that includes a tube for draining the fluid that has an outside surface, an inside surface, a tip and defines a lumen therein. The tip includes at least one opening therein that is in fluid communication with the lumen, at least a first sensor configured to measure the oxygen partial pressure in brain tissue positioned on the outside surface of the tube at a first location, and at least a first wire having a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end is in electrical communication with the first sensor and the proximal is configured to be in electrical communication with a monitor. The tube and the first sensor can be inserted into a single hole in a patient's cranium. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276662 | Clean Intermittent Catheter Having External Flow Paths - A catheter is provided with a distal portion, a proximal portion, and a plurality of drainage eyes disposed at a junction between the distal portion and the proximal portion. The distal portion includes a tip, a plurality of elongated ribs, and a plurality of external flow paths. The proximal portion includes an internal lumen and a proximal end. The plurality of drainage eyes communicate with the plurality of external flow paths and the internal lumen. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276663 | Stretch Valve Balloon Catheter and Methods for Producing and Using Same - A safety balloon catheter includes a flexible, multi-lumen balloon catheter and a hollow barbell-shaped stretch valve. The balloon catheter has a proximal catheter end, a balloon defining a balloon interior to be inflated with an inflation fluid, a hollow inflation lumen extending through the catheter to the balloon interior and shaped to convey the inflation fluid to and from the balloon interior, and a hollow second lumen parallel to the inflation lumen; and a balloon drainage port fluidically connecting the balloon interior to the second lumen. The stretch valve is shaped to permit a fluid to pass therethrough and positioned in the second lumen to at least partially slide therein such that, in a steady state, a distal barbell end of the stretch valve prevents the inflation fluid from passing through the drainage port and, in an actuated state, the distal barbell end slides within the second lumen to permit the inflation fluid to pass through the drainage port and into the second lumen. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276664 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE HAVING CLOCK TREE NETWORK WITH REDUCED POWER CONSUMPTION - An integrated circuit includes a clock tree network that distributes a clock signal to a plurality of clocked components of the integrated circuit. The clock tree network includes clock lines, each of which includes a clock tree delay element that provides a modified clock signal that is provided to an individual one the clocked components. Among the plurality of clocked components, one or more of the clocked components provides a data signal to another one or more of the clocked components. The one or more clocked components are configured having a transmission duration for the data signal that is longer relative to a transmission duration of the modified clock signal of the receiving clocked component. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276665 | CHARGING ASSEMBLIES FOR MAINTAINING STERILITY OF SURGICAL INSTRUMENT BATTERIES DURING CHARGING - A charging assembly includes a container and an external charging portion. The container includes a base and a cover. The base defines an interior volume. The cover is releasably engagable with the base for enclosing the interior volume. The container is configured to maintain the interior volume in a sterile condition. At least one electrical contact is disposed within the interior volume of the base. The external charging portion is operably couplable to the container for charging a battery assembly positioned within the interior volume of the base via the at least one electrical contact. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276666 | Systems for Performing Endoscopic Procedures - A system for performing an endoscopic procedure is provided. The system includes an actuation assembly having a handle assembly and a shaft assembly. The system also includes an end effector configured for selective and operative connection to a distal end of the shaft assembly. The system further includes a holder for selectively engaging the end effector and facilitating attachment of the end effector to the shaft assembly. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276667 | TELESCOPING MEDICAL INSTRUMET - An instrument shaft includes an outer elongate shaft having a rigid proximal section, a rigid distal section, and a fixed bend between the rigid proximal and distal sections. An inner shaft includes rigid proximal and distal sections and a flexible intermediate section between the rigid proximal and distal sections. The inner shaft is slidably disposed within the lumen of the outer shaft such that the flexible intermediate section extends through the bend. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276668 | INSTRUMENT TIP ASSEMBLY HAVING SELF-THREADING BACK HUB - A actuating instrument including an instrument tip assembly having a yoke attachment thread. The actuating instrument also includes an actuator having an actuating shaft. The actuating shaft is provided with a first thread within the actuating shaft and a second thread provided on the actuating shaft. Further, the first thread is connected to the yoke attachment thread. Additionally, a back hub is provided at a proximal end of the instrument tip assembly and includes a rib or ribs provided on one of an inner surface and an outer surface of the back hub. The rib or ribs projecting from the one of the inner surface and the outer surface of the back hub and engages the second thread of the shaft to from an attachment thread. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276669 | SHORT PULSE LASER WITH ADJUSTABLE PULSE LENGTH - Embodiments of this invention relate to a system and method for performing laser ophthalmic surgery. The surgical laser system configured to deliver a laser pulse to a patient's eye comprises a laser engine that includes a compressor configured to compress laser light energy received, the compressor comprising a dispersion or spectrum altering component provided on a computer controlled stage connected to a computing device. A user providing an indication of a desired pulse width received by the computing device causes the computing device to reposition the stage and the component provided thereon, resulting in a different pulse length being transmitted by the laser engine. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276670 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE FOCAL POINT LOCATIONS OF A LASER BEAM - A system and method are provided for establishing precise locations for a focal point of a laser beam within a predetermined scanning range during ophthalmic laser surgery. An important aspect of the present invention is the use of a tolerance for deviation of the laser beam's focal point from the laser beam path. The purpose of the tolerance is to ensure that the surgical procedure is effective and that collateral damage to non-targeted tissue does not occur. The present invention accounts for deviations caused by various factors during a procedure. A computer is provided to ensure that the cumulative effect of all deviations maintains the focal point within the tolerance. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276671 | FREE FLOATING PATIENT INTERFACE FOR LASER SURGERY SYSTEM - A patient interface includes an eye interface device, a scanner, a first support assembly, and a beam source. The eye interface device is configured to interface with an eye of a patient. The scanner is configured to be coupled with the eye interface device and operable to scan an electromagnetic radiation beam in at least two dimensions in an eye interfaced with the eye interface device. The scanner and the eye interface device move in conjunction with movement of the eye. The first support assembly supports the scanner so as to accommodate relative movement between the scanner and the first support assembly parallel so as to accommodate movement of the eye. The beam source generates the electromagnetic radiation beam. The electromagnetic radiation beam propagates from the beam source to the scanner along an optical path having an optical path length that varies in response to movement of the eye. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276672 | STABLE MODE-LOCKED LASER APPARATUS - Embodiments of this invention are directed to a laser system configured to deliver a pulsed laser beam to a patient's eye. The system includes a laser engine comprising an optically-pumped laser oscillator configured with an extracavity waveplate, and an optional intracavity waveplate, that can be tilted and rotated to provide a limited range of wavelengths for laser mode excitation and to maintain stable mode-locked laser operation. In an embodiment, the present design includes an oscillator and a photosensor, such as a fast photodetector or an autocorrelator, positioned to receive a beam of laser light associated with the oscillator or laser engine, and a controller configured to receive readings from the photosensor and alter the laser gain provided within the oscillator to a level outside the bistable performance zone avoiding mode and gain competitions. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276673 | HYBRID OPHTHALMIC INTERFACE APPARATUS - Apparatus and methods are provided for interfacing an ophthalmic surgical laser with an eye using a patient interface (PI). The PI may include a closed, fluid-filled bladder having fiducials that contacts and deforms to the eye. Or, the PI may have an applanation lens with an outer ring portion and an inner concave portion for receiving the apex of the cornea. Another PI features a suction ring with a flexible skirt for contacting the sclera that is non-circular and/or non-planar. A system for injecting an index matching fluid into the area above the eye may also be incorporated. An integrated system includes a co-molded lens cone and attachment ring, with a lens window at the bottom of the lens cone which provides a sealed volume for vacuum-attaching a laser delivery system above the lens cone. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276674 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPHTHALMIC LASER SURGERY EMPLOYING EYE TRACKING WITHOUT EYE DOCKING - A system and method for performing ophthalmic surgery using an ultra-short pulsed laser is provided. The system includes a laser engine configured to provide an ultra-short pulsed laser beam, optics configured to direct the laser beam to an undocked eye of a patient, an eye tracker configured to measure five degrees of freedom of movement of the undocked eye, an optical coherence tomography module configured to measure depth of the undocked eye, and a controller configured to control laser beam position on the undocked eye toward a desired laser pattern based on depth and the five degrees of freedom of movement of the undocked eye. Adaptive optics are also provided. Also disclosed are a scleral ring including fiducial markings and a compliant contact lens and fluid fillable contact lens configured to facilitate ultra-short pulsed laser surgery while reducing or eliminating eye docking requirements. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276675 | Systems and Methods for Laser Correction of Astigmatism Incident with Lens Replacement Surgery - A nomogram, a method for determining how to cut a cornea to produce a particular vision correction, and a system and method for determining how to make a vision correction when a precision cutting tool is being used as opposed to the performance of hand cuts. In a further embodiment, measurement of astigmatism to be corrected, calculation of the nomogram, and the actual cutting are mostly or completely automated eliminating human error from the system. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276676 | LASER CAPSULOVITREOTOMY - Methods and systems for performing laser-assisted surgery on an eye form a layer of bubbles in the Berger's space of the eye to increase separation between the posterior portion of the lens capsule of the eye and the anterior hyaloid surface of the eye. A laser is used to form the layer of bubbles in the Berger's space. The increased separation between the posterior portion of the lens capsule and the anterior hyaloid surface can be used to facilitate subsequent incision of the posterior portion of the lens capsule with decreased risk of compromising the anterior hyaloid surface. For example, the layer of bubbles can be formed prior to performing a capsulotomy on the posterior portion of the lens capsule. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276677 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING ANATOMICAL FLAP CENTRATION FOR AN OPHTHALMIC LASER TREATMENT SYSTEM - Embodiments of this invention relate to systems and methods for providing anatomical flap centration for an ophthalmic laser treatment system. In one embodiment, the laser surgery system, having an imaging system and a suction ring coupled with a patient interface, captures a digital image of a subject's eye and identifies an optimum treatment placement of the corneal flap using anatomical markers as reference points. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276678 | SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR SHAPING HUMAN CORNEA AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - In some embodiments, the instant invention provides for a system for shaping a human cornea of an eye that includes at least the following components: a sapphire applanation window/suction ring (SAWSR) system, where the SAWSR system includes a sapphire applanation window/suction ring (SAWSR), a conical holder, an illuminator, and a temperature control, where the SAWSR system is configured to: (i) be positioned on the eye, (ii) applanate the human cornea of the eye, (iii) generate and position a centration aid, and (iv) maintain temperature control; an optical delivery system, where the optical delivery system includes: (i) a laser, (ii) a fiber delivery holder, and (iii) a laser control subsystem, where the laser control subsystem is configured to display a user interface to: 1) control a power and a temporal waveform of each of the beamlets of light, and 2) irradiate the human cornea of the eye. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276679 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR DEPTH DETECTION IN LASER-ASSISTED OPHTHALMIC PROCEDURES - Embodiments of this invention relate to systems and methods for automatic depth (or Z) detection before, during, or after laser-assisted ophthalmic surgery. When performing ophthalmic laser surgery, the operator (or surgeon) needs to make accurate and precise incisions using the laser beam. With the automatic depth detection systems and methods, the same laser used for the surgical procedure may be used for depth measurement of the surgical incisions. The surgical laser system may include a laser delivery system for delivering a pulsed laser beam to photoalter an eye, a mirror to transmit at least a portion of reflected light of the pulsed laser beam, a lens positioned to focus the transmitted reflected lighted on to a detector, (such as a CCD), and a depth encoder configured to automatically detect depth according to one or more of color, intensity, or shape of the focused spot on the CCD. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276680 | VARYING A NUMERICAL APERTURE OF A LASER DURING LENS FRAGMENTATION IN CATARACT SURGERY - Some embodiments disclosed here provide for a method fragmenting a cataractous lens of a patient's eye using an ultra-short pulsed laser. The method can include determining, within a lens of a patient's eye, a high NA zone where a cone angle of a laser beam with a high numerical aperture is not shadowed by the iris, and a low NA zone radially closer to the iris where the cone angle of the laser beam with a low numerical aperture is not shadowed by the iris. Laser lens fragmentation is accomplished by delivering the laser beam with the high numerical aperture to the high NA zone, and the laser beam with the low numerical aperture to the low NA zone. This can result in a more effective fragmentation of a nucleus of the lens without exposing the retina to radiation above safety standards. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276681 | MICROFEMTOTOMY METHODS AND SYSTEMS - Methods and systems for performing laser-assisted surgery on an eye form one or more small anchoring capsulotomies in the lens capsule of the eye. The one or more anchoring capsulotomies are configured to accommodate corresponding anchoring features of an intraocular lens and/or to accommodate one or more drug-eluting members. A method for performing laser-assisted eye surgery on an eye having a lens capsule includes forming an anchoring capsulotomy in the lens capsule and coupling an anchoring feature of the intraocular lens with the anchoring capsulotomy. The anchoring capsulotomy is formed by using a laser to incise the lens capsule. The anchoring feature can protrude transverse to a surface of the intraocular lens that interfaces with the lens capsule adjacent to the anchoring capsulotomy. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276682 | Laser Catheter with Helical Internal Lumen - Catheters for ablation and removal of occlusions from blood vessels are provided. Laser cutting systems and mechanical cutting systems are provided in catheter devices, the cutting systems operable to ablate, cut, dislodge, and otherwise remove occlusions within a blood vessel that may limit or prevent proper circulation. A helical or partially-helical inner surface structure is provided in the catheter, the structure operable to remove or translate dislodged material(s). | 2014-09-18 |
20140276683 | Laser Ablation Catheter - A system and devices for ablation and removal of occlusions from blood vessels is provided. Laser cutting systems and mechanical cutting systems are provided in catheter devices, the cutting systems operable to ablate, cut, dislodge, and otherwise remove occlusions within a blood vessel that may limit or prevent proper circulation. Catheter systems comprise distal end features adapted to cut and remove at least portions of an occlusion that generally correspond to dimensions of an inner lumen of a catheter. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276684 | ATHERECTOMY METHODS USING COREGISTERED SETS OF DATA - The present invention generally relates to methods for removing plaque from a vessel. The method can involve obtaining a first image of a blood vessel using a first imaging modality, obtaining a second image of the blood vessel using a second imaging modality, and coregistering the first and second images, thereby generating a coregistered data set. The method can further involve inserting an atherectomy catheter into the blood vessel and removing plaque from the vessel with the atherectomy catheter based on plaque identified in the coregistered set of data. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276685 | Laser Shaving - A device configured to cut hair using laser light includes a handle portion and a shaving portion. The handle portion includes a battery and a laser light source. The laser light source is coupled to and configured to receive power from the battery. The laser light source is also configured to generate laser light having a wavelength selected to target a predetermined chromophore to effectively cut a hair shaft. The shaving portion includes a support and a single fiber optic supported by the support. The fiber optic has a proximal end, a distal end, an outer wall, and a cutting region positioned towards the distal end and extending along a portion of the side wall. The fiber optic is positioned to receive the laser light from the laser light source at the proximal end, conduct the laser light from the proximal end toward the distal end, and emit the light out of the cutting region and toward hair when the cutting region is brought in contact with the hair. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276686 | LASER DEVICES UTILIZING ALEXANDRITE LASER OPERATING AT OR NEAR ITS GAIN PEAK AS SHORTER-WAVELENGTH PUMPING SOURCES AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - In some embodiments, the instant invention provides for a system that includes at least the following components: (i) an Alexandrite laser pumping subsystem; where the Alexandrite laser pumping subsystem is configured to: 1) produce wavelengths between 700 and 820 nm, and 2) produce a pump pulse having: i) a duration between 1 to 10 milliseconds, and ii) an energy measuring up to 100 Joules; where the Alexandrite laser pumping subsystem includes: 1) an optical fiber, and 2) a Lens system, (ii) a Thulium doped Yttrium Aluminum Garnet (Tm:YAG) laser subsystem; where the Tm:YAG laser subsystem includes: 1) a Tm:YAG gain medium, 2) a rod heat sink, and 3) at least one cooling device, (iii) a wavelength selecting device, where the wavelength selecting device is configured to deliver a wavelength between 1.75 microns to 2.1 microns; and where the system is configured to produce a high energy conversion efficiency. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276687 | ASSESSMENT OF VARICOSE VEIN ABLATION VIA IMAGING OR FUNCTIONAL MEASUREMENT ANALYSIS - The present invention generally relates to methods for assessing the completeness of a varicose vein ablation. The method involves the use of imaging and/or functional measurement data to determine the extent to which a varicose vein has closed as a result of an ablation procedure. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276688 | System And Method For Simultaneous Laser Cutting And Cauterization Of Tissue - A method is disclosed for substantially cutting and cauterizing tissue during a surgical procedure. The method involves using a first laser beam to irradiate a first area. The first laser beam is configured in intensity and duration to cut the tissue within the first area, and further causes a temporary increase in an absorptivity of tissue in a second area in proximity to the first area. A second laser beam is used to irradiate the second area while the temporary increase in absorptivity is occurring. The second laser beam has a different intensity than the first laser beam and cauterizes tissue within the second area substantially simultaneously with the cutting of the tissue in the first area. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276689 | SMART MULTIPLEXED MEDICAL LASER SYSTEM - A system includes a laser catheter and a rotating optical member to receive a laser beam along an optical path and rotate to a selected position to redirect the laser beam from the optical path onto one or more selected optical fibers of a laser catheter, wherein a distal end of the laser catheter irradiates an endovascular structure. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276690 | CONTROLLER TO SELECT OPTICAL CHANNEL PARAMETERS IN A CATHETER - A system can include a microprocessor executable controller configured, based on one or more of total fiber active area of a laser catheter, imaging information regarding the target and/or non-target endovascular structure(s), target endovascular structure characterization information, current location and/or orientation of a distal tip of the laser catheter, and area of contact of the distal tip with the target and/or non-target endovascular structure to select at least one of a fiber active area for each optical channel, a number of optical channels, a configuration of fibers in an optical channel, an optical channel to be irradiated, and an ordering of optical channel irradiation. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276691 | COMBINATION DIFFUSED AND FOCUSED FIBER OPTIC FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF DISEASED CELLS - A method of treating diseased cells including the steps of instilling an optical imaging agent to a tissue of a patient, accessing the tissue with a device comprising a fiber tip, emitting a first light from the fiber tip and photodynamically diagnosing abnormal cells, and emitting a second light from the fiber tip to treat the abnormal cells. The first light can be a first power blue light and the second light can be a second power blue light, where the first power blue light can be a lower power than the second power blue light. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276692 | Pressure Sensing of Irrigant Backpressure for Aligning Directional Medical Devices with Target Tissue - The present disclosure relates generally to systems and methods for aligning directionally operable medical devices with and upon target tissue. In particular, the instant disclosure relates to systems and methods for aligning medical devices such as directional ablation catheters to and upon target tissue by monitoring irrigant backpressure. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276693 | TREATMENT OF TISSUE - A method and apparatus are provided for treating targeted tissue as a function of the force sensed to move through the tissue. The method and apparatus can be used for treating and/or reducing the appearance of undesirable conditions such as cellulite. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276694 | Device and Method of Ablative Cutting with Helical Tip - Catheter devices for ablation and removal of occlusions from blood vessels and methods of using the same are provided. Catheter devices are useful to ablate, cut, dislodge, and otherwise remove occlusions within a blood vessel that may limit or prevent proper circulation. Distal features of the catheter devices comprise arrangements of laser ablative or mechanical cutting features that generally provide enhanced surface areas and cutting functions. Spiral or helical arrangements are provided to aid in cutting operations. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276695 | ANGULAR OPTICAL FIBER CATHETER - A laser catheter assembly is provided that includes a plurality of laser active fibers, each fiber having a substantially non-circular fiber cross-section. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276696 | THREADED LEAD EXTRACTION DEVICE - Methods and devices for separating an implanted object, such as a lead for a mechanical pacemaker or a cardioverter defibrillator, from tissue surrounding such object in a patient's vasculature system. The methods and devices comprise a means for applying tension to the object at the working end of a catheter to reduce the catheter's likelihood of bending or kinking the lead during extraction. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276697 | ABLATION CANNULA AND KIT WITH INSERT - An ablation cannula kit with insert includes a trocar and cannula with a hollow shaft. The hollow shaft is configured to permit passage of the trocar therethrough. An auxiliary port extends from an exterior surface of the cannula and defines a hollow passageway into the hollow shaft. Notably, an insert is included in the kit. The insert defines a hollow shaft and is adapted to be inserted into the hollow shaft of the cannula. An auxiliary port extends from an exterior surface of the insert defining a hollow passageway into the hollow shaft of the insert. Finally, a laser fiber is included with a diameter less than an interior diameter of the hollow shaft of the insert so as to permit passage of the fiber through the hollow shaft of the insert. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276698 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CRYOADHESION - A method and system for continuously delivering cryotreatment to a treatment device. In one embodiment, the system may include a first PID circuit in the fluid delivery line and a second PID circuit in the fluid return line, and the first and second PID circuits may operate simultaneously to continuously provide coolant to a cryotreatment device during the inflation phase, ablation phase, and warming (or thawing) phase while providing for temperature adjustment. Alternatively, the system may include a bypass line by which coolant may bypass the subcooler system and be delivered to the cryotreatment device at non-ablation temperatures during the inflation phase. During the ablation phase, coolant may flow through the subcooler system. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276699 | NERVE AND SOFT TISSUE ABLATION DEVICE - Ablation devices comprising a probe or needle useful for destroying nerve and soft tissue via a minimally invasive procedure to alleviate pain are provided. The probe comprises at least two prongs spaced apart and parallel to each other. The at least two prongs each having an interior surface and an exterior surface and an internal passage disposed in the interior surface of the at least two prongs. A filament is disposed in the internal passage of the at least two prongs that has an opening configured to release a pressurized material into the interior surface of the at least two prongs so as to cool the exterior surface of the at least two prongs to a temperature configured for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue. Methods for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue utilizing the ablation devices are also provided. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276700 | NERVE AND SOFT TISSUE ABLATION DEVICE - Ablation devices useful for removing nerve and soft tissue via a minimally invasive procedure to alleviate pain are provided. The device comprises a plurality of probes each comprising an interior surface defining an internal passage and an exterior surface comprising a tip. The internal passage has a filament comprising an opening configured to release a pressurized material into the interior surface of the probe so as to cool the exterior surface of the probe to a selected temperature. A plurality of introducers are provided each comprising an interior surface configured for engagement with the probe where at least one air gap is produced by the introducer and probe engagement and an exterior surface comprising a heat conductive tip where the probe tip is snap fixed with the introducer tip in a configuration for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue. Methods for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue utilizing the ablation devices are also provided. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276701 | NERVE AND SOFT TISSUE ABLATION DEVICE - Ablation devices useful for destroying nerve and/or soft tissue via a minimally invasive procedure to alleviate pain are provided. The device comprises a probe having an interior surface that defines an internal passage and an exterior surface comprising a tip. The internal passage has a filament comprising an opening configured to release a pressurized material into the interior surface of the probe so as to cool the exterior surface of the probe to a selected temperature. An introducer is provided having an interior surface configured for engagement with the exterior surface of the probe. This engagement produces an air gap that surrounds the exterior surface of the probe to form a seal, and an exterior surface comprising an opening configured for engagement with the exterior surface of the probe is configured for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue. Methods for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue utilizing the ablation devices are also provided. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276702 | NERVE AND SOFT TISSUE ABLATION DEVICE AND METHOD - Ablation devices and methods are provided that allow for monitoring and control of temperature, pressure and position of ablating probes to achieve a more precise destruction of the nerve tissue and other soft tissue in a minimally invasive procedure. The ablation devices comprise at least a probe configured to generate pressure and temperature for ablating unwanted soft tissue and/or nerve tissue and at least one monitoring device coupled to the probe for recording and regulating temperature, pressure and position of the probe. The ablation devices can also include at least one imaging device coupled to the probe for identifying the area to be subjected to ablation. The ablation device includes a computer system coupled to the probe and programmed with software adapted to receive real or retrospective time data from the monitoring device and/or at least one imaging device configured to calculate optimal temperature, pressure, and position for the probe. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276703 | NERVE AND SOFT TISSUE ABLATION DEVICE FOR TREATING PAIN - Ablation kits useful for destroying nerve and soft tissue via a minimally invasive procedure to alleviate pain are provided. The device comprises a probe having an exterior and an interior. The exterior comprises a tip and the interior defines a passage having a filament and insulation disposed therein. The filament has an opening configured to release a pressurized material into the interior of the probe so as to cool the tip to a selected temperature to ablate nerve and/or soft tissue. A bone piercing instrument is provided that is configured to pierce bone so as to allow entry of the probe into the bone. Methods for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue utilizing the ablation devices are also provided. | 2014-09-18 |
20140276704 | NERVE AND SOFT TISSUE ABLATION DEVICE - Ablation devices useful for destroying nerve and soft tissue via a minimally invasive procedure to alleviate pain are provided. The device comprises a probe comprising an outer tube having an exterior surface comprising a tip and an interior surface that defines an internal passage. An inner tube is disposed within the outer tube and comprises an interior surface that defines an internal passage having a filament disposed therein. The filament has an opening configured to release a pressurized material into the interior surface of the probe so as to cool the exterior surface of the outer tube to a selected temperature. Disposal of the inner tube within the internal passage of the outer tube produces an air gap that surrounds the exterior surface of the inner tube, and the tip is configured for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue. Methods for ablating nerve and/or soft tissue utilizing the ablation devices are also provided. | 2014-09-18 |