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| 20080208147 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR WOUND TREATMENT EMPLOYING PERIODIC SUB-ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE - A tissue treatment apparatus and method are provided for treating tissue by the application of the time-varying sub-atmospheric pressure. The apparatus includes a cover adapted to cover a wound and adapted to maintain sub-atmospheric pressure the site of the wound. The apparatus further includes a source of suction configured to generate a time-varying sub-atmospheric pressure having a periodic waveform comprising a gradual change in pressure. The suction source cooperates with the cover to supply the time-varying sub-atmospheric pressure under the cover to the wound. The time-varying sub-atmospheric pressure may vary between a first pressure value below the inherent tissue tension of the wound tissue and a second pressure value above the inherent tissue tension of the wound tissue. | 08-28-2008 |
| 20080221533 | IMPLANTABLE DEVICE WITH BIOABSORBABLE LAYER, KIT AND METHOD FOR USE THEREWITH, AND APPARATUS FOR PREPARING SAME - An implantable device for use in an externally-accessible pierced opening in a mammalian body is disclosed. The implantable device has an elongated member adapted for insertion into the opening. A bioabsorbable material is provided on at least a portion of the elongated member and a pharmaceutical agent is carried by the bioabsorbable material for eluting into the mammalian body when the elongated member is disposed in the opening. An apparatus for use with a supply of bioabsorbable material to prepare an implantable device for use in an externally-accessible pierced opening in a mammalian body and a method of delivering a medicament to an externally-accessible pierced opening in a mammalian body are also disclosed. A kit including a container having a bioabsorbable material and medicament for applying to the implantable device prior to insertion into the externally-accessible pierced opening is also disclosed. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080228151 | Transdermal drug delivery with controlled heat for treating musculoskeletal pain and/or inflammation - Systems and methods for transdermal drug delivery with controlled heat are provided. Such systems can comprise a heating apparatus that includes an exothermic chemical composition, typically in the form of individual heating elements. The heating apparatus can be exposed to ambient oxygen through a cover. The cover can reduce the amount of ambient oxygen capable of contacting the chemical composition compared to when the cover is not present. In some embodiments, the heating apparatus can include more than one heating element. The systems can further include a drug-containing layer that includes a drug. The drug-containing layer can have a surface area of about 50 cm | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080255527 | Portable eye flushing system and method - Embodiments of the present invention relate to an adapter that fits over a convenient water source. The adapter includes a tube that provides a passageway for the fluid to reach the top of the adapter. At the top, there is an eye-cup with an internal delivery means for directing the fluid to a user's eye. In this manner, a user can flush their eye in a convenient, portable, and clean manner. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080275408 | LOCALIZED LIQUID THERAPY AND THERMOTHERAPY DEVICE - A device for directly applying thermotherapeutic liquid to an area upon the surface of an afflicted patient, and methods of use thereof, are described. In particular, a device for apply water-based liquid at a therapeutic temperature directly to an afflicted area in order to create a localized hyperthermia, is presented. The afflicted area may be either on the skin of the patient, or subcutaneous. The device is also effective for disinfection, irrigation, lavage, and the like, when employing a suitable solution. The liquid may also have a mild oxidizing effect, which, if greater upon afflicted than upon non-afflicted cells, would enhance the therapeutic effect in conjunction with the therapy herein described. | 11-06-2008 |
| 20090005744 | SYSTEM FOR TREATING A WOUND WITH SUCTION AND METHOD OF DETECTING LOSS OF SUCTION - A system for applying suction to a wound uses a reference airflow for monitoring system operation. A reference airflow (or “controlled leak”) to the suction source is provided when the system is in operation, such that deviation from the reference airflow can be monitored as an indication of a change in operation, such as a leak in the seal of the wound cover, a blockage of airflow from crimping of the suction conduit or overfill of the waste collector, or an inadvertent turn off or disconnect from the suction source. | 01-01-2009 |
| 20090030383 | Suction Method and a Wound Suction System - A suction system for removal of fluids from a surface, e.g. a wound site, the system comprising a cover ( | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090036846 | Ophthalmic Injection System - An ophthalmic injection system has a tip segment attachable to and removable from a limited reuse assembly. The tip segment has a dispensing chamber housing, a plunger, a needle, a temperature control device, a thermal sensor, and a first housing at least partially enclosing the dispensing chamber housing, the temperature control device and the plunger. The limited reuse assembly has an actuator with a shaft, a power source for providing power to the actuator, a controller for controlling the actuator, a mechanical linkage interface, and a second housing at least partially enclosing the power source, the controller, and the actuator. The mechanical linkage interface is coupled to the actuator shaft and has a mating surface on one end. The substance is injected after the temperature of the substance is altered. | 02-05-2009 |
| 20090043268 | WOUND TREATMENT SYSTEM AND SUCTION REGULATOR FOR USE THEREWITH - A system is provided for the treatment of wounds by applying a negative pressure to a wound. The system comprises an electronically controlled suction regulator that comprises: a vacuum regulator, a coupler for coupling the vacuum regulator to an external vacuum source, a valve connected to the vacuum regulator for supplying a negative pressure to the wound, and a control circuit for generating control signals for controlling the valve so that negative pressure may be continuously or intermittently supplied to the wound. The system further comprises a wound dressing provided at the wound site and coupled to the electrically operated valve. The wound dressing comprises a wound dressing pad for placing over the wound, and a wound drape provided over the wound dressing pad and the wound site for sealing the wound site for application of the negative pressure. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20090048567 | PATCH - The invention provides a patch device adapted for use in the transdermal administration to a patient of a composition including one or more pharmaceutically, cosmetically, pesticidally, prophylactically, and nutritionally active substance, the patch consisting of a layered construct adapted to be adhered to the skin of a patient and defining a cavity for receiving one or more disruptable containers of the composition or components of the composition to be administered between a proximal layer and a distal layer thereof, which proximal layer is adapted in use to be located in intimate contact with the skin of the patient and which distal layer is in use disposed on the outer side thereof, wherein the proximal layer is partially permeable to that composition, so that in use the integrity of the one or more containers may be disrupted thereby causing the composition to be disposed in the cavity and permeate from there through the proximal layer to be absorbed through the skin into the body of the patient. The invention further provides a method of applying an irritant to the skin of a user. | 02-19-2009 |
| 20090054855 | APPARATUS FOR ASPIRATING, IRRIGATING AND/OR CLEANSING OF WOUNDS - An apparatus ( | 02-26-2009 |
| 20090062753 | DISPOSABLE ANALGESIC AND LOCAL ANESTHETIC UNDERGARMENT - Various embodiments of this invention disclose disposable undergarments, such as women's panties or men's briefs, which are lined with local anesthetics that create an area or areas of numbness on the body. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20090069759 | APPARATUS FOR CLEANSING WOUNDS WITH MEANS FOR SUPPLY OF THERMAL ENERGY TO THE THERAPY FLUID - An apparatus ( | 03-12-2009 |
| 20090076467 | METHODS FOR APPLICATION OF REDUCED PRESSURE THERAPY - Described generally herein are tissue therapy devices, which may comprise a sealant layer and a suction apparatus. The sealant layer functions so as to create a sealed enclosure between it and the surface of a patient by forming, preferably, an airtight seal around an area of tissue that requires negative pressure therapy. The tissue therapy device may comprise a suction apparatus. The suction apparatus is typically in fluid communication with the sealant layer and functions so as to reduce the amount of pressure present underneath the sealant layer. The reduced pressure is self-created by the suction apparatus. Together the sealant layer and the suction apparatus preferably create a closed reduced pressure therapy system. Preferably, the pressure under the sealant layer is reduced by expanding the volume of the enclosure space and thereby decreasing the density of the air molecules under the sealant layer. | 03-19-2009 |
| 20090088705 | APPLICATION SYSTEM FOR TOPICALLY APPLIED COMPOSITIONS - The present invention provides a system and method of delivery of topical compositions, such as povidone iodine, anti-itch compositions or anti-fungal compositions, for home use that is effective, yet spreading to non-target areas. A plurality of absorbent pads are located in a container, a fluid containing the composition absorbed onto the pads, the pads being sufficiently absorbent to accept a unit dose of the fluid therein, such that the pads in the container when handled are moist but not soaking, the dose applied with slight pressure when the pad contacts the target area, thereby avoiding spread of the fluid to non-target areas, or dripping onto nearby surfaces. | 04-02-2009 |
| 20090093778 | DEVICE FOR ACTIVE TREATMENT AND REGENERATION OF TISSUES SUCH AS WOUNDS - Hydrostatic pressure of aqueous solutions—supplied from reservoir under rate control through tube to port of airtightly applied open pore dressing pad—is eliminated by levelling reservoir placed on rest with pad. Dressing pad may overlie a tissue culturing scaffold. A drip chamber with angulated channel permits drops to fall freely and be counted. Injection port elastic membrane prevents air inlet to pad while suction is applied at port, permitting fluid given under rate control through membrane to distribute evenly in pad. A drainage port flange, wholly covered by an open grid, is described. Acute wound bleeding is detected by computer-controlled serial weighing of a movement-stabilized drainage fluid canister with warning of abnormal flow rate increase. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090093779 | Primary Dressing - The invention relates to a liquid-permeable primary dressing in the form of a supple thermoplastic section of material (1.4), comprising: a first smooth surface ( | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090105669 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATING SUBJECTS SUFFERING FROM CONTRACTURE - A method and apparatus for cleaning a subject suffering from contracture provides a threaded and flexible cleaning tool for insertion between muscles joints or body parts suffering from contracture requiring no prying open of joints or minimally prying open of joints in order to facilitate cleaning of body parts otherwise obstructed by the contracture. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090105670 | THIN FILM WOUND COVER, SUCTION ASSISTED WOUND TREATMENT SYSTEM USING THE SAME, METHOD OF USING THE THIN FILM WOUND COVER AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - A composite structure, a suction-assisted wound treatment system including the composite structure and a method of making the same is disclosed. The composite structure includes a cover, a stiffener, and a releasable liner. The cover is a thin flexible film having an, upper surface, an undersurface, a principal portion, a pair of marginal edges and an adhesive on the undersurface. The stiffener is releasably secured to the upper surface of the principal portion of the cover and includes a handle which is more rigid than the principal portion of the stiffener. The handle, forms a portion of the undersurface of the stiffener and defines a finger space between it and portion of the cover disposed therebelow. The liner includes at least one section releasably secured to the adhesive of the cover. The stiffener and the handle are removable as a unit from the cover. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090112170 | Apparatus and methods for controlling tissue oxygenation for wound healing and promoting tissue viability - A non-invasive tissue oxygenation system for accelerating the healing of damaged tissue and to promote tissue viability is disclosed herein. The system is comprised of a lightweight portable electrochemical oxygen concentrator, a power management system, microprocessors, memory, a pressure sensing system, a temperature monitoring system, oxygen flow rate monitoring and control system, a display screen and key pad navigation controls as a means of providing continuous variably controlled low dosages of oxygen to a wound site and monitoring the healing process. A kink resistant oxygen delivery tubing, whereby the proximal end is removably connected to the device and the distal end with holes or a flexible, flat, oxygen-permeable tape is positioned on the wound bed as a means of applying oxygen to the wound site. The distal end of the tube is in communication with the electrochemical oxygen concentrator and wound monitoring system to communicate temperature and oxygen partial pressure information. A moisture absorbent dressing is positioned over the distal end of the tubing on the wound site and a reduced moisture vapor permeable dressing system is positioned whereby covering the moisture absorbent dressing, distal end of tubing and wound site creating a restricted airflow enclosure. The restricted airflow enclosure allows the out-of-the-way control and display unit to provide a controlled hyperoxia and hypoxia wound site for accelerated wound healing. | 04-30-2009 |
| 20090118684 | THERMAL PERSONAL CARE SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Devices and methods for the treatment of skin conditions and lesions are disclosed herein. A thermal device can be used to heat or cool a personal care pack that can then be used to cleanse, treat, and rejuvenate the skin. The personal care pack can be formulated with smooth or abrasive material and can contain a variety of liquids, lotions or gels. Application of the personal care pack, at the desired temperature to the skin can stimulate deeper blood circulation, clear pores, diminishes or removes deep and fine wrinkles, accelerate acne clearing, treat blemished skin, decrease edema and erythema of the skin, and reduce puritis of various etiologies. | 05-07-2009 |
| 20090124986 | Sprayer - A sprayer which inhibits or prevents clogging from occurring in a nozzle when a liquid is ejected from the nozzle includes a nozzle having a first internal tube through which a first liquid passes, and a second internal tube through which a second liquid passes. An external tube is provided in which the first internal tube and the second internal tube are positioned so that the gas passes therebetween. In the sprayer, each distal end part of the first internal tube and the second internal tube includes a gas permeable film impermeable to each liquid, and permeable to the gas. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20090131888 | Electrochemical Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Device - A disposable wound-healing device is disclosed that incorporates a housing having a fluid-impermeable material having a cavity and a perimeter that can be sealed in an air-tight manner over a wound region of a patient. The device is capable of producing a negative pressure over the wound region by either removing oxygen from within the cavity, or absorbing fluid into the cavity and then removing the fluid from the cavity. The oxygen may be removed via chemical absorption, by an electrochemical cell or by a chemical reaction that cannibalizes oxygen from the cavity. The fluid may be removed through the use of osmotic or electro-osmotic cells, or through a one-way valve. The negative partial pressure over the wound region promotes healing. | 05-21-2009 |
| 20090131889 | TOPICAL COMPOSITION FOR TREATING PAIN - Topical compositions having as the active ingredient a hydrophilic material, such as a polyalkylene oxide homopolymer or copolymer, and methods of use, have been developed for the amelioration or prevention of pain or the sequelae of pain. The composition may be in the form of a cream, gel, lotion, spray, foam, paste, patch, suspension or dispersion. In the preferred embodiment, the formulation is a gel. The composition may contain a penetration enhancer, most preferably one with membrane disruptive properties. In one embodiment, the compositions are incorporated onto or into disposables such as hemorrhoid wipes, gauze, sponge, bandages, and wraps; mouth guards, dental trays; needles or catheters; adult diapers; gloves, socks or wrist bands, for ease of application. The composition is applied topically to a site at or adjacent to a painful region. The composition is reapplied as necessary. Pain relief is typically obtained within minutes and lasts for periods of variable duration ranging from minutes to several hours and even, in some cases, days. The composition is variably effective to treat visceral, somatic and neuropathic pain both acute and chronic as well as muscle pain and stiffness and joint pain and stiffness. | 05-21-2009 |
| 20090143751 | Adaptable topical hyperbaric device - A wound treatment device includes a seal of variable size for attaching the device to various locations on a patient for treatment of wounds or lesions. The seal has a plurality of weakened areas which allow portions of the seal to be removed for increasing the size of the seal opening to accommodate wounds or lesions of different size. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20090157016 | Suctioning system, method and kit - A suction head in fluid communication with a pump head provides a sub-ambient working pressure to a target area, enabling drainage thereof to a waste container. A passive pressure regulation system enables the working pressure to be maintained at a desired level. A monitoring system for a suction system is also provided. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090192475 | Liquid bandages - A method is provided to treat skin to restore barrier homeostasis and to promote normal stratum corneum function by applying to the skin a liquid composition which forms a phase inversion membrane. The amount of solids in the liquid composition is varied so as to provide a desired degree of porosity to the resulting membrane. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20090192476 | METHOD OF DETERMINING A SKIN AGENT TRANSFERRED TO SKIN - A method of determining an amount of skin agent transferred from an absorbent article to an area of human skin is provided. An absorbent article is applied to and then after use removed from an area of skin. Tape is then releasably attached to and removed from the area of skin. The amount of skin agent that adheres to the tape is then analyzed to determine the amount of skin agent transferred to the area of skin. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20090192477 | Method and kit for moisturizing the surface of the eye - A method for moisturizing the eye in which an amount of aqueous fluid is administered to the eye in an amount below that which causes flooding of the eye and removal of the normal tear film from the surface of the eye. The fluid, when administered in accordance with the invention, rehydrates the already present tear film rather than replacing the tear film. A kit for moisturizing the eye in accordance with the invention is also disclosed. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20090198198 | Method of treating skin for cellulite reduction - A method is provided for the reduction of cellulite by means of loofah exfoliation. A rotatable, handheld loofah applicator device, used in combination with the unique application of a specific sequence of natural components, are applied daily, directly to targeted areas of the body where cellulite is located. This method removes cellulite formed on the skin, resulting in weight reduction and smoother, younger looking skin at the targeted areas of application. | 08-06-2009 |
| 20090198199 | INERT CONTAINER AND DISPENSER - The invention relates to devices and methods for containing and dispensing a medicant, pharmaceutical product or other agent. Various elements of the devices may be constructed of materials that do not have a deleterious impact on the chemical composition, medicinal efficacy or other properties of the agent. In one embodiment, the device includes a vial with a pump sprayer, configured to contain a solution of oxychlorine compounds. The pump sprayer may be fitted with an insert constructed of glass, borosilicate glass, PTFE, PFA, chemically-modified PTFE or another inert material, and the entire assembly may be housed within a barrel and cap. Methods of using the aforementioned device to prevent, treat and/or reduce the risk of an infection on a surface area are also described. | 08-06-2009 |
| 20090204084 | APPARATUS - An apparatus for aspirating, irrigating and/or cleansing wounds ( | 08-13-2009 |
| 20090216204 | AUTO-REPLENISHING, WOUND-DRESSING APPARATUS AND METHOD - Apparatus and methods to treat skin defects include a pump with reservoirs for a pressurization gas and a fluid, the fluid loaded at a factory and sealed or filled at point of use through a valve, septum, or the like. Upon activation, the pump generates a gas introduced into the gas reservoir, a movable wall of which displaces a movable wall of a fluid source, thus dispensing the fluid into the dressing to spread throughout irrespective of orientation of the dressing, maintaining a transport fluid (e.g. carrier) in the dressing and in contact with a skin defect being treated. Delivery may be periodic, constant, programmatically controlled, or manual. A dressing may maintain intimate contact, a transport fluid, and a controllable concentration of active ingredient against a skin defect. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090221977 | APPARATUS WITH ACTIVES FROM TISSUE - An apparatus for cleansing wounds in which irrigant fluid containing one or more physiologically active components from a means for supplying physiologically active agents from cells of tissue to the wound, e.g. an irrigant reservoir connected to a container that contains a cell or tissue component, in turn connected to a supply tube, connected to a conformable wound dressing and wound exudate from the dressing are moved by a device (which may be a single pump or two or more pumps) for moving fluid through a flow path which passes through the dressing and a means for providing simultaneous aspiration and irrigation of the wound. The latter removes materials deleterious to wound healing, while distributing materials that are beneficial in promoting wound healing from cells or tissue and the physiologically active components in therapeutically active amounts in a precise and time-controlled manner over the wound bed. The dressing, including one with openings that deliver the irrigant fluid directly to the wound bed over an extended area, and a method of treatment using the apparatus. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090240215 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING THERAPEUTIC AGENTS - In various embodiments, a drug-delivery device includes one or more reservoirs that may each contain a therapeutic agent for delivery to a patient. | 09-24-2009 |
| 20090240216 | NEGATIVE PRESSURE TREATMENT SYSTEM WITH HEATING AND COOLING PROVISION - A method, and apparatus for the controlled acceleration, and/or retardation of the body's inflammatory response generally comprises a foam pad for insertion substantially into a wound site, a heating, a cooling pad for application over the wound site, a wound drape or sealing enclosure of the foam pad, the heating, and cooling pad at wound site. The foam pad is placed in fluid communication with a vacuum source for promotion of the controlled acceleration or retardation of the body's inflammatory response. The heating, and cooling provision controls the local metabolic function as part of the inflammatory response. | 09-24-2009 |
| 20090254053 | IRRIGATION DRESSING AND METHOD OF APPLYING SUCH AN IRRIGATING DRESSING - The present invention relates to an irrigation dressing, comprising a first body ( | 10-08-2009 |
| 20090254054 | APPARATUS FOR ASPIRATING, IRRIGATING AND CLEANSING WOUNDS - An apparatus for cleansing wounds in which irrigant fluid from a reservoir connected to a conformable wound dressing and wound exudate from the dressing are recirculated by a device for moving fluid through a flow path which passes through the dressing and a means for fluid cleansing and back to the dressing. The cleansing means (which may be a single-phase, e.g. microfiltration, system or a two-phase, e.g. dialytic system) removes materials deleterious to wound healing, and the cleansed fluid, still containing materials that are beneficial in promoting wound healing, is returned to the wound bed. The dressing and a method of treatment using the apparatus. | 10-08-2009 |
| 20090259203 | CLOSED INCISION NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY DEVICE AND METHODS OF USE - A surgical tissue therapy device includes a sealant layer and a collection chamber. The sealant layer functions so as to create a sealed enclosure or space between it and the surface of a patient by forming, preferably, an airtight seal around a surgical area of skin trauma. The closed incision tissue therapy device also comprises a collection chamber, which may comprise an elongate tubular chamber with a plurality of longitudinally spaced openings. The collection chamber may be configured to be in fluid communication with the sealant layer and the area of skin trauma and functions as to distribute the negative pressure applied to a surgically closed area of skin trauma. Preferably, the pressure under the sealant layer is reduced by expanding the volume of the enclosure space and thereby decreasing the density of air molecules under the sealant layer. The collection material may comprise a material and/or a configuration that permits length changes based upon the length of the corresponding surgical wound or incision. | 10-15-2009 |
| 20090264837 | Wound closure and drainage system - A vacuum system for draining an open wound from liquids exuded therefrom, comprising an enclosure sealable to the wound circumference, a vacuum pump including a disposable pump unit detachably attachable to a non-disposable drive unit, and a waste container for collection of drained liquids. The enclosure has an outlet connected by means of a tube to an inlet of the pump unit and the waste container is connected to an outlet of the pump unit, such that when the vacuum pump is operated the drained liquids flow through the vacuum pump. The enclosure has one or more bleeding holes provided therethrough or adjacent to its outlet so that ambient air may enter the tube and flow together with the drained liquids. The enclosure and the waste container are disposable so that the drained liquids contact only disposable elements and may be disposed of together with all disposable elements. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20090264838 | Liquid streaming devices for treating wounds, method of making such devices, and method of using such devices for treating wounds - A liquid streaming device for treating a wound includes a body having a lower surface for application to skin region around the wound to be treated and to conform to the contour of the skin region, and an upper surface facing outwardly when the body is applied to the skin region; a recess formed in the lower surface of the body and configured to enclose the wound when the body is applied to the skin region, and to define a chamber closed on one side by the skin region and the wound, and on the opposite side by the body; an inlet in the body on one side of the recess for introducing a treating liquid into an inlet side of the chamber; and an outlet in the body on another side of the recess for outletting the treating liquid from an outlet side of the chamber. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20090264839 | DUAL SPRAY CAN TOPICAL DELIVERY DEVICE - The present invention is directed to a delivery device and method for the sequential delivery of a topical pain relieving composition and an occluding composition. These two compositions are held in a single device that comprises at least two chambers for manual and or pressurized delivery of these compositions to the patient's skin. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20090270820 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USE OF AGENT IN COMBINATION WITH SUBATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE TISSUE TREATMENT - A reduced pressure therapy system includes a foam pad having a plurality of passages to distribute a reduced pressure to a tissue. The foam pad includes exterior surfaces and interior surfaces along the plurality of passages. A silver coating uniformly covers the exterior surfaces of the foam pad and the interior surfaces along the passages. A drape is adapted to be positioned over the foam pad to maintain a sealable space over the wound, and a vacuum source is in fluid communication with the sealable space to deliver the reduced pressure to the sealable space. | 10-29-2009 |
| 20090287168 | METHOD OF DELIVERING A SKIN BENEFIT - A method of providing a skin benefit to the skin including the use of a skin care active and a portable moist heat delivery system comprising: a water vapor generating portion comprising a water vapor source and a heat source; and a water vapor-air regulating portion located at a skin-facing side of the water vapor generating portion, the water vapor-air regulating portion comprising a water vapor-air mixing layer, a water vapor-air distribution layer, a latent heat delivery surface, and optionally a skin contact layer, where the water vapor generating portion and the water vapor-air regulating portion are in fluid communication is disclosed. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090299303 | REDUCED-PRESSURE, LINEAR WOUND CLOSING BOLSTERS AND SYSTEMS - A reduced-pressure, linear-wound closing bolster has a pivotable frame that moves from an extended position to a compressed position under the influence of reduced pressure. The closing bolster may have a first closing member, a second closing member, and an interior space. A manifold member is disposed within the interior space and may be coupled to the pivotable frame. When a reduced pressure is applied, the pivotable frame is urged from the extended position to the compressed position. A first gripping member for transmitting a closing force from the first closing member to a first edge of a linear wound may be attached. Likewise, a second gripping member for transmitting a closing force from the second closing member to a second edge of the linear wound may be attached. Systems and methods are also presented. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20090312723 | Wound treatment apparatus and method - An apparatus for cleansing wounds with means for applying flow stress to the wound bed; and in which irrigant fluid from a reservoir connected to a conformable wound dressing and wound exudate from the dressing are moved by a device (which may be a single pump or two pumps) for moving fluid through a flow path which passes through the dressing and a means for providing simultaneous aspiration and irrigation of the wound, and means for applying flow stress to the wound bed. The former removes materials deleterious to wound healing, while distributing materials that are beneficial in promoting wound healing over the wound bed. The latter promotes wound healing. The dressing and a method of treatment using the apparatus. | 12-17-2009 |
| 20100042058 | System and Method for Draining Bodily Fluids from a Treatment Site - Disclosed is a drainage system that extracts fistula-produced discharge, or other bodily fluids, from an injury, such as a burn, laceration, or contusion. The system allows for the collection and convenient disposal of these fluids. The system components generally include an adhesive backed pad that is secured to a clear plastic bag and a length of perforated tubing that is slidably positioned within the bag. The tubing is connected to a suction pump and a collection reservoir. The pump generates a suction along a perforated extent of the tubing to thereby evacuate bodily fluids that collect within the bag. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100057023 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING ACTIVE AGENTS TO TARGET SITES - The subject invention provides novel, inexpensive, and highly effective methods and devices for convenient and effective wound irrigation. In one embodiment the subject invention provides a discharge means for a reservoir housing containing irrigation solution wherein the discharge means has one or more specifically designed nozzles through which a sufficient volume of the irrigation solution can pass at an appropriate pressure. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20100063462 | Methods and Apparatus for Charging and Evacuating a Diffusion Dressing - A system for introducing a therapeutic agent into a diffusion device and for enabling evacuation of contents contained therein the diffusion device characterized as having at least one interior reservoir accessible through a penetrable external device layer comprising one or more ports installed or installable to the external device layer, and an agent delivery mechanism coupled to at least one of the ports. | 03-11-2010 |
| 20100076387 | Twin Transdermal Drug Delivery Patch - A transdermal drug delivery device is shown and described. The device includes an occlusive or non-occlusive backing, an adhesive, at least one drug delivery region, an adhesive, and a release liner. The device has an open configuration and a closed configuration. When the device is in the closed configuration, the adhesive, the at least one drug delivery region, and the release liner are disposed between first and second portions of the backing. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100094232 | Method for use of attachment device and system for corneal irrigating cannula - A cannula support serves in supporting a cannula relative to a non-contact lens assembly and a positioning mechanism for positioning the non-contact lens assembly. The cannula support includes a cannula holder and a gripper disposed relative to the cannula holder. The cannula holder is provided for receiving at least a portion of the cannula. The gripper is adapted to cooperatively engage a portion of one of the non-contact lens assembly and the positioning mechanism. | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100100059 | Methods and Apparatus for Preparing a Hemodialytic Site - Methods and apparatus for preparing a hemodialytic site and protecting skin disorders and wounds. The apparatus includes a substantially rectangular pad formed of a transparent, non-absorbent, waterproof material. The pad is fastened to the site via two fasteners, each of the fasteners including hook and loop portions, each of the hook portions affixed along a longitudinal edge of the pad, a proximal end of the loop portion adhered to a proximal end of a respective one of the hook portions, and the loop portions substantially parallel to each other and aligned with a respective one of the hook portion. When preparing a hemodialytic site, the following steps are performed: applying a topical anesthesia to the hemodialytic site; positioning the apparatus over the hemodialytic site, fastening the apparatus to an area of a body surrounding the hemodialytic site; wearing the apparatus for a predetermined time period; and removing the apparatus. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20100100060 | APPLICATOR FOR PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A hand-held applicator is defined for applying a viscous product, such as a pharmaceutical product to the skin. The applicator includes a substrate with a flat face defining multiple dosing areas of the product. The product can be dispensed from a tube in a first area for a first recommended dosage and in combination in a first area and a second area for a second recommended dosage. Once the desired dosage is dispensed, the applicator is used to apply to product to an affected area of the skin. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20100106106 | REDUCED-PRESSURE, WOUND-CLOSURE AND TREATMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A reduced-pressure, wound closure system is presented that generates a closing force on a surface wound and optionally provides reduced pressure to a body cavity or tissue site. The sealed contracting member, when placed under reduced pressure, generates the closing force. One illustrative system includes a first attachment member and a second attachment member, a sealed contracting member coupled to the first attachment member and the second attachment member, and wherein the closing force is generated between the first attachment member and the second attachment member when reduced pressure is supplied to the sealed contracting member. Other systems and methods are presented. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100106107 | Membrane envelop bandage for application of medicine or ointment - A membrane envelope bandage for treating an animal foot or hoof wherein the bandage is generally arcuate in shape and has a membrane envelope affixed to an upper surface of the bandage. The membrane envelope contains a medicine or treatment for applying to the bottom of an animal's hoof or foot. When the bandage is affixed to the bottom of an animal's foot or hoof, the medicine is released from the membrane envelope while the bandage protects the animal's foot or hoof and keeps the medicine from being contaminated. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100106108 | FLUID CONTAINMENT APPARATUS - The invention relates to the treatment of wounds. In particular, the invention relates to systems, devices, and methods enabling pulse lavage irrigation of wounds in a non-controlled setting while providing containment of contaminated irrigation fluid, thereby preventing exposure of individuals and surfaces in proximity to the patient to infectious materials. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100106109 | WOUND AND THERAPY COMPRESS AND DRESSING - A wound dressing or therapy compress containing a fill material permanently loaded with an antimicrobial such as silver is used to cover and protect a wound while absorbing exudate, and may also provide and maintain a heated and/or a moist environment to promote the healing of wounds to promote a germ and microbial free environment approximate the shell and within the dressing or compress. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100130945 | TREATMENT OF TISSUE VIA APPLICATION OF MAGNETIC FIELD - A method of preconditioning a potentially ischemic myocardium or treating a myocardium under an ischemic distress event is disclosed. The method comprises exposing the myocardium to an alternating magnetic field at a frequency of from 15.5N Hz to about 16.5N Hz or from 7.8 Hz to 8.2 Hz and duration selected so as to activate potassium ATP channels in the myocardium, wherein N is a positive integer. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100137817 | System and Method for Mechanical Closure of Wounds - Devices for treating wounds and methods of treating wounds are described. In use, the devices allow both mechanical force and negative pressure therapy. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100137818 | MULTI-PIECE PUNCTAL PLUG - A multi-piece punctal plug has one or more superficial plugs connected to an anchor plug deeper in the naso-lacrimal canaliculus. The anchor is fixed to the wall of the lacrimal duct while the superficial plugs are axially and detachably secured to the anchor plug so that the multi-plug complex may be inserted or removed together as one, or the superficial plugs may be detached separately and replaced securely without disturbing the anchor. Removal and insertion is accomplished by a specific tool having an end for engaging the plugs. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100160871 | REDUCED-PRESSURE TREATMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS EMPLOYING DEBRIDEMENT MECHANISMS - Reduced-pressure treatment systems and methods are disclosed that employ debridement mechanisms to remove unwanted tissue. In one instance, a reduced-pressure treatment system for treating a tissue site on a patient includes a manifold member for distributing reduced pressure to the tissue site, a support member for disposing proximate the tissue site and the manifold, and a debridement mechanism coupled to the support member. The debridement mechanism is for debriding the tissue site. The system further includes a sealing drape for placing over the tissue site and manifold member. The sealing drape is operable to form a fluid seal over the tissue site and manifold member. The system also includes a reduced-pressure subsystem for delivering a reduced pressure to the sealing drape. The system may further include a chemical-debridement subsystem. Other systems, manifolds, and methods are disclosed. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100168686 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATING THE SKIN - A method for treating the skin involves a first stage of softening the skin by projecting steam including treatment material on to it, causing the pores to open and the material to penetrate the outer skin surface. Thereafter the pores are caused to close e.g. by projecting an astringent composition on to the skin. Apparatus to effect this is described. One form includes a sealable chamber into which a quantity of liquid treatment preparation may be placed and heated to vaporise it and project the vapour via a nozzle ( | 07-01-2010 |
| 20100179492 | METHODS FOR INCREASING TRICHOGENICITY OF DERMAL CELLS - Methods for increasing trichogenic activity of populations of dermal cells by inducing local trauma to skin tissue that serves as a source of the dermal cells are provided. Methods for obtaining dermal cells with increased trichogenic activity and for using the disclosed dermal cells to implant into a mammalian host at a site of desired follicle generation are also provided. | 07-15-2010 |
| 20100185163 | Method and Apparatus for Bridging From a Dressing in Negative Pressure Wound Therapy - A method of bridging from a wound dressing to a wound port for negative pressure wound therapy includes positioning an elongate wick between a wound and a remote location with respect to the wound. The elongate wick includes a three-dimensional spacer fabric having an upper fabric layer spaced from a lower fabric layer by an intermediate layer of pile threads. The elongate wick is covered with a flexible wick cover such that an enclosure is formed around the elongate wick. A substantially fluid-tight seal is established between a first end of the elongate wick cover and the wound dressing such that a reservoir is defined over the wound in which a negative pressure may be maintained. A substantially fluid-tight seal is established between a second end of the elongate wick cover and a fluid port configured for connection to a source of negative pressure. | 07-22-2010 |
| 20100211027 | OPHTHALMIC DROP DISPENSING TIP ASSEMBLY - A dispensing tip apparatus for an eye drop dispenser to administer topical ophthalmic solutions is described. The apparatus integrates an ophthalmic solution-dispensing tip with an optical gauging assembly. The tip provides continuous visual feedback about it orientation and relationship to the eye. The dispensing tip when attached to any standard topical ophthalmic solution dispensing bottle or reservoir enables the user to view a target, visually align the dispenser tip, and administer an eye drop with precision. There is also a visual feedback by which the dispenser tip is prevented from gaining too close proximity and contacting the eye, thus preventing contamination of the medication and its dispenser. The visual feedback can also contain textual or graphic information that serves as a promotional advertisement. The is assembly can be attached to the neck of an eye drop bottle or attached to the tip of an eye drop bottle. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100234818 | Dressing Substrate - A wound shield to manage repetitive access stress may include a conformable substrate to circumscribe a wound. Any suitable dressing may be secured to the conformable substrate providing separation between the wound and the dressing. The wound substrate may provide a site for attachment of adhesive dressings to shield the patient's skin from the pain of repetitive access and or removal of the dressings. A conformable substrate may be composed of one or more layers of any suitable material and may include adhesive on one or more surfaces to secure the substrate to the wound site and or to secure the dressing to the conformable substrate. A wound substrate may include strong adhesive to secure the substrate to the patients skin. The conformable wound substrate will be formed of any suitable non-absorbent material to permit long term application adjacent a wound. Thus many dressings may be applied and removed from a single wound substrate shielding the patient's skin from repetitive insult. A wound substrate according to the present disclosure may also be combined with a conformable frame to provide exudate management and or pressure distribution around a wound. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100249731 | METHOD FOR MEASURING SKIN ERYTHEMA - A method for measuring skin erythema and determining the efficacy of skin care treatment products utilizing digital images. | 09-30-2010 |
| 20100268176 | BIOCOMPATIBLE WOUND DRESSING - A biocompatible wound dressing comprised of a pad for insertion substantially into a wound site and wound drape for sealing enclosure of the foam pad at the wound site. The pad, comprised of a foam or other like material having relatively few open cells in contact with the areas upon which cell growth is to be encouraged so as to avoid unwanted adhesions, but having sufficiently numerous open cells so that drainage and negative pressure therapy may continue unimpaired, is placed in fluid communication with a vacuum source for promotion of fluid drainage, as known in the art. The pad is further comprised of an ultra-low density fused-fibrous ceramic, or a bioabsorbable branched polymer, or cell growth enhancing matrix or scaffolding. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100274205 | WOUND CARE KIT - A wound treatment kit for use in negative pressure wound therapy comprising a first container, a second container, and a third container. The first container comprises wound and skin preparation materials, the second container comprises wound dressing materials, and the third container comprises wound sealing materials. The first container further comprises a first label providing information directing the user to use the wound and skin preparation materials first in sequence before the wound dressing materials and the wound sealing materials. The second container further comprises a second label providing information directing the user to use the wound dressing materials second in sequence after the wound and skin preparation materials and before the wound sealing materials. The third container further comprises a third label providing information directing the user to use the wound sealing materials third in sequence after the wound and skin preparation materials and the wound dressing materials. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20100274206 | Method and Apparatus for Application of a Fluid - A method and apparatus for separation, concentration, and/or applying a biological or bio-engineered fluid. Generally, the fluid application device includes a sprayer body to enable the application of the fluid and a container adaptable to enable the separation of the fluid into at least a first component and a second component. The container is releasably coupled to the nozzle. The nozzle is adapted to withdraw at least one of the first component or the second component from the container after the fluid has been separated to apply the fluid to a selected site. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20100280466 | Method For Delivering A Substance To An Eye - An ophthalmic delivery device includes a body defining a fluid reservoir and a pump in fluid communication with the reservoir. The delivery device also includes a nozzle that includes a dosage chamber for holding a dosage of fluid, a valve seat, and a valve cover. The valve cover extends about the valve seat and forms an interface therebetween and the valve seat includes an outlet aperture. The interface is in fluid communication with the outlet aperture and the dosage chamber, and at least part of the valve cover is movable between (i) a closed position with the valve cover engaging the valve seat to close the interface and form a fluid-tight seal therebetween, and (ii) an open position with at least part of the valve cover spaced away from the valve seat in response to fluid flowing through the outlet aperture at a pressure greater than a valve opening pressure to allow the passage of pressurized fluid therebetween. The valve seat and the valve cover are dimensioned to dispense the dosage of fluid through the interface at a velocity of equal to or less than 6 meters per second. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100286630 | Method For Treating Overactive Bladders And A Device For Storage And Administration Of Topical Oxybutynin Compositions - The invention relates to a method for treating overactive bladders and a device for storing and administering non-occluded oxybutynin topical compositions. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100305520 | Biodegradable Back and Body Strap - A unitary biodegradable, absorbent flexible back and body strap for selectively applying a protective substance and a skin-protective agent to a user's body, the strap having an elongated thin parallelepiped midportion, a biconcave first gripping end, and an opposite biconcave second gripping end, each end having a tip narrower in width than the midportion. The midportion is impregnated with a protective substance, which may be a body lotion, sunscreen, insect repellant, or a combination of sunscreen and insect repellant. At least one protective agent layer may be disposed on a midportion top side, which contains a skin-protective agent. The user alternatingly pulls the first gripping end and the second end from side to side across the desired body portion to selectively apply the protective substance and the skin-protective agent discards the strap whereinafter the strap biodegrades. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100318041 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SINGLE-USE CREAM OR LIQUID APPLICATOR - A method and apparatus for applying a cream, lotion, medicament, ointment, or other liquid from a disposable, single-use applicator that made be used with one hand. The assembly includes a flexible, low-rigidity container adapted to carry the agent therein. The assembly is formed with a container portion and an applicator tip, with the agent held inside by a perforated seal which is broken with a squeeze. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100324508 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DELIVERING MOISTURIZING LIQUID TO LIPS OF A SUBJECT - A system for delivering moisturizing liquid to the lips of a subject includes an applicator for applying the moisturizing liquid to the lips supported by a support structure so that at least a part of applicator is deployed so as to engage a recess between the lips of subject without obstructing contact between the subject's upper and lower lips. The proximity of the applicator to the lips allows the use of simple contact-based implementations of the applicator. At the same time, disruption of speech and other normal oral movement is minimized by avoiding any obstruction to contact between the lips. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20100331795 | Hair Removal Device - The invention relates to a hair removal device ( | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110004168 | WOUND TREATMENT DEVICE EMPLOYING NEGATIVE PRESSURE - The present invention provides a device for wound treatment, comprising a chamber that includes an inner surface and defines a treatment space, the chamber being made of a flexible, impermeable material. The device further includes a plurality of structures configured to exert mechanical stress on a wound, the plurality of structures intruding from the inner surface of the chamber into the treatment space. The device further includes a tube having a first end connected to the chamber, the tube being in fluid communication with the treatment space so as to enable at least one selected from the group of applying negative pressure to the treatment space and applying a therapeutic modality. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110004169 | Preparation and Use of Sleeve and Micro-Encapsulated Topical Analgesic Patch For Treating Pain - Novel micro-encapsulated topical analgesics are provided to treat pain and may be applied via sleeves having dosed therapeutic sections, especially to joints and extremities. Sleeves may be prepared and packaged inside-out and inverted when positioned by the wearer. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110004170 | Apparatus and Method for Reconstituting a Pharmaceutical and Preparing the Reconstituted Pharmaceutical for Transient Application - An apparatus for preparing a pharmaceutical for transient application includes a tray having a sealed compartment, a vial of an ophthalmic formulation of mitomycin-C, a diluent carrier containing sterilized water, and a syringe that are all contained together in a single package. The component parts of the apparatus are used together to reconstitute the contents of the vial with the water in the diluent carrier, and then draw the reconstituted drug into the sealed compartment of the tray by a suction force produced by the syringe. In the tray compartment, the reconstituted drug is absorbed in an absorbent pad. The tray is opened to remove the pad and the absorbed drug from the tray compartment for use of the pad in transient application of the drug. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110009835 | WOUND CLEANSING APPARATUS WITH HEAT - An apparatus for cleansing and promoting tissue growth in wounds, in which irrigant fluid optionally containing cell nutrients and/or other physiologically active material from a reservoir connected to a conformable wound dressing and wound exudate from the dressing are recirculated by a device for moving fluid through a flow path which passes through the dressing, a biodegradable scaffold in contact with the wound bed and a means for fluid cleansing and back to the dressing. The apparatus has means for supplying thermal energy to the fluid in the wound. The cleansing means (which may be a single-phase, e.g. micro-filtration, system or a two-phase, e.g. dialytic system) removes materials deleterious to wound healing, and the cleansed fluid, still containing materials that are beneficial in promoting wound healing, is returned to the wound bed. The dressing and a method of treatment using the apparatus. | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110015585 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PROVIDING INTERMITTENT NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND HEALING - A method and device for providing intermittent negative pressure wound healing which includes equipped to (a) apply a negative pressure compressible therapeutic dressing about a wound; (b) compress the therapeutic dressing using negative pressure to subject the wound and the therapeutic dressing to a first predetermined pressure which is low enough to provide therapy to the wound and high enough to maintain a seal between the dressing and the wound; and (c) decompress the therapeutic dressing to a second sub-atmospheric pressure above the first predetermined pressure sufficient to maintain the dressing in a generally sealed contact with the wound while relaxing compression about the wound. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110015586 | APPLICATION OF POLYMERIC MATERIALS TO SCREENS TO FACILITATE HEMOSTASIS AND WOUND HEALING - This invention relates in general to a method and device for facilitating hemostasis and wound healing. In particular, the invention relates to the device comprising a polymeric material disposed on a scaffold that facilitates hemostasis and wound healing. Specifically, the invention contemplates the use of such scaffolds in conjunction with a negative pressure device. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110015587 | Irrigation Device and Method Using Same - A disposable therapeutic device for the promotion of wound healing providing fluid irrigation and vacuum drainage of a wound includes a housing containing a controller and fluid moving device in a waterproof manner, a fluid mover capable of raising, compressing, or transferring fluid, a controller equipped to restrict fluid moving device in accordance with a predetermined treatment plan or duration, a chargeable power source removably connected to the housing, an optional therapeutic member of a compressible dressing or inflatable cuff to provide hemostasis, an identification member for regulating the operation of the device in accordance with a predetermined treatment plan, a disposable container, a pressure sensor and a control display panel. The fluid includes, but is not limited to, Lactoferrin, Xylitol, Dakins Solution, Polyhexanide and Hypochlorous Acid. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110015588 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TREATMENT OF INFECTED NAIL - An infected nail of a digit of a patient is treated using apparatus including an enclosure capable of housing at least a distal end of at least one digit of a patient having an infected nail. The apparatus also includes a heater and a nail infection agent-containing member housed within the enclosure and positionable against an infected nail at the distal end of a digit housed within the enclosure. The heater is in heat-transfer relationship with the nail infection agent. In this way heated nail infection agent can be maintained against an infected nail by the nail infection agent-containing member. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110022007 | OPHTHALMIC DEVICES FOR THE CONTROLLED RELEASE OF ACTIVE AGENTS - The invention provides devices useful for the delivery of active agents to the eye in a controlled manner. In the devices of the invention, the active agent is present within the device in a continuous or discontinuous concentration gradient. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110022008 | Wound care system - An improved wound care system is set forth. The system includes a wound care device having a first end and a second end. A fastener, adapted to extend to a desired length to selectively attach the device at an anchor, wherein the anchor is provided on a second end of the device is also provided. The fastener is sufficiently sized and formed of a suitable material to prevent the device from moving when secured to the anchor. In an embodiment, medicine is provided in a desired treatment area of the device. The medicine can be inserted via a medicinal delivery device by inserting the medicinal delivery device up to a stop on the medicinal delivery device into the wound care device. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110022009 | Self-destructing transdermal therapeutic system having improved functionality and efficacy - The invention relates to a self-destructing transdermal therapeutic system (TTS), preferably in the form of a transdermal patch, that includes an active ingredient, an agent rendering the active ingredient useless, and a perforation mechanism. The perforation mechanism allows a mobile phase to reach an agent that is capable of rendering the active ingredient useless after removing the TTS after use. The agent then comes into contact with the active ingredient and destroys the active ingredient in the presence of the mobile phase. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110028917 | WOUND MANAGEMENT - A method and apparatus are disclosed for delivering at least one agent to a wound site. The method includes the steps of providing a delivery tube having an outlet at a wound site, covering the wound site with a drape and introducing agent at an agent inlet port of the delivery tube. The agent passes along the delivery tube through the drape to the wound site. The agent can be a wide variety or mixture of fluids such as but not limited to pain relief medicament, anti-biotics, saline solution and/or hydrating fluid. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110046578 | DEVICE FOR THE CUTANEOUS APPLICATION OF SUBSTANCES - The invention relates to a device ( | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110046579 | USE OF A 1-N-(HALO-3-PYRIDYLMETHYL)-N-METHYLAMINO-1-ALKYLAMINO-2-NITROETHY- LENE DERIVATIVE FOR PREPARING A TOPICAL VETERINARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION FOR COMBATING EXTERNAL PARASITES - The present invention relates to the use, as active ingredient, of a 1-N-(halo-3-pyridylmethyl)-N-methylamino-1-alkylamino-2-nitroethylene derivative for preparing a veterinary pharmaceutical composition for topical use in the treatment of external parasites, in particular fleas, in domestic animals, in particular in dogs and cats, intended to be applied at least every 2 weeks. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110046580 | Skin Patch Instrument For Treating Pain - The present invention provides a therapeutic patch for treating pain capable of compressing a tender area up to a boundary thereof and/or an entire induration with metallic grains or crushed stones by a treatment method in accordance with a classification determined after clarifying a site of pain by pressing a skin with a pressing bar or fingers (first to fourth fingers) to classify the cause of pain, thereby finding the presence of a geographical tender area and/or the presence of an induration on a skin as the cause of pain. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110060295 | Method of Reducing Infections and/or Air Embolisms Associated with Vascular Access Procedures - A method of reducing infections associated with vascular access procedures. A powder containment device (PCD) is preferably adhesively attached to a skin area, the PCD having a hole formed centrally therethrough adapted to completely surround the catheter wound site. The open cavity formed by the PCD being attached to the skin is filled with a hemostatic agent of a salt ferrate and an insoluble cation exchange material. The salt ferrate combines with blood to form a trivalent Fe | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110060296 | Wound covering and method for treating a wound - A wound covering is described herein and which includes a flexible substrate having first and second portions which are affixed together, and moveable one relative to the other, and wherein the second portion is, at least in part, optically transparent, and permits the viewing of a wound site on a patient; and an at least partially rigid member mounted on the first portion, and extends outwardly relative to the first portion. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110066120 | TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY SYSTEM, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME, AND TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY METHOD USING THE SYSTEM - Disclosed is a transdermal delivery system of multiple adhesive layers having a drug-free adhesive layer as an intermediate layer to control drug delivery rate. The transdermal delivery system enhances transdermal delivery rate in the early stage after application on skin and provides sustained control of the drug delivery rate in the intermediate and later stages. Thus, the drug delivery rate effective for treatment can be controlled in a sustained manner. | 03-17-2011 |
| 20110071481 | Noninvasive Lacrimal Canalicular Occlusion Device and Method - A device enables a patient to perform non-invasive punctal occlusion by applying firm pressure to the skin external to the lacrimal canaliculi during the administration of eyedrop medicine, for the purpose of prolonging the medicine retention time. The device of this invention may be adjusted to fit the nasal aspect of the orbital rims where the lacrimal canaliculi are located. The pressure to be applied on the lacrimal canaliculi is adjustable to meet the optimal pressure requirement. The device also has a visual reference attachment that provides visual referencing points for positioning the tip of the eyedrop bottle towards the eyes. This device enables a hands-free operation and does not interfere with the wearing of eyeglasses. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110092922 | TRANSDERMAL DISPENSING APPARATUS AND METHODS - An applicator for dispensing a therapeutic agent to an animal comprising a housing including first and second sections coupled together, the first and second sections defining a channel therebetween that includes at least one outlet; a hub integral with the first section and extending therefrom, the hub defining a conduit; and a bent path connecting the conduit to the channel. In accordance with this embodiment, the conduit, the bent path and the channel are fluidly connected. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110092923 | Portable Eye-wiping Device - A portable heater with ovoid receptacle is disclosed. The portable heater comprises a top member comprising a semi-ovoid cavity, a bottom member comprising a semi-ovoid cavity, a hinge operatively connected to the top and bottom members, and a heating mechanism. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110092924 | CONTROLLING OF MULTIPLE PUMPS - An apparatus for controlling vacuum pressure is provided. The apparatus includes a multiple axis controller, such as a dual axis footpedal, and a processing apparatus, such as an instrument host running software, configured to receive multiple axis data from the multiple axis controller. The apparatus also includes a first pump configured to provide nonzero fluid pressure at a first nonzero fluid pressure level based on a first axis state of the multiple axis controller and a second pump configured to provide nonzero fluid pressure at a second nonzero fluid pressure level based on a second axis state of the multiple axis controller. The processing apparatus causes switching between the first pump and the second pump based on the first axis state and the second axis state of the multiple axis controller. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110092925 | LIQUID DISPENSING WITH BLINK DETECTION - This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a variable optic insert into an ophthalmic lens. An energy source is capable of powering the variable optic insert included within the ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110092926 | ABUSE POTENTIAL REDUCTION IN ABUSABLE SUBSTANCE DOSAGE FORM - The potential for substance abuse involving residual amounts of abusable substances remaining in used skin-worn patches is reduced by the provision of a system and method for combining the abusable substance with a separate anti-abuse substance agent as part of a removal or disposal procedure. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110098664 | Eye dropper alignment apparatus and method for using same - The present application discloses a new and novel system and apparatus for improving the accuracy with which a person may apply eye drops to their own eye. The apparatus holds a bottle of eye drops at a fixed and certain distance above the eye, beside the nose, and below the forehead brow such that the user may easily apply eye drops consistently to one particular portion of their own eye. The apparatus sits on the nasion of the nose using a nasal bridge device and also rests on two pillars that are placed on the user's forehead. Used in such a manner, the apparatus facilitates one-handed eye drop application, facilitates both non-visual alignment and oblique alignment, and reduces reflective blinking. | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110106021 | Device and Method for Topical Application of Therapeutics or Cosmetic Compositions - This invention relates to devices and methods for safely reconstituting and administering topical therapeutic or cosmetic compositions. The topical applicator according to the invention is particularly well suited for storing, reconstituting, and administering or applying highly toxic substances. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110106022 | LONG-WEARING REMOVABLE PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE - A medical grade adhesive comprises a mixture of at least one cross-linkable pressure sensitive adhesive component and at least one non-cross-linkable pressure-sensitive adhesive component, wherein the amount of each of said components is such that the resultant adhesive can adhere to human skin for a period of up to about 7-10 days but can be removed without causing trauma to the skin. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110112490 | Releasably Sealable Wound Dressing for NPWT - A therapeutic device having a hydrogel drape and a method of treatment using the same. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110118678 | Condensed eye dropper alignment apparatus and method for using same - The present application discloses a new and novel system and apparatus for improving the accuracy with which a person may apply eye drops to their own eye. The apparatus holds a bottle of eye drops at a fixed and certain distance above the eye, beside the nose and below the forehead brow such that the user may easily apply eye drops consistently to one particular portion of their own eye. The apparatus sits on the nasion of the nose using a nasal bridge device and also rests on two pillars that are placed on the user's forehead. Used in such a manner, the apparatus facilitates one-handed eye drop application, facilitates both non-visual alignment and oblique alignment, and reduces reflective blinking. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110125110 | MATERIAL FOR USE AS A WOUND PACKING ELEMENT, PARTICULARLY IN NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY - A wound packing element is in the form of a nonwoven material, particularly an airlaid nonwoven material. Such a wound packing element, or a number of such wound packing elements formed into a layered assembly, may be utilised to pack a wound cavity. The wound packing element is of particular utility in negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT). | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110137267 | CONSTRAINED FLUID DELIVERY DEVICE - Constrained fluid delivery devices are described that deliver fluid to an anatomical region of a mammal in a controlled release manner where the device comprises an elongate body defining a lumen throughout a portion thereof, a distal end interiorly positionable adjacent the anatomical region of the mammal and a proximal end in communication with an exterior of the mammal. The device also includes a delivery member and one or more withdrawal members. Also provided herein are methods and kits incorporating the fluid delivery device. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110152795 | TRANSPARENT FACIAL TREATMENT MASK - The present invention features a facial mask comprising a water-insoluble, nonwoven substrate sized and shaped to lie against the face of a human user having an Average Wet Transparency Percentage of at least about 25% and/or a Percent Increase in Transparency of at least about 50%. Methods of treating the skin using facial masks are also provided. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110152796 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND DEVICES FOR RESTORING LYMPHATIC FLOW ASSOCIATED WITH A SUBCUTANEOUS DEFECT IN A PATIENTS BODY - Methods, devices, and systems are disclosed that help to restore lymphatic flow associated with a subcutaneous defect in a patient's body by approximating portions of the subcutaneous defect using reduced pressure and a tissue-approximating device. The tissue approximating device may include a curved member that is formed from a semi-rigid material and defines a concave space that goes over the subcutaneous defect. A flange portion is formed on the curved member. A reduced-pressure aperture is formed on the curved member for providing reduced pressure to the concave space. The tissue-approximating device also includes a spacer member disposed on a tissue-facing side of the curved member and aligned substantially with the reduced-pressure aperture. Other systems, devices, and methods are disclosed. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110172611 | DELIVERY SYSTEM - Provided herein is a delivery system, including: (a) an optical sensor configured to detect data useful to create a map of a bodily surface; and (b) a printer operatively associated with the optical sensor and configured to deliver compositions (optionally including cells) to the bodily surface based upon the data or map. Methods of forming a tissue on a bodily surface of a patient in need thereof are also provided, as are methods, systems and computer program products useful for processing bodily surface data. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110178479 | LEAK-RESISTANT BANDAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS WITH HYDROPHILIC FOAM WOUND INSERT FOR FLUID-INSTILLATION AND/OR NEGATIVE-PRESSURE WOUND THERAPIES - Wound treatment systems and methods (e.g., having hydrophilic wound inserts), such as for negative-pressure and/or fluid-installation wound therapies. Some embodiments include a check-valve assembly between a wound dressing and a vacuum source. | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110184356 | BIOMOLECULAR WEARABLE APPARATUS - This invention relates to an apparatus that regulates thermodynamic energy-flow within a human body for producing beneficial effects such as, for example, improvement in strength, improvement in stamina, pain relief, etc. According to one embodiment, the invention provides a wearable apparatus that may include biomolecular components for building-up of a thermomagnetic energy within the human body. According to another embodiment, the invention provides a wearable apparatus that may include biomolecular components for dilution of a thermomagnetic energy within the human body. According to yet another embodiment, the invention provides a wearable apparatus that may include biomolecular components having orthomolecular and/or non-orthomolecular organic materials which are capable of thermomagnetic levororotary action and/or thermomagnetic dextrorotatory action. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110184357 | DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR INSTILLATION OF FOAMED FLUID WITH NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY - Systems and methods for delivering a foamed fluid to a wound of a patient (e.g., through a wound dressing covering the wound and coupled to the skin around the wound). | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110184358 | PULSATILE PERI-CORNEAL DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE - The present invention is directed to a pulsatile ophthalmic peri-corneal drug delivery device. The device includes an annular body and a mechanism for releasing multiple separate and distinct doses of a therapeutic composition over an extended period of time. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110196317 | IMPLANTATION INSTRUMENTS, SYSTEM, AND KIT FOR PUNCTAL IMPLANTS - Described and illustrated are various insertion instruments, cap, plug, method and kit. In one aspect, a cap for a punctal insertion instrument is shown and described. In a further aspect, a punctum plug insertion system that includes the instrument and the cap is provided. In yet a further aspect, a method of releasing a punctum plug from a plug holder is provided. Additionally, a kit that contains the plug insertion instrument, cap, plugs, and instructions for use is provided. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110196318 | GEL-BASED PHENERGAN COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF DELIVERY - The invention is directed to a system for treating vomiting comprising a topical gel placed within a syringe. The topical gel includes (a) between 10 to 40% Phenergen by weight, (b) between 30 to 50% of lecithin isopropyl palmitate solution by weight, and (c) between 30 to 70% of pluronic gel by weight. The syringe includes a cylindrical chamber having a front end, a back end, an interior side and exterior side. The syringe has a disposing opening located on the front end of the cylindrical chamber; a stopper of a sufficient size and dimension to engage the disposing opening; a plunger located within the cylindrical chamber; a rigid shaft having a sufficient size and dimension to fit within the cylindrical chamber and a plate affixed to a distal end of the rigid shaft. The syringe is plastic having a dark color to prevent degradation of the topical gel. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110196319 | COMPOSITION AND SYSTEM FOR WOUND DECONTAMINATION - The present disclosure is directed to a cleansing solution and system for administering the cleansing solution to decontaminate a wound surface. A method and kit for decontaminating a wound surface is also provided. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110202016 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS RELATING TO POLYMER FOAMS - Systems and methods related to polymer foams are generally described. Some embodiments relate to compositions and methods for the preparation of polymer foams, and methods for using the polymer foams. The polymer foams can be applied to a body cavity and placed in contact with, for example, tissue, injured tissue, internal organs, etc. In some embodiments, the polymer foams can be formed within a body cavity (i.e., in situ foam formation). In addition, the foamed polymers may be capable of exerting a pressure on an internal surface of a body cavity and preventing or limiting movement of a bodily fluid (e.g., blood, etc.). | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110202017 | MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ESTABLISHING THE REFRACTION OF AN EYE, THE RADIUS OF CURVATURE OF THE CORNEA OR THE INTERNAL PRESSURE OF AN EYE - A method for establishing the refraction of an eye ( | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110202018 | SLEEVE FOR TRANSDERMAL PATCHES - A contact element is held against the skin of a human limb by a sleeve comprising a tube body ( | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110208136 | METHOD FOR APPLYING A LIQUID MEDICINAL TREATMENT MEDIUM TO AN AREA TO BE TREATED AND MEDICINAL PRODUCT - The invention relates to a method for the targeted application of a liquid medicinal treatment medium for topical treatment of a human or animal body in an area to be treated. The treatment medium is applied using at least one pin-like applicator. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110208137 | MEDICATED SLEEVE - Embodiments of the invention provide a stretchable sleeve having a medicinal section that can be loaded with a medicinal composition and a perforated section comprising a plurality of openings, wherein the medicinal section and the perforated section overlap, and wherein the sleeve is sized so that the interior surface of the medicinal section comfortably fits a body portion and the medicinal section contacts the body portion at the site of pain. Embodiments of the invention also provide methods for preparing a sleeve by applying a medicinal composition to the inner surface of the medicinal section through the openings at the perforated section. Embodiments of the invention also provide methods for relieving pain in a body portion by pulling the sleeve in an outside-out configuration straight up a body portion without having to roll and flip its exterior surface outside. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110208138 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ADMINISTERING A LIQUID DROP-BY-DROP - The invention relates to a device for administering a liquid drop by drop. This administering device comprises a packaging filled with the liquid, an outflow channel with an administering opening, and means connected to the outflow channel for opening the packaging, wherein the opening means and the packaging are movable relative to each other. The device can have means for receiving the packaging, which receiving means can be adapted to fix the packaging, wherein the opening means are then movable relative to the receiving means. The opening means can conversely also be fixed relative to the receiving means, wherein the packaging is then movable in the receiving means. The opening means can be formed by a sharp outer end of the outflow channel. The invention further relates to 14 a method for administering a liquid drop by drop, comprising the steps of: supplying a packaging filled with liquid, forming an opening in the packaging using opening means, and connecting the opening to an outflow channel which has an administering opening, wherein the opening is formed by moving the opening means and the packaging relative to each other. The device and method according to the invention make it possible to press liquid per drop out of the packaging. Drops are formed here of a substantially constant volume and the quality thereof is guaranteed. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110218504 | STIMULATION OF CARTILAGE FORMATION USING REDUCED PRESSURE TREATMENT - A method of inducing new cartilage growth from periosteum in a mammal is provided. The method includes positioning a foam manifold in contact with the periosteum and positioning a drape over the foam manifold and the periosteum to create a sealed space between the drape and the periosteum. A reduced pressure is applied to the sealed space. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110218505 | ANTIEMETIC PATCH - An antiemetic patch is provided. The antiemetic patch includes a backing layer, a release liner, and a matrix layer disposed between the backing layer and the release liner. The matrix layer includes an antiemetic composition, and the antiemetic composition includes an antiemetic agent ranged, a permeation enhancer and an adhesive. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110230847 | APPARATUS FOR SANITIZING BENEATH A WORN MEDICAL CAST - An apparatus for sanitizing the skin area beneath a worn medical cast includes a thin elongate and flexible member made from a highly pliable material, the member including a distal end having at least one cleaning pad secured thereon. The thin elongate member is sized to be fitted between the skin of a cast wearer and the inner surface of a worn cast. In one version, disposable cleaning pads are releasably secured to the distal end of the elongate member. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110230848 | EPITHELIALIZATION METHODS, DRESSINGS, AND SYSTEMS - Methods, dressings, and systems for promoting epithelialization of a wound or other tissue are presented. The methods, dressings, and systems help form simulated rete pegs. In one instance, an epithelialization dressing is disclosed that may include a dressing body having a plurality of projections. A plurality of apertures is formed on a portion of the dressing body. The dressing helps manage fluids on the wound and the projections form cavities into which epithelial tissue migrates to from epithelial columns that function like rete pegs. Other dressings, methods, and systems are disclosed. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110245783 | ABUSE DETERRENT TRANSDERMAL FORMULATIONS OF OPIATE AGONISTS AND AGONIST-ANTAGONISTS - Described herein are abuse-resistant multi-layer transdermal patches comprising opioids and opioid prodrugs having a barrier layer located between the layer containing opioid or opioid prodrug and a layer containing an opioid antagonist or opioid antagonist prodrug. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110245784 | ANTI-INFECTIVE COMPOSITIONS, METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TREATING PATHOGEN-INDUCED DISORDERED TISSUES - Compositions, methods and systems for treating disordered epithelial tissues, such as is caused by pathogens and/or by toxins produced thereby. The invention relates to the use of an anti-infective and/or antimicrobial active agent in a carrier, with vigorous agitation of the disordered epithelial tissue for topical treatment thereof under such conditions sufficient to achieve clinically discernable improvement of the disordered epithelial tissue. The preferred anti-infective and/or antimicrobial active agent comprises an organohalide, such as a quaternary ammonium halide compound, preferably benzalkonium chloride. The inventive compositions and methods may employ the use of an applicator adapted for use in promoting the penetration of the treatment composition and/or the vigorous agitation of the disordered tissue. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110251567 | APPARATUS FOR ASPIRATING, IRRIGATING AND CLEANSING WOUNDS - An apparatus for cleansing wounds in which irrigant fluid from a reservoir connected to a conformable wound dressing and wound exudate from the dressing are recirculated by a device for moving fluid through a flow path which passes through the dressing and a means for fluid cleansing and back to the dressing. The cleansing means (which may be a single-phase, e.g. microfiltration, system or a two-phase, e.g. dialytic system) removes materials deleterious to wound healing, and the cleansed fluid, still containing materials that are beneficial in promoting wound healing, is returned to the wound bed. The dressing and a method of treatment using the apparatus. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110270200 | System And Method For Applying A Reflectance Modifying Agent To Improve The Visual Attractiveness Of Human Skin - A computer-controlled system determines attributes of a frexel, an area of human skin, and applies a modifying agent (RMA) at the pixel level, typically to make the skin appear more youthful and so more attractive. The system scans the frexel, identifies unattractive attributes, and applies the RMA, typically with an inkjet printer. The identified attributes relate to reflectance and may refer to features such as irregular-looking light and dark spots, age-spots, scars, and bruises. Identified attributes may also relate to the surface topology of the skin, for more precisely enhancing surface irregularities such as bumps and wrinkles. Feature mapping may be used, for example to make cheeks appear pinker and cheekbones more prominent. The RMA can be applied in agreement with identified patterns, such as adding red to a red frexel, or in opposition, such as adding green or blue to a red frexel, according to idealized models of attractiveness. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110288505 | Receptacle And Method For Storing And Supplying A Liquid And A Liquid Medical Preparation - The invention relates to a method for storing and supplying a liquid, especially a liquid medical preparation. The invention further relates to a receptacle for storing and supplying a liquid, especially a liquid medical preparation. It is an object of the invention to provide a suitable receptacle and method for storing and supplying a desired liquid quantity. The object of the invention is solved by a receptacle for storing and supplying a liquid which receptacle is liquid tight and preferably gas-tight comprising a tube or a foil bag which can be compressed. The tube or foil bag preferably comprises a rigid opening portion sealingly mounted to one end of the tube. The diameter of the opening portion preferably is the same as the diameter of the tube. The rigid opening portion is stable in respect of shape. The tube diameter preferably is not more than 10 mm and, in an embodiment of the invention, the tube contains a liquid, preferably a liquid medical preparation. The liquid has a volume of not more than 1.5 ml, preferably of not more than 1.3 ml. Preferably, the tube contains additionally a gas having a volume of preferably 10 to 15% of the liquid volume. The tube or foil bag preferably comprises a flat portion having an inscription. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110288506 | TRANSDERMAL PATCH WITH EXTENSOR MEANS - A transdermal product delivery patch comprises a reservoir containing a product for delivery to a patient; means for affixing the patch to the skin of the patient; and manually operable means for actuating an extensor mechanism to exert pressure on the reservoir and thereby expel the product towards the skin. The patch may be supplied with the extensor mechanism held in a strained configuration and the manually operable means may be a restraint such as a peelable layer that can be removed to allow the extensor mechanism to move using stored energy towards a rest configuration. The extensor mechanism may be a ring of resilient material that is pre-stretched radially inwards so that, upon release, it stretches the reservoir radially outwards. The patch may be supplied with the extensor mechanism in a rest configuration and the manually operable means may deform it in a predefined manner into a strained configuration. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110288507 | Devices and Methods for Delivering Active Agents to Target Sites - The subject invention provides novel, inexpensive, and highly effective methods and devices for convenient and effective wound irrigation. In one embodiment the subject invention provides a discharge means for a reservoir housing containing irrigation solution wherein the discharge means has one or more specifically designed nozzles through which a sufficient volume of the irrigation solution can pass at an appropriate pressure. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110301554 | Continuous Spray Scalp Therapy and Dispensing Systems for Same - A spray delivery system in combination with a scalp medication is provided which includes a portable container having a gas imperious container wall, a pressure source disposed within the container, and a selectively operable valve assembly affixed to the container. The scalp medication is in liquid form and is disposed within the container. The scalp medication comprises a hair growth stimulation or hair growth maintenance active ingredient in an amount sufficient to stimulate or maintain hair growth disposed within a pharmacologically acceptable carrier solution. The valve assembly of the system produces a 1 mL spray of said scalp medication within about 5 seconds following a single operation of said valve assembly. A method of treating alopecia using a continuous spray employing such a system is also provided. Both bag-on-valve (bag-in-can) and metered dose packages are disclosed. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110313371 | MEDICATED, TRANSDERMAL FOOT PATCH - A medicated, transdermal foot patch includes a cushioning layer, and an adhesive layer comprised of an adhesive material that adheres the patch to the skin of the foot when the patch is applied to the foot with the adhesive layer in direct contact with the skin. A removable liner is placed over the adhesive layer to protect the adhesive layer until the adhesive layer is ready to be applied directly to the skin. One or more pain-relieving compounds is deliverable to the skin when the patch is applied to the foot with the adhesive layer is in direct contact with the skin. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20120004627 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR ENZYMATIC DEBRIDEMENT OF SKIN LESIONS - An apparatus for debridement of devitalized tissue in skin lesions, that includes a plurality of height- and angle-adjustable inlet tubes and at least one outlet tube and a member that forms an occlusive seal around a skin lesion. The plurality of inlet tubes is adapted for directing a continuous stream of enzymatic solution to the surface and into the entire volume of the wound bed of the lesion and the at least one outlet is adapted for removing the enzymatic solution, fluids draining from the lesion and tissue debris from the occluded skin lesion. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120004628 | WOUND DRESSING APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE - A dressing ( | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120010578 | WOUND TREATMENT CONTAINMENT APPARATUS - The invention relates to the treatment of wounds. In particular, the invention relates to systems, devices, and methods enabling treatment (e.g., debridement) of wounds with liquid, gas, or particles in a non-controlled setting while providing containment of contaminated liquid, gas or particles, thereby preventing exposure of individuals and surfaces in proximity to the patient to infectious materials. In certain embodiments, the systems and devices are conformable to the contours of a non-planar surface, such as the human body (e.g., to seal or partially seal the device or system to a portion of a human body). | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120016320 | Method and Device for Liquid Delivery - A liquid delivery device is provided which allows for delivery of precise, small amounts of a target liquid, such as cantharadin, glycolic acid, phenol, trichloroacetic acid, or similar liquids to a specific, discrete target location, such as an area of the skin to treat conditions including, but not limited to: molluscum contagiosum, verrucous vulgaris (warts), verrucous plana (flat warts), acne scars, actinic keratosis, acrochordon (skin tags), seborrheic keratosis, dermatosis papulosa nigra, milia and lentigo (sun spots). The liquid delivery device allows for delivery of the liquid to the target area without delivering the liquid to any part of the area surrounding the precise target location, thereby eliminating unnecessary irritation such as blistering, pain, temporary or permanent tissue damage and/or scarring for the user. The liquid delivery device strongly adheres to the target liquid, eliminating spilling and the resultant danger to the user and eliminating economic waste. In one implementation, the device comprises a small, hollow tube, the material and diameter of which allow uptake and retention of a target liquid by taking advantage of capillary action and surface tension. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120022471 | Cosmetic Composition for th Ecare and Correction of Telangiectasias - The present invention relates to a dermocosmetic composition of localised topical application in cream and/or emulsion form, to the procedure for obtainment thereof together with use thereof for care and correction of telangiectasias and to the method of administration thereof. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120022472 | APPLICATION METHOD OF EXTERNAL DERMATOLOGICAL MEDICATIONS, EVALUATING METHOD OF THE SAME, APPLICATION EVALUATING APPARATUS, AND APPLICATION EVALUATING PROGRAM - A method of applying an external dermatological medication to a skin or a skin substitute substrate with an external dermatological medication for evaluating characteristics of the external dermatological medication acquired by irradiating the skin or the skin substitute substrate with light including a first applying step of spreading the external dermatological medication in one direction on the skin or the skin substitute substrate from a side surface of the skin or the skin substitute substrate; a second applying step of spreading the external dermatological medication in a direction perpendicular to the one direction on the skin or the skin substitute substrate, wherein the first applying step and the second applying step are repeated by a predetermined number of times. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120035556 | PUMP SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR STORING AND DISPENSING A PLURALITY OF PRECISELY MEASURED UNIT-DOSES OF IMIQUIMOD CREAM - The present invention is directed to airless storage and dispensing systems that include a pump or dispensing package pre-filled with a topical semi-solid imiquimod pharmaceutical formulation (“pump systems”) and methods for storing and dispensing from the pump systems a plurality of precisely measured and uniform unit doses of a topical semi-solid imiquimod pharmaceutical formulation, and more particularly to pump systems, pre-filled with a topical imiquimod pharmaceutical cream and methods for delivering multiple precisely measured unit doses of a topical imiquimod pharmaceutical cream, and methods for using a controlled delivery pump system to store and dispense a plurality of consistent and precisely measured unit doses of a topical imiquimod pharmaceutical cream for use in topically treating a dermal and mucosal-associated condition, such as, external genital warts and/or perianal warts (EGWs), actinic keratosis or actinic keratoses (AK or AKs) and superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC). | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120035557 | Personal Care Compositions Comprising A Multi-Active System For Down Regulating Cytokines Irritation - A personal care composition comprising a multi-active system for down regulating cytokines comprising at least three actives, an extract of | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120035558 | Wound Cleaning Adhesive Patch - A patch that is able to expedite the healing process of skin wounds such as cuts, burns, scraps, or any other superficial wounds. The present invention is an adhesive patch with gauze retaining a suds substance. The patch is applied to a user's skin wound to clean and draw out the pus and exudates for a quicker healing process. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120035559 | Device and Method for Abscess Irrigation - The subject invention provides novel, inexpensive, and highly effective methods and devices for convenient and effective irrigation of abscesses, puncture wounds, and similar types of deep tissue wounds. In one embodiment the subject invention provides a discharge apparatus for a reservoir housing containing irrigation solution, wherein the discharge apparatus has a specifically designed nozzle for insertion into a wound opening and through which a sufficient volume of the irrigation solution can pass at an appropriate pressure. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120041397 | METHOD OF TREATMENT OF PREMALIGNANT AND MALIGNANT SKIN LESIONS WITH CYTOTOXIC AGENTS - A method of packaging and applying toxic anti-neoplastic pharmaceutical agents for the prevention and treatment of premalignant and malignant lesions of the skin is described. The packaging of liquid formulations containing these toxic anti-neoplastic agents in plastic or glass bottles with control-flow applicators and caps enables patients to apply such formulations to affected areas of skin without having to have physical contact on the part of their hands with the medicaments. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120065599 | Transdermal Therapeutic System Having Controlled Active Substance Flow Comprising a Basic Reacting Oxide - The present invention relates to transdermal therapeutic systems that include an occlusive back layer impervious to an active substance, a single or multilayer matrix, and a peelable protective film. The matrix or at least one of the matrix layers includes a pharmaceutical active substance or a plurality of pharmaceutical active substances in the form of at least one pharmaceutically consumable salt thereof and a pharmaceutically consumable, alkaline reacting oxide. | 03-15-2012 |
| 20120078204 | TRANSDERMAL SYSTEMS CONTAINING MULTILAYER ADHESIVE MATRICES TO MODIFY DRUG DELIVERY - A transdermal drug-containing dosage unit comprises: a backing layer substantially impervious to the drug to be delivered transdermally; a first polymeric adhesive matrix, in contact with the backing layer, having dispersed therein the drug and having a first delivery profile of the drug; a second polymeric adhesive matrix, in contact with said first polymeric adhesive matrix, having dispersed therein the drug and having a second delivery profile of the drug, wherein said second delivery profile is different from said first delivery profile; and a release liner in contact with the second polymeric adhesive matrix. The first polymeric adhesive matrix can release the drug more quickly or more slowly than the second polymeric adhesive matrix. Through the selection of the two matrices, the delivery profile of the drug through the skin can be selectively modified and controlled. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120078205 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF SOLUTION TO THE SKIN - Compositions and methods for delivery of medicaments to human or animal skin, for example, the scalp, comprising the steps of transporting the medicaments in a volatile carrier solution to a position adjacent to the skin, and atomizing the preparation at said position onto the skin to thereby uniformly distribute the preparation over the scalp thereby improving absorption of the medicament through the skin. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120089103 | Medical Device For Healing Wounds and Skin Diseases - The present invention discloses a medical device having a disposable member for treating dermatological diseases and topical pathogeneses. The device comprises, inter alia, at least one inner layer at least partially made of a non-woven material, being in physical contact with at least a part of the derma having the dermatological diseases; at least one external impervious and flexible layer, at least partially made of material selected from a group consisting of silicone, rubber and polymer, enveloping the inner layer; and, source of hypertonic solution wetting the inner layer such that the inner layer is continuously immersed with the hypertonic solution and a constantly hypertonic environment around the derma is maintained. The inner layer is disposable and reversibly detachable to the enveloping external layer such that frequent displacement of the inner layer is possible, topical pathogeneses are being removed and dermatological diseases are being treated. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120089104 | ANTIVIRAL TRANSDERMAL PATCH AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME - An antiviral transdermal patch including a backing layer, a viscous polymer layer, and a protection film layer. The viscous polymer layer includes an antiviral agent, a viscous polymer, and a transdermal enhancer. The transdermal enhancer is laurocapram or a mixture thereof. The antiviral agent is a nucleoside antiviral drug with a daily delivery rate of less than 100 mg/day. The patch effectively promotes the penetration of a nucleoside antiviral agent into the blood circulation and avoids enzymolysis in the gastrointestinal tract and the first pass effect of the liver and reduces side effect of drugs, thereby inhibiting the replication of target viruses and reducing viral DNA level in the serum. A method for producing the patch is also provided. The raw materials involved in the invention are easily purchased from the market at a low cost. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120109081 | Disposal Chain Supply Systems Method And Apparatus - This patent application teaches methods and apparatus of an efficient disposal chain system which includes a process of receiving fluid enclosing containers, transforming said containers into collection containers by integrating said containers into vacuum canister collection systems. Such a collection system includes a remote vacuum source configured to draw a vacuum force away from said container and towards said container. Such a vacuum source is configured to draw room air. Such a force is configured to draw waste materials along a path towards said collection container. A transformation of said containers includes deriving said containers from supply chains and transforming said containers into said collection systems at least in part by supporting said containers inside said canisters from below utilizing various configurations of measurement stands, said stands configured to support and accommodate various sizes, types and shapes of said containers. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120116326 | METHODS, APPARATUSES AND SYSTEMS FOR CONDITIONING SKIN - Methods, apparatuses and systems are disclosed for conditioning a foot surface by contacting a foot surface with an article designed to contact foot surfaces for the purpose of abrading, moisturizing and otherwise conditioning a foot surface. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120123356 | FOAM MATERIAL FOR MEDICAL USE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME - An in situ forming foam for medical applications and a method for making same is described, the method comprising the steps of: preparing a first component, Composition A, comprising an acidic solution of a polycationic polymer selected from the group comprising polymeric amines and polysaccharides; preparing a second component, Composition B, selected from the group comprising a metal carbonate, a metal bicarbonate or a mixture of a metal carbonate and a metal bicarbonate; maintaining said first and second components separately prior to mixing; and mixing said first and second components at an intended site of application. The foam is a mechanically robust but flexible and resilient material wherein the degree and nature of the porosity may be controlled. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120130322 | Method and Kit for Moisturizing the Surface of the Eye - A method for moisturizing the eye in which an amount of aqueous fluid is administered to the eye in an amount below that which causes flooding of the eye and removal of the normal tear film from the surface of the eye. The fluid, when administered in accordance with the invention, rehydrates the already present tear film rather than replacing the tear film. A kit for moisturizing the eye in accordance with the invention is also disclosed. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120136322 | Anterior Segment Drug Delivery - A therapeutic system comprises an ocular insert placed on a region outside an optical zone of an eye. The ocular insert comprises two structures: a first skeletal structure and a second cushioning structure. The first structure functions as a skeletal frame which maintains positioning of the implant along the anterior portion of the eye and provides support to the second, cushioning structure. This first structure maintains the attachment of the therapeutic system to the anterior portion of the eye for at least thirty days. In some embodiments the first structure remains a constant size and shape, e.g. a ring shape, a ring with haptics, or a curvilinear ring that is confined to and restrainingly engages the inferior and superior conjunctival fornices so as to retain the implant within the tear fluid and/or against the tissues of the eye. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120136323 | Wound Dressings, Methods of Using the Same and Methods of Forming the Same - Provided according to some embodiments of the invention are wound dressings that include a polymer matrix and nitric oxide-releasing polysiloxane macromolecules within and/or on the polymer matrix. Also provided are wound dressing kits and methods of using and forming such wound dressings. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120150132 | DISPOSABLE DISPENSER DROP DIVERTER - An attachment for use with a unit dose eye drop dispenser comprises a tapered receptacle and a lateral positioning arm. The tapered receptacle is “squeezable” so that a reservoir of the unit dose dispenser can be placed within the receptacle and the walls of the receptacle squeezed to dispense a droplet. The positioning arm is shaped to be placed over the patient's nosebridge to properly position the receptacle over the eye for optimum placement of an eye drop. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20120157937 | TRANSDERMAL THERAPEUTIC SYSTEM PROVIDED WITH IMPROVED LONG-TERM CARRYING COMFORT - The invention relates to transdermal therapeutic systems (TTS) comprising a backing, a reservoir layer containing at least one pharmaceutical active ingredient, and an adhesive. Said transdermal therapeutic systems are characterised in that they are able to continuously adhere to the surface of the skin over a long period of time. During said long period of time, a) there is at least one time interval during which the TTS adhering to the surface of the skin is intensively exposed to water, and b) the active ingredient is transdermally released. The invention also relates to a method for the continuous transdermal release of at least one pharmaceutical active ingredient over a long period of time. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120165762 | TRANSDERMAL DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE INCLUDING AN OCCLUSIVE BACKING - A transdermal drug delivery system for the topical application of one or more active agents contained in one or more polymeric and/or adhesive carrier layers, proximate to a non-drug containing polymeric backing layer which can control the delivery rate and profile of the transdermal drug delivery system by adjusting the moisture vapor transmission rate of the polymeric backing layer. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120172821 | Therapeutic clothing and related methods - The present invention is related to articles of clothing that can be used to lessen the symptoms of particular diseases and/or skin conditions, designs of the clothing, and methods and tools for commercializing and marketing the clothing. In one aspect, the present invention is directed to an article of clothing. The article of clothing includes at least a first coating. The first coating decreases the wicking or absorbance of water as compared to clothing that does not include the coating. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120179121 | Dial-Cap - An architecture is presented that provides a topical cream delivery device designed for effectively and easily administering hydrating and pain-relieving creams to dialysis patients' and other “in need” patients' needle sites. The topical cream delivery device comprises an adhesive bandage strip and a cavity positioned along the adhesive bandage strip. The cavity is typically filled with a hydrating and pain-relieving cream for dialysis patients, but could be filled with any other suitable cream or drug as well. The adhesive bandage strip further comprises an adhesive backing, for adhering to a user's skin. The adhesive bandage strip is attached to the adhesive backing on one side and covered with a protective paper on the other and cut to shape for application to a body surface. A user when using the topical cream delivery device peels off the protective paper from the adhesive backing and adheres the device to a body surface. | 07-12-2012 |
| 20120179122 | DEVICE FOR APPLYING AN OPHTHALMIC MEDICAMENT MIST - A device for applying an ophthalmologic medicament to a patient's eye is disclosed. The device comprises spectacles defined by a frame and at least one lens; at least one container adapted for accommodating the ophthalmologic medicament; the container is incorporated into the frame; dosing mechanism adapted to control doses of the medicament; and at least one nozzle in a fluid interconnection with the medicament container; the nozzle is secured mechanically to the frame; the nozzle is adapted for providing a medicament mist flow. The nozzle is placed in front of a peripheral portion of a patient's eye slot and adapted to provide the mist flow in front of the patient's eye. | 07-12-2012 |
| 20120184926 | POLYMERIC SEALANT FOR MEDICAL USE - The invention provides a polymeric medical sealant. The medical sealant is useful for application to the tonsils and adenoids, wherein the sealant performs at least one of the following functions, a) inhibit the colonization of bacteria, b) inhibit the binding of bacteria to tissue, c) reduction of tissue morbidity, d) hemostasis, e) coating and protection of tissue during healing. f) promotion of healing, and g) reduction of pain. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20120184927 | DISPENSER WITH SLIDING SEAL, TREATMENT DEVICE AND RELATED METHODS - A treatment device and associated methods are disclosed, the treatment device comprising: a fluid dispenser comprising: a sealable reservoir for storing a fluid to be dispensed; a transfer body for carrying a predetermined volume of said fluid from said reservoir to a dispensing point outside of said reservoir; and a sliding seal for maintaining said reservoir in a sealed state while a portion of said transfer body carrying said predetermined volume of fluid and said predetermined volume of fluid are moved from a position inside of said reservoir to said dispensing point outside of said reservoir; and an applicator for applying a predetermined volume of fluid present at said dispensing point to a part of the human or animal body, wherein said applicator comprises means for dispersing said predetermined volume of fluid in a jet of gas directed towards said part of the human or animal body. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20120191052 | Intelligent activated skin patch system - A system, method and apparatus for real time measurement and monitoring of various personal health parameters including controlled delivery of drugs/medications by intelligent pump appliances, intelligent inhalation appliances and intelligent skin patch appliances used in a standalone manner or in a wired or wireless networked configuration, in conjunction with various peripheral devices, other intelligent appliances, servers, RF ID Tags and stationary/mobile devices. The intelligent appliances relate to the measurement, monitoring and delivery of insulin/other drugs for the treatment of diabetes and other diseases. The method also additionally includes the application of intelligent appliances for pain management including visualization of organs and body locations exhibiting pain. | 07-26-2012 |
| 20120197216 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR RECONSTITUTING A PHARMACEUTICAL AND PREPARING THE RECONSTITUTED PHARMACEUTICAL FOR TRANSIENT APPLICATION - An apparatus and method for preparing a pharmaceutical for transient application includes a tray having a sealed compartment, a vial of an ophthalmic formulation of mitomycin-C, a diluent carrier containing sterilized water, and a syringe that are all contained together in a single package. The component parts of the apparatus are used together to reconstitute the contents of the vial with the water in the diluent carrier, and then draw the reconstituted drug into the sealed compartment of the tray by a suction force produced by the syringe. In the tray compartment, the reconstituted drug is absorbed in at least one absorbent pad. The absorbent pads may come in multiple shapes and or/sizes. The tray is opened to remove the pad and the absorbed drug from the tray compartment for use of the pad in transient application of the drug. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120215184 | CYLINDRICAL OCULAR INSERTS - Ocular inserts including a cylindrical body, a lumen and a hydrophilic polymer and strips thereof are suitable for contact with an eye of a subject suffering from an eye disorder. While in contact with an eye, the ocular inserts may be used for releasing various agents, including pharmaceutically active agents, and effecting a treatment of one or more eye disorders. | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120215185 | TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF ROTIGOTINE - An improved Transdermal Delivery System (TDS) comprising a backing layer inert to the components of the matrix, a self-adhesive matrix containing rotigotine and a protective foil or sheet to be removed prior to use, | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120215186 | DERMAL DELIVERY DEVICE - A transdermal drug delivery device is disclosed. Over an extended wear period, the device causes cumulative moderate irritation plus significant irritation of less than 5% and/or achieves a meaningful degree of detachment over a seven day period of less than 20%. | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120220958 | VASCULAR ACCESS PRESERVATION IN HEMODIALYSIS PATIENTS - The present invention relates generally to the field of hemodialysis, including methods and kits that can be employed to improve hemodialysis therapy. The present invention encompasses methods and kits useful for reducing vascular access complications associated with hemodialysis therapy and prolonging the period of time for which a vascular access site can be used in a patient. | 08-30-2012 |
| 20120220959 | SPREADING IMPLEMENT - This invention relates to an implement | 08-30-2012 |
| 20120238969 | Device and Method for Topical Application of Therapeutics or Cosmetic Compositions - This invention relates to devices and methods for safely reconstituting and administering topical therapeutic or cosmetic compositions. The topical applicator according to the invention is particularly well suited for storing, reconstituting, and administering or applying highly toxic substances. | 09-20-2012 |
| 20120245537 | TRANSDERMAL THERAPEUTIC SYSTEM HAVING STABILIZED MEMBRANE - The invention relates to a transdermal therapeutic system made of the following layers: a carrier layer (T), an active ingredient layer (R), a membrane layer (M) and optionally an adhesive layer (K), wherein the carrier layer (T) is impenetrable to the active substance and to water, the active substance layer (R) comprises as an active substance component the salt of an alkali reactive active substance, such as a CNS-active amine in combination with at least one alkali reactive further component, and a polymer component (P1), wherein the active substance is released from the active substance layer (R) only by the moisture entering from the exterior through the membrane layer (M), and the membrane layer (M) is made of a polymer component (P2), allowing a uniform delivery of basic active substances to the skin. | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120245538 | Transdermal Therapeutic System for the Administration of Peptides - The invention relates to a transdermal therapeutic system (TTS) which is suited for the administration of a peptide to a patient through skin treated with ablation. The transdermal therapeutic system incorporates a back layer and an active substance-containing layer that includes at least one peptide and a carrier substance. | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120271251 | Skin Care Compositions and Uses Thereof - Various topical compositions for skin care are disclosed. These topical composition include: one or more acidic fermentation products derived from one or more (C | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120277692 | HEMODIALYSIS VEIN PREPARATION APPARATUS AND METHODS - Methods and apparatus for applying focused pressure to a target vessel to dilate the target vessel for hemodialysis. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120277693 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMPROVING THE APPEARANCE OF NAILS AFFECTED BY ONYCHOMYCOSIS THROUGH THE TOPICAL APPLICATION OF AN AQUEOUS SOLUTION CONTAINING BORIC ACID AND CAMPHOR OR OTHER TERPENES - A method of treating onychomycosis and improving nail appearance for persons suffering onychomycosis, including preparing an aqueous solution containing between 0.3% and 28% (3 g/L or 0.049 mole/L and 280 g/L or 4.53 mole/L) boric acid and between 0.1% and 11% (lg/L or 0.0066 mole/L and 110 g/L or 0.072 mole/L) camphor or other terpene, and applying the solution to the affected nails for a period of time between a few seconds up to 30 minutes at least once per day every day for a sufficiently long period of time for the condition to appreciably improve or to resolve. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120283668 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR USING EFFERVESCENT TABLETS FOR COSMETIC CARE - An apparatus and method for providing cosmetic treatment to skin comprise one material chemically active in a solid form preferably in a tablet form and a second material which is chemically reactive with the first material so that effervescence is produced during the reaction. The chemically active materials may be activated by a user for providing cosmetic treatment to skin. The activation releases effervescence which urges granules of the reacting materials onto the skin. The size of the granules lowers during the reaction thus providing continuously refining peeling to the skin. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120289912 | WOUND SHIELD - A preformed wound shield includes a frame formed of one or more layers of suitable material and any suitable covering. Exudate absorbing or transporting material may also be one of two or more layers of material forming the frame. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120302972 | Intrascleral Drug Delivery Device and Associated Methods - The present invention provides methods and devices for delivering an active agent into the eye of a subject. In one aspect, for example, the present invention provides an ocular drug delivery device including a housing configured to couple to the eye of the subject and a corneal seal coupled to the housing and positioned in the housing to encircle the cornea during use to form a corneal region, where the housing extends outward from the corneal seal to form a scleral region, and where the scleral region being positioned over the eye's sclera during use. The device further includes an active agent reservoir coupled to the housing and positioned to release active agent into the scleral region and a pressure regulator coupled to the housing that is operable to introduce negative pressure between the housing and the eye. Thus the corneal seal is operable to fluidically isolate the corneal region from the scleral region in response to the negative pressure. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120302973 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF STIMULATION AND ACTIVATION OF FLUIDS FOR USE WITH INSTILLATION THERAPY - Systems and methods of stimulating or activating fluids for use in wound treatment systems. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120310183 | PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING A HYPOMETHYLATING AGENT AND A HISTONE DEACETYLASE INHIBITOR - A pharmaceutical composition for induction therapy which has a hypomethylating agent and a histone deacetylase inhibitor (“HDAC inhibitor”); wherein the hypomethylating agent is a DNA and histone methylation inhibitor such as cladribine and the HDAC inhibitor is, for example, entinostat, panobinostat, vorinostat, and/or romedepsin; further wherein the hypomethylating agent and the HDAC inhibitor are combined in formulations for various administrations including e.g., a continuous delivery system such as a transdermal patch of at least one reservoir or a plurality of reservoirs, oral, a fixed-dose oral combination, intravenous, and combinations thereof. This pharmaceutical composition for induction therapy is used with a monoclonal antibody in the treatment of various cancers, sarcomas, and other malignancies. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120316516 | SYNCHRONIZED WATER AND PRODUCTION AND USE THEREOF - A synchronized water is disclosed, in which all single water molecules at the same time are arranged in an identical way to a stable homogeneous microstructure, wherein said synchronized water in a distilled condition and at atmospheric pressure has a) a density of from 0.997855 to 0.998836 g/ml at 22° C., b) a water temperature at the freezing point of from −6.7° C. to −8.2° C., c) a melting point of from 0.1° C. to 0.2° C., d) a surface tension of from 72.3 to 72.7 dyn/cm at 22 and e) a dielectric constant of from 82.4 to 82.6 F/m, as well as a method for preparation thereof and different uses thereof. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20130006202 | Automated Incremental Eyedrop Delivery System with Eyelid Retracting Legs - An eyedrop bottle holder with resilient arms formed from an inverted U-shaped band made from resilient injection molded plastic. The top middle portion of the inverted U-shape band includes a centrally located opening through which the top (dispensing portion) of a standard eyedrop bottle containing eyedrop solution may be positioned and held. The right and left arms of the U-shape band each terminate in an outwardly disposed J-shape foot, the underside of which is covered by a soft rubber-like pad. When a user inserts a standard eyedrop bottle into the holder, the dispensing tip of the eyedrop bottle may be positioned in close proximity to the user's eye. The user may cause his or her eye lid to remain open by using the fingers of one hand to squeeze the right and left arms of the holder together, then placing the pad of one arm on the upper ridge of the orbital eye socket and the pad of the second arm on the lower ridge of the orbital eye socket. Releasing the arms causes the skin of the user's upper and lower eyelids to be spread apart from each other and remain spread during an eyedrop solution dispensing event. The eyedrop bottle is retained within a housing that includes an electromechanical assembly with a rotating cam that pushes on the side of the bottle until a predetermined amount of solution is dispensed. When a set amount of eyedrop solution has been dispensed, the assembly resets itself. An electronic sensor detects the passage of a drop of solution from the bottle and directs a reverse motion to the rotating cam. Tilt sensors assist the user in properly orienting the device for use. An adaptor may be used to accommodate non-standard sized eyedrop bottles. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130012892 | Article of clothing for applying a pharmaceutical, a pharmaceutical delivery kit and method - An article of clothing is provided for topically delivering a pharmaceutical composition to a wearer of the article of clothing. The clothing typically includes at least three layers, an optional outer surface layer, a middle layer, and an inner layer. A pharmaceutical composition is applied to the inner layer. The middle layer prevents the pharmaceutical composition from passing from the inner layer to the outer surface layer. A method for delivering a pharmaceutical is also disclosed, wherein a pharmaceutical composition is applied to the inner layer of an article of clothing and the clothing is worn by a person. A pharmaceutical preparation delivery kit is also provided, wherein the kit includes an article of clothing for topically delivering a pharmaceutical composition and a pharmaceutical composition. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130012893 | TOROIDAL PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATIONS - There is provided methods for administering a toroidal pharmaceutical composition to a subject. The method includes dispensing a toroidal pharmaceutical composition, and allowing the toroidal pharmaceutical composition to contact a target organ of the subject, thereby administering the toroidal pharmaceutical composition. There are additionally provided toroidal aerosol delivery systems. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130018333 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR APPLYING A HEATED SKIN TREATMENT SPRAY - Embodiments disclosed herein propose the controlled application of a heated spray cloud to a target surface. The spray cloud may be delivered in connection with applications of atomized (misted) sunless tanning sprays using a variety of spray systems. A formulation of the cosmetic or conditioning liquid may conduct and retain heat to allow a pleasantly warm spray to be received on the skin surface. The formula may come to temperature quickly and the heat may be retained even though a nozzle cooling effect inherently cools the spray as it leaves the nozzle. | 01-17-2013 |
| 20130035649 | REDUCED-PRESSURE WOUND DRESSINGS - Systems, methods, and dressings for treating a linear wound, such as an incision, on a patient are presented. The systems, dressings, and methods involve a sealed wound dressing assembly that helps form a fluid seal around the linear wound while simultaneously encompassing a subcutaneous delivery conduit to deliver fluid to or from a subcutaneous tissue site. In one instance, a reduced-pressure interface is used to allow the subcutaneous delivery conduit to pass through tissue at or near the linear wound and through a wound dressing assembly to a drainage receptacle. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130041332 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR THE DELIVERY OF BLOOD CLOTTING MATERIALS TO BLEEDING WOUNDS - An apparatus for promoting the clotting of blood and controlling bleeding comprises a receptacle for retaining blood clotting material in particulate form therein. A pad for controlling bleeding comprises a mesh structure and a support attached to the mesh structure to facilitate the application of pressure to the pad and the wound. A bandage applicable to a bleeding wound comprises a mesh structure and a flexible substrate attached to the mesh structure, the substrate being a cloth or plastic member that may be adhesively attachable to cover a wound. In any embodiment, at least a portion of the receptacle or mesh structure is defined by a mesh having openings therein, and at least a portion of the particulate blood clotting material is in direct contact with blood. The mesh may include a zeolite powder impregnated or otherwise incorporated therein. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130053793 | REDUCED-PRESSURE TREATMENT AND DEBRIDEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A reduced-pressure treatment system for debriding a treatment area of a tissue site and applying reduced pressure is disclosed. The reduced-pressure treatment system includes a hydrogel having a blocked acid debriding agent. The hydrogel is adapted to cover the treatment area and enhance autolytic debridement at the treatment area. The reduced-pressure treatment system includes a manifold that is adapted to cover the hydrogel and distribute reduced pressure to the tissue site. The reduced-pressure treatment system also includes a sealing drape for forming a fluid seal over the tissue site and manifold. Other systems, methods, and dressings are presented. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130053794 | SUSTAINED RELEASE DELIVERY OF ACTIVE AGENTS TO TREAT GLAUCOMA AND OCULAR HYPERTENSION - A method of decreasing intraocular pressure (IOP) in an eye of a patient in need thereof includes implanting a first lacrimal implant through a firsts punctum and into a first lacrimal canaliculus of the eye of the patient. The method may further comprise implanting a second lacrimal implant through a second punctum and into a second lacrimal canaliculus of the eye of the patient, and releasing, on a sustained basis a therapeutically effective amount of an intraocular pressure-reducing therapeutic agent. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130060207 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SINGLE-USE CREAM OR LIQUID DISPENSER AND APPLICATOR - A single-use disposable applicator and dispenser of creams, liquids, and spreadable agents. A liquid or cream agent of liquid or viscous is stored in a sterile container. An applicator including a soft interface is stored along with the agent. When the need to apply the agent occurs, the applicator breaks the seal to the agent, after which the applicator is used to apply the cream or liquid agent to a desired surface, and is then discarded. The invention may be used by healthcare providers and similar persons to treat a plurality of persons, and lessens the likelihood that bacteria or infection will be spread amongst a population. The invention may further be used to contain, dispense, and apply any manner of spreadable agents of low rigidity including, but not limited to, soaps, cleaning agents, and paint samples. | 03-07-2013 |
| 20130060208 | WOUND CARE PRODUCTS - The present invention relates to wound care products, devices and methods incorporating acetic acid for the treatment of bacterial infections, in particular bacterial biofilm infections. In particular it relates to a wound care product comprising acetic acid, wherein the product comprises at least one further antibacterial compound; a delivery system comprising a container connected to a means of delivery which is connected to a pad, wherein said container comprises a composition comprising acetic acid and said pad comprises a self-adhesive material; a kit comprising a dressing and an adhesive membrane, wherein the dressing comprises a composition comprising acetic acid; a method of treating a wound comprising a) applying acetic acid to the wound and b) applying a negative pressure to the wound. | 03-07-2013 |
| 20130079732 | Ultrasonic Surface Treatment Device and Method - Disclosed are devices which generate a mist of a treatment composition, viz, an aerosolized treatment composition which imparts a technical benefit to surfaces, or airspaces, which come into contact with the said aerosolized treatment composition. Also disclosed are methods for the treatment of surfaces utilizing the devices of the invention. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130079733 | Surface Treatment Device and Method - Disclosed are devices which generate a mist of a treatment composition, viz, an aerosolized treatment composition which imparts a technical benefit to surfaces, or airspaces, which come into contact with the said aerosolized treatment composition. Also disclosed are methods for the treatment of surfaces utilizing the devices of the invention. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130079734 | Method and Apparatus for Applying Materials on Human Lips - An apparatus for applying cosmetic or treatment material to a user's lips includes a container containing a lip cosmetic product or a lip treatment product in solid or semi-solid form. An applicator is mounted on the container, the applicator having an upper surface formed in the general shape of human upper and lower lips. In one embodiment, the applicator has apertures extending through the applicator. The apertures advance the product in the container through the apertures and onto the upper surface of the applicator when the container is manipulated. A user applies their lips to the upper surface of the applicator, transferring the product to the user's lips. In a further embodiment, the lip product in the container and the applicator are one solid or semi-solid structure, with the upper surface of the structure formed generally in the shape of a pair of human lips. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130085459 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION FEEDBACK - This invention provides for a method and an EMDU used to dispense precise quantities of liquids with an image sensor being capable of providing feedback to the user as to both, when an eye is properly aligned with the EMDU, and to detect and track the quantity of the dose administered on to the eye. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130085460 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LIQUID DISPENSING - This invention provides for a method and a device for dispensing precise quantities of a predetermined volume of medicaments or other liquids onto the eye, via one or more discrete drop(s) generated by the device in a practical and innoxious way to users. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130096515 | SKIN THERAPY SYSTEMS - A convenient and hygienic skin therapy system comprising an encaser, one or more therapeutic compositions, a sealing means and optional accessories is disclosed. A method of using such a skin therapy system is also provided. The skin therapy system and the use thereof provides an effective, efficient and safe therapeutic approach. | 04-18-2013 |
| 20130096516 | Healing Wounds by Restoring Physiological Norms - A method of treating a wound by restoring a bodies' physiological norms is disclosed. A wound dressing is applied over the wound in which the wound dressing has an inlet and an outlet and furthermore forms a substantially airtight cover over the wound. A vapor is supplied to the wound dressing via the inlet. The wound is warmed by condensing the vapor into a condensate on a surface of the wound, thereby releasing a latent heat of vaporization and adding moisture to the wound. The excess condensate is removed from the wound dressing via the outlet. | 04-18-2013 |
| 20130102977 | OPHTHALMIC COMPOSITION - The present invention provides an ophthalmic composition which stabilizes the tear film during wearing contact lens, prevents eye dryness, imparts a favorable sensation in using, is highly convenient with no risk of misuse and shows a high efficiency in the course from manufacturing to sales. More specifically, the present invention provides a wetting solution—eye drops for contact lenses comprising (A) one or more member(s) selected from the group consisting of a cellulose-based polymer, a vinyl-based polymer, polyethylene glycol and dextran; and (B) a terpenoid. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130110056 | Neurosurgical Sponge Apparatus with Dissolvable Layer | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130123717 | MEDICAL SKIN APPLICATOR APPARATUS - A medical skin applicator apparatus includes a fluid housing having a fluid chamber for storing a medical agent and an applicator coupled to the housing. The fluid housing has a penetrable wall to permit access to the fluid chamber and release of the medical agent therefrom. The applicator includes an applicator surface for applying the medical agent to a patient. The applicator has a penetrating member adapted to penetrate the penetrable wall of the fluid housing upon achieving a predetermined coupled relation of the fluid housing and the applicator, to thereby permit the medical agent to be dispensed from the fluid chamber and applied to the patient with the applicator surface. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130131611 | MEDICAL DEVICE RECEPTACLE FILLING METHOD AND APPARATUS - An apparatus and method for dispersing fluid from a fluid dispersal line is provided. The method comprises initiating operation of the medical apparatus, determining whether fluid has been dispersed from the medical apparatus via the fluid dispersal line since said initiating occurred, and assessing whether fluid is available in the fluid dispersal line. If fluid has not been dispersed from the medical apparatus since said initiating occurred and fluid is not available in the fluid dispersal line, the method includes distributing a commanded quantity of fluid plus an amount of fluid determined to fill the fluid dispersal line. Otherwise the method disperses only the commanded quantity of fluid. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130138054 | WOUND TREATMENT DEVICE - A method of wound treatment can comprise providing a wound treatment device with a wound surface cover and a wound insert. The method can also include positioning the wound insert in contact with the wound, covering the wound insert and wound with the wound surface cover, affixing the wound surface cover to the skin surrounding the wound and compressing the wound insert by applying pressure to the wound surface cover. | 05-30-2013 |
| 20130144225 | Method And Device For Scar Management - A device for scar management includes an applicator head including a recess having a rotating means therein, a reservoir containing a silicone composition fluidly connected to the applicator head, and a metering valve fluidly connected to the reservoir. A metered dose of the silicone composition is delivered from the reservoir to the applicator head upon the application of external pressure to the metering valve. The invention also relates to a method for scar management using such device by identifying a target skin area having a wound or scar, contacting the outward surface of the applicator head to the target skin area, massaging the rotating means of the applicator head on the target skin area, and applying the silicone composition to the target skin area via the rotating means. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130184661 | EYE DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM - A punctal plug or lacrimal insert comprising a microelectromechanical system pump and associated reservoir may be utilized to deliver precise dosages of an active agent into the eye though the tear film. The microelectromechanical system pump comprises four main components; namely, a reservoir, a pump, a series of valves and a vent. The microelectromechanical system pump is positioned within a cavity in the punctal plug. The microelectromechanical system pump is positioned with a cavity in the punctal plug. | 07-18-2013 |
| 20130190702 | MEDICAL APPLICATOR DEVICE - Embodiments provide a medical device in the form of an applicator for applying a medical composition to a patient. The applicator includes a body, a tip, and a delivery mechanism. The body defines a storage chamber for the medical composition and has an opening for deploying the medical composition from the storage chamber. The tip covers the opening and has a closed state wherein the tip maintains the medical composition in the storage chamber and an open state wherein the medical composition can be deployed through the opening and the tip. | 07-25-2013 |
| 20130197456 | Oil Resistant Polymer Device, Method and Kit for Treating Fungal Infected Nail - A device for treating at least one infected nail of at least one digit of a subject includes an enclosure sized for housing at least a distal end of at least one digit of a subject having at least one infected nail. The enclosure comprises an integrally molded elastomeric polymer sheath having an interior cavity, which substantially conforms to the size and shape of at least the distal end of the at least one digit of the subject having the at least one infected nail. The sheath has an open end and a closed end, tapering from the closed end to the open end. The elastomeric polymer sheath comprises an elastomeric polymer film having oil resistance and low oxygen permeability. A method of using the device to treat the infected nail is provided. A kit including the device and an antifungal treatment composition is disclosed for treating the infected nail. | 08-01-2013 |
| 20130204210 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING FLUID TO A WOUND THERAPY DRESSING - Provided are systems and methods for delivery of fluid to a wound therapy dressing. In exemplary embodiments, a pressure source provides negative pressure to a wound dressing and a biasing mechanism provides positive pressure to a fluid reservoir. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130204211 | NEGATIVE PRESSURE TREATMENT SYSTEM WITH HEATING AND COOLING PROVISION - A method, and apparatus for the controlled acceleration, and/or retardation of the body's inflammatory response generally comprises a foam pad for insertion substantially into a wound site, a heating, a cooling pad for application over the wound site, a wound drape or sealing enclosure of the foam pad, the heating, and cooling pad at wound site The foam pad is placed in fluid communication with a vacuum source for promotion of the controlled acceleration or retardation of the body's inflammatory response. The heating, and cooling provision controls the local metabolic function as part of the inflammatory response. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130204212 | Adhesive Patch with Antimicrobial Composition - This disclosure describes example adhesive medical patches that may be used in combination with one or more antimicrobial agents to create and/or maintain an area of human skin that is free from contaminants. According to some embodiments, the disclosure describes that the adhesive patches may contain an adhesive material affixed to the perimeter of an impermeable backing According to some embodiments, the adhesive patch may also have a permeable layer containing an antimicrobial agent located interior to the adhesive material on the impermeable backing. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130211347 | STIFFENER FOR USE WITH A DRUG PATCH - Apparatus and methods are provided including a patch assembly ( | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130211348 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING FLUID TO A WOUND THERAPY DRESSING - Provided are systems and methods for delivery of fluid to a wound therapy dressing. In exemplary embodiments, a pressure source provides negative pressure to a wound dressing and positive pressure to an actuator that expels fluid from a fluid reservoir. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130211349 | FOAM STRUCTURE WOUND INSERTS FOR DIRECTIONAL GRANULATION - A wound treatment system comprises a wound-treatment apparatus and a wound dressing coupled to the apparatus. The wound dressing includes a foam structure wound insert having pores with a greater cross-sectional area when viewed from a first direction and a smaller cross-sectional area when viewed from an orthogonal direction. Methods for making such wound inserts may include compressing foam structure material having pores with a substantially uniform cross-sectional area. Methods for treating a wound using a wound insert. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130211350 | SPREADING IMPLEMENT - This invention relates to an implement | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130218104 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF AGENTS TO BIOLOGICAL TISSUE - Described herein are systems, apparatuses, and methods that employ a medical device to augment delivery of an agent to biological tissue. The medical device includes a reservoir containing the agent, a release port, and sealable base that can be attached to the biological tissue so that the agent is held under pressure upon attachment. The device can only release the agent through the release port. A penetrating instrument can be utilized to augment delivery of the agent to the biological tissue. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130226107 | MEDICINAL ROLLER BALL APPLICATORS, ASSOCIATED PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS, AND THEIR USE TO TREAT AFFLICTED SKIN TISSUES - The present invention discloses a novel medicinal roller ball applicator, comprising a ball with a rough surface, which can relatively painlessly facilitate the application and therapeutic massage of an active ingredient into a sensitive infected area of tissue for prolonged periods of time, while simultaneously removing dead epidermal tissue, a proven harrier to adsorption and penetration of active ingredients to the desired lower living skin tissue. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130226108 | Self-destructing transdermal therapeutic system having improved functionality and efficacy - The invention relates to a self-destructing transdermal therapeutic system (TTS), preferably in the form of a transdermal patch, that includes an active ingredient, an agent rendering the active ingredient useless, and a perforation mechanism. The perforation mechanism allows a mobile phase to reach the agent that is capable of rendering the active ingredient useless after removing the TTS after use. The agent then comes into contact with the active ingredient and destroys the active ingredient in the presence of the mobile phase. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130226109 | THERAPEUTIC SHOWER AND METHOD OF USING THE SHOWER FOR WEIGHT REDUCTION - A therapeutic shower assembly for weight reduction contemplates a generally horizontal support for an individual's body in a horizontal position on their back or stomach and a shower enclosure that accommodates the support. The shower enclosure also includes a source of pressurized water or a pump, a water heater for providing heated water and a horizontal serpentine pipe including a plurality of upwardly directed small openings. The assembly also includes two valves for stopping the flow of water to a portion of the pipe and the second valve for totally stopping the flow of water. The upwardly directed heated water falls gently on the individual. A mechanism raises and lowers the serpentine pipe to allow access to the support and to bring the pipe within about a foot or two of the individual. Finally, a timer and alarm warn an individual that the treatment is over. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130231618 | METHOD OF TREATING SKIN - A method of treating post-shave irritation via an advanced shave regimen. | 09-05-2013 |
| 20130237934 | SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING FLUID FLOW TO NERVE TISSUES - Provided is an apparatus that includes a nerve conduit, a manifold and a support structure for providing a reduced pressure. Also provided is a system that includes a source of reduced pressure, a nerve conduit, a manifold, a support structure and a conduit for providing fluid communication between the manifold support and the source of reduced pressure. Additionally provided is a method that includes implanting the above nerve conduit, manifold and support structure at a site of damaged nerve tissue and applying a reduced pressure to the manifold thereby stimulataing repair or regrowth of nerve tissue. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130245575 | BODY PRODUCT AND METHOD OF DELIVERY - A composition and method for administering topical and external topical and external body products for prevention and treatment of anal/vaginal ailments, the composition comprising a mixture of a melting agent, a healing agent, a hardening agent a moisture barrier agent, a carrier agent, the mixture in solid state and undergoing a phase change to a lubricating state when applied to a human body. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130245576 | APPLICATOR SPRAY NOZZLES WITH PRESSURE RELIEF - A spray nozzle for applying a medicinal agent to a tissue. The spray nozzle comprising a tip housing and a valve. The tip housing has a distal end, a proximal end, and a lumen that extends between the ends and defines a lengthwise central axis. The valve has an elongated body that extends through the lumen of the tip housing, along the lengthwise central axis. The valve, being configured to slide within the lumen of the tip housing, in an extended position with respect therewith is configured to disperse the medicinal agent toward the tissue. When the valve is in the retracted position with respect to the tip housing, the medicinal agent is vented away from the tissue. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130245577 | Method and Apparatus for Alcohol Administration and Therapeutic Treatments Using Same - The present invention provides a method and apparatus for the administration of alcohol to a person, and therapeutic treatments utilizing the method and apparatus. The invention provides an alcohol “patch” in the form of an adhesive patch or bandage-like structure bearing a quantity of alcohol for transdermal delivery to the user. Permeation enhancers, either chemical or structural, may be included to facilitate the penetration of the alcohol through the skin, and for increased efficacy of delivery of the alcohol to the bloodstream of the user. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130253450 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE TREATMENT OF LICE WITH A LIQUID SOLUTION - The present invention relates generally to the treatment and eradication of lice. More particularly, the present invention relates to a system and method for treatment and eradication of lice through the submersion of an infected area in a liquid solution. | 09-26-2013 |
| 20130261569 | Pulsatile Peri-Corneal Drug Delivery Device - The present invention is directed to a pulsatile ophthalmic peri-corneal drug delivery device. The device includes an annular body and a mechanism for releasing multiple separate and distinct doses of a therapeutic composition over an extended period of time. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130267915 | MEDICAL GRADE CLEANSING AND NUMBING AGENT COMBINATION PAD - A medical grade cleansing and numbing agent combination pad is disclosed. An example combination pad includes a pad impregnated with a cleansing agent and a numbing agent each in separate layers. Both the cleansing agent and the numbing agent are released through a same side of the pad without a user having to turn the pad over to apply both the cleansing agent and the numbing agent to a treatment area at substantially the same time. A barrier prevents the numbing agent from contacting the user during application to the treatment area. | 10-10-2013 |
| 20130274688 | REDUCED PRESSURE TREATMENT SYSTEM - A wound treatment appliance is provided for treating all or a portion of a wound. In some embodiments, the appliance comprises a cover or a flexible overlay that covers all or a portion of the wound for purposes of applying a reduced pressure to the covered portion of the wound. In other embodiments, the wound treatment appliance also includes a vacuum system to supply reduced pressure to the site of the wound in the volume under the cover or in the area under the flexible overlay. Methods are provided for using various embodiments of the invention. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130274689 | Method for Reducing or Preventing Transplant Rejection in the Eye and Intraocular Implants for Use Therefor - Methods for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye of an individual are described, comprising: a) performing an ocular transplant procedure; and b) implanting in the eye a bioerodible drug delivery system comprising an immunosuppressive agent and a bioerodible polymer. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130274690 | POWDER DELIVERY DEVICE - Provided is a device for the dispensing of powders of the type in which a generated gas flow entrains the powder to be dispensed and carries the powder from the device via a barrel. The barrel has a bore including a main portion with a continuous internal surface, and is characterized in that the length of the main portion is at least fifteen times its maximum internal diameter; and/or the internal bore of the main portion is tapered; and/or the barrel has an outwardly flared outlet portion. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130289499 | HAIR LOSS PREVENTION COMPOSITION AND METHOD - A composition of matter for preventing hair loss. An aqueous solution of sodium chloride and water in the range of 30-35.9 parts sodium chloride per 100 ml of water, applied to the scalp in a determined manner to prevent loss of hair. Hair on a scalp is portioned prior to application of the composition of matter. The scalp is massaged, and a polymeric cover positions over the scalp. A warmth generating cover positions over the polymeric cover to provide additional warmth on the scalp. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130289500 | REDUCED-PRESSURE TREATMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS EMPLOYING DEBRIDEMENT MECHANISMS - Reduced-pressure treatment systems and methods are disclosed that employ debridement mechanisms to remove unwanted tissue. In one instance, a reduced-pressure treatment system for treating a tissue site on a patient includes a manifold member for distributing reduced pressure to the tissue site, a support member for disposing proximate the tissue site and the manifold, and a debridement mechanism coupled to the support member. The debridement mechanism is for debriding the tissue site. The system further includes a sealing drape for placing over the tissue site and manifold member. The sealing drape is operable to form a fluid seal over the tissue site and manifold member. The system also includes a reduced-pressure subsystem for delivering a reduced pressure to the sealing drape. The system may further include a chemical-debridement subsystem. Other systems, manifolds, and methods, are disclosed. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130289501 | SKIN TREATMENT PROCESS AND DEVICE - The present invention is in the field skin treatment, in particular and deep pore cleansing and delivery of benefit agents deep inside the pores. The invention further relates to air-water jet devices for providing said skin treatment. Accordingly it is an object of the invention to provide for a device and process for deep pore skin cleansing, especially, a process for skin cleansing using reduced amounts of water. We have found that a skin cleaning device comprising an air-water jet, wherein the air and water are mixed outside the nozzle(s), provides improved cleansing of skin, including deep poor cleansing, with low usage of water. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130296811 | FLUID SPRAYING APPARATUSES, AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to fluid spraying apparatuses, and related systems and methods. The disclosed fluid spraying apparatuses may be used, for example, to spray a medically suitable fluid on a target region of a subject, such as for treating or removing tissue of the subject. In an embodiment, a fluid spraying apparatus includes a spray mechanism including at least one reservoir, and a spraying device operably coupled to the at least one reservoir which has an adjustable spray nozzle. The fluid spraying apparatus includes a distance sensor configured to sense information at least related to a distance to a target region of a subject and output one or more signals encoding the information, and control electrical circuitry operably coupled to the spray mechanism and the distance sensor. The control electrical circuitry is configured to activate the spray mechanism responsive to receiving the one or more signals. | 11-07-2013 |
| 20130296812 | FLUID SPRAYING APPARATUSES, AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to fluid spraying apparatuses, and related systems and methods. The disclosed fluid spraying apparatuses may be used, for example, to spray a medically suitable fluid on a target region of a living subject such as for treating or removing tissue. In an embodiment, a fluid spraying apparatus includes a target designation unit having a target sensor configured to sense a target region of a living subject, a spray mechanism, and a controller. The spray mechanism includes at least one reservoir configured to hold fluid, and a spraying device operably coupled to the at least one reservoir, the spraying device configured to spray the fluid in the at least one reservoir onto the target region. The controller includes control electrical circuitry operably coupled to the spray mechanism and the target designation unit, and configured to control the spray mechanism responsive to the target sensor sensing the target region. | 11-07-2013 |
| 20130310774 | THERAPEUTIC TAPE - In various embodiments, therapeutic tapes are provided. The therapeutic tapes can include a repeating pattern resembling a human fingerprint. The repeating pattern can provide improved therapeutic benefits when applied to a patient's skin. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130317456 | Transdermal Delivery Systems - Disclosed are bupivacaine transdermal delivery systems, and related methods. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20130317457 | Aqueous Pharmaceutical Composition Containing A Biologic Therapeutic Agent And Guanidine Or A Guanidine Derivative And An Injection Including The Composition - The present invention is directed to an aqueous pharmaceutical composition, particularly an aqueous ophthalmic composition, suitable as an injection, particularly an intravitreal injection. The composition includes a biologic therapeutic agent (e.g., an isolated monoclonal antibody that specifically binds to a C5 protein) that tends to raise the viscosity of the composition and a guanidine and/or guanidine derivative (e.g., L-arginine) that tends to lower the viscosity of the composition. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20130317458 | DRUG DELIVERY DEVICES FOR DELIVERY OF OCULAR THERAPEUTIC AGENTS - Drug delivery devices comprising a non-bioabsorbable polymer structure configured to support a composition comprising an active agent. The devices include a plurality of portions fused together and a recess configured to support the composition. At least one of the portions includes an impermeable polymer and at least one other portion includes a rate-limiting water-permeable polymer. The rate-limiting water-permeable polymer allows for transportation of the active agent to an exterior of the device. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20130317459 | WOUND AND THERAPY COMPRESS AND DRESSING - A dressing for treatment of a body part surface of a human or animal patient. The dressing includes a compress with a plurality of loose fill granules contained in an enclosure. The plurality of loose fill granules is configured to deliver moist heat. The dressing also includes antibacterial medication that is activated by the moist heat delivered from the compress and released toward the body part surface. The fill granules substantially retain at least one antimicrobial metal material therein and allow repeated absorption and dissipation of moisture to and from the fill granules. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20130338610 | PERCUTANEOUS APPLICATION SYSTEM - The invention relates to an application system for the transepidermal surface administration of medications, said system comprising a container ( | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130345648 | Insect Bite Itch Stopper - An insect-bite itch stopper is disclosed which has a pressure surface adapted for pressing directly onto an insect bite and an applicator for simultaneously or contemporaneously applying an anti-itch medication to the bite. | 12-26-2013 |
| 20140005614 | Apparatus and a method for hands free treatment of dry and/or discomforted eyes | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140005615 | External Preparation Kit | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140012212 | Sprayer - A sprayer which inhibits or prevents clogging from occurring in a nozzle when a liquid is ejected from the nozzle at least one liquid flow path through which a liquid passes, a gas flow path connectable to a source of gas and along which a gas passes for ejecting the liquid, a first liquid supply connected to the at least one liquid flow path, and a gas permeable film including a plurality of through holes disposed along at least a portion of a wall defining the at least one liquid flow path, the gas permeable film being impermeable to the liquid and permeable to the gas such that the gas introduced into the gas flow path flows through the gas permeable film and into the at least one liquid flow path, thereby atomizing the liquid. | 01-09-2014 |
| 20140018750 | METHOD AND DEVICE OR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY OF MAGNESIUM DIRECTLY TO THE NEUROMUSCULAR JUNCTION FOR THE TREATMENT OF MUSCLE CRAMPING - A method for treating muscle cramping (e.g., acute nocturnal) includes the steps of placing a transdermal delivery agent on skin above an affected muscle that is in spasm. The transdermal delivery agent includes a composition that includes a therapeutic amount of magnesium. Placement of the transdermal delivery agent on the skin results in transdermal delivery of the magnesium directly to the affected muscle that is in spasm, thereby providing therapeutic relief while limiting the delivery of the magnesium to the entire circulatory system (systemic effect). | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140025022 | DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM AND METHODS OF TREATING OPEN ANGLE GLAUCOMA AND OCULAR HYPERTENSION - A method of decreasing intraocular pressure (IOP) in an eye of a patient in need thereof includes implanting a first lacrimal implant through an upper punctum and into an upper lacrimal canaliculus of the eye of the patient. The method may further comprise implanting a second lacrimal implant through a lower punctum and into a lower lacrimal canaliculus of the eye of the patient, and releasing, on a sustained basis a therapeutically effective amount of an intraocular pressure-reducing therapeutic agent. | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140031766 | Intrascleral Drug Delivery Device and Associated Methods - The present invention provides methods and devices for delivering an active agent into the eye of a subject. In one aspect, for example, the present invention provides an ocular drug delivery device including a housing configured to couple to the eye of the subject and a corneal seal coupled to the housing and positioned in the housing to encircle the cornea during use to form a corneal region, where the housing extends outward from the corneal seal to form a scleral region, and where the scleral region being positioned over the eye's sclera during use. The device further includes an active agent reservoir coupled to the housing and positioned to release active agent into the scleral region and a pressure regulator coupled to the housing that is operable to introduce negative pressure between the housing and the eye. Thus the corneal seal is operable to fluidically isolate the corneal region from the scleral region in response to the negative pressure. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140031767 | DUAL CAP SYSTEM FOR CONTAINER-CLOSURES TO MAINTAIN TIP STERILITY DURING SHELF STORAGE - A container-closure system includes a container configured to hold a therapeutic liquid and having a dispensing tip configured to dispense a dose of the therapeutic liquid. A vented cap is configured to fit over at least a portion of the container including the dispensing tip and having one or more vents that allow air to pass into and out of a cavity defined between the vented cap and the dispensing tip. A second cap is configured to fit over at least a portion of the vented cap. A tamper evident seal is coupled to the second cap and one or both of the container and the vented cap. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140031768 | LIQUID DISPENSING CONTAINER - Disclosed is a container capable of dispensing a liquid contained in the container by drops while keeping the liquid in an uncontaminated state. Also disclosed is a method of dispensing a liquid by drops using the container, and a method of removing a stoma pouch flange using the container. The liquid storing container comprises a storage portion with a sealed periphery and a nozzle portion connected with the storage portion for dispensing a liquid contained in the storage portion by drops to the outside. The container has an enclosed inner space. Liquid is dispensed by drops by peeling apart a sealed nozzle tip portion that is oriented toward the tip of the nozzle portion to form a drop dispensing opening. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140039420 | Dr. Courtney Henderson's Cure for HIV of the Soul - A Life-Saving Innovation which utilizes Mind controls/Voice activated Satellite Technology to cure HIV disease of the Soul. Body Scans before and after the process demonstrated that Souls/Agents were cured of HIV The Souls should be a Visible Image. The Satellite—Transforms the Soul into an Invisible Image; performs a series of three Aromatizations; mobilizes materials such as water and a specialized washing solution for the procedure; rinses the Soul with water for two minutes; washes the Soul for three minutes; rinses the Soul for three minutes; performs a series of three Materializations; transforms the Soul into a Visible Image; drys the Soul with heated air at a low velocity for further disinfection. The invention is ten minutes in duration and is usually curative in two treatments; once per consecutive day. Can be performed anywhere in the world. This invention is a “Must-Have.” | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140039421 | Method for Treating Poison Ivy and Similar Poison Plant Induced Rashes - A method for treating poison ivy and similar poison plant induced rashes utilizes a sealed pouch containing a mixture of anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-oxidant property ingredients. The pouch is placed in a container filled with boiling water. The ingredients in the pouch permeate through the water. A metal applicator has a spoon-shaped section with a curved lower surface and a handle. The spoon-shaped section is inserted into the boiled herbal water mixture. The bottom surface of the curved lower surface of the spoon-shaped section is then momentarily placed on the pustule or red bump of the poison ivy. The applicator is then lifted up away from the area. Usually two or three touches with the applicator on the effected area will completely remove the itching and the itching and pustule will be entirely eliminated within twenty-four to forty-eight hours. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140046273 | ANTIBIOTIC DELIVERY SYSTEM AND METHOD - The invention provides a system and method for delivering antibiotic powder to a surgical wound that reduces the likelihood of contamination. A pre-packaged, sterile antibiotic powder delivery system comprises a container; a measured dosage of an antibiotic powder disposed within the container; and a sieve top attached to the top of the container, wherein the container and sieve top are sealed as a unit in a sterile packaging. To use the delivery system in the sterile surgery or operating room environment, the delivery system is removed from the sterile packaging. The delivery system is shaken over the surgical wound for a reasonable amount of time to cover the entire wound, avoid surgeon fatigue at the end of surgery, and avoid prolonging the total time the wound is open. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140046274 | PIROXICAM-CONTAINING MATRIX PATCHES AND METHODS FOR THE TOPICAL TREATMENT OF ACUTE AND CHRONIC PAIN AND INFLAMMATION THEREWITH - This invention relates to matrix patches for the topical (i.e., transdermal) delivery of piroxicam and methods for the treatment of acute and chronic pain and inflammation therewith, particularly pain and inflammation caused by sports injuries or other muscle aches or injuries requiring the application of analgesic and/or anti-inflammation medication, in this instance, piroxicam. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140046275 | Method for Treating Overactive Bladders and a Device for Storage and Administration of Topical Oxybutynin Compositions - The invention relates to a method for treating overactive bladders and a device for storing and administering non-occluded oxybutynin topical compositions. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140046276 | WOUND CARE PRODUCT - The present invention pertains to use of sodium diacetate (NaHAc | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140052080 | Disposable and portable garment for treating hands or feet - The present invention is a disposable garment, such as a glove, a sock, or a shoe, for treating foot or hand inflammation or disease. In a preferred embodiment, the garment comprises a flexible outer cover that is nonporous and an inner layer closely adhered to the inside of the outer cover. The outer cover may preferably have a flexible closure at the level of the ankle or wrist, arranged such that liquids will be retained therein. The inner layer serves as a reservoir for a selected therapeutic product, and preferably comprises a bladder. Preferably, the bladder has a perforation, and may be disposed within the inner layer in a position allowing a user to apply pressure to bladder with his foot or hand. A therapeutic product in liquid form is stored within the reservoir, and is released upon application of pressure by the user's foot or hand. | 02-20-2014 |
| 20140058339 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SELF-DOSING AND SELF-ADMINISTERING PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS - A method for self-dosing and self-administering a pharmaceutical or a cosmetic composition is provided. The method utilizes a three-dimensional dispensing device configured for receiving the composition. The dispensing device includes a bottom element having an inner surface and an outer surface and two side elements integrated with the bottom element, each side element being set at an angle to the bottom element. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140058340 | Eyelid Margin Wipes Comprising Chemical Means For Temperature Adjustment - An eyelid margin wipe comprising chemical means for adjusting the temperature of the wipe relative to the ambient temperature. The wipe is particularly useful for treatment of disorders of the eyelid or eyelid margin such as meibomian gland dysfunction. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140058341 | VISUALLY ALIGNING DISPENSING UNIT - Dispensing units and methods for using dispensing units to apply eye drops to an eye of a user are disclosed. A dispensing unit may include a dispensing barrel having a dispensing orifice and one or more concentric rings. A particular dispensing unit has one concentric ring that is disposed around the circumference of the dispensing barrel and is configured to permit a user to properly visually align the dispensing barrel above an eye of the user. An alternate dispensing unit has first and second rings disposed around a circumference of the dispensing barrel that are configured to permit a user to properly visually align the dispensing barrel above an eye of the user by one or more of color mixing or polarization techniques. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140081221 | ANTISEPTIC APPICATOR HAVING HYDROPHOBIC FOAM FOR USE WITH ANTISEPTIC SOLUTIONS - An applicator having a hydrophobic foam that is suitable for use with antiseptic solutions may be a hydrophobic polyurethane foam that does not reduce the amount of active ingredient in the solution as it passes through the foam so that it can be applied to the skin. The foam may be used to deliver antiseptics solutions such as octenidine salts, chlorhexidine salts, or any cationic molecule to the skin. The solution may include alcohol solution. The foam may be attached to an applicator containing an antiseptic solution, or it may be used in conjunction with an unattached antiseptic solution reservoir. The foam also allows the solution to wick into the foam and fully saturate the foam without dripping or channeling. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140081222 | ANTISEPTIC APPICATOR HAVING HYDROPHILIC FOAM FOR USE WITH ANTISEPTIC SOLUTIONS - An applicator having a hydrophilic foam that is suitable for use with antiseptic solutions may be a hydrophilic polyurethane foam that does not reduce the amount of active ingredient in the solution as it passes through the foam so that it can be applied to the skin. The foam may be used to deliver antiseptics solutions such as octenidine salts, chlorhexidine salts, or any cationic molecule to the skin. The foam may be attached to an applicator containing an antiseptic solution, or it may be used in conjunction with an unattached antiseptic solution reservoir. The foam also allows the solution to wick into the foam and fully saturate the foam without dripping or channeling. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140088520 | MICRO TOOTHED CAP DEVICE WITH A CAVITY TO PENETRATE THROUGH A HAIR WEAVE TO THE SCALP - A micro toothed cap device with a cavity can penetrate through a hair weave to exfoliate and stimulate the scalp. The device can be used to apply medicated products directly into the hard-to-reach areas under a hair weave to easily access the scalp. The device is small enough to penetrate to the undergrowth under the plaits, cornrows and wefts, allowing the scalp to be exfoliated, cleansed and treated properly without shifting the weft out of place. | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140088521 | Wound Treatment Device Employing Negative Pressure - The present invention provides a device for wound treatment, comprising a chamber that includes an inner surface and defines a treatment space, the chamber being made of a flexible, impermeable material. The device further includes a plurality of structures configured to exert mechanical stress on a wound, the plurality of structures intruding from the inner surface of the chamber into the treatment space. The device further includes a tube having a first end connected to the chamber, the tube being in fluid communication with the treatment space so as to enable at least one selected from the group of applying negative pressure to the treatment space and applying a therapeutic agent. | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140088522 | METHOD OF TREATING THE SCALP - The present invention relates to a method of treating the scalp, the method comprising the following steps: •applying a composition to the scalp, the composition including at least one active ingredient selected from: •anti-dandruff agents; •anti-seborrheic agents; •soothing or anti-irritant agents; •exfoliating agents; and •anti-hairloss agents; and •moisturizing agents; and •performing a massage of the scalp by means of a motor-driven massage device ( | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140094759 | EYE DROP APPLICATOR AND DROP TRANSFER METHOD - A handheld applicator designed to transfer a liquid drop of ophthalmic medicament into a human eye. The basic structure comprises a finger grip section and a drop retainer section, preferably connected to the grip section with an extension. The device is made from an elastomeric material that will allow for the safe transfer of a liquid drop into the eye. A drop dispensed from a container is placed onto the drop retainer section of the device where the surface tension provides drop adhesion. The user may administer the drop, without having to tilt the head, while maintaining an eyeglass assisted view into a mirror. Application of the drop occurs from the peripheral line of vision. When contact is made to the eye, surface tension is relieved and the drop safely transfers into the eye. The same applicator may have a drop retainer section with a different structure on each side. | 04-03-2014 |
| 20140100535 | APPLICATOR FOR A PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A hand-held applicator is defined for applying a viscous product, such as a pharmaceutical product to the skin. The applicator includes a substrate with a flat face defining multiple dosing areas of the product. The product can be dispensed from a tube in a first area for a first recommended dosage and in combination in a first area and a second area for a second recommended dosage. Once the desired dosage is dispensed, the applicator is used to apply to product to an affected area of the skin. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140107595 | WOUND TREATMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD - An apparatus and method for aspirating, irrigating and/or cleansing wounds is provided. The apparatus and method include one or more of the following: simultaneous aspiration and irrigation of the wound, supplying of thermal energy to fluid circulated through the wound; supplying physiologically active agents to the wound; a biodegradable scaffold in contact with the wound bed; and application of stress or flow stress to the wound bed. | 04-17-2014 |
| 20140107596 | LOTION DISTRIBUTION DEVICE - A lotion distribution device is configured to apply lotion to a back area that is unreachable by human hands. The lotion distribution device includes an applicator twisted and tied to form a left loop and a right loop. The applicator has a porous property that enables the applicator to store the lotion. The human hands can hold the left loop and the right loop to apply the applicator and thus the lotion to the back area. | 04-17-2014 |
| 20140114261 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DISPENSING A LIQUID FROM A COLLAPSIBLE CONTAINER - A method and device for dispensing a liquid from a tip includes a support structure, a cartridge, and a drive unit. The support structure is adapted for supporting a collapsible container having a connector end and a closed end. The support structure includes a liquid passage adapted for fluid communication with the collapsible container for selectively discharging the liquid. The cartridge includes an actuator selectively movable from a first position to the second position via the operatively connected drive unit. At least a portion of the actuator moves toward the connector end when moving from the first position to the second position. The actuator is adapted for gradually compressing the collapsible container from the closed end toward the connector end in order to discharge liquid droplets. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140121610 | Garment and Method Used to Provide Hydration and Elasticity to the Skin of Abdomen Area - A garment used to provide hydration and elasticity to the skin of the abdomen area is disclosed. The garment comprises a detachable front panel configured to encase and secure to the abdomen area. The front panel comprises an inner layer and an outer layer each having an interior side and an exterior side. The exterior side of the inner layer is contiguous to the interior side of the outer layer. The inner layer comprises a gelatinous material comprising proteins. In one embodiment, the interior side of the inner layer comprises a self-adhesive edge which secures the front panel to the abdomen area. In another embodiment, the garment comprises a back strap which secures the front panel to the abdomen area at a first and second region. In one embodiment, the front panel may comprise a single layer having an interior side and an exterior side, wherein the interior side may be lined with gelatinous material or may be pretreated with micro particles and/or micro capsules comprising vitamins and ingredients having skin nourishing and skin regenerative qualities. A method used to provide hydration and elasticity to the skin of the abdomen area is also disclosed. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140128821 | LIQUID OPTICAL INTERFACE FOR LASER EYE SURGERY SYSTEM - Apparatus to treat an eye comprises an annular retention structure to couple to an anterior surface of the eye. The retention structure is coupled to a suction line to couple the retention structure to the eye with suction. A coupling sensor is coupled to the retention structure or the suction line to determine coupling of the retention structure to the eye. A fluid collecting container can be coupled to the retention structure to receive and collect liquid or viscous material from the retention structure. A fluid stop comprising a porous structure can be coupled to an outlet of the fluid collecting container to inhibit passage of the liquid or viscous material when the container has received an amount of the liquid or viscous material. The coupling sensor can be coupled upstream of the porous structure to provide a rapid measurement of the coupling of the retention structure to the eye. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140142522 | MOIST DRESSING WITH HONEYCOMB PATTERN AND DRAIN CHANNELS - A bandage includes a generally planar substrate having a first surface and a second surface opposed from the first surface. A first matrix extends outwardly from the first surface. The first matrix has a first plurality of reservoirs. A second matrix extends outwardly from the first surface. The second matrix has a second plurality of reservoirs. The second matrix is separated from the first matrix by a drain channel. A method of treating a wound using the bandage is also disclosed. | 05-22-2014 |
| 20140155841 | MEDICATION ADHERENCE REMINDER DEVICE - The present invention provides a device for tracking medical dosage schedules. The device includes a generally tubular device that has an inner surface and an outer surface, wherein the outer surface includes visual indicia related to dosing of medication wherein the device is configured to be positioned around a container of the medication. By positioning the device relative to the container, the user can determine which dose has been administered and which dose is next to be administered. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140163483 | Method and System for Modulating Neural Activity in a Limb - Methods and related systems for modulating neural activity by cyclically blocking conduction in peripheral neural structures are disclosed. In an aspect, neural activity is blocked cyclically with a blocking stimulus source positioned adjacent a skin surface in a vicinity of a nerve. Neural modulation may be used, for example, to modulate an immune or inflammatory response or process. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140171884 | Eye dropper alignment apparatus and method for using same - The present application discloses a new and novel system and apparatus for improving the accuracy with which a person may apply eye drops to their own eye. The apparatus holds a bottle of eye drops at a fixed and certain distance above the eye, beside the nose, and below the forehead brow such that the user may easily apply eye drops consistently to one particular portion of their own eye. The apparatus sits on the nasion of the nose using a nasal bridge device and also rests on two pillars that are placed on the user's forehead. Used in such a manner, the apparatus facilitates one-handed eye drop application, facilitates both non-visual alignment and oblique alignment, and reduces reflective blinking. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140171885 | DRUG DELIVERY DEVICES AND METHODS - This disclosure relates generally to methods and devices for use in treating eye conditions with implantable drug delivery devices. One method includes introducing an implant into the suprachoroidal space, wherein the interior volume of the implant is plugged with a drug-release material comprising at least one active agent that elutes through at least one opening in the implant, wherein the drug-release material degrades from the interior volume of the implant over a period time. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140180223 | TRANSPARENT TRANSDERMAL NICOTINE DELIVERY DEVICES - A transparent transdermal delivery device for delivering nicotine which has an Opacity Index of less than 48.6%. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140180224 | COMPOSITION, DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DELAYED AND SUSTAINED RELEASE OF BRAIN ENERGY MOLECULES - The present invention relates to compositions, devices and methods of delayed and sustained release of energy molecules for brain function to treat nocturnal hypoglycemia. The composition comprises an energy molecule required for human brain function; wherein the release of the energy molecule is delayed and then sustained over a period of time. The device is a transdermal delivery device comprising a reservoir layer containing the composition and a skin permeation enhancer formulation, an adhesive layer, a backing layer and a release liner. The method comprises administering the composition either orally or through the transdermal delivery device to a subject in need thereof immediately prior to going to sleep. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140188056 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY OF NON-STEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS - Compositions for the transdermal delivery of NSAIDs in a flexible, finite form are described. The compositions comprise a polymer matrix that includes an NSAID and a polymer matrix comprising a blend of silicone and acrylic polymers. A flexible, occlusive backing material also is disclosed. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140194834 | Auto-Regulation System for Intraocular Pressure - A device and system for controlling pressure via fluid exchange in the body is presented. The device and system may be used to control intraocular eye pressure. The system is comprised of four main components: a cannula, a sensor, a controller and a pump. The system works to engage in a fluid exchange which slowly increases/decreases intraocular pressure until a desired level is reached. Once the desired level is reached, the intraocular pressure is held steady and any external pressure perturbations are removed. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140200525 | BIOSYNCHRONOUS TRANSDERMAL DRUG DELIVERY - Systems and methods for synchronizing the administration of compounds with the human body's natural circadian rhythms and addiction rhythms to counteract symptoms when they are likely to be at their worst by using an automated and pre programmable transdermal or other drug administration system. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140200526 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF STIMULATION AND ACTIVATION OF FLUIDS FOR USE WITH INSTILLATION THERAPY - Systems and methods of stimulating or activating fluids for use in wound treatment systems. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140207088 | MOXIBUSTION THERAPY DEVICE AND METHOD OF USING THEREOF - This invention is directed to a moxibustion therapy device and its use. The moxibustion therapy device comprises a housing, an integrated electric circuit board inside the housing, a power supply module, and a heating module. A protruding portion on one side of the housing is covered with a metal mesh cover. The integrated electric circuit board, the power supply module, and the heating module are connected to one another. The heating module is tightly pressed against one side of the metal mesh cover. Users can use the moxibustion therapy device at anytime anywhere without others' assistance. The moxibustion therapy device can help people expel cold and dampness and relieve pain. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140243762 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WOUND PROTECTION AND EXUDATE MANAGEMENT - The present invention provides systems and methods for protecting a wound and managing exudate released from the wound comprising a dressing having a support cushion for surrounding the wound and periwound region; a wicking strip for application in the periwound region between the support cushion and the wound; and a reservoir for application over the wicking strip, the wicking strip configured to transfer exudate from the wound to the reservoir, where the exudate is sequestered. Various alternative embodiments are described in which the wicking strip may be custom-fit to approximate an irregular wound margin, to apply a preferred pressure gradient to the periwound regions, to periodically apply fluids to the wound bed or to apply negative pressure wound therapy. Methods of applying the dressing also are provided. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140249490 | Methods for Prevention and/or Treatment of Capsular Contracture - Methods for prevention or treatment of capsular contracture following surgical implants and other fibrosis related conditions comprising applying a topical composition comprising a pharmaceutically acceptable keratolytic, a pharmaceutically acceptable protein denaturant, a hydrating agent, and combinations thereof are disclosed. | 09-04-2014 |
| 20140249491 | Method and System for Performing Remote Treatment and Monitoring - The disclosure relates to medical databases, remote monitoring, diagnosis and treatment systems and methods. In one particular embodiment, a system for remote monitoring, diagnosis, or treatment of eye conditions, disorders and diseases is provided. This method generally includes administering a stream of droplets to the eye of a subject from an ejector device, and storing data related to the administration in a memory of the ejector device. The data may then be monitored and analyzed. | 09-04-2014 |
| 20140257204 | APPARATUS FOR RECONSTITUTING AND DISPENSING DRUGS FOR TOPICAL APPLICATION - Apparatus and methods for reconstituting and/or removing lyophilized and/or vialed drugs for topical application includes a syringe having a removable plunger. A vial extraction adapter can interconnect the syringe and a vial, allowing a user to transfer a reconstituting solution from the syringe to the vial. After appropriate mixing, the user can then easily remove the reconstituted drug solution from the vial into the syringe. A cap can then be placed on that end of the syringe and the plunger of the syringe can be removed. An application adapter can be placed over the opening from which the plunger was removed. A cap of the application adapter can cover an applicator end that can be used to apply the liquid drug substance from the syringe. The cap of the application adapter can be replaced and any unused drug produced can be stored until needed again. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140257205 | SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES FOR EYE MOISTURIZING DURING OCULAR SURGERY - Various systems and techniques may be used for moisturizing an eye during ocular surgery. In particular implementations, a system and a technique for moisturizing an eye may include the ability to determine whether an eye should be moisturized during ocular surgery and to activate a fluid control device if an eye should be moisturized. The activation of the fluid control device may allow fluid flow from a fluid reservoir to a fluid nozzle coupled to a nozzle mounting device adapted to hold the fluid nozzle stable relative to a patient's eye. The system and the technique may also include the ability to deactivate the fluid control device. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140257206 | PORTABLE MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING SYSTEM FOR EYE DROP MEDICATION REGIMENT - Systems and methods for medication management are provided. Some embodiments provide for a portable medication management and monitoring system for eye drop instillation in ocular chronic conditions. At least one embodiment includes a device having one or more of the following elements: (a) a jacket that goes around an eye drop bottle; (b) tactile sensors to detect the user's fingers and generate data to activate the system; (c) motion sensors to detect the motion of the medication bottle when it is grabbed and moved by the user; (d) a wireless communication module to send and receive data to a computer and portable communication devices; and/or (e) a compartment for holding the electronic components. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140276475 | Bandage - An improved band-aid or bandage comprises a dry or dried medicament or medicinal substance in a gauze pad, medical dressing, or pouch. The gauze pad, medical dressing, or pouch is attached to a person's body with an attachment means that has an aperture therethrough, the aperture located adjacent the gauze pad, medical dressing, or pouch. A user can attach the band-aid or bandage to a body and then pass water or another liquid through the aperture to wet the dry or dried medicament or medicinal substance. Once wetted, the medicament or medicinal substance can then suffuse out of the gauze pad, medical dressing, or pouch and onto the part of the body to which it is adjacent, thereby obtaining a desired effect on the body. A method of delivering a medicament or medicinal substance comprises the steps of disposing a dry or dried medicament or medicinal substance in a gauze pad, medical dressing, or pouch; affixing the gauze pad, medical dressing, or pouch to an attachment means for attaching it to a body; attaching the gauze pad, medical dressing, or pouch to a body; and wetting the pouch with an amount of liquid sufficient to wet the dry or dried medicament or medicinal substance. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140276476 | PORTABLE MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING SYSTEM FOR EYE DROP MEDICATION REGIMENT - Systems and methods for medication management are provided. Some embodiments provide for a portable medication management and monitoring system for eye drop instillation in ocular chronic conditions. At least one embodiment includes a device having one or more of the following elements: (a) a jacket that goes around an eye drop bottle; (b) tactile sensors to detect the user's fingers and generate data to activate the system; (c) motion sensors to detect the motion of the medication bottle when it is grabbed and moved by the user; (d) a wireless communication module to send and receive data to a computer and portable communication devices; and/or (e) a compartment for holding the electronic components. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140276477 | METHOD OF TREATING INFECTIONS, DISEASES OR DISORDERS OF NAIL UNIT - Methods for the subungual treatment of diseases or disorders of the nail unit including infections, especially fungal infections, and nail psoriasis involving the toenails and fingernails are described. The methods provide a technique for placement of a drug-containing composition subungually with reduced risk of hematoma formation and improved patient comfort. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140276478 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY OF TERTIARY AMINE DRUGS - Described are transdermal drug delivery systems for the transdermal administration of tertiary amine drugs, such as rivastigmine, fentanyl or rotigotine, comprising a polymer matrix comprising a free base form of the drug and at least one carboxyl group-containing compound. In some embodiments, the systems include a rate-controlling membrane and a skin-contacting face adhesive apart from the polymer matrix. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140276479 | TRANSDERMAL DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM WITH OVERLAY - Transdermal drug delivery systems comprising a drug-containing layer, a backing layer, and an occlusive overlay layer extending beyond the perimeter of the backing layer by 3 to 6 mm in all directions are described. The systems achieve increased drug delivery over an extended time period. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140276480 | BIOMOLECULAR WEARABLE APPARATUS - This invention relates to an apparatus that regulates thermodynamic energy-flow within a human body for producing beneficial effects such as, for example, improvement in strength, improvement in stamina, pain relief, etc. According to one embodiment, the invention provides a wearable apparatus that may include biomolecular components for building-up of a thermomagnetic energy within the human body. According to another embodiment, the invention provides a wearable apparatus that may include biomolecular components for dilution of a thermomagnetic energy within the human body. According to yet another embodiment, the invention provides a wearable apparatus that may include biomolecular components having orthomolecular and/or non-orthomolecular organic materials which are capable of thermomagnetic levororotary action and/or thermomagnetic dextrorotatory action. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140288515 | MICROPATTERNED TEXTILE FOR FLUID TRANSPORT - This invention includes the implementation of several unconventional droplet manipulations on a superhydrophobic-patterned surface microfluidic platform, which may be applied to automated biological analyses and point-of-care diagnostic applications. | 09-25-2014 |
| 20140288516 | ABSCESS IRRIGATION SYSTEMS - An irrigator system for delivering a volume of fluid from a fluid source to an abscess or wound. The irrigator system includes a fluid source connector for removably connecting to the fluid source, a fluid receiver for receiving the fluid from the fluid source, a fluid delivery nozzle for delivering the fluid to the abscess or wound, and a shield removably positioned around the fluid delivery nozzle to protect the fluid delivery nozzle. | 09-25-2014 |
| 20140296801 | UNIT DOSE BREAKABLE VIAL WITH INTEGRATED BRUSH APPLICATOR - A disposable sterile breakable vial includes a handle section and a vial section which are completely separable in response to a manually applied separation force. The vial section includes a sterile void dimensioned to contain a unit dose of a sterile therapeutic topical agent. An elongated member comprises a proximal portion supported by the handle section and a distal portion provided with a sterile applicator element, such as a brush. At least the applicator element is completely enclosed within the vial section with the applicator element immersed within the therapeutic topical agent. A hermetic seal between the handle and vial sections maintains sterility of at least the vial section prior to handle and vial section separation. Complete separation of the handle section and the vial section exposes the elongated member and the applicator element for topical application of the therapeutic agent saturating the applicator element. | 10-02-2014 |
| 20140303571 | TITRATABLE DOSAGE TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a titratable dosage transdermal delivery system for systemic delivery of a therapeutic agent or drug. The system comprises a plurality of patch units that are connected along one or more borders. The plurality of patch units are divisible into units along the one or more borders having one or more lines of separation. Each patch unit is surrounded by a border. The therapeutic patch has at least a backing layer and a therapeutic agent comprising layer. The dosage of therapeutic agent delivered to a patient is proportional to the number of patch unit applied per treatment. The system enables systemic administration of a titratable dosage of therapeutic agent, adjustable by the patient under the direction of a physician, through the skin or mucosa. Moreover, the invention relates to a method of making the titratable dosage transdermal delivery system. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method of providing a titratable amount of therapeutic agent to a patient using the transdermal delivery system of the invention. | 10-09-2014 |
| 20140303572 | Weight Reduction System and Method - A method of topically applying natural plant product for dissipation of human adipose tissue, comprising: (a) topically applying an inner portion of a natural plant product to an epidermal layer exterior to adipose tissue to be dissipated of a user's body for a period of time, upon which a percentage of the adipose tissue softens and dissolves, thus, reducing the adipose tissue of the user's body; (b) removing the topically applied inner portion of the natural plant product from the epidermal layer for another period of time; (c) repeating steps (a) and (b); and weight reduction apparatus comprising a topical applicator having a receiving container adapted to removably receive a natural plant product and having an opening or a porous wall adapted to facilitate pulp, juices, and/or extracts of the natural plant product to contact a user's epidermal layer exterior to the adipose tissue to be dissipated. | 10-09-2014 |
| 20140316352 | MEDICAL SKIN APPLICATOR APPARATUS - The present invention relates to a fluid applicator apparatus and methods of using the apparatus. In particular, the present invention relates to an apparatus for storing and dispensing solutions (e.g., fluid solutions of any kind) (e.g., liquid medicaments and/or sterilization solutions) to a surface of a subject. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140316353 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE FOR APPLICATION TO HUMAN OR ANIMAL SKIN SURFACES - The invention relates to an absorbent article for application to human or animal skin surfaces in the region of wounds, consisting of an outer covering ( | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140316354 | MULTILAYERED TRANSMUCOSAL THERAPEUTIC SYSTEM - A film-shaped therapeutic system comprising at least two layers connected with each other, for transmucosal administration of active substances. The system has a layer which is mucoadhesive in an aqueous environment and a mono-layered or multi-layered backing layer. At least one of these layers contains an active substance. The mucoadhesive layer is capable of swelling in an aqueous media, but is insoluble or only poorly soluble in an aqueous media. A process for treating a patient by medicinal therapy or prophylaxis by the film-shaped therapeutic system is also provided. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140323993 | APPLICATOR - An applicator for topically applying a semi-solid medicament comprises an applicator head having an applicator face for spreading medicament across the skin; a sealable aperture on the applicator face; and a drive mechanism for forcing medicament out through the aperture. The applicator head includes a cartridge port at the rear of the applicator face for receiving a dispensing end of a cartridge charged with medicament. The drive mechanism comprises a dial knob rotatable around a longitudinal axis of the applicator for advancing a piston along a drive member towards the applicator head to force medicament from the cartridge and thereby dispense a predetermined dose of medicament onto the applicator face. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140323994 | TRANSDERMAL THERAPEUTIC SYSTEM FOR 5-AMINOLEVULINIC ACID HYDROCHLORIDE - The invention relates to a transdermal therapeutic system, comprising a back layer that is impermeable to an active ingredient, a polymer matrix containing the active ingredient, and a protective layer that can be pulled off, wherein 5-aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride is used as the active ingredient and the basic polymer of the polymer matrix is an adhesive polyacrylate. Said transdermal therapeutic system is suitable for diagnosing and treating preliminary stages of skin cancer, such as actinic keratosis, and oncological skin diseases. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140323995 | Targeted Drug Delivery Devices and Methods - This disclosure relates generally to methods and devices for use in treating eye conditions. In some embodiments, a site-specific therapeutic agent is mixed with a releasing agent with a dual syringe apparatus in order to achieve homogeneity. Once mixed, the site-specific therapeutic agent and releasing agent can be either dispensed directly within an area of the eye or within an implant. The implant can be at least partially filled with the site-specific therapeutic agent and releasing agent either prior to or after implantation into the eye. Some ratios of site-specific therapeutic agents to releasing agents are disclosed which provide various releasing profiles of the site-specific therapeutic agent within the eye. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140330221 | Hemostatic device and method - A hemostatic tablet preferably including potassium ferrate and a cation ion exchange resin pressure formed into a tablet for delivery to a bleeding wound. The tablet improves the rate of adhesion to a bleeding wound surface, and allows a significantly greater and more uniform pressure to be exerted by manual compression of the tablet on the wound site, as compared to that of a thin layer of scattered hemostatic powder. After the seal is formed from the interaction of blood or exudates with the immediate contacting surface of the tablet, the bulk of the unused tablet easily delaminates from the seal making clean up facile. If the unused portion of the tablet is not removed from the wound site, a reservoir of hemostatic dressing stops further bleeding and to provide antimicrobial protection and healing. The tablet may be applied to any surface orientation and take any shape and thickness possible. | 11-06-2014 |
| 20140330222 | WOUND AND THERAPY COMPRESS AND DRESSING - An article for therapy and treatment of at least one eye. The article includes a backing for application to the at least one eye. The backing includes at least one receiver positioned to align with the at least one eye. The article also includes at least one pod that is detachably secured within the at least one receiver. The at least one pod includes material for delivering therapy and treatment to the at least one eye. | 11-06-2014 |
| 20140330223 | TRANSDERMAL THERAPEUTIC SYSTEM FOR ADMINISTERING FENTANYL OR AN ANALOGUE THEREOF - According to the invention a transdermal therapeutic system for administering fentanyl or an analogue thereof through the skin is provided that has a pressure-sensitive adhesive matrix layer containing a mixture of two polyisobutylenes with specific storage moduli. | 11-06-2014 |
| 20140343514 | COMPOSITIONS WITH REACTIVE INGREDIENTS, AND WOUND DRESSINGS, APPARATUSES, AND METHODS - Wound dressings and wound inserts comprising substantially dry reactive agents, methods of forming wound inserts comprising dry reactive agents, and wound-treatment methods. | 11-20-2014 |
| 20140350490 | EYE DROP DEVICE - An eye drop device and a method of applying eye drops to the eye are disclosed herein. An exemplary embodiment of the device contains a main housing having an interior and exterior with a top opening sized to surround the eye and a bottom opening sized to accept the tip of an eye drop vial. The device also preferably contains a cavity for accepting the battery and an LED positioned within the interior of the main housing. A switch may be used to energize the LED. The method includes the steps of attaching an eye drop vial to the main housing, positioning the device over the eye, energizing the LED, and applying the eye drops. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140358094 | COMPOSITION, THE NANO-EMULSION AND TRANSDERMAL PATCH, METHODS OF PREPARATION AND USE THEREOF FOR TREATING TRAUMATIC INJURIES - The present invention is a herbal composition and method of preparing thereof. The herbal composition comprising extracts of Carthami Flos (CF), Dipsaci Radix (DR), Notoginseng Rhizoma (NR) and Rhei Rhizoma (RR). The present invention also relates to an oil-in-water or water-in-oil type nano-emulsion and method of preparing thereof. The nano-emulsion comprises an aqueous phase, an organic phase and a surfactant, wherein said aqueous phase comprises hydrophilic extract of herbal materials and said organic phase comprises hydrophobic extract of said herbal materials. The present invention also relates to a transdermal patch comprises said nano-emulsion. The herbal composition of the present invention is useful in treating traumatic injuries, in particular bone injuries. The present nano-emulsion and patch thereof can promote skin absorption of active ingredients in herb, thereby increasing the herb's bioavailability and efficacy in therapy. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140364816 | MEDICAL SPRAYING DEVICE WITH NOZZLE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SPRAY CONE - A medical spraying device and method, for irrigating a wound, having a liquid reservoir for a medical irrigation liquid or a connection for such a liquid reservoir and an arrangement for applying pressure to the medical irrigation liquid, such that the irrigation liquid is pushable through a nozzle by the pressure acting on the irrigation liquid in order to produce a spray cone. The nozzle has a plurality of openings, which are arranged at an angle to one another in such a way that the irrigation liquid jets exiting from the openings, at a such flow rate and angle, meet in an atomisation space and/or a discharge opening of the nozzle; thus, a spray cone is produced from the atomised irrigation liquid. | 12-11-2014 |
| 20140364817 | MEDICAL SPRAYING DEVICE WITH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SPRAY CONE - A medical spraying device and for irrigating a wound, in particular lavage system, have a liquid reservoir for a medical irrigation liquid or a connection for such a liquid reservoir and a compressed gas reservoir. The compressed gas reservoir is connected or connectable via a pressure line to the liquid reservoir, such that the irrigation liquid can be pushed by the gas pressure of the compressed gas reservoir acting on the irrigation liquid through a nozzle in order to produce a spray cone. At least one pressure relief valve is arranged in the wall of the pressure line and opens outwardly and closes the pressure line in accordance with the gas pressure from the compressed gas reservoir. | 12-11-2014 |
| 20140364818 | MEDICAL SPRAYING DEVICE WITH PRESSURE REDUCTION VALVE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SPRAY CONE - A medical spraying device and method for irrigating a wound, in particular lavage system, having a liquid reservoir for a medical irrigation liquid or a connection for such a liquid reservoir, and a compressed gas reservoir. The compressed gas reservoir is connected or connectable via a pressure line to the liquid reservoir, such that the irrigation liquid can be pushed by the gas pressure of the compressed gas reservoir acting on the irrigation liquid through a nozzle in order to produce a spray cone. A pressure reduction valve is arranged in the pressure line and limits the gas pressure acting in the liquid reservoir on the irrigation liquid. The device and method produce a spray cone of a medical irrigation liquid in which a gas pressure is limited using a pressure reduction valve, wherein the gas pressure limited by the pressure reduction valve is conveyed through a pressure line to a liquid reservoir of the medical irrigation liquid. The irrigation liquid is pushed out from the liquid reservoir through a nozzle by means of the gas pressure, wherein the spray cone is produced in that the irrigation liquid flows through the nozzle. | 12-11-2014 |
| 20140364819 | NANO-ENHANCED WOUND DRESSING - The present disclosure relates to a dermal drug delivery platform comprising: a primary wound dressing comprising three-dimensional polymer protuberances that extend upward from the dressing surface to engage the wound. The protuberances comprise at least one biocompatible and/or biodegradable polymer and medicinal nanoparticles. In one embodiment, the medicinal nanoparticles may be metallic and provide surface-area-enhanced galvanic action to drive medicinal ions into the wound bed. Various methods of making the disclosed dermal drug delivery platform, as well as three-dimensional methods of treating a wound using the platform are also disclosed. | 12-11-2014 |
| 20140371688 | OPHTHALMIC DEVICE TO GUIDE AND AID THE USE OF AN EYE DROP DISPENSER - The present invention relates to an ophthalmic device designed to ease the use of eye drop dispensers. It is one ophthalmic device but can be thought of as consisting of two parts: the nose bridge ( | 12-18-2014 |
| 20140371689 | METHOD FOR DISPENSING OPHTHALMIC FLUID - An ophthalmic dispenser and method of filling and dispensing fluid stored therein. The dispenser includes a rigid housing defining a fluid-receiving chamber, a flexible bladder receivable within the fluid-receiving chamber, a pump coupled in fluid communication with the fluid-receiving chamber, and a nozzle having a valve defining an annular, axially-extending valve seat, an outlet aperture coupled in fluid communication between the valve seat and the pump, and a flexible valve cover extending about the valve seat and forming an annular, axially-extending interface therebetween. The valve interface is connectable in fluid communication with the outlet aperture, and at least part of the valve cover is movable between (i) a normally closed position with the valve cover engaging the valve seat to close the interface and form a fluid-tight seal therebetween, and (ii) an open position with at least part of the valve cover spaced away from the valve seat in response to pumped fluid flowing through the outlet aperture at a pressure greater than a valve opening pressure to allow the passage of pressurized fluid therebetween. The rigid housing is mountable within a cartridge which, in turn, is mountable within a dispenser housing including an eyelid depressor and a trigger for simultaneously actuating the eyelid depressor and pump. | 12-18-2014 |
| 20140371690 | DISPENSING SYSTEMS - A hand-held applicator ( | 12-18-2014 |
| 20150025479 | SKIN DRESSING WITH ELECTRODES AND PHYSIOLOGICALLY ACTIVE PRECURSOR SUBSTANCE - A skin dressing comprising first and second electrodes, an electrical power supply not electrically connected to either or both of the first and second electrodes, and further comprising a physiologically or antimicrobially active precursor substance, the dressing being operable, when placed on a skin site to be treated, to connect the electrical power supply to both the first and second electrodes, thereby to trigger the electrochemical oxidation or reduction of the precursor substance on one of the electrodes to produce a physiologically or antimicrobially active oxidised or reduced compound which is capable of diffusing towards the skin site for the treatment thereof. | 01-22-2015 |
| 20150038924 | APPARATUS AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING CO2 ENRICHED MEDICAL FOAM - An apparatus for producing medical foam for wound care or hair stimulation has a foam generation unit including a fluid reservoir, a fluid delivery line and a foam generation tip. The apparatus also includes a compressed gas unit having at least one container of compressed gas, a source of electric power, and a gas regulator valve. A supply of wound care or hair stimulating solution is communicably connected to the foam generation tip such that when the apparatus is operated medical foam is produced by the foam generator tip. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150045748 | TRANSDERMAL DEVICE INCLUDING POROUS MICROPARTICLES - The present invention relates to a transdermal device including porous microparticles capable of containing an active principle, in particular nicotine, and to the use thereof as a drug, in particular for tobacco cessation. The present invention further relates to a method for preparing a transdermal device including porous microparticles filled with an active principle. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150051557 | DEVICES AND METHODS OF ADMINISTERING OPTHALMIC MEDICATIONS - A system for administering medication to an eye. The system includes a siphon tube in fluid communication with a medication reservoir, a dispensing nozzle connected to the siphon tube, and a shield coupled to the dispensing nozzle for movement relative thereto between an opened position and a closed position. The siphon tube defines a longitudinal axis extending along a substantially vertical direction when the siphon tube is in an upright position. The dispensing nozzle extends at an angle offset from the longitudinal axis when the shield is in the opened position. The nozzle and the angle are so dimensioned as to facilitate accessing the eye when the siphon tube is substantially in the upright position. | 02-19-2015 |
| 20150051558 | COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR CORNEAL PROLIFERATION - Disclosed herein in exemplary embodiments are methods and compositions for repairing or treating a defected cornea in a patient in need. The methods and compositions including, for example, administering a dose of a composition to the patient, wherein the composition comprises may be administered to an intraocular area of the patient via a container having a spout for ophthalmic delivery. The methods and compositions promote progenitor cell migration and increase cellular proliferation in the cornea of the patient. | 02-19-2015 |
| 20150057622 | Systems, Methods, and Devices for Delivering Treatment to a Skin Surface - Systems, methods, and devices are described for delivering treatment to a skin surface of an individual based on a microbe profile, which include a skin-treatment delivery device including at least one treatment agent reservoir with at least one port with a controllable valve, at least one conduit, a location-capture component, a data storage component to store information associated with the microbe profile, and a computing component including a processor and circuitry to receive information associated with a measured feature of a location on the skin surface, correlate the received information associated with the measured feature of the location on the skin surface with the stored information associated with the microbe profile, select one or more treatment agents for application to the location on the skin surface from a database of treatment agents, and actuate the controllable valve of the at least one treatment agent reservoir to modulate release of the selected one or more treatment agents. | 02-26-2015 |
| 20150057623 | Systems, Methods, and Devices for Delivering Treatment to a Skin Surface - Systems, methods, and devices are described for delivering treatment to a skin surface of an individual based on a treatment map, which include a skin-treatment delivery device including at least one treatment agent reservoir with at least one port with a controllable valve, at least one conduit, a location-capture component, a data storage component to store information associated with the treatment map, and a computing component including a processor and circuitry to receive information associated with a measured feature of a location on the skin surface, correlate the received information associated with the measured feature of the location on the skin surface with the stored information associated with the treatment map to select one or more treatment agents for application to the location on the skin surface, and actuate the controllable valve of the at least one treatment agent reservoir to modulate release of the selected one or more treatment agents. | 02-26-2015 |
| 20150088080 | SPREADING IMPLEMENT - This invention relates to an implement | 03-26-2015 |
| 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:
| 04-23-2015 |
| 20150119824 | SURGICAL ADHESIVE APPLICATOR - An adhesive applicator for applying medical adhesives, particularly cyanoacrylates, to incisions such as those made during minimally invasive surgery. The applicator employs a pipette tip or similar narrow flow restrictor tip to close the incision and a body of foam to seal the incision. Methods of using the applicator are also disclosed. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150119825 | OPTIMIZING UNGUAL TREATMENT BY QUANTITATIVE AUTORADIOGRAPHY - A method is described for optimizing ungual treatment. The method can include (a) providing a nail having at least two spaced apart holes formed from a surface thereof and extending into the nail, and (b) topically applying a radiolabeled pharmaceutical composition to the nail. At least a portion of the composition is received in the at least two holes. The method also includes (c) sectioning a portion of the nail proximate the at least two holes into a plurality of sections, (d) determining, for each of the plurality of sections, a concentration of radioactivity in the section as a function of position with respect to the at least two holes, and (e) optimizing a spacing between the at least two holes based at least partially on the determinations in step (d). A method of ungual treatment using the optimized spacing is also described. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150119826 | LEAK-RESISTANT BANDAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS WITH HYDROPHILIC FOAM WOUND INSERT FOR FLUID-INSTILLATION AND/OR NEGATIVE-PRESSURE WOUND THERAPIES - Wound treatment systems and methods (e.g., having hydrophilic wound inserts), such as for negative-pressure and/or fluid-installation wound therapies. Some embodiments include a check-valve assembly between a wound dressing and a vacuum source. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150119827 | TOPICAL STEROID COMPOSITION AND METHOD - Storage stable, topical lotion compositions for treating corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses are provided by the present invention which include a halobetasol material comprising halobetasol or its pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters, and solvates; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier which includes: (a) one or more fatty alcohols and/or one or more alkoxylated fatty alcohols, (b) one or more polyol humectants, and (c) diisopropyl adipate. Storage stable, topical lotion compositions for treating corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses are provided by the present invention which include 0.05% halobetasol propionate; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier which includes: (a) one or more fatty alcohols and/or one or more alkoxylated fatty alcohols, (b) one or more polyol humectants, and (c) diisopropyl adipate. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150126944 | SYSTEM FOR APPLYING A SMALL QUANTITY OF ANTISEPTIC - The present invention comprises a system for applying small quantities of antiseptic such as a solution of chlorhexidine to a human patient. The system includes a container of 10-50 mL having an opening proximate the top end of the container and a closed end at the bottom. A dispenser for dispensing 0.05 to 0.2 mL of antiseptic through an opening of 0.8 to 4.8 mm is provided. A reclosable cap is further provided for sealing the top end of the container and retaining the antiseptic in the container. In a preferred embodiment, the dispenser comprises a roller ball of 1-5 mm which is rotatably mounted in the opening of the container, with a peripheral seal maintained around the opening for sealing the edges of the roller ball while allowing rotation thereof within the opening. This allows the antiseptic to remain on the ball so that the antiseptic may be dispensed to the patient in limited quantities without dripping from the dispenser. | 05-07-2015 |
| 20150289805 | PERFORMING AND MONITORING DRUG DELIVERY - An opto-mechanical system for operation with a container containing a fluid to be administered in an eye or a container such as a syringe for example to administer an insulin injection. The mount of the system is equipped with an optical system and a processing/recording means configured to receive optical data, from light (visual or infra-red) reflected by an area in the vicinity of the eye, which data represents temporal and spatial characteristics of a process of administering drops of the fluid from the container into the eye. Image analysis software or human observation may be used to analyze the recorded images. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150297412 | Diaper Wound Isolation Method used to treat excoriated diaper dermatitis - A Method to treat excoriated diaper area or diaper wounds is disclosed including utilizing a porous wound covering and placement of at least one medicament on a distal surface of said covering, whereby said method results in shorter healing time. | 10-22-2015 |
| 20150306273 | MEDICAL SEALANT COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A medical sealant composition and method for coupling the medical article to skin using the medical sealant composition. The medical sealant composition can include an unsaturated rubber hydrocarbon having at least one hydrosilyation-crosslinkable functional group and a crosslinking agent having at least one SiH group per molecule. The medical sealant composition can cure at 35 degrees C. in less than 20 minutes. The method can include applying the composition to one or both of a medical article and skin when the composition is in an uncured state; applying the medical article to the skin; and allowing the composition to cure to form a sealant between the medical article and the skin. | 10-29-2015 |
| 20150313683 | ANTISEPTIC DELIVERY SYSTEM - A self-contained antiseptic delivery system and methods of use are disclosed. The antiseptic delivery system is especially adapted for use in disinfecting skin at a surgical site prior to surgery. The system is defined by an applicator that is used with an antiseptic preparation. The applicator is a hand article encased by a protective sheath that defines an aseptic field. The system utilizes structures that allow the applicator to be maintained in an aseptic condition during storage, while enabling aseptic deployment of the applicator for use. | 11-05-2015 |
| 20150314114 | COLLAGEN DEVICE - The present invention relates to a device adapted for dressing and treating wounds, skin lesions/ulcers, sores and burns. | 11-05-2015 |
| 20150320594 | Systems, Methods, and Kits for Cleansing an Ocular Region - Systems, methods, and kits useful for cleansing the eyelids and maintaining eyelid hygiene are disclosed. In one embodiment, a system for treating or cleansing an ocular region is disclosed. The system consists essentially of: (A) a tubular applicator, wherein the applicator comprises: (i) a first chamber and a second chamber; and (ii) a sealable element situated between the first chamber and the second chamber, wherein at least the second chamber is substantially pre-filled with an ocular composition, and (B) a dispenser, wherein the dispenser is bonded to an external surface of a first end of the applicator. | 11-12-2015 |
| 20150320917 | Systems And Methods For Delivering Fluid To A Wound Therapy Dressing - Provided are systems and methods for delivery of fluid to a wound therapy dressing. In exemplary embodiments, a pressure source provides negative pressure to a wound dressing and positive pressure to an actuator that expels fluid from a fluid reservoir. | 11-12-2015 |
| 20150335869 | OCULAR TREATMENT USING MEDICATED ABSORBENT PAD - A sterile cotton fiber pad to deliver generic prescription medication transdermally through the eyelid is provided. The sterile absorbent pad may contain liquid medication and may be applied to the thin, highly vascularized tissue of the eyelids by direct application. | 11-26-2015 |
| 20150342715 | DEVICE FOR APPLYING A FORMULATION TO SKIN - The application provides a device for applying a formulation to skin, the device comprising a housing, a spreading means, and an ejecting means; wherein the housing comprises a chamber for receiving a cartridge, and wherein the cartridge comprises a formulation. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150342900 | Device for Delivery of Skin Care Composition - A novel device and method for delivering a liquid containing an active ingredient to a treatment site on the skin is disclosed. The device is useful for treating lesions or abnormal skin features such as corns, warts, calluses, bunions, actinic keratoses and hard hyperkeratotic skin as is often found on the face, arms, legs or feet. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150359659 | FISTULA EXTENSION AND RELATED METHOD OF TREATING AN OPEN WOUND AROUND AN ACTIVE FISTULA - An apparatus for treating an open wound around an active fistula. The apparatus includes: (1) a fistula extension; (2) an abdominal binder; and (3) an ostomy bag assembly removably attached to the fistula extension. The fistula extension is sealed to a patient's skin such that secretion from the open fistula is transferred to the ostomy bag assembly. | 12-17-2015 |
| 20150359664 | DEVICE FOR NON-SURGICAL COLD TREATMENT OF DISORDERS - A device for non-surgical cold treatment of disorders, like warts comprises a container containing a refrigerant having an outlet and a valve communicating with the outlet. An applicator is mounted to the container, said applicator having an outer wall and forming a chamber at least when connected to the container, a heat exchanger within the chamber in fluid communication with the outlet of the container and receiving refrigerant when the valve of the container is opened. A closed contact member is in heat exchange contact with the heat exchanger and is exposed to an outer side of the applicator. The heat exchanger comprises a porous member made of a material having a high thermal conductivity and adapted to conduct fluid refrigerant from the outlet of the container to the chamber while the refrigerant extracts heat from the heat exchanger and the contact member. | 12-17-2015 |
| 20150360015 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MODIFYING KERATINOUS SURFACES - A method and device for analyzing and treating tonal imperfections on human skin. The method has the steps of providing one or more nozzles and taking an image of skin adjacent the nozzles. A central processing unit calculates a plurality of local L values of the skin near nozzles and calculates a background L. The background L may be the arithmetic average, median, or mean of the plurality of local Ls near nozzles. Skin deviations are areas of skin where the absolute value of the difference between a local L and the background L, ΔL | 12-17-2015 |
| 20150360016 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MODIFYING KERATINOUS SURFACES - A method and device for analyzing and treating tonal imperfections on human skin. The method has the steps of taking at least one background image of at least 10 μm | 12-17-2015 |
| 20150360017 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MODIFYING KERATINOUS SURFACES - A method and device for analyzing and treating tonal imperfections on human skin. The method has the steps of providing a preselected background L value. One or more treatment images of the skin are taken and at least one localized L value of individual pixels or group of pixels is calculated within the treatment image. The local L value is compared to the background L value. Skin deviations are areas of skin where the absolute value of the difference between a local L and the background L is greater than a predetermined ΔL | 12-17-2015 |
| 20160015373 | IMPREGNATED BRUSH APPLICATOR FOR MEDICAL ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS - High viscosity medical adhesive formulations are provided with an applicator device that allows the medical adhesives to be easily sterilized, accurately dispensed and optimally cured for medical applications. The preferred medical adhesive formulations include 2-octyl cyanoacrylate and n-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate monomers in formulation with various additives. The medical adhesive can be formulated to be bio-absorbable and/or bio-degradable. Suitable thickeners, stabilizers, plasticizing agents, preservatives, reinforcing agents, colorants and anti-bacterial compounds may advantageously be included in the formulation. The formulation is preferably placed within a sealed aluminum or plastic tube. An applicator tip with plastic brush bristles is used for application and curing of the formulation. On one end, the applicator tip preferably has a cutting or piercing mechanism which is capable of breaking the seal on the tube. On the other end, the applicator tip brush bristles are coated and/or impregnated with a dry, solvent-free cyanoacrylate polymerization initiator and/or accelerator. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160015871 | INSTILLATION CARTRIDGE FOR VACUUM ACTUATED FLUID DELIVERY - A fluid delivery system, method, and apparatus for providing instillation therapy with a negative-pressure source is described. The apparatus includes a housing having an ambient chamber and a negative-pressure chamber fluidly isolated from each other. The apparatus also includes a moveable barrier disposed in the housing between the ambient chamber and the negative-pressure chamber. The moveable barrier is operable to move between a charge position and a discharge position in response to negative pressure. A fluid source is disposed in the negative-pressure chamber and is collapsible in response to movement of the moveable barrier to the discharge position. The apparatus also includes a fluid outlet in fluid communication with the fluid source, a negative-pressure port in fluid communication with the negative-pressure chamber and configured to be coupled to a negative-pressure source, and a vent formed in the housing and fluidly coupled to the ambient chamber. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160015872 | DISPOSABLE CARTRIDGE FOR VACUUM ACTUATED FLUID DELIVERY - Systems, methods, and apparatuses for providing instillation therapy with a negative-pressure source are described. The apparatus can include a housing having a dosing chamber and a negative-pressure chamber fluidly isolated from each other. The apparatus can also include a moveable barrier disposed in the housing between the dosing chamber and the negative-pressure chamber. The housing includes a fluid inlet in fluid communication with the dosing chamber and a fluid outlet in fluid communication with the dosing chamber. The housing can also include a negative-pressure inlet in fluid communication with the negative-pressure chamber and a biasing element coupled to the moveable barrier. The biasing element is operable to move the moveable barrier between a charge position and a discharge position. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160015873 | INSTILLATION CARTRIDGE AND THERAPY SYSTEM FOR NEGATIVE-PRESSURE THERAPY AND INSTILLATION THERAPY - Systems, methods, and apparatuses for providing installation therapy and negative-pressure therapy are described. The apparatus includes a housing and a moveable barrier disposed in the housing to form a dosing chamber and a pressure chamber. The apparatus also includes a therapy conduit configured to be fluidly coupled to a pressure source and to a canister. The apparatus further includes a fluid inlet fluidly coupled to the dosing chamber and configured to be fluidly coupled to a fluid source and a fluid outlet fluidly coupled to the dosing chamber and configured to be fluidly coupled to a dressing. A pressure inlet is fluidly coupled to the therapy conduit and the pressure chamber; and a check valve is disposed in the therapy conduit. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160015875 | Foam Structure Wound Inserts For Directional Granulation - A wound treatment system comprises a wound-treatment apparatus and a wound dressing coupled to the apparatus. The wound dressing includes a foam structure wound insert having pores with a greater cross-sectional area when viewed from a first direction and a smaller cross-sectional area when viewed from an orthogonal direction. Methods for making such wound inserts may include compressing foam structure material having pores with a substantially uniform cross-sectional area. Methods for treating a wound using a wound insert. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160030247 | MULTI-USE, FLEXIBLE MEDICAL BANDAGE - A multi-use bandage has a flexible fabric and a pouch forming a medication insert area located on an underside of the flexible fabric. The medication insert area is configured for overlying a treatment area on a user and for receiving therein any of a plurality of different medications for treating any of a plurality of different symptoms. An adhesive is located on an underside of the flexible fabric and surrounds the medication insert area. The adhesive is configured for adhesively engaging the user's skin about the treatment area, and for preventing medication inserted in the medication insert area from spreading or moving from the treatment area to an unselected area of treatment. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160030723 | Multi-Chamber Anesthetic Delivery System - The present invention is directed to a multi-chamber delivery system of a topical anesthetic formulation for improving the stability of such anesthetic compositions. Topical anesthetics formulations have long been used for providing analgesia prior to any invasive medical procedure. Their use is essential for performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and cosmetic dermatology procedures. Topical anesthetics can be formulated in variety of dosage forms and mixtures such as solutions, creams, ointments, gels, and even patches and peels. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160038339 | EYEDROPPER WITH IMPROVED STABILITY AND METHOD OF ADMINISTERING A LIQUID ONTO THE SURFACE OF AN EYE - An eyedropper ( | 02-11-2016 |
| 20160038434 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF A TRANSDERMAL MEMBRANE - A device and method for moving a membrane into contact and out of contact with the surface of a skin of a patient. The membrane contains at least one active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) and is configured to release the API to the patient when the membrane is in contact with the skin. The device includes components which control the timing of the movement of the membrane based on intended drug delivery profiles. The device may control the amount of surface area of the membrane contacting the skin or the pressure of the membrane on the skin to additionally adjust the drug delivery profile. The membrane may be on a translating platform which moves to a down position where the membrane is in contact with the skin or to an up position where the membrane is not in contact with the skin. | 02-11-2016 |
| 20160045368 | SYNCHRONIZED WATER AND PRODUCTION AND USE THEREOF - A synchronized water is disclosed, in which all single water molecules at the same time are arranged in an identical way to a stable homogeneous microstructure, wherein said synchronized water in a distilled condition and at atmospheric pressure has a) a density of from 0.997855 to 0.998836 g/ml at 220C., b) a water temperature at the freezing point of from −6.7° C. to −8.2° C., c) a melting point of from 0.10C to 0.20C, d) a surface tension of from 72.3 to 72.7 dyn/cm at 220C, and e) a dielectric constant of from 82.4 to 82.6 F/m, as well as a method for preparation thereof and different uses thereof. | 02-18-2016 |
| 20160058747 | TRANSPARENT TRANSDERMAL NICOTINE DELIVERY DEVICES - A transparent transdermal delivery device for delivering nicotine which has an Opacity Index of less than 48.6%. | 03-03-2016 |
| 20160067105 | SYSTEM, METHOD, AND PRODUCT FOR AN ADHESIVE STRIP CONFIGURED TO SELECTIVELY DISPENSE A FLUID - A fluid dispensing adhesive strip is presented. The fluid dispensing adhesive strip includes a backing layer having a first side and a second side, an adhesive that is disposed on at least a portion of the second side of the backing layer, and a packet that is disposed on the backing layer that includes a dispensable fluid and an activation mechanism that permits selective dispensing of the dispensable fluid. The packet can include multiple chambers configured to contain the same or different fluids, and channels associated with the chambers for dispensing the fluid when the activation mechanism is activated. The activation mechanism can be a tear-away strip, and can include perforations, serrations, and scoring to facilitate activation. Release strips in communication with the adhesive can releasably detach from the adhesive enabling the fluid dispensing strip to be applied and secured to an object or person. | 03-10-2016 |
| 20160074564 | WOUND MANAGEMENT - A method and apparatus are disclosed for delivering at least one agent to a wound site. The method includes the steps of providing a delivery tube having an outlet at a wound site, covering the wound site with a drape and introducing agent at an agent inlet port of the delivery tube. The agent passes along the delivery tube through the drape to the wound site. The agent can be a wide variety or mixture of fluids such as but not limited to pain relief medicament, anti-biotics, saline solution and/or hydrating fluid. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160074641 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ADMINISTERING A SKIN CARE COMPOSITION - The apparatus to administer a skin care composition includes a housing, a suction tip to engage the skin, a control module, a suction pump connected to a motor, a vibrator, and a power supply. The suction tip is placed on the skin with the skin care composition. The suction pump is activated to form an area of negative pressure. The vibrator generates vibrations to the area of negative pressure to further increase absorption of the skin care composition into the skin. The method of administering with the apparatus includes forming the area of negative pressure with the suction tip, and pulsing suction and suction with vibration. The control module regulates suction and vibration to maintain the area of negative pressure through personalized settings of intensity. The vibration is controlled to maintain the seal of the suction tip on the surface of skin. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160081849 | THERAPEUTIC AGENT DELIVERY DEVICE - A system for storing and delivering a predetermined amount of fluid includes a syringe including a barrel, a flange disposed at the proximal end of the barrel, and a plunger assembly configured to be received in the lumen of the barrel. The plunger assembly includes a piston and a plunger rod. The plunger rod is removably couplable to the piston at the distal end of the plunger rod and includes a thumb press flange at the proximal end of the plunger rod. The system further includes a stop feature that is removably couplable to the syringe or the plunger assembly. The stop feature is configured to arrest distal advancement of the plunger assembly relative to the syringe when the plunger assembly reaches a predetermined position relative to the syringe. The stop thus ensures that a predetermined amount of fluid remains in the barrel. | 03-24-2016 |
| 20160082237 | Applicator for Applying a Fluid to a Surface - An applicator for applying a fluid to a surface is provided, the applicator comprising a support comprising an upper outer surface and a lower holding surface; a flexible membrane comprising a central opening, an inner wall comprising a lower end and an upper end, an outer wall at least partially surrounding the upper outer surface of the support, the outer wall comprising a lower end and an upper end, and an upper folded wall connecting the upper ends of the inner wall and outer wall; and a membrane holder for fixedly securing the lower end of the inner wall of the flexible membrane to the upper outer surface of the support; wherein the upper surface of the membrane holder and the inner wall of the flexible membrane define a reservoir for holding a fluid, and wherein the lower end of the outer wall of the flexible membrane is free to move axially relative to the upper outer surface of the support when pressure is applied to the upper folded wall of the flexible membrane. In an embodiment, the applicator has particular utility for applying a topical or transdermal testosterone composition to the skin of a patient in need of testosterone replacement therapy. | 03-24-2016 |
| 20160100980 | OCULAR DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Described here are systems and methods for accessing Schlemm's canal and for delivering an ocular device or fluid composition therein. The ocular devices may maintain the patency of Schlemm's canal without substantially interfering with transmural fluid flow across the canal. The fluid composition may be a viscoelastic fluid that is delivered into the canal to facilitate drainage of aqueous humor by disrupting the canal and surrounding trabeculocanalicular tissues. Tools for disrupting these tissues and minimally invasive methods for treating medical conditions associated with elevated intraocular pressure, including glaucoma, are also described. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160100981 | DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING THE IRRIGATION PRESSURE - A device including a gas pressure device providing a variable initial pressure (P | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160106585 | IMPLANTABLE INTRAOCULAR DRUG DELIVERY APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD - The present invention relates to an apparatus, system and method for, and for providing, intraocular delivery of an active agent. The apparatus, system and method may include an implantable scaffold and an active agent associated with the implantable scaffold. The implantable scaffold and the active agent may be configured to be completely contained within the eye upon implantation. The implantable scaffold may be a mechanical scaffold, or the implantable scaffold may be a chemical scaffold. | 04-21-2016 |
| 20160107004 | Method of Improving Skin Appearance - Disclosed are composition and methods for treating skin whereby a cosmetic composition is applied to a target area of skin. The cosmetic composition comprises an effective amount of a skin active agent. A barrier patch is also provided and has a backing layer and a pressure sensitive adhesive. The barrier patch has an adhesive release force of about 50 gms to about 400 gms; a WVTR from about 1 g/m | 04-21-2016 |
| 20160114089 | MULTI-CONDUIT CONNECTORS AND METHODS FOR NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY - Multi-conduit connector apparatuses for use in negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) apparatuses to wound dressing, and methods for installing multi-conduit connector apparatuses in NPWT apparatuses. | 04-28-2016 |
| 20160128950 | TAPE HAVING TRANSDERMAL ANALGESIC PROPERTIES - An adhesive body tape ( | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160128963 | METHOD FOR TREATING OVERACTIVE BLADDERS AND A DEVICE FOR STORAGE AND ADMINISTRATION OF TOPICAL OXYBUTYNIN COMPOSITIONS - The invention relates to a method for treating overactive bladders and a device for storing and administering non-occluded oxybutynin topical compositions. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160129168 | ASPIRATOR FOR ASPIRATING VENOM OR POISON SUBSEQUENT TO A BITE OR STING - An aspirator for aspirating venom or poison from a bite or sting. The aspirator includes an elongated housing defined by a circumferential wall delimiting a suction chamber, with the housing having a suction end with a suction opening and the circumferential wall having at least one slot extending axially from the opposite end; a piston member with a piston head connected to a piston rod which is movable between a fully depressed position and a fully retracted position inside the housing; a grip protruding through the at least one slot of the housing for moving the piston member axially inside the housing to adjust aspiration pressure; and an end closure for closing the opposite end of the housing to confine the piston member inside the housing. The suction end of the elongated housing is partly closed by an annular end wall inclining inside the housing and encircling the suction opening. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160129231 | Method and Device for Scar Management - A device for scar management includes an applicator head including a recess having a rotating means therein, a reservoir containing a silicone composition fluidly connected to the applicator head, and a metering valve fluidly connected to the reservoir. The composition has viscosity of 3,000 to 8,000 cps, and consists of a mixture of cyclopentasiloxane, dimethiconol, dimethicone, and dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer. A metered dose of the silicone composition is delivered from the reservoir to the applicator head upon the application of external pressure to the metering valve. The invention also relates to a method for scar management using such device by identifying a target skin area having a wound or scar, contacting the outward surface of the applicator head to the target skin area, massaging the rotating means of the applicator head on the target skin area, and applying the silicone composition to the target skin area via the rotating means. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160135985 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DERMATOLOGICAL HYPOPIGMENTATION - Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure provide method and apparatus for effecting (e.g., lightening) an appearance of skin by cooling or freezing small separated surface regions of the skin to produce regions of local hypopigmentation. The width of the regions can be, for example, smaller than about 1 mm or 0.5 mm, and a distance between these frozen regions can be greater than about 3 times the width of the regions. An exemplary apparatus can be provided that includes a plurality of spatially-separated thermally conductive arrangements that can be affixed or otherwise coupled to a base. For example, the conductive arrangements can be regions of conductive material provided in or proximal to a thermal insulator, or thermally conductive protrusions affixed to the base. The conductive arrangements can be cooled and then contacted with the skin surface to produce the small regions of hypopigmentation. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20160136404 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DEPLOYING A SURGICAL PREPARATION - A device used for applying an antiseptic preparation to a surgical site of a patient prior to surgery outside of an operating theater. A loose-fitting bag is provided which encloses the surgical site by securing the open end(s) to the patient by closing means. A high friction scrub surface is provided in the bag. A method and apparatus are also provided for releasing antiseptic into the interior of the bag. The method provides that the surgical site can be scrubbed within the bag so as to properly prepare the skin for surgery. A temperature indicator for the antiseptic preparation is also provided. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20160158062 | 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. | 06-09-2016 |
| 20160158510 | CUTANEOUS TREATMENT APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USE - Cutaneous treatment apparatuses are provided that enhance percutaneous absorption of a treatment formulation. Related methods are also provided. In general, examples of the cutaneous treatment systems and/or apparatuses described herein are capable of attaching to a cutaneous surface and applying a treatment formulation to a localized cutaneous region. Embodiments of a cutaneous treatment apparatus generally include a heater and a treatment delivery component, including a treatment portion. The treatment portion includes a treatment formulation, including a therapeutic compound, and a treatment surface configured to contact the cutaneous region. The heater component is removably couplable with the treatment delivery component and is configured to transfer heat to the treatment portion. Upon heating, the therapeutic compound is configured to release from the treatment portion through the treatment surface towards the cutaneous region. | 06-09-2016 |
| 20160175157 | Impregnable and Expanding Wound Packing Article | 06-23-2016 |
| 20160184565 | DELIVERY OF MEDICANTS UNDER CONTINUOUS NEGATIVE PRESSURE DRESSING - Disclosed herein are devices for delivery of an antimicrobial to a patient. Such devices comprise an antimicrobial delivery device comprised of a rigid reservoir having a proximal surface, an interstitial space, and a distal surface; and a manifold positioned underneath the rigid reservoir. This antimicrobial delivery device may also include an injection port. Systems and methods for delivering a medicant to a wound under continuous negative pressure are also disclosed. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160184566 | TOPICAL PRODUCT DISPENSING TOOL - A computer-implemented method can include receiving a first image input from a user, determining values of biological properties of the user, determining a first formulation, controlling a plurality of servomotors, receiving a second image input from a user, determining a second value of one of the biological properties of the user, comparing the first and second values, changing another of the values, determining a second formulation, and again controlling the plurality of servomotors. The image inputs can include images of the user's skin. The values can be representative of a sensitivity of the user's skin to one or more materials and a current level of irritation of the user's skin. The formulations can contain a plurality of materials and can be configured to inhibit irritation of the user's skin based on the values of the biological properties of the skin. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160193177 | COMPOSITIONS, METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CUTANEOUS DISORDERS | 07-07-2016 |
| 20160199225 | MICRO-DROPLET DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHODS | 07-14-2016 |
| 20160199313 | TRANSDERMAL PATCH | 07-14-2016 |
| 20160199359 | SYSTEM FOR TRANSDERMAL TREATMENT OF EMESIS | 07-14-2016 |
| 20160374704 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTING SKIN PARTICLES - Systems and methods are provided to enable distribution of skin particles to a target site, for example, a wound site. Related kits are also provided. | 12-29-2016 |
| 20170232243 | DEVICE FOR TREATMENT OF A CUTANEOUS SURFACE OR MUCOUS MEMBRANE | 08-17-2017 |
