Настройки

Укажите год
-

Небесная энциклопедия

Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

Подробнее
-

Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

Подробнее

Форма поиска

Поддерживает ввод нескольких поисковых фраз (по одной на строку). При поиске обеспечивает поддержку морфологии русского и английского языка
Ведите корректный номера.
Ведите корректный номера.
Ведите корректный номера.
Ведите корректный номера.
Укажите год
Укажите год

Применить Всего найдено 7097. Отображено 100.
18-04-2018 дата публикации

Волоконно-оптический инструмент

Номер: RU0000178750U1

Полезная модель относится к медицинской технике, а именно к приспособлениям и устройствам для проведения малоинвазивных лазерных хирургических операций в различных областях хирургии, и может быть использована, например, в проктологии, оториноларингологии, общей хирургии и других областях.Задачей настоящей полезной модели является создание простого волоконно-оптического инструмента и простого стандартизированного сменного наконечника для него, удобных с точки зрения соблюдения условий стерильности, предпочтительно, совместимых со стандартным медицинским инструментом для подкожных или внутривенных или интракорпоральных манипуляций.Поставленная задача в волоконно-оптическом инструменте, содержащем магистральный световод, корпус с объективом, первый оптический разъем для подключения магистрального световода, второй оптический разъем для подключения сменного наконечника и сменный наконечник, включающий втулку и выходной световод, закрепленный во втулке вдоль ее оси, решена за счет того, что второй оптический разъем выполнен с коническим выступом со сквозным цилиндрическим отверстием по его продольной оси, а втулка сменного наконечника выполнена с продольным коническим отверстием для установки на конический выступ второго разъема. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 178 750 U1 (51) МПК A61B 18/22 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A61B 18/22 (2006.01) (21)(22) Заявка: 2017141862, 30.11.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Закрытое акционерное общество "ФОТЭК" (BY) 18.04.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 2528655 C1, 20.09.2014. RU 10.02.2017 BY u20170044 (45) Опубликовано: 18.04.2018 Бюл. № 11 1 7 8 7 5 0 R U (54) Волоконно-оптический инструмент (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к медицинской технике, а именно к приспособлениям и устройствам для проведения малоинвазивных лазерных хирургических ...

Подробнее
26-01-2012 дата публикации

Device, apparatus, and method of adipose tissue treatment

Номер: US20120022512A1
Автор: Boris Vaynberg
Принадлежит: Individual

A method and apparatus for adipose tissue treatment whereby two types of electromagnetic radiation are applied to the volume of tissue to be treated, One type of the electromagnetic radiations being RF and the second type of electromagnetic radiation being visible or infrared radiation.

Подробнее
02-02-2012 дата публикации

Fractional scanner for dermatological treatments

Номер: US20120029605A1
Принадлежит: Cutera Inc

A dermatological treatment device is disclosed for generating a matrix of two dimensional treatment spots on the tissue. A handpiece carrier a laser which generates a beam of laser pulses. The pulses are focused onto the tissue with a lens system. A diffractive element is positioned between the laser and the lens system for splitting the laser beam into a plurality of sub-beams. A scanner translates the beam over the diffractive element to generate the two dimensional spot pattern. The laser has a semi-monolithic resonator design with one integral end minor defining the output coupler and a second, independent mirror for adjustment.

Подробнее
22-03-2012 дата публикации

Material delivery system

Номер: US20120071715A1
Принадлежит: By Pass Inc

A method for injecting a therapeutic agent into a target tissue, the method comprising: (a) providing an expandable member; (b) positioning said expandable member in proximity to the target tissue; (c) Introducing the therapeutic agent into the expandable member until a desired pressure is achieved; and (d) creating a plurality of small apertures in the expandable member.

Подробнее
17-05-2012 дата публикации

Optical Blade And Hair Cutting Device

Номер: US20120123444A1
Принадлежит: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS NV

The invention relates to an optical blade and a hair cutting device, adapted for cutting a hair near skin of a human body part or animal body part. The optical blade ( 1 ), especially for use in a hair cutting device, comprises a blade body ( 3 ) adapted for guiding optical radiation, and a tapered end ( 2 ) adapted for allowing the optical radiation to exit the optical blade ( 1 ), wherein the tapered end ( 2 ) comprises a reflector adapted for redirecting the optical radiation before it exits the optical blade. In this way the balance of closeness vs. irritation is improved beyond the capabilities of conventional shaving systems and an optical blade is provided which is insensitive to the type of shaving additive used, while the manufacturing of the optical blade is made easier and costs are reduced.

Подробнее
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Device for intermittently performing care sessions to form a large skin area care

Номер: US20120197135A1
Автор: Michael Slatkine
Принадлежит: Individual

A device of guiding a multiple area dermatologic care process. The device comprises a carrier which supports a drive of a dermatologic care tool over a skin area while the dermatologic care tool intermittently performs a plurality of dermatologic care sessions each in one of a plurality of skin subareas of the skin area and a brake unit which regulates a movement of the carrier from a first skin subarea to a second skin subarea during the drive of the dermatologic care tool.

Подробнее
27-09-2012 дата публикации

Cooled Laser Fiber for Improved Thermal Therapy

Номер: US20120245573A1
Принадлежит: Visualase Inc

In one embodiment, the disclosure is directed to an integrated apparatus for delivering energy to a tissue. The integrated apparatus included a housing having a distal end and a tubular structure located within the housing forming a first annulus between the tubular structure and the housing. The tubular structure is configured to accept an energy delivery component and is configured to form a second annulus between the tubular structure and the energy delivery component. The first annulus and the second annulus are configured to communicate with each other proximate to the distal end of the housing.

Подробнее
04-10-2012 дата публикации

Dermatological Treatment Device with One or More Laser Diode Bar

Номер: US20120253331A1
Принадлежит: Tria Beauty Inc

A dermatological treatment device includes a device body; a laser diode bar configured to generate laser radiation for delivery to a target area of tissue, the laser diode bar having a fill factor of at least 50%; a power source; and control electronics configured to provide power from the power source to the laser diode bar such that the laser diode bar generates a laser beam; wherein the device is configured for delivering the generated laser beam to the target area of tissue to provide a dermatological treatment.

Подробнее
04-10-2012 дата публикации

Combination Laser Treatment of Skin Conditions

Номер: US20120253333A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A method and apparatus for treatment of health and skin conditions through the use of a combination of laser systems or a laser system capable of delivering different pulse durations. The laser system being capable of producing both Q-switched short pulsed laser energy and millisecond long pulsed laser energies. Multiple skin conditions would be susceptible to this treatment, including acne, skin aging and textural changes, pigmentary changes, scarring, rosacea, striae, redness and hair removal.

Подробнее
04-10-2012 дата публикации

Skin treatment including patterned light

Номер: US20120253430A1
Принадлежит: SEARETE LLC

Methods and systems for treating skin for aesthetic or health purposes are described. According to various embodiments, photoresponsive materials and light are delivered in a controlled fashion to produce a patterned distribution of a material in the skin.

Подробнее
08-11-2012 дата публикации

Devices and Methods for Radiation-Based Dermatological Treatments

Номер: US20120283710A1
Принадлежит: Tria Beauty Inc

A hand-held device for providing laser-based dermatological treatments includes a laser beam source supported in a device body, an automated scanning system, and control electronics. The automated scanning system is configured to receive an input beam generated by the laser beam source and scan the input beam to provide a series of output beams for delivery to the skin via an application end of the device to form a pattern of treatment spots on the skin. The application end is configured for movement across the skin during a treatment session. The control electronics control the laser beam source and/or the automated scanning system to deliver the scanned output beams to the skin at a radiation intensity sufficient to provide an effective dermatological treatment, and wherein the scanned output beams delivered from the application end of the device meet the Class 1M or better eye safety classification per the IEC 60825-1.

Подробнее
08-11-2012 дата публикации

Devices and Methods for Radiation-Based Dermatological Treatments

Номер: US20120283712A1
Принадлежит: Tria Beauty Inc

A hand-held device for providing a dermatological treatment by scanning a laser beam to form a pattern of treatment spots on the skin includes a laser source that generates an input beam, an automated scanning system, and a treatment spot control system. The automated scanning system includes a rotating multi-sector scanning element configured to repeatedly scan the input beam, each scan providing an array of output beams corresponding to the multiple sectors of the scanning element and forming a scanned row of treatment spots on the skin. The scanning element is configured such that each sector provides a constant-angular-direction output beam as that sector rotates through the input beam. The treatment spots of each scanned row are spaced apart from each other by areas of non-irradiated skin. The treatment spot control system provides a distance between adjacent rows of treatment spots in a direction of manual movement of the device.

Подробнее
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Device and method for removing veins

Номер: US20120289947A1
Автор: Wolfgang Neuberger
Принадлежит: Individual

A device and method for safe, substantially blood-free vessel removal that preserves vein patency are disclosed. A specially designed lens-free laser vessel stripping device is inserted into the body and coupled to a laser energy source, to remove a major vessel while cutting and coagulating its lateral branches with minimal damage to surrounding tissue. Energy source is preferably a diode laser source emitting at wavelengths of about 980 nm, about 1470 nm or a combination of these wavelengths for obtaining best ablative and coagulative effects, thus achieving a safe and efficient removal of vessels with minimum collateral damage and thus faster recovery. Veins harvested using this device and method are better candidates for autologous grafts in other surgeries. Device and treatment are proposed for, but not limited to vein stripping of insufficient varicose veins, and removal of healthy veins for use as autologous grafts in surgical procedures such as coronary bypass surgery and for treatment of Peyronie's disease.

Подробнее
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Treatment of skin by spatial modulation of thermal heating

Номер: US20120310235A1
Принадлежит: Candela Corp

Treating skin can include delivering a beam of radiation to a target region of the skin to cause a zone of thermal injury including a lateral pattern of varying depths of thermal injury distributed along the target region. The lateral pattern includes at least one first sub-zone of a first depth of thermal injury laterally adjacent to at least one second sub-zone of a second depth of thermal injury. The first depth is greater than the second depth. The at least one first sub-zone of the first depth and the at least one second sub-zone of the second depth extend from a surface of the target region of the skin to form a substantially continuous surface thermal injury. The at least one first sub-zone of the first depth and the at least one second sub-zone of the second depth are substantially heated to at least a critical temperature.

Подробнее
13-12-2012 дата публикации

Device and Method for Endovascular Treatment for Causing Closure of a Blood Vessel

Номер: US20120316546A1
Принадлежит: Individual

An endovascular treatment method for causing closure of a blood vessel is provided. The method includes inserting into a blood vessel an optical fiber having a core through which a laser light travels and a spacer sleeve arranged around a distal portion of the core. A distal end of the core defines an enlarged light emitting face, which advantageously provides substantially lower power density while providing the same amount of total energy during a treatment session. After the insertion, laser light is applied through the light emitting face while the inserted optical fiber and spacer sleeve are longitudinally moved. The spacer sleeve positions the light emitting face away from an inner wall of the blood vessel and application of the laser light causes closure of the blood vessel.

Подробнее
13-12-2012 дата публикации

Treatment of Cellulite and Adipose Tissue with Mid-Infrared Radiation

Номер: US20120316548A1
Принадлежит: CoolTouch Inc

A method and apparatus that will alter the fibrous strands in the fatty layers of the skin to reduce the appearance of cellulite and adipose tissue. Electromagnetic energy is used to selectively shrink or alternatively photoacoustically ablate the collagen in the constricting bands of connective tissue that causes the dimpled appearance of cellulite and adipose tissue while avoiding damage to the surrounding fatty cells.

Подробнее
27-12-2012 дата публикации

Vertebral bone navigation systems

Номер: US20120330301A1
Принадлежит: Relievant Medsystems Inc

System and methods for channeling a path into bone include a trocar having a proximal end, distal end and a central channel disposed along a central axis of the trocar. The trocar includes a radial opening at or near the distal end of the trocar. The system includes a curveable cannula sized to be received in the central channel, the curveable cannula comprising a curveable distal end configured to be extended laterally outward from the radial opening in a curved path extending away from the trocar. The curveable cannula has a central passageway having a diameter configured allow a probe to be delivered through the central passageway to a location beyond the curved path.

Подробнее
10-01-2013 дата публикации

System for heating a vertebral body to treat back pain

Номер: US20130012936A1
Принадлежит: Relievant Medsystems Inc

Methods and systems for modulating intraosseous nerves (e.g., nerves within bone) are provided. For example, the methods and systems described herein may be used to modulate (e.g., denervate, ablate) basivertebral nerves within vertebrae. The modulation of the basivertebral nerves may facilitate treatment of chronic back pain.

Подробнее
24-01-2013 дата публикации

Thermally mediated tissue molding

Номер: US20130023856A1
Принадлежит: CoolTouch Inc

A method and device to modify tissue in a manner such that it will take on a permanent new shape. Subdermal tissue is heated to approx 60° C. at which point it becomes pliable and moldable and will take on a permanent new shape if allowed to cool and heal in a new position.

Подробнее
14-03-2013 дата публикации

Scanner apparatus having electromagnetic radiation devices coupled to mems actuators

Номер: US20130063801A1

A disclosed scanner apparatus includes a member having spaced apart proximal and distal portions. An electromagnetic radiation device is configured to direct electromagnetic radiation therefrom and is moveably coupled to the distal portion of the member. The electromagnetic radiation device is configured to move in a first plane of movement to a first position to direct the electromagnetic radiation along a first path and configured to move in the plane of movement to a second position to direct the electromagnetic radiation along a second path. A MicroElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS) actuator is coupled to the electromagnetic radiation device, wherein the MEMS actuator is configured to move in a first direction to move the electromagnetic radiation device to the first position and configured to move in a second direction to move the electromagnetic radiation device to the second position. Other scanning and robotic structure devices are disclosed.

Подробнее
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Device and method for cataract surgery

Номер: US20130072917A1
Принадлежит: CARL ZEISS MEDITEC AG

Improvements in respect of performing cataract surgery, and the result thereof, by application of a laser system. A device for cataract surgery, includes a surgical microscope or stereo microscope and a laser source. A module, consisting of a laser-coupling/deflecting unit, a laser-scan unit, and a focusing unit, can be attached to the surgical microscope or stereo microscope, in which at least one of these units can selectively be introduced between the surgical microscope and eye, and in which the focusing unit can scan a depth-of-focus range of greater than 1 mm.

Подробнее
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus And Methods For Determining A Property Of A Tissue

Номер: US20130079852A1
Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus for determining a thermal property of tissue includes a base unit with one or more energy source and at least two, preferably detachable, leads. The distal end of each lead, which is introduced into the tissue to be treated, has at least two longitudinally spaced temperature measuring elements to measure surrounding tissue temperature and at least two longitudinally spaced electrode surfaces for applying current to the tissue. Each distal end is also provided with an element which uses energy emitted by the sources of energy to heat up the surrounding tissue. The base unit has computing elements, current generating elements for generating an alternating current, and conductance determining elements for determining the tissue conductance between pairs of electrode surfaces based on the alternating current applied by the current generating elements to the tissue. Methods for using the device and leads for use in the device are also described.

Подробнее
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Modular Surgical Laser Systems

Номер: US20130103121A1
Автор: Densen Cao
Принадлежит: Cao Group Inc

Laser emission systems for surgical and other therapeutic uses are herein disclosed. In the preferred embodiments, different laser control systems are disclosed each capable of multiple, simultaneous emission of lasers of different wavelengths in a single beam. The embodiments feature a handheld wireless laser module or a portable console with a laser tip extending therefrom. The laser module is controlled by wireless footswitch. Fiber extension modules may be used with the later embodiment.

Подробнее
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Modular Surgical Laser Systems

Номер: US20130103122A1
Автор: Densen Cao
Принадлежит: Cao Group Inc

Laser emission systems for surgical and other therapeutic uses are herein disclosed. In the preferred embodiments, different laser control systems are disclosed each capable of multiple, simultaneous emission of lasers of different wavelengths in a single beam. The embodiments feature a handheld wireless laser module or a portable console with a laser tip extending therefrom. The laser module is controlled by wireless footswitch. Fiber extension modules may be used with the later embodiment.

Подробнее
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Distance Estimation Between a Fiber End and a Tissue Using Numerical Aperture Modulation

Номер: US20130123769A1
Принадлежит: LUMENIS LTD

A system and method of estimating a distance between the distal end of an optical fiber and treated tissue, to improve treatment efficiency, is provided herein. The estimation is achieved by modulating the numerical aperture of a light beam transmitted through the fiber to receive reflections from the tissue and distinguish them from other reflections in the fiber, and further by calculating the distance by comparing reflection intensities of beams having different numerical aperture values that illuminate the tissue over a very short period, so that tissue and environment conditions do not change much. Distance estimation may be carried out by modulating the treatment beam itself, or by a light beam transmitted between pulses of a pulsed

Подробнее
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus for medical treatment of tissue by means of laser light

Номер: US20130131657A1
Принадлежит: advanced fiber tools GmbH

An apparatus for medical treatment by means of laser light includes an optical conducting fiber which has a curved light emission end and includes a core, a cladding arranged above the core for conducting laser light coupled into the optical conducting fiber, and capillaries arranged in the cladding, wherein the capillaries run in a longitudinal direction of the optical conducting fiber at a radial distance from a longitudinal axis of the optical conducting fiber and form a capillary ring when viewed in cross-section, wherein the capillaries have cavities which are separated by bridges which have a width which is smaller than a wavelength of the laser light, wherein the laser light emerges from a forward surface of the light emission end and is transmitted in a direction which runs transverse to a substantially straight longitudinal section located directly in front of a curvature which defines the curved light emission end.

Подробнее
13-06-2013 дата публикации

Treatment tip incision template

Номер: US20130150843A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A shape and depth template for incisions with treatment tips, usable in treatments such as bone surgery, comprising a guiding body for a treatment tip provided with two mutually opposite end surfaces arranged at a preset distance and a lateral surface, one of the end surfaces being arrangeable at the treatment tip incision region and with a hole that of preset shape that passes there through from one end surface to the other.

Подробнее
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Reduction of RF Electrode Edge Effect

Номер: US20130218243A1
Принадлежит: Candela Corp, SYNERON MEDICAL LTD

A skin surface is treated with RF energy (e.g., unipolar, monopolar, bipolar or multipolar RF delivery). A first semiconductive cap disposed on a first distal end of a first electrode and, optionally, a second semiconductive cap disposed on a second distal end of a second electrode are applied to the skin surface. RF energy is delivered from the first electrode and the second electrode through the first semiconductive cap and the second semiconductive cap, respectively, through the skin surface. The first semiconductive cap and/or the second semiconductive cap have an electrical conductivity matched or substantially matched to the skin's electrical conductivity (e.g., about 0.1 to about 2 times that of the skin).

Подробнее
12-09-2013 дата публикации

Medical system including a flexible waveguide mechanically coupled to an actuator

Номер: US20130237976A1
Принадлежит: Omniguide Inc

In general, in one aspect, the disclosure features a system that includes a flexible waveguide having a hollow core extending along a waveguide axis and a region surrounding the core, the region being configured to guide radiation from the CO 2 laser along the waveguide axis from an input end to an output end of the waveguide. The system also includes a handpiece attached to the waveguide, wherein the handpiece allows an operator to control the orientation of the output end to direct the radiation to a target location of a patient and the handpiece includes a tip extending past the output end that provides a minimum standoff distance between the output end and the target location.

Подробнее
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Fluid management catheter and methods of using same

Номер: US20130253266A1
Принадлежит: Codman and Shurtleff Inc

A catheter and method for managing fluid in a patient, the catheter having an elongated shaft with a distal end and a proximal end. The shaft defines at least one lumen extending substantially therethrough, the shaft further defining a plurality of drainage holes along a distal portion of the shaft, with the drainage holes in fluid communication with the lumen. The catheter further has a substantially transparent tip portion attached to the distal end of the shaft with an outer distal leading surface that is substantially rounded to assist insertion through tissue.

Подробнее
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Laser irradiation tip, laser irradiation handpiece, laser treatment apparatus, and laser irradiation tip end member

Номер: US20130289548A1
Принадлежит: J Morita Manufaturing Corp

A laser irradiation tip has a main body and a tip end portion. The main body is connected with a handpiece and irradiating therapeutic laser with high absorbability in water. The tip end portion being connected with the main body. The main body of the laser irradiation tip has an optical fiber for guiding the therapeutic laser, a water flow path, and an air flow path in a parallel manner. The tip end portion of the laser irradiation tip has a connection portion with the main body, a water guide path communicated with the water flow path of the main body, an air guide path communicated with the air flow path of the main body, a fiber guide portion capable of inserting a tip side portion of the optical fiber, and a mixing chamber of water and air.

Подробнее
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Vertebral treatment

Номер: US20130324996A1
Принадлежит: Relievant Medsystems Inc

Methods and systems for modulating intraosseous nerves (e.g., nerves within bone) are provided. For example, the methods and systems described herein may be used to modulate (e.g., denervate, ablate) basivertebral nerves within vertebrae. The modulation of the basivertebral nerves may facilitate treatment of chronic back pain. The modulation may be performed by a neuromodulation device (e.g., an energy delivery device).

Подробнее
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Medical Laser Apparatus with Output Beam Homogenizer

Номер: US20130338654A1
Автор: Sean Xiaolu Wang
Принадлежит: BWT Property Inc

A medical laser apparatus with a beam homogenizer for producing a uniform output beam profile. The beam homogenizer comprises a light pipe which expands the laser beam and mixes the laser light through total internal reflection as well as an optical diffuser to provide further control of the intensity distribution of the laser beam.

Подробнее
02-01-2014 дата публикации

Steerable and controllable medical laser fibers

Номер: US20140005647A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A device includes a catheter section comprising a flexible joint region disposed between a distal end and a proximal end. The device includes a laser fiber disposed within the catheter section. The laser fiber emits laser light at a fiber distal end. The device includes a wire comprising a distal end coupled to the catheter section. The wire is configured to move the distal end of the catheter section from a first position to a second position about the flexible joint region.

Подробнее
30-01-2014 дата публикации

Device, apparatus, and method of adipose tissue treatment

Номер: US20140031803A1
Принадлежит: SYNERON MEDICAL LTD

An improved procedure for performing liposuction is obtained by utilizing a needle that includes a laser source conductor with one end of the needle being configured for insertion into a target adipose skin volume and the other end being coupled to a laser source. The needle may include one or more channels for extracting the treated adipose area. A vacuum source can be used in the extraction of the treated adipose. Further, the first end of the needle may include a cap or end-piece that reduces the build up of carbon deposits. A temperature sensor may be used as input to adjust the laser power and prevent over exposure.

Подробнее
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Steerable laser probe

Номер: US20140046307A1
Принадлежит: Katalyst Surgical LLC

A steerable laser probe may include a handle having a handle distal end and a handle proximal end, a plurality of actuation controls of the handle, a flexible housing tube having a flexible housing tube distal end and a flexible housing tube proximal end, and an optic fiber disposed within an inner bore of the handle and the flexible housing tube. An actuation of an actuation control of the plurality of actuation controls may gradually curve the flexible housing tube. A gradual curving of the flexible housing tube may gradually curve the optic fiber. An actuation of an actuation control of the plurality of actuation controls may gradually straighten the flexible housing tube. A gradual straightening of the flexible housing tube may gradually straighten the optic fiber.

Подробнее
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Optical Speculum

Номер: US20140046311A1
Принадлежит: Illumigyn Ltd

A system for direct imaging and diagnosing of abnormal cells in a target tissue includes a disposable optical speculum and an image acquisition system having the speculum assembled on and mechanically secured thereto. The image acquisition system is arranged to capture at least one of a single image or multiple images or video of cells within the target tissue using at least one of bright field or dark field ring illumination divided into independently operated segments to obtain a plurality of data sets. An image analysis and control unit in communication with the image acquisition system analyzes the data sets and applies algorithms to the data sets for diagnosing abnormal cells.

Подробнее
06-03-2014 дата публикации

System and apparatus for delivering a laser beam to the lens of an eye

Номер: US20140066906A9
Принадлежит: Lensar Inc

A system and apparatus for increasing the amplitude of accommodation and/or changing the refractive power and/or enabling the removal of the clear or cataractous lens material of a natural crystalline lens is provided. Generally, the system comprises a laser, optics for delivering the laser beam and a control system for delivering the laser beam to the lens in a particular pattern. There is further provided a range determining system for determining the shape and position of the lens with respect to the laser. There is yet further provided a method and system for delivering a laser beam in the lens of the eye in a predetermined shot pattern.

Подробнее
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Enclosed laser medical device/system

Номер: US20160000507A1
Автор: Wolfgang Neuberger
Принадлежит: Biolitec Pharma Marketing Ltd.

A fiber optic medical device/system is presented, comprising laser source, connectible to optical fibers and enclosed to ensure sterility and safe operation. It is a single use system enclosed and sterilized, including laser source and, optical fiber attached in a sterile tube. Another embodiment is hermetically sealed laser unit with simple connection system to a properly shaped fiber optic. Joined hand piece and fiber can be directly inserted to treat target tissue. Laser handle is aseptically packaged. In other embodiments, fiber is proximally terminated in solid funnel-shaped end to provide unique directional keyed junction with laser unit. In another embodiment, unit includes fiber joined to it, where a laser module can be added away from the fiber end and laser module need not be sterilized, but entire unit is safe for medical use in sterile fields. Enclosure also serves as handpiece for manipulating device. Another preferred embodiment has laser unit attached to a rigid delivery system for laparoscopic procedures.

Подробнее
07-01-2021 дата публикации

DENTAL LASER FOR THE TREATMENT OF SOFT TISSUE

Номер: US20210000567A1
Принадлежит: DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc.

A dental laser comprises a hand piece having a grip region and a treatment tip with an outlet point, arranged at a distal end, for laser light, and further comprises a light source and light conduction means for providing laser light at the outlet point. The laser light has a wavelength of 445±20 nm, in particular, 445±10 nm and more particularly 445±5 nm, and an optical power output is provided at the outlet point in a power range of at least 2 W, advantageously at least 3 W and, in particular, 3.5 W. In another dental laser the laser light has a wavelength of 410±10 nm, and an optical power output is provided at the outlet point in a power range of no less than 1 W to no more than 2 W. 2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising directing the laser light to the dental tissue in a free jet without a light guide.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising using an optical device to reduce a divergence of the laser light inside the handpiece in order to extend a working distance of the laser light from the outlet point to the dental tissue.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising arranging a coolant line on or in the hand piece such that there is an outlet opening claim 1 , from which a coolant exits to cool the dental tissue5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the coolant output rate ranges from 0.1 to 10 ml/min6. The method according to claim 4 , wherein responsive to guiding the laser light over the dental tissue in a non-contact manner claim 4 , said laser light is substantially absorbed by hemoglobin in the dental tissue rather than by the coolant from a coolant line in order to cut the dental tissue.7. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the coolant has a disinfecting effect.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the treatment tip has an application fiber diameter from 150 μm to 350 μm. This Application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/549,884 which is a National Stage Entry of PCT/EP2016/054616 all of which are hereby ...

Подробнее
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Radial Emissions from Optical Fibers

Номер: US20190000549A1
Принадлежит: InnovaQuartz LLC

Radial emission optical fiber terminations that include conical elements can prevent axial emission and redirect all incident light to radial positions. One termination includes an optical fiber having an up-tapered terminus, the up-tapered terminus having a maximum taper diameter of at least 1.5 times the core diameter and ending at a cone-tip which has an apex angle in a range of about 70° to about 100°. Another termination includes a fiber cap that is a unitary construction of a glass tube and an optical element that bisects the glass tube. The glass tube includes an open end adapted to receive an optical fiber and a closed end. The optical element, consisting of fused quartz or fused silica, has an input face proximal to the open end of the glass tube and a conical face proximal to the closed end of the glass tube. 1. A radial emission optical fiber termination comprising:an optical fiber that includes a fluorine-doped-silica clad, silica core fiber which has a core diameter;the optical fiber having an up-tapered terminus, the up-tapered terminus having a maximum taper diameter of at least 1.5 times the core diameter, the up-tapered terminus having a length in a range of about 3 to about 20 times the core diameter;the up-tapered terminus ending at a cone-tip which has an apex angle in a range of about 70° to about 115°.2. The radial emission optical fiber termination of claim 1 , wherein the maximum taper diameter is about twice the core diameter.3. The radial emission optical fiber termination of claim 1 , wherein the optical fiber includes a rounded edge between the up-tapered terminus and the cone-tip.4. The radial emission optical fiber termination of claim 1 , wherein the cone-tip includes a rounded apex.5. The radial emission optical fiber termination of claim 1 , wherein the up-tapered terminus includes a fluorine-doped cladding thickness greater than a cladding thickness on the fluorine-doped-silica clad claim 1 , silica core fiber.6. A radial emission ...

Подробнее
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Ablation Catheter Having an Optical Fiber and an Adjustment Device

Номер: US20190000550A1
Автор: Kai Ulf Markus
Принадлежит: VIMECON GmbH

An ablation catheter for ablating biological tissue, including an optical fiber extending through the catheter, and an out-coupling region for coupling out laser light into the external environment of the catheter, said catheter being provided with at least one adjustment device designed to bend the catheter at least in the area of the out-coupling region such that the out-coupling region can be aligned relative to the tissue to be ablated.

Подробнее
05-01-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND DEVICE FOR MULTI SPOT PHOTOCOAGULATION

Номер: US20170000648A1
Принадлежит:

A photocoagulation system is described herein that facilitates multi-spot laser treatment procedures inside the eye and close to the patient's retina. In one example embodiment, a modified endocular probe operates with a laser system to move the probe or a probe needle so as to project a multi-spot pattern on a patient's retina by controlling the rotation movement of the needle (and needle tip). In addition, the system facilitates maneuverability and angular deviation of the needle tip and synchronizes these different movements with the laser photocoagulator system so as to project the aiming beam and thereafter the laser treatment beam in the desired pattern location with the desired exposure time and power. 1. A photocoagulation system including a system controller and a laser source for generating an aiming beam and a treatment beam , the system comprising:a probe having a distal end and a proximal end, the proximal end being coupled to a fiber optic cable that is coupled to the laser source, the distal end of the probe configured for ophthalmologic procedures and configured to have a longitudinal portion and an angled tip at the end of the longitudinal portion;wherein the distal end of the probe is configured to angularly rotate thereby forming at least one circle with spots located thereon that form alignment pattern and/or a treatment pattern of spots.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the probe tip is comprised of a needle tip that includes a configurable directional angle that is either fixed or variable.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the distal end of the probe is configured to form a plurality of concentric circles with a plurality of spots claim 2 , thereby forming the desired alignment and treatment pattern.4. The system of claim 3 , further comprising a probe holder adapted to hold the probe and configured to operatively communicate with the system controller.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the probe holder further comprises:a motor for ...

Подробнее
07-01-2016 дата публикации

ENDOCARDIAL LEAD CUTTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20160001064A1
Принадлежит:

In some embodiments, without limitation, the invention comprises an apparatus for cutting an endocardial lead within a patient. The apparatus comprises a generally flexible tubular member having a proximal end and distal end. At least one blade or cutting surface is affixed to the distal end of the tubular member. The apparatus optionally includes an adjustment mechanism adapted to adjust the blade or cutting surface between an extended position and a retracted position. The blade or cutting surface engages the endocardial lead to cut the lead. Various embodiments include a v-shaped groove defining the cutting surfaces. Other embodiments may comprise a rotatable blade of an inner shaft rotating within the tubular member and cutting the lead received within the v-shaped groove, and blades or cutting surfaces functioning like guillotines or scissors retracting into a distal end of the tubular member. 1. An endocardial lead cutting apparatus for cutting a lead implanted within a patient , said apparatus comprising:a flexible shaft having a proximal end and a distal tip;a groove for relieving the lead positioned at said distal tip of said shaft, said groove being generally V-shaped and defining at least one cutting surface for cutting the lead,wherein motion or other energy is applied through the shaft to cut the lead.2. The apparatus claim 1 , further including a shroud positioned about said shaft.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein said shroud is pliable.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said proximal end of said shaft includes a handle.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said at least one cutting surface is comprised of a hardened material.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further including a laser generating device to cut the lead by applying radiation to the lead.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein said shaft includes an optical fiber to transmit the radiation to said distal tip.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , further including an ultrasonic device to cut the ...

Подробнее
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Apparatus for tissue irradiation and methods and kits utlizing the same

Номер: US20210001142A1
Принадлежит: General Hospital Corp

One aspect of the invention provides an apparatus including: a fluid-impermeable membrane configured to contain a fluid and be placed in the cavity; a light emitter provided within the membrane; and a fluid provided within the membrane, wherein the fluid scatters light emitted by the light emitter such that the intensity of the light is substantially uniform over the inner surface of the cavity proximal to the membrane.

Подробнее
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Myoma/Polyp In-Office Treatment with Lasers

Номер: US20150005577A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A noninvasive treatment of uterine growths such as myomas (fibroids) and polyps is presented. Treatment involves carrying out diagnostic hysteroscopy and ultrasound procedures to detect, measure, and evaluate unwanted uterine growths; then inserting optical fiber into a hysteroscope, reaching target tissue with optical fiber and eliminating said tissue or shrinking it to a size/shape for easy mechanical removal. Finally, ultrasound imaging is used to confirm success of procedure. In one embodiment, optical fiber has an off-axis firing end but can be inserted inside a conventional hysteroscopy device. In another embodiment, a laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) fiber is used to treat myomas found on the outside of the uterus. A high energy laser is used that can emit at wavelengths easily absorbed by water and blood, such as 980 nm and 1470 nm. Procedure is fast and can be done in the physician's office with little or no anesthesia used.

Подробнее
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Laser system and method for the treatment of body tissue

Номер: US20150005755A1
Автор: Kazic Marko, Lukac Matjaz
Принадлежит:

A laser system for body tissue treatment has laser source, control device, scanner, and handpiece with treatment head transparent to the laser beam. An incoming laser beam section enters the treatment head longitudinally. The treatment head has a conical output surface with a minimum and a maximum surface radius and a half opening angle for total reflection of the incoming beam section. The reflected beam section is refracted radially into an emerging beam section away from the treatment head through the output surface. The incoming beam section has at the output surface a mean diameter that is ≦a difference of maximum surface radius and minimum scanning radius. A conical scanning surface as a part of the conical output surface extends from the minimum scanning radius to the maximum surface radius. The control device controls the scanner for scanning the conical scanning surface with the incoming beam section. 1123. A laser system () for the treatment of body tissue () on an inner circumferential tissue surface () , the laser system comprising:{'b': 4', '5, 'a laser source () adapted to generate a laser beam (),'}{'b': 6', '7, 'a handpiece () with a treatment head (),'}{'b': '8', 'a control device (), and'}{'b': '9', 'a scanner (),'}{'b': 7', '10', '5, 'wherein the treatment head () extends along a longitudinal axis () and is made of a material transparent to the laser beam () and has a first refractive index,'}{'b': 11', '5', '7', '10, 'wherein, during operation of the laser system, an incoming beam section () of the laser beam () enters the treatment head () in a direction of the longitudinal axis (),'}{'b': 7', '12', '10', '13', '11, 'wherein the treatment head () has a conically shaped output surface () disposed around the longitudinal axis () and having an apex () facing away from an origin of the incoming beam section (),'}{'b': '12', 'wherein the conically shaped output surface () has a minimum surface radius (r) and a maximum surface radius (R),'}{'b': 12', ...

Подробнее
20-01-2022 дата публикации

ANTI-CONTAMINATION LASER SURGERY DEVICE WITH BUILT-IN OPTICAL ELEMENT

Номер: US20220015830A1
Автор: LYU Peijun, YUAN Fusong
Принадлежит:

An anti-contamination laser surgery device with a built-in optical element, including an inner cylinder, an outer cylinder, a first unit configured to enable the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder to be telescopic, a lens moving unit, a two-dimensional laser scanning unit, a real-time monitoring unit, and a second unit configured to perform unidirectional laminar flow ventilation. A head end of the inner cylinder and a tail end of the outer cylinder are matched and connected by the first unit. The two-dimensional laser scanning unit and the real-time monitoring unit are arranged at the head end of the outer cylinder, and the lens moving unit is arranged in the inner cylinder and close to the head end of the inner cylinder. The second unit is arranged close to a tail end of the inner cylinder. 1. An anti-contamination laser surgery device with a built-in optical element , comprising:an inner cylinder;an outer cylinder;a first unit configured to enable the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder to be telescopic;a lens moving unit;a two-dimensional laser scanning unit;a real-time monitoring unit; anda second unit configured to perform unidirectional laminar flow ventilation;wherein a head end of the inner cylinder and a tail end of the outer cylinder are matched and connected by the first unit; the two-dimensional laser scanning unit and the real-time monitoring unit are arranged at the head end of the outer cylinder; the lens moving unit is driven by a driving motor, and is arranged in the inner cylinder and close to the head end of the inner cylinder; andthe second unit is arranged close to a tail end of the inner cylinder; a head end of the outer cylinder is sealed; and the tail end of the inner cylinder is provided with a 45° reflector and a light outlet through hole.2. The anti-contamination laser surgery device of claim 1 , wherein the two-dimensional laser scanning unit is selected from the group consisting of a two-dimensional micro-electro-mechanical system ...

Подробнее
12-01-2017 дата публикации

STEERABLE LASER PROBE

Номер: US20170007454A1
Принадлежит: KATALYST SURGICAL, LLC

A steerable laser probe may include a handle, an actuation lever, an optic fiber, and a housing tube. The housing tube may have a first housing tube portion having a first stiffness and a second housing tube portion having a second stiffness. The second stiffness may be greater than the first stiffness. The optic fiber may be disposed within the housing tube and within an inner bore of the handle. An actuation of the actuation lever about a pivot pin of the handle may gradually curve the optic fiber. An actuation of the actuation lever about the pivot pin of the handle may gradually straighten the optic fiber. 1. A method for performing an ophthalmic photocoagulation procedure comprising:applying a force to an actuation lever of a handle wherein the actuation lever has an actuation lever distal end and an actuation lever proximal end and the handle has a handle distal end and a handle proximal end and wherein the actuation lever proximal end is disposed in an actuation channel of the handle and the actuation lever distal end extends out from the actuation channel;actuating the actuation lever distal end away from the handle proximal end;rotating the actuation lever about a pivot pin in a first direction wherein the pivot pin is disposed in a pivot pin housing of the handle and a pivot pin guide of the actuation lever;retracting a wire relative to a single housing tube wherein the wire wherein the wire has a wire distal end and a wire proximal end and the housing tube has a housing tube distal end and a housing tube proximal end and wherein the wire distal end is adjacent to the housing tube distal end and wherein a portion of the wire is fixed to the housing tube;curving the housing tube; andcurving an optic fiber wherein the optic fiber has an optic fiber distal end and an optic fiber proximal end and wherein the optic fiber is disposed in an inner bore of the handle, the actuation channel, and the housing tube and wherein the optic fiber distal end is adjacent to ...

Подробнее
11-01-2018 дата публикации

DENTAL AND MEDICAL TREATMENTS AND PROCEDURES

Номер: US20180008347A9

A method treating a root canal in a tooth by introducing into the pulp chamber of a tooth and pulsing a laser light into the fluid reservoir so as to disintegrate pulp within the root canal without generation of any significant heat in said liquid fluid so as to avoid elevating the temperature of any of the dentin, tooth, or other adjacent tissue more than about 5″ C. 1. A method for treating a root canal in a tooth containing a crown portion extending to above a gum line and one or more elongate roots integral with and projecting from the crown into the gum and air adjacent jaw bone , each root having a root canal containing pulp including nerve and other tissue in open communication with a pulp chamber in the crown , the method comprising:forming an opening in the crown into the pulp chamber dimensioned to enable working access to a canal of said one or more roots for treatment thereof,removing pulp from said pulp chamber to provide an open area therein to gain access to pulp in said canal and, optionally, removing at least part of the pulp from said canal to make an opening in said canal in flow communication with said open area in said pulp chamber,introducing liquid containing hydroxyl groups into at least said open area in said pulp chamber in an amount sufficient to provide a liquid reservoir, the upper level of which rises to an immersion level,providing a laser system containing a source of a laser light beam and an elongate optical fiber connected to said source and configured to transmit said laser light beam to a tip portion thereof said tip containing a tapered tip tapering to an apex with a surrounding conical wall, substantially the entire surface of which is uncovered so that said laser light beam is emitted therefrom generally omnidirectionally,substantially completely immersing at least said tip of said laser into said liquid reservoir, and pulsing said laser source at a power level of from about 0.1 W to about 1.5 W and at a pulse duration of from ...

Подробнее
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Liquid laser-induced pressure wave emitting catheter sheath

Номер: US20180008348A1
Принадлежит: Spectranetics LLC

The present disclosure relates generally to the use of medical devices for the treatment of vascular conditions. In particular, the present disclosure provides devices and methods for using laser-induced pressure waves created within a sheath to disrupt intimal and medial calcium within the vasculature.

Подробнее
14-01-2021 дата публикации

LASER DRILLING OF PIA MATER

Номер: US20210007803A1
Принадлежит: Neuralink Corp.

The disclosure provides an apparatus and methods for performing a piotomy on a mammal comprising: performing a craniotomy to remove the skull and expose dura mater; removing the dura mater and arachnoid mater to expose subarachnoid space; and performing a piotomy using a laser to create a hole and expose the cerebral cortex. 1. A method for performing a piotomy on a mammal , the method comprising:performing a craniotomy to remove the skull and expose dura mater;removing the dura mater and arachnoid mater to expose subarachnoid space; andperforming a piotomy using a laser to create a hole and expose the cerebral cortex.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mammal is a non-human primate.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mammal is a human.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the laser has a wavelength of about a 350 nm to about 10.6 μm.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the laser is a 2 μm wavelength laser.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the laser vaporizes water in the pia mater to ablate the tissue and create the hole.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the laser is a pulsed powered laser.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the laser source has average power of about 0.5 watt to about 15 watts.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pulse has a width of about 10 nanoseconds to about 50 nanoseconds.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pulse has a frequency of about 10 kHz to about 50 kHz.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the subarachnoid space is suctioned before performing the piotomy using a laser.12. The method of claim 1 , further comprising inserting a needle and an electrode into the hole.13. A method for performing a piotomy on a mammal claim 1 , the method comprising:performing a craniotomy to remove the skull and expose dura mater;removing the dura mater and arachnoid mater to expose subarachnoid space; andperforming a piotomy using a laser, to create a hole and expose the cerebral cortex, wherein the laser vaporizes water in the pia mater to ablate ...

Подробнее
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Device and Methods of Laser Treatment for Rhinitis

Номер: US20210007804A1
Принадлежит:

There is provided a process for treatment of rhinitis by diode laser ablation of the posterior nasal nerves. The laser diode delivery device with elongated optic tip is inserted through a patient's nostril and has the length, flexibility and a curvature to reach both above and under the patient's middle turbinate for treatment to both posterior nasal nerves. Skin and tissue temperature is raised to approximately 60-65° C. with the process. Optimal treatment wavelength was found to be approximately 940 nanometers. 1. A process for the treatment of rhinitis by laser ablation of posterior nasal nerves comprising:ablating the posterior nasal nerves by a diode laser delivery device with an elongated clear fiber tip, said posterior nasal nerves located above and below a middle turbinate;said diode laser delivery device inserted into an area of tissue near said middle turbinate;said laser diode operating at approximately 940 nanometers;heating said tissue to approximately 60 to 65 degrees Celsius;positioning said tip of said diode laser delivery device at a position above said middle turbinate;ablating lateral posterior superior branches of said posterior nasal nerves;positioning said tip of said diode laser delivery device at a position below said middle turbinate;ablating lateral posterior inferior branches of said posterior nasal nerves.2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein said fiber tip of said laser delivery device is malleable.3. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the fiber tip of said laser delivery device is adjustable and capable of configuration to anatomical differences.4. The process according to claim 1 , wherein said fiber tip is disposable.5. The process according to claim 1 , wherein said delivery device is re-usable.6. The process according to claim 1 , wherein said delivery device is disposable.7. The process according to claim 6 , wherein said fiber tip is connected to said disposable delivery device by removable means.8. The process ...

Подробнее
10-01-2019 дата публикации

OPTICAL FIBERS AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS

Номер: US20190008589A1
Принадлежит: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED, INC

One described aspect is an optical fiber comprising: a fiber core that extends along a fiber axis, is configured to transmit a laser energy along the fiber axis, and terminates at a distal end with an angled distal face; a jacket that surrounds a proximal portion of the fiber core along the fiber axis, and terminates at a distal end located proximal of the angled distal face; a fiber tip including a proximal end with an angled distal face; and a reflector including a proximal face attached to the angled distal face of the fiber core, a distal face attached to the angled proximal face of the fiber tip, and at least one layer configured to direct the laser energy out of the fiber core along a laser axis generally transverse with the fiber axis, wherein the optical fiber tapers along the fiber axis. Associated laser systems are also disclosed. 1. An optical fiber comprising:a fiber core that extends along a fiber axis, is configured to transmit a laser energy along the fiber axis, and terminates at a distal end with an angled distal face;a jacket that surrounds a proximal portion of the fiber core along the fiber axis, and terminates at a distal end located proximal of the angled distal face;a fiber tip including a proximal end with an angled proximal face; anda reflector including a proximal face attached to the angled distal face of the fiber, a distal face attached to the angled proximal face of the fiber tip, and at least one layer configured to direct the laser energy out of the fiber core along a laser axis generally transverse with the fiber axis,wherein an outer diameter of the jacket is greater than an outer diameter of the fiber core, and an outer diameter of the fiber tip is equal to or less than the outer diameter of the fiber core.2. The optical fiber of claim 1 , wherein the proximal face of the reflector is attached to the angled distal face of the fiber core without creating an air gap therebetween.3. The optical fiber of claim 2 , wherein the distal ...

Подробнее
10-01-2019 дата публикации

LASER PROBE TIP

Номер: US20190008590A1
Принадлежит: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED, INC.

A probe tip for communicating and laterally directing electromagnetic radiation comprises a waveguide, a primary capsule, a compressible member and a malleable secondary capsule. The waveguide is configured to communicate electromagnetic radiation and includes a beveled surface at a distal tip for redirecting electromagnetic radiation in a lateral direction. The primary capsule is attached over the distal tip of the waveguide. The compressible member covers a portion of the primary capsule. The malleable secondary capsule is positioned over the primary capsule and the compressible member, and includes a crimp that compresses the compressible member against the primary capsule and secures the secondary capsule to the primary capsule. 126.-. (canceled)27. An apparatus , comprising:a waveguide having a tip;a first capsule including an outlet port, a proximal end over a proximal side of the tip of the waveguide, a distal end over a distal side of the distal tip of the waveguide, and a compressed region on the proximal end to secure the first capsule to the waveguide; anda channel between the first capsule and the waveguide, the channel extending from the compressed region to the outlet port.28. The apparatus of claim 27 , wherein the waveguide includes a protective layer and the compressed region compresses the protective layer.29. The apparatus of claim 28 , wherein the compressed region includes at least one tab for compressing the protective layer.30. The apparatus of claim 28 , wherein the protective layer includes a nylon jacket claim 28 , and the compressed region compresses the nylon jacket.31. The apparatus of claim 27 , further including a second capsule between the first capsule and the waveguide.32. The apparatus of claim 31 , wherein:the second capsule includes a transmissive surface through which electromagnetic radiation is discharged; andthe outlet port is aligned with the transmissive surface.33. The apparatus of claim 31 , wherein:a back side of the ...

Подробнее
14-01-2021 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR USE OF PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY

Номер: US20210008385A1
Принадлежит: CranioVation, Inc.

An apparatus including a light source provides for intracranial treatment of a tissue region of a brain of a patient. The intracranial treatment apparatus comprises an outer shaft having a proximal end and a distal end for positioning within the tissue region of the brain. The outer shaft defines a lumen extending between the proximal end and the distal end of the outer shaft and having at least one aperture adjacent the distal end of the outer shaft. An inner light-delivery element having a distal end and a proximal end is adapted to be operatively connected to the light source. The light-delivery element is configured to be received within the lumen and extend from the proximal end of the shaft to adjacent the distal end of the shaft. The light-delivery element is adapted to deliver light from the light source through the at least one aperture of the outer shaft to the tissue region of the brain in proximity to the distal end of the outer shaft. 2. The intracranial treatment apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the outer shaft has a closed distal end so that the distal end of the light-delivery element is contained within the outer shaft.3. The intracranial treatment apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the outer shaft comprises a location marker adapted to be located by one of magnetic resonance imaging claim 1 , computerized x-ray tomography claim 1 , or combinations thereof.4. The intracranial treatment apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the light-delivery element comprises a fiber optic cable.5. The intracranial treatment apparatus as recited in claim 4 , wherein the light delivery element further comprises a diffuser configured to be mounted to the distal end of the fiber optic cable.6. The intracranial treatment apparatus as recited in claim 5 , wherein the light delivery element further comprises a reflective sphere disposed within the outer shaft distal to the diffuser.7. The intracranial treatment apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein ...

Подробнее
08-01-2015 дата публикации

SIDE-FIRING FIBER DELIVERY DEVICE WITH ACTIVE COOLING CAP

Номер: US20150011985A1
Принадлежит:

An optical fiber includes an internal fiber, an end surface, a first cap member and a second cap member. The internal fiber terminates at a fiber tip. The end surface transmits laser energy delivered through the internal fiber. The first cap member extends over the end surface and includes a first end on a first side of the end surface and a second end on a second side of the end surface. The second cap member extends over the first cap member and includes a first end on the first side of the end surface and a second end on the second side of the end surface, the second end of the second cap member is attached to the second end of the first cap member. 117-. (canceled)18. An optical fiber comprising:an internal fiber terminating at a fiber tip;an end surface that transmits laser energy delivered through the internal fiber;a first cap member extending over the end surface and including a first end on a first side of the end surface and a second end on a second side of the end surface; anda second cap member extending over the first cap member and including a first end on the first side of the end surface and a second end on the second side of the end surface, the second end of the second cap member being attached to the second end of the first cap member.19. The optical fiber of claim 18 , further comprising a cap irrigation channel between the first cap member and the second cap member20. The optical fiber of claim 19 , further comprising a body tube assembly surrounding a portion of the internal fiber and including an internal fiber jacket claim 19 , an external body tube claim 19 , and a body tube channel between the internal body tube and the external body tube claim 19 , wherein the cap irrigation channel and the body tube channel cooperatively define an internal irrigation channel.21. The optical fiber of claim 18 , wherein the second cap member includes an exterior surface having an opening therein through which laser energy delivered through the internal ...

Подробнее
08-01-2015 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS RELATED TO A SIDE-FIRE ASSEMBLY THAT HAS AN OPTICAL GRATING

Номер: US20150011986A1
Автор: Zerfas Jeffrey W.
Принадлежит:

An apparatus may include an optical fiber having an angled grating aligned along a plane non-normal to a longitudinal axis of a distal end portion of the optical fiber. The angled grating may be configured to redirect a first laser energy propagated within the optical fiber and incident on the angled grating to a direction offset from the longitudinal axis. The apparatus may also include a metallic cap coupled to the optical fiber. The metallic cap may have an inner surface configured to redirect a second laser energy incident on the inner surface along the direction offset from the longitudinal axis. The second laser energy being different than the first laser energy. 1. A minimally-invasive medical device comprising:an optical fiber having a distal end portion configured to be disposed within a body of a patient; andan angled grating disposed at the distal end portion, the angled grating being configured to redirect laser energy-propagated within the optical fiber and incident on the angled grating toward a tissue within the body of the patient.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the angled grating is aligned along a plane non-normal to a longitudinal axis of the distal end portion of the optical fiber.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the angled grating is a first angled grating aligned along a first plane non-normal to a longitudinal axis of the distal end portion claim 1 , and the device further includes a second angled grating aligned along a second plane non-parallel to the first plane.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the angled grating is a first angled grating and the laser energy is a first form of laser energy claim 1 , the device further including a second angled grating disposed within the distal end portion of the optical fiber claim 1 , wherein the second angled grating is configured to reflect a second form of laser energy different from the first form of laser energy.5. The device of claim 1 , further including a cap having an opening claim 1 , ...

Подробнее
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Scanning ureteroscope for maximizing efficiency in laser lithotripsy

Номер: US20220031344A1
Автор: Tailin Fan
Принадлежит: Gyrus ACMI Inc

A surgical laser system comprises a laser source configured to generate laser energy; a laser fiber optically coupled to the laser source and configured to discharge the laser energy generated by the laser source; a rocker arm configured to control an orientation of the discharged laser energy; and a controller configured to control a movement of the rocker arm in response to feedback of the discharged laser energy or to pre-defined settings of the laser source.

Подробнее
03-02-2022 дата публикации

FLUID MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WITH INTEGRATED LASER FIBER COOLING

Номер: US20220031392A1
Принадлежит: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED, INC.

A medical system may include: a medical device including an elongate shaft configured to access a treatment site within a patient and a handle coupled to a proximal end of the elongate shaft; a laser device including an elongate tubular member configured for insertion through a working lumen of the medical device, the elongate tubular member including a cooling channel and a laser fiber extending distally within the cooling channel; and a fluid management system including an inflow pump configured to pump fluid from a first fluid supply source through the elongate shaft to the treatment site, a cooling pump configured to pump fluid from a second fluid supply source through the cooling channel, and a controller configured to control the inflow pump and the cooling pump. 1. A medical system , comprising: an elongate shaft configured to access a treatment site within a patient; and', 'a handle coupled to a proximal end of the elongate shaft;, 'a medical device comprisinga laser device including an elongate tubular member configured for insertion through a working lumen of the medical device, the elongate tubular member including a cooling channel and a laser fiber extending distally within the cooling channel; and an inflow pump configured to pump fluid from a first fluid supply source through the elongate shaft to the treatment site;', 'a cooling pump configured to pump fluid from a second fluid supply source through the cooling channel; and', 'a controller configured to control the inflow pump and the cooling pump., 'a fluid management system comprising2. The medical system of claim 1 , wherein the cooling pump is a peristaltic pump.3. The medical system of claim 1 , wherein the cooling pump is a diaphragm pump.4. The medical system of claim 1 , wherein the cooling pump is a positive displacement pump.5. The medical system of claim 1 , wherein the cooling pump includes a disposable claim 1 , single-use pump head.6. The medical system of claim 1 , wherein the fluid ...

Подробнее
03-02-2022 дата публикации

DENTAL LASER UNIT WITH COMMUNICATION LINK TO ASSISTANCE CENTER

Номер: US20220031548A1
Принадлежит:

A medical treatment apparatus includes a power and control (PAC) device. The PAC device provides electrical power through a cable to a laser handpiece assembly to electrically power a laser source within the handpiece assembly. The PAC device controls operation of the handpiece assembly and detects an identification of the handpiece assembly. The PAC device also monitors data relating to operation of the handpiece assembly. The PAC device uploads, through a communication network to a user assistance center remote from the PAC device, the handpiece assembly identification and the monitored data. 1. A method of providing a user assistance center and a remotely located medical treatment power and control (PAC) device , comprising:configuring the user assistance center to bidirectionally communicate over a communication network with the PAC device;configuring the user assistance center to receive from a user over the communication network, one or more notes input into the PAC device regarding use of the PAC device; andconfiguring the PAC device to:provide electrical power through a cable to a handpiece assembly;control operation of the handpiece assembly;detect an identification of the handpiece assembly;automatically switch the handpiece assembly to ready mode based on the identification without further action from the user;monitor data relating to operation of the handpiece assembly; andupload, through the communication network to a user assistance center that is remote from the PAC device, the handpiece assembly identification and the monitored data.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the PAC device is further configured to:download, through the communication network from the user assistance center, an update of software that controls the PAC device, wherein the update is prepared based on the uploaded data; andimplement the software update.3. The apparatus of wherein the PAC device is further configured to:download, through the network from the assistance center, ...

Подробнее
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Task-less optical mapping of brain function using resting state functional connectivity

Номер: US20170014066A1
Принадлежит: Washington University in St Louis WUSTL

A method for utilizing an optical system for taskless mapping of brain function includes determining a time series of dynamic light measurements for a plurality of spatially distributed source-detector pairs, receiving the dynamic light measurements over a period of time using the source-detector pairs without dependence on either a task or a change in physiological condition, generating a plurality of temporal correlations between regions of a brain for the light measurements based on the time series of the spatially distributed source-detector pairs and the received dynamic light measurements, producing at least one map of a respective strength of each of a plurality of temporal correlations, producing overlapping source-detector pairs measurements using diffuse optical tomography (DOT) geometries, reconstructing data representative of the dynamic light measurements into an image space using at least one DOT algorithm, and co-registering DOT voxel images obtained by the reconstruction to anatomical information.

Подробнее
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Cauterization devices, methods, and systems

Номер: US20170014187A1
Принадлежит: Boston Scientific Scimed Inc

Aspects of this disclosure pertain to a device with an elongated body having a distal end. The distal end may comprise a port that permits discharge of a laser energy towards a tissue from an optical fiber located in the distal end. An exterior surface of the distal end may include a cauterization portion that permits discharge of a cauterization energy towards the tissue. In some aspects, the device includes an insulative portion that attaches the distal end to the elongated body and limits energy transfer therebetween. Related systems and methods are also disclosed.

Подробнее
19-01-2017 дата публикации

LASER ABLATION CATHETER

Номер: US20170014188A1
Принадлежит:

A system and devices for ablation and removal of occlusions from blood vessels is provided. Laser culling systems and mechanical cutting systems are provided in catheter devices, the cutting systems operable to ablate, cut, dislodge, and otherwise remove occlusions within a blood vessel that may limit or prevent proper circulation. Catheter systems comprise distal end features adapted to cut and remove al least portions of an occlusion that generally correspond to dimensions of an inner lumen of a catheter. 118-. (canceled)19. A catheter , comprising:an outer jacket;a plurality of optical fibers disposed radially inwardly relative to the outer jacket and exposed at a distal end of the catheter, the plurality of optical fibers being adapted to transmit laser energy to the distal end of the catheter for ablating material;a lumen disposed radially inwardly relative to the plurality of optical fibers; andan inner band disposed at the distal end of the catheter, the inner band comprising an orifice at a distal end of the inner band and in communication with the lumen, the orifice being smaller than the lumen, the inner band comprising a straight interior surface extending from the orifice to a proximal end of the inner band, and the orifice and the lumen being adapted to aspirate material therethrough.20. The catheter of claim 19 , further comprising an outer band disposed at the distal end of the catheter and disposed radially outwardly relative to the inner band.21. The catheter of claim 20 , wherein the outer band comprises a tapering outer surface.22. The catheter of claim 21 , wherein the tapering outer surface tapers radially inwardly proceeding distally.23. The catheter of claim 20 , wherein the plurality of optical fibers are located between the outer band and the inner band.24. The catheter of claim 19 , wherein the plurality of optical fibers comprises at least one annular row of optical fibers located concentrically around the lumen.25. The catheter of claim ...

Подробнее
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for skin stabilization and positioning

Номер: US20190015153A1
Автор: Dieter Manstein
Принадлежит: Individual

Exemplary embodiments of a method, device, and apparatus for positioning an apparatus on a location of a tissue. For example, a substantially rigid film over an area of tissue to be treated can be provided. The film can include a positioning arrangement that facilitates a particular spatial engagement with the apparatus. The exemplary method can further include applying a portion of the film to a portion of a surface of the tissue and positioning the apparatus at the location by the engagement of the film to the apparatus using the feature of the film.

Подробнее
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Systems and methods to facilitate delivery of a therapeutic agent into the skin of a subject

Номер: US20190015155A1
Принадлежит: General Hospital Corp

The present disclosure is directed to systems and methods that facilitate delivery of a therapeutic agent into the skin of a subject. A first mechanism can create a first angled channel through a first location on a surface of a subject's skin at a first angle relative to the surface of the subject's skin. A second mechanism, associated with the first mechanism, can create a second angled channel through a second location on the surface of the subject's skin at a second angle relative to the surface of the subject's skin. The first angled channel and the second angled channel intersect to form a connected channel under the surface of the subject's skin.

Подробнее
17-01-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR REDUCING NEURAL ACTIVITY IN AN ORGAN OF A SUBJECT

Номер: US20190015156A1
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure provides, according to some embodiments, methods and systems for selectively reducing, blocking or inhibiting at least part of the neural activity in an organ of a subject. In preferred embodiments, the method and system are used for selectively blocking at least part of the neural activity in a duodenum of a subject in need thereof. According to some embodiments, the selective blocking occurs through use of laser radiation. According to some embodiments, the selective blocking comprises causing damage to at least part of sensory nerves located within a target area while maintaining functional activity of tissue surrounding the sensory nerves. According to some embodiments, the sensory nerves include neurons configured to transmit signals triggered by food passing through the duodenum, such as, but not limited to, neurohormonal signals. 1. A method for reducing neural activity in a submucosal layer of a duodenum wall of a subject , the method comprising:introducing at least one device configured to transmit acoustic energy into the duodenum of the subject; anddirecting an acoustic beam at the duodenal wall, such that an area of the submucosal layer including sensory neurons is selectively modified, while functional activity of the mucosal layer and muscle tissue around the area is maintained.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensory neurons comprise at least part of a Meissner's plexus and ganglia nerves within the submucosal layer.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensory neurons comprise at least one neuron that is activated by food passing through the duodenum.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein said subject is afflicted with a metabolic disorder.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein said subject is afflicted with a medical condition selected from the group consisting of obesity claim 1 , type 2 diabetes claim 1 , insulin resistance and combinations thereof.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising stretching the duodenum thereby ...

Подробнее
17-01-2019 дата публикации

LASER GENERATOR USING DIFFRACTIVE OPTICAL ELEMENT

Номер: US20190015157A1
Автор: Grace Kenneth P.
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure relates generally to devices, methods and systems for laser generators, and more specifically, to laser generators having an optical assembly, which allows fiber optic catheters to couple to laser generators while delivering laser beams. 1. A laser generator comprising:a laser source producing a beam of light; and a waveplate receiving the beam of light;', 'a thin film polarizer downstream of the waveplate and receiving the beam of light and reflecting a first portion of the beam and allowing a second portion of the beam to pass there through;', 'a beam dump receiving the first portion of the beam;', 'a beam expander downstream of the waveplate and receiving the second portion of the beam;', 'a diffuser downstream of the beam expander and receiving the second portion of the beam of light; and', 'a mixing fiber downstream of the diffuser and receiving the second portion of the beam of light, wherein the mixing fiber emits the second portion of the beam of light., 'an optical assembly downstream of the laser source, wherein the optical assembly receives the beam of light, wherein the optical assembly comprises2. The laser generator of claim 1 , wherein the laser source produces a beam of light comprising about 355 nanometers.3. The laser generator of claim 1 , wherein the laser source produces a beam of light between about 10 nanometers to about 5000 nanometers.4. The laser generator of claim 1 , wherein the diffuser is a diffracting optical element.5. A laser generator comprising:a laser source producing a beam of light having a plurality of pulses, wherein the pulses comprise a pulse width; and a waveplate receiving the beam of light;', 'a thin film polarizer downstream of the waveplate and receiving the beam of light and reflecting a first portion of the beam and allowing a second portion of the beam to pass there through, wherein the second portion of the beam has the pulse width;', 'a beam dump receiving the first portion of the beam;', 'a ...

Подробнее
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Treatment Using Low Intensity Laser Therapy

Номер: US20160015997A1
Автор: Srinivasan Pattanam
Принадлежит:

Deep Tissue Low Intensity Laser Therapy or Treatment (DT-LILT) as described here is a novel methodology through which selective destruction of nociceptive (pain) nerves can be brought upon by a medical laser delivery system using the phenomenon of absorption and cell resonance. Using this method nerve cells that transmit pain can be selectively destroyed leaving the surrounding tissues intact as no heat is generated. The delivery system incorporates a fine needle through which a 703 nm (range 690 to 710) pulsed wave low intensity laser is delivered deep into the body, directly to the area of pain causing selective destruction of pain nerves. Laser devices based on this methodology should be used only by the physician or equivalent professional community since diagnosing and defining the area of pain is critical to providing successful pain relief.

Подробнее
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus for Working on Eye Tissue by Means of a Pulsed Laser Beam

Номер: US20190015250A1
Автор: Rathjen Christian
Принадлежит:

For the purposes of working on eye tissue, an ophthalmological apparatus comprises a laser source that is configured to produce a pulsed laser beam, a focusing optical unit that is configured to focus the pulsed laser beam into the eye tissue, and a scanner system for deflecting the pulsed laser beam onto work target points in the eye tissue. The scanner system is configured to guide the pulsed laser beam onto work target points along a scan line that extends across a work line at an alignment angle and to tilt the scan line depending on the work target point on the work line in such a way that the scan line extends substantially along an outer face of a lenticule to be cut in the eye tissue. 1. Ophthalmological apparatus for working on eye tissue , comprising a laser source that is configured to produce a pulsed laser beam; a focusing optical unit that is configured to focus the pulsed laser beam into the eye tissue; a scanner system , comprising a first scanner module and a second scanner module , for deflecting the pulsed laser beam onto work target points in the eye tissue; and a circuit for controlling the ophthalmological apparatus; whereinthe circuit is configured to control the second scanner module in such a way that the second scanner module guides the pulsed laser beam in a feed direction onto work target points along a work line that extends along an outer face of a lenticule to be cut in the eye tissue, transversely to meridians of the lenticule;the first scanner module is configured to guide the pulsed laser beam onto work target points along a scan line that extends across the work line at an alignment angle in a horizontal work plane, with a substantially higher scanning speed in comparison with the scanning speed of the second scanner module in the feed direction; andthe ophthalmological apparatus comprises a z-modulator that is configured to tilt the scan line out of the work plane depending on a specific work target point of the second scanner ...

Подробнее
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Light-Emitting Device And Method For Providing Phototherapy to The Brain

Номер: US20190015679A1
Принадлежит:

An apparatus is provided for irradiating at least a portion of a patient's brain with electromagnetic radiation to treat stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's Disease, or depression. The apparatus includes a source of the electromagnetic radiation. The apparatus further includes an output optical element including a rigid and substantially thermally conductive material and a surface configured to be in thermal communication with the patient's body. The apparatus further includes a cooler thermally coupled to the output optical element to remove heat from the output optical element. The apparatus further includes a heat sink thermally coupled to the cooler, wherein the heat sink is positioned so that the electromagnetic radiation from the source propagates through the heat sink and through the output optical element. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for irradiating at least a portion of a patient's brain , comprising: a source of the electromagnetic radiation, the electromagnetic radiation having at least one wavelength in a range between about 780 nanometers and about 840 nanometers;', "an output optical element comprising sapphire, the output optical element comprising a front surface configured to face towards the patient's scalp and to be in thermal communication with the patient's scalp during treatment and a back surface configured to face away from the patient's scalp during treatment;", "a thermoelectric cooler thermally coupled to the back surface of the output optical element and configured to remove heat from the output optical element through the back surface and to actively cool an irradiated portion of the patient's scalp; and", 'a heat sink thermally coupled to the thermoelectric cooler, wherein the heat sink is positioned so that the electromagnetic radiation from the source propagates through the heat sink and through the output optical element; and, "placing a light emitting device in contact with a predetermined portion of at least one of the ...

Подробнее
21-01-2021 дата публикации

MEDICAL SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND DEVICES FOR HYPOPIGMENTATION COOLING TREATMENTS

Номер: US20210015536A1
Принадлежит:

Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to methods, devices, and systems for reducing a pigmentation of a skin of a patient. In some embodiments, freezing of the skin may be desirable to effect the hypopigmentation of the skin of the patient. Generally, embodiments may limit supercooling (or promote freezing) of the skin of the patient during a cooling treatment. In some embodiments, coupling fluids are provided to reduce a thermal contact resistance between a cooling treatment probe and the skin of the patient to improve cooling treatment. Optionally, a fluid carrier may be provided to help retain the coupling fluid at the treatment site. In some embodiments, the coupling fluid may include ice nucleating agents to promote ice crystal formation in the coupling fluid during cooling treatment. The ice crystal formation in the coupling fluid may progress into the skin to limit supercooling of the skin during treatment. 1. A method of altering pigmentation in a skin of a patient , the method comprising:generating seed crystals on a contact surface of a cooling treatment probe;applying a coupling fluid to a treatment area on the skin of the patient;applying the contact surface of the cooling treatment probe to the treatment area with the applied coupling fluid present, wherein the applying the contact surface of the cooling treatment probe to the treatment area with the applied coupling fluid present introduces an ice nucleating agent to the coupling fluid, the ice nucleating agent configured to promote ice formation in the coupling fluid and to limit supercooling of the skin in the treatment area, and wherein applying the contact surface of the cooling treatment probe to the treatment area with the applied coupling fluid present promotes ice crystal formation in the coupling fluid and wherein the ice crystal formation in the coupling fluid propagates into the skin of the patient.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein generating seed crystals on the contact ...

Подробнее
16-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VISION REHABILITATION THERAPY

Номер: US20200016024A1
Принадлежит:

A system for vision rehabilitation therapy includes a controller, a laser generator for generating a laser beam with a cyclic frequency-varying laser pulse train having a frequency range of 10 Hz˜35 Hz, and a light spot regulating device for forming a light spot with a diameter of about 20 mm and a laser power density of less than 1.5 mW/cm. A blade is disposed in front of the laser generator and shaped to block or unblock the laser beam as the blade rotates. A speed regulating motor is provided to regulate rotation speed of the blade through a drive circuit. A pair of virtual reality three-dimensional glasses is provided to generate a virtual reality three-dimensional green scenery, and a massage device is provided to massage acupoints around the eyes and on the head of a user. 1. A system for vision rehabilitation therapy , comprising:a controller;a laser source module coupled with the controller;a laser pulse train frequency regulation and control module coupled with the laser source module, the laser source module and the laser pulse train frequency regulation and control module being capable of generating a laser beam with a cyclic frequency-varying laser pulse train having a frequency range of 10 Hz˜35 Hz; and{'sup': '2', 'a light spot regulating device coupled with the laser pulse train frequency regulation and control module, the light spot regulating device being capable of forming a light spot with a diameter of about 20 mm and a laser power density of less than 1.5 mW/cm.'}2. The system for vision rehabilitation therapy as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the laser source module and the laser pulse train frequency regulation and control module comprise:a laser generator for generating the laser beam;a rotatable blade disposed in front of the laser generator, the blade being shaped to block or unblock the laser beam as the blade rotates;a speed regulating motor for rotating the blade and regulating speed of rotation of the blade; anda motor drive circuit ...

Подробнее
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Registering Image Data Between Different Types of Image Data to Guide a Medical Procedure

Номер: US20150018666A1
Принадлежит:

A method and apparatus are provided for registering image data between two different types of image data. The image data is obtained during two separate scanning processes. The first process is a high-resolution imaging process, such as a CT scan or an MRI. The second process is a lower resolution process, such as ultrasound. The image data is registered in real time so that the combined image data can be displayed during the second process to guide a medical professional during a procedure. 1. A method for registering image data between two images , comprising the steps of:scanning a patient using a first imaging modality to obtain a first set of image data for a portion of the patient;scanning a patient using a second imaging modality to obtain a second set of image data for the portion of the patient;identifying a portion of the first set of image data corresponding to a portion of interest; andanalyzing the second set of data relative to the identified portion to identify a portion of the second image data corresponding to the portion of interest.2. The method of comprising the step of illustrating the portion of interest on a display of the second image data in response to the step of analyzing the second set of image data.3. A method for registering image data of a patient from two imaging devices to guide a surgical procedure claim 1 , wherein a first set of image data of the patient is provided by a first imaging device using a first imaging modality claim 1 , wherein the method comprises the steps of:scanning a patient using a second imaging device to obtain a second set of image data for a portion of the patient, wherein the second imaging device uses a second imaging modality that is different than the first imaging modality;automatically processing the second set of image data to correlate the second set of image data with the first image data modality to align image data of a target tissue of the patient from the second imaging modality with image data ...

Подробнее
21-01-2021 дата публикации

DEVICES AND METHOD OF PRODUCING LARGER LUMENS WITH HIGH ENERGY PULSED ULTRAVIOLET LASER ABLATION

Номер: US20210015978A1
Принадлежит:

Embodiments relate to the design and use of a low profile ablation catheter with a liquid core for use in laser ablation removal of arterial plaque blockages to restore blood flow. 1. A method of enlarging an initial lumen in a target lesion in a vessel of a human being , comprising:positioning a catheter near the target lesion of the vessel;inserting a liquid core ablation catheter through an inner lumen of the catheter adjacent the target lesion;passing a guidewire into the initial lumen in the target lesion with the liquid core ablation catheter withdrawn from the initial lumen; andthereafter advancing the liquid core ablation catheter through the initial lumen substantially parallel to the guidewire while lasing and emitting ablation energy from the distal end of the liquid core ablation catheter.2. The method of further comprising passing a plurality of guidewires into the initial lumen in the target lesion with the liquid core ablation catheter withdrawn from the initial lumen and advancing the liquid core ablation catheter through the initial lumen substantially parallel to the plurality of guidewires while lasing and emitting ablation energy from the distal end of the liquid core ablation catheter.3. The method of further comprising forming the initial lumen with the liquid core ablation catheter by advancing the liquid core ablation catheter into the target lesion while lasing and emitting ablation energy from the distal end of the liquid core ablation catheter.4. The method of wherein at least one radiopaque marker is disposed on each of the liquid core ablation catheter and the catheter and wherein the radiopaque markers are used to identify a location of each of the liquid core ablation catheter and catheter in the vessel and the location of each catheter with respect to each other while lasing and emitting ablation energy from the distal end of the liquid core ablation catheter.5. The method of further comprising injecting saline through an inner lumen ...

Подробнее
25-01-2018 дата публикации

LASER-DIRECTED MICROCAVITATION

Номер: US20180021086A1
Принадлежит: Institut National D'Optique

Methods and systems for the controlled generation of bubbles in a medium having a liquid phase are generally provided. Laser pulses having a time-dependent pulse parameter controllable over their duration are generated. The medium is irradiated with the laser pulses with a radiant exposure sufficient to initiate microcavitation within the medium during each laser pulse. The time-dependent pulse parameter of each laser pulse is controlled according to a generally positive variation over the pulse duration such that the medium absorbs a greater quantity of energy from the laser pulse at an end of the pulse duration than at a beginning thereof. Such methods and systems may be used for various applications such as biology, medicine or material processing. 1. A method for the generation , in a medium having a liquid phase , of microcavitation bubbles of maximum volume controlled over at least twice a threshold radiant exposure , comprising:using a laser system comprising a pulse shaping mechanism, generating one or more laser pulses, each laser pulse having a pulse duration between 1 ns and 5000 ns and an energy selected to deliver a radiant exposure sufficient to initiate microcavitation within the medium during said pulse duration, each laser pulse having a tailored amplitude profile selected to deliver a greater quantity of energy to the medium during an end portion of the pulse duration than during a beginning portion thereof; andirradiating the medium with the laser pulses.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the pulse shaping mechanism comprises a digital pulse shaping module.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the laser system comprises a seed light source and first and second amplitude modulators claim 2 , the digital pulse shaping module providing control signals to the first and second amplitude modulators.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the pulse shaping mechanism comprises a pulse generator electrically driving a seed light ...

Подробнее
25-01-2018 дата публикации

OPTIC FIBER FIXTURES FOR ILLUMINATED LASER PROBES

Номер: US20180021088A1
Принадлежит: KATALYST SURGICAL, LLC

A single-use illuminated laser probe may include an optic fiber, an illumination optic fiber, a handle, a hypodermic tube, a transitory connector, and an illumination optic fiber housing. The optic fiber may be disposed in the hypodermic tube, the handle, and the transitory connector. The illumination optic fiber may be disposed in the hypodermic tube, the handle, and the illumination optic fiber housing. A user may insert the transitory connector in an optic fiber fixture to transmit laser light through the optic fiber. A user may insert the illumination optic fiber housing in an illumination optic fiber fixtures to transmit illumination light through the illumination optic fiber. 1. An instrument comprising:a handle having a handle distal end and a handle proximal end;a hypodermic tube having a hypodermic tube distal end and a hypodermic tube proximal end, the hypodermic tube disposed in a hypodermic tube housing of the handle wherein the hypodermic tube distal end extends out from the handle distal end;a transitory connector having a transitory connector distal end and a transitory connector proximal end;an illumination optic fiber housing having an illumination optic fiber housing distal end and an illumination optic fiber housing proximal end;an optic fiber having an optic fiber distal end and an optic fiber proximal end, the optic fiber disposed in the handle, the hypodermic tube, and the transitory connector wherein the optic fiber distal end is adjacent to the hypodermic tube distal end and wherein the optic fiber proximal end extends out from the transitory connector distal end; andan illumination optic fiber having an illumination optic fiber distal end and an illumination optic fiber proximal end, the illumination optic fiber disposed in the handle, the hypodermic tube, and the illumination optic fiber housing wherein the illumination optic fiber distal end is adjacent to the hypodermic tube distal end and wherein the illumination optic fiber proximal end ...

Подробнее
25-01-2018 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR IMAGE GUIDED CELL ABLATION WITH MICROSCOPIC RESOLUTION

Номер: US20180021090A1
Автор: Ferrer Jorge, Lee W. David
Принадлежит: Lumicell, Inc.

The invention provides systems and method for the removal of diseased cells during surgery 1. An in vivo method of treating a subject with a tumor comprising:(a) administering a composition comprising a molecular imaging probe to the subject, wherein the imaging probe labels at least one of tumor cells and tumor associated cells;(b) permitting the molecular imaging probe to clear preferentially from healthy tissue leaving the at least one of tumor cells and tumor associated cells labeled;(c) performing initial resection surgery to remove tumor cells from the subject thereby creating a resection bed;(d) directing light towards the resection bed;(e) obtaining an in situ fluorescence image of the resection bed using an imaging system;(f) detecting the labeled tumor cells or the labeled tumor associated cells, if present in the resection bed, using the fluorescence image; and(g) if labeled tumor cells or labeled tumor associated cells are detected in (f), performing further resection surgery to remove the labeled tumor cells or labeled tumor associated inflammation cells.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting the labeled tumor cells or the labeled tumor associated cells claim 1 , if present in the resection bed claim 1 , comprises detecting the labeled tumor associated cells claim 1 , if present in the resection bed.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting the labeled tumor cells or the labeled tumor associated cells claim 1 , if present in the resection bed claim 1 , comprises detecting both the labeled tumor cells and the labeled tumor associated cells claim 1 , if present in the resection bed.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the tumor associated cells include at least one of tumor associated inflammation cells and tumor associated macrophages.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the light has a wavelength between 100 nm and 2500 nm.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the molecular imaging probe is a clearance differential probe including a fluorescent label ...

Подробнее
25-01-2018 дата публикации

STEERABLE LASER PROBE

Номер: US20180021173A1
Принадлежит: KATALYST SURGICAL, LLC

A steerable laser probe may include a handle having a handle distal end and a handle proximal end, a housing sleeve disposed in an inner bore of the handle configured to project a distance from the handle distal end, an optic fiber disposed in the housing sleeve, a shape memory sleeve disposed over a distal end of the optic fiber, and a light source configured to connect to a proximal end of the optic fiber. The shape memory sleeve may be configured to curve the distal end of the optic fiber at an angle, e.g., 90 degrees, when the shape memory sleeve is not contained within the housing sleeve. 1. A laser probe comprising:a handle having a handle distal end and a handle proximal end;an actuation structure of the handle;a plurality of actuation arms of the actuation structure;a nosecone having a nosecone distal end and a nosecone proximal end;an actuation mechanism having an actuation mechanism distal end and an actuation mechanism proximal end wherein the actuation mechanism is at least partially disposed in the actuation structure;a housing sleeve having a housing sleeve distal end and a housing sleeve proximal end wherein the housing sleeve is disposed in the nosecone wherein the housing sleeve distal end extends from the nosecone distal end;a shape memory sleeve having a shape memory sleeve distal end and a shape memory sleeve proximal end wherein the shape memory sleeve is disposed in the handle and the housing sleeve; andis an optic fiber having an optic fiber distal end and an optic fiber proximal end wherein the optic fiber is disposed in the handle, the shape memory sleeve, and the housing sleeve and wherein a compression of the actuation structure is configured to curve the optic fiber.2. The laser probe of wherein the compression of the actuation structure is configured to extend a portion of the actuation mechanism out from the actuation structure.3. The laser probe of wherein the compression of the actuation structure is configured to extend the actuation ...

Подробнее
22-01-2015 дата публикации

LASER-ASSISTED TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY OF NANOPARTICULATES AND HYDROGELS

Номер: US20150025445A1

Systems for laser assisted delivery of therapeutic agents include an ultraviolet laser configured to produce a laser beam at a wavelength appropriate for tissue ablation; a lens configured to focus and direct the laser beam to a site, such that an opening is produced in a surface of the site's tissue; a nozzle having an aperture that emits the laser beam and that controls delivery of one or more agents to the site; and an imaging device configured to monitor a depth of penetration of the one or more agents into the site's tissue. 1. A laser treatment system , comprising:an ultraviolet laser configured to produce a laser beam at a wavelength appropriate for tissue ablation;a lens configured to focus and direct the laser beam to a site, such that an opening is produced in a surface of the site's tissue;a nozzle having an aperture that emits the laser beam and that controls delivery of one or more agents to the site; andan imaging device configured to monitor a depth of penetration of the one or more agents into the site's tissue.2. The laser treatment system of claim 1 , further comprising a control module configured to control the laser beam's diameter and ablation depth and to control the delivery of the one or more agents based on the depth of penetration.3. The laser treatment system of claim 2 , wherein the control module is configured to monitor penetration depth of the one or more agents and to determine when the one or more agents have penetrated to a predetermined depth4. The laser treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the nozzle further comprises an annular channel for the delivery of the one or more agents.5. The laser treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the nozzle sprays the one or more agents from a same aperture as emits the laser beam.6. The laser treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more agents are therapeutic or cosmetic substances.7. The laser treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more agents are encapsulated in a ...

Подробнее
23-01-2020 дата публикации

A CUTTING ASSEMBLY FOR A HAIR CUTTING DEVICE

Номер: US20200022756A1
Принадлежит:

There is provided a cutting assembly for use in a hair cutting device. The cutting assembly includes a cutting element having a first end and a second end, the cutting element comprising an optical waveguide for receiving light from at least one light source. The cutting assembly includes a first light guiding element configured to guide light from the at least one light source into the first end of the cutting element, and a second light guiding element configured to guide light from the at least one light source into the second end of the cutting element. Each of the light guiding elements comprises a taper transition section in which a diameter of the light guiding element reduces from a first diameter to a second diameter. A hair cutting device comprising a cutting assembly is also disclosed. 1. A cutting assembly for use in a hair cutting device , the cutting assembly comprising:a cutting element having a first end and a second end, the cutting element comprising an optical waveguide for receiving light from at least one light source;a first light guiding element configured to guide light from the at least one light source into the first end of the cutting element; anda second light guiding element configured to guide light from the at least one light source into the second end of the cutting element;wherein each of the light guiding elements comprises a taper transition section in which a diameter of the light guiding element reduces from a first diameter to a second diameter.2. A cutting assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising:a beam splitter for dividing light from the at least one light source into two paths, a first path along the first light guiding element from the beam splitter to the first end of the cutting element, and a second path along the second light guiding element from the beam splitter to the second end of the cutting element.3. A cutting assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the beam splitter comprises a 50-50 coupler.4. A ...

Подробнее
28-01-2021 дата публикации

LIGHT BASED THERAPY DEVICES AND METHODS

Номер: US20210023389A1
Принадлежит: Hair Group, LLC

The present invention relates to a light therapy device article of manufacture, system and method for providing light is delivered to the skin by means of one or more optical fibers in therapeutic dosages from light source in wavelengths of 614-624 nm, 668-684 nm, 751-772 nm, and 813-846 nm. The light source may be comprised from one or more light emitting diodes LED disposed on a flexible printed circuit board (PCB) and ferrule adapter assembly configured to deliver light to the skin directly of the patient from the light source disposed on the PCB adjacent a scalp surface. A control circuit operably connected to the PCB is adapted to provide energy to one or more zones of LEDs to address hair loss treatment regimen including splotchy balding, receding hairline balding, crown balding and total scalp surface therapy. Accordingly, a portable, cordless, hands-free light therapy device may configured as a headdress to be worn by the patient to minimize the negative psychological association of hair loss, while still providing effective hair growth treatment at an affordable price. 1a support structure forming a contoured shape, where an interior space of the contoured shape is adapted for placement over the body organ;a plurality of projection assemblies each having at least one projection element, where each projection element comprises a distal portion having an illumination source configured to direct the electromagnetic energy to the body organ, where the distal portion is flexible to accommodate bending upon a shift in the support structure; andeach of the plurality of projection assemblies being moveably coupled to the support structure with a biasing element that causes the distal portion and illumination source of the projection element to extend into the interior space of the contoured shape, where the biasing element permits proximal movement of the projection element upon engaging a surface of the body organ to permit the projection elements of the plurality ...

Подробнее
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Integrated Optical Neural Probe

Номер: US20180028119A1
Принадлежит: DIAGNOSTIC BIOCHIPS, INC.

In certain embodiments, a neural probe comprises a substrate comprising elongated shanks for penetrating neural tissue, each comprising a proximal end and a distal end; at least one optical source integral to the neural probe for illuminating the neural tissue; and microelectrodes located proximate the distal end of the elongated shanks for monitoring neuronal activity. In certain embodiments, a method of monitoring neuronal activity comprises implanting the neural probe into a test subject such that the elongated shanks protrude into neural tissue of the test subject; illuminating the neural tissue with the at least one optical source; and measuring neuronal activity in response to illuminating the neural tissue. In certain embodiments, a device comprises a semiconductor chip; at least one optical source integral to the semiconductor chip; and sensor elements integral to the semiconductor chip for collecting data responsive to light emitted from the at least one optical source. 1. A neural probe , comprising:a semiconductor substrate comprising a back end and one or more elongated shanks for penetrating neural tissue, each elongated shank comprising a proximal end and a distal end;at least one optical source integral to the neural probe for illuminating the neural tissue, wherein the optical source is located proximate the distal end of one or more elongated shanks such that, when the probe is implanted, the neural tissue may be illuminated without the use of an optical waveguide; andone or more microelectrodes located proximate the distal end of one or more of the elongated shanks for monitoring neural activity,wherein the at least one optical source comprises a buffer layer, an active semiconductor layer comprising a III-V semiconductor, and a passivation layer.2. The neural probe of claim 1 , further comprising readout circuitry electrically connected to the one or more microelectrodes.3. The neural probe of claim 2 , wherein the readout circuitry comprises one ...

Подробнее
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Unitary Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting Devices

Номер: US20180028213A1
Принадлежит:

Unitary endoscopic vessel harvesting devices are disclosed. In some embodiments, such devices may comprise an elongated body having a proximal end and a distal end. A conical tip may be disposed at the distal end of the elongated body. In addition, the surgical instrument may include one or more surgical instruments moveable in a longitudinal direction along an axis substantially parallel to a central longitudinal axis of the cannula from a retracted position proximally of a distal end of the tip to an advanced position toward the distal end of the tip to seal and cut a blood vessel. 1. A method for harvesting a blood vessel comprising:advancing a cannula having a conical dissection tip disposed at a distal tip of an elongated body along a main vessel to separate the main vessel and its branch vessels from the surrounding tissue;moving one or more surgical instruments in a longitudinal direction along an axis substantially parallel to a central longitudinal axis of the cannula from a retracted position proximal of a distal end of the tip to an advanced position toward the distal end of the tip;manipulating the one or more surgical instruments to seal and cut the branch vessel.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the step of advancing claim 1 , the tip is removable to expose the distal end of the elongated body.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the step of advancing claim 1 , the tip is retractable over the elongated body to expose the distal end of the elongated body.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the step of advancing claim 1 , the tip includes one or more optical windows.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the cannula further comprises a cover moveable from a first position over the one or more optical windows to cover the one or more optical windows to a second position away from the one or more optical windows to expose the one or more optical windows.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the step of moving ...

Подробнее
17-02-2022 дата публикации

LASER SHAVING

Номер: US20220047330A1
Принадлежит:

A device configured to cut hair using laser light includes a handle portion and a shaving portion. The handle portion includes a battery and a laser light source. The laser light source is coupled to and configured to receive power from the battery. The laser light source is also configured to generate laser light having a wavelength selected to target a predetermined chromophore to effectively cut a hair shaft. The shaving portion includes a support and a single fiber optic supported by the support. The fiber optic has a proximal end, a distal end, an outer wall, and a cutting region positioned towards the distal end and extending along a portion of the side wall. The fiber optic is positioned to receive the laser light from the laser light source at the proximal end, conduct the laser light from the proximal end toward the distal end, and emit the light out of the cutting region and toward hair when the cutting region is brought in contact with the hair. 1{'claim-text': ['a support;', 'a fiber optic supported by the support, the fiber optic having a proximal end, a distal end, an outer side wall, and a cutting region positioned towards the distal end and extending along a portion of the outer side wall; and', 'a coating positioned on at least a portion of the fiber optic;'], '#text': 'a shaving portion configured to be coupled to a handle portion, the shaving portion comprising:'}wherein the shaving portion is configured to provide laser light having a wavelength selected to target a chromophore to cut a hair shaft, andwherein the fiber optic is positioned to receive the laser light at the proximal end, conduct the laser light from the proximal end toward the distal end, and emit at least a portion of the laser light out of the cutting region and toward hair when the cutting region is brought in contact with the hair.. A device configured to cut hair using laser light, the device comprising: The present application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 16 ...

Подробнее
17-02-2022 дата публикации

LIGHT IRRADIATION DEVICE AND LIGHT IRRADIATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20220047884A1
Принадлежит: ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD.

A medical light irradiation device is provided with an elongated main body portion, a light irradiation portion, and a marker portion. The light irradiation portion is provided on one portion of a side surface on a distal end side of a main body portion, and irradiates light towards outside. The marker portion is provided on a distal end side of the main body portion, is radiopaque, and has a shape for identifying the location of the light irradiation portion in a circumferential direction when viewed from the outside. 1. A medical light irradiation device comprising:an elongated main body portion;a light irradiation portion which is provided on one portion of a side surface on a distal end side of the main body portion, and which is configured to irradiate light towards outside of the light irradiation device; anda marker portion which is provided on the distal end side of the main body portion, wherein the marker portion is radiopaque and has a shape for identifying a location of the light irradiation portion in a circumferential direction of the light irradiation device when viewed from the outside.2. The light irradiation device according to claim 1 , whereinthe shape of the marker portion is spiral and extends in an axial direction of the light irradiation device.3. The light irradiation device according to claim 1 , further comprising a radiopaque distal end side marker portion provided on a distal end side of the marker portion.4. The light irradiation device according to claim 1 , further comprising a radiopaque proximal end side marker portion provided on a proximal end side of the marker portion.5. The light irradiation device according to claim 1 , whereinthe main body portion has an elongated tube shape having an inner cavity, and the marker portion is embedded in a tube wall of the main body portion.6. The light irradiation device according to claim 5 , further comprisinga light conveying portion which is embedded in the tube wall and extends from the ...

Подробнее
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Systems And Methods For Thermal Therapy

Номер: US20200030032A1
Принадлежит:

The present invention is directed to systems and methods for thermal therapy, especially to detection-guided, -controlled, and temperature-modulated interstitial thermal therapy. Thermal therapy may be used to treat the tissues of a patient. In the case of interstitial thermal therapy, energy is applied to generate heating of the tissue to affect treatment, such as, for example, thermally inducing tissue damage (e.g. thermally-induced tissue necrosis), which may be useful in treating tumors and/or other diseased tissues. Since targets for thermal therapy are internal to the patient, the use of detection guidance may be useful in locating and monitoring treatment of a target tissue. 1. A method of delivering energy to a target area , comprising:locating a plurality of integrated apparatuses proximate to the target area at substantially predetermined locations;providing a transfer fluid to each of said plurality of integrated apparatuses for circulation therein to at least exchange heat with an energy delivery component of each of said plurality of integrated apparatuses and at least a portion of the target area; andproviding energy to the at least a portion of the target area via energy delivery components located in said plurality of integrated apparatuses;wherein the locations of the plurality of integrated apparatuses, the locations of the energy delivery components therein, and the energy and transfer fluid provided to said integrated apparatuses are independently controlled to substantially apply a predetermined thermal profile to at least a portion of said target area to affect a temperature-induced change in a portion of said target area.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising scattering or diffusing the energy delivered via at least one of said energy delivery components.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said transfer fluid is provided prior to and during said providing of energy.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:locating said plurality of ...

Подробнее
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Light energy sealing, cutting and sensing surgical device

Номер: US20210030473A1
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

The present disclosure is directed towards a medical instrument. The medical instrument includes a housing and an end effector assembly operably connected to the housing. The end effector assembly includes first and second jaw members each having a tissue contacting surface, at least one of the first and second jaw members movable between a first, spaced-apart position and a second proximate position, wherein in the second position, the jaw members cooperate to define a cavity configured to receive tissue between the jaw members. The end effector also includes at least one light-emitting element coupled to at least one of the first and second jaw members, the at least one light-emitting element adapted to deliver light energy to tissue grasped between the first and second jaw members to treat the tissue.

Подробнее
09-02-2017 дата публикации

COHERENT IMAGING FIBER BASED HAIR REMOVAL DEVICE

Номер: US20170035508A1
Автор: Dhadwal Harbans S.
Принадлежит:

Provided are an apparatus and method for hair removal. The apparatus includes a light source, a coherent imaging fiber, a plurality of multimode optical fibers that transmit energy from the light source, and an applicator housing each proximal end of each optical fiber of the plurality of multimode optical fibers, with the coherent imaging fiber transmitting an image of a hair follicle from among a plurality of hair follicles, for viewing on a display. 1. An apparatus for hair removal , the apparatus comprising:a light source;a coherent imaging fiber;a plurality of multimode optical fibers configured to transmit energy from the light source; andan applicator configured to house each proximal end of each optical fiber of the plurality of multimode optical fibers,wherein the coherent imaging fiber is configured to transmit an image of a hair follicle from among a plurality of hair follicles, for viewing on a display.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the light source outputs electromagnetic energy in an optical band between 400 nm and 12 nm.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein electromagnetic energy is transmitted to remove the hair follicle from among the plurality of hair follicles.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the electromagnetic energy elevates the temperature of the hair follicle to be removed.5. The apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising an optical switch configured to switch the electromagnetic energy on or off.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein each proximal end of each optical fiber of the plurality of multimode optical fibers is operatively connected to the optical switch.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an electro-mechanical shutter synchronized with an on-off pulse of the light source.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of multimode optical fibers form a coherent fiber bundle.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of multimode optical fibers are configured in a ring surrounding the coherent ...

Подробнее
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Puncturing Instrument, Puncturing Equipment, and Signal Processing Method of the Puncturing Equipment

Номер: US20170035509A1
Принадлежит:

A puncturing instrument is provided to overcome the inconvenience in performing the puncturing operation due to the inability to see the internal structure of a patient. The puncturing instrument includes a first tube, a second tube and a light-guiding member is disclosed. The first tube includes two first openings. One of the two first openings forms a sharp portion. The second tube is received in the first tube and includes two second openings and a gas outlet. One of the two second openings is provided with a lens, and the gas outlet is adjacent to the lens and the sharp portion of the first opening. The light-guiding member is received in the second tube. Furthermore, a puncturing equipment using the puncturing instrument and a signal processing method of the puncturing equipment are also disclosed. 1. A puncturing instrument comprising:a first tube comprising two first openings, wherein one of the two first openings forms a sharp portion;a second tube received in the first tube and comprising two second openings and a gas outlet, wherein one of the two second openings is provided with a lens, and wherein the gas outlet is adjacent to the lens and the sharp portion of the first opening; anda light-guiding member received in the second tube.2. The puncturing instrument as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the light-guiding member comprises a plurality of parallel fibers that is bonded together as a beam of fiber.3. The puncturing instrument as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the plurality of parallel fibers comprises a first fiber and a plurality of second fibers claim 2 , wherein the first fiber is adapted to transmit light to the lens claim 2 , and wherein the plurality of second fibers comprises outer surfaces coupled with an outer surface of the first fiber claim 2 , so as to receive the light from the lens.4. The puncturing instrument as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a first engaging portion is arranged on an inner surface of the second tube claim 1 , wherein the ...

Подробнее
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Laser therapeutic device

Номер: US20170035511A1
Принадлежит: ASUKA MEDICAL Inc, Nagoya University NUC

A laser therapeutic device for a laser endoscope capable of relatively reducing the diameter of the endoscope while being capable of emitting a laser beam of a uniform intensity over a wide area is provided. An optical guide element (a square-shaped rod lens 15 , a guide tube 2 b ) having a quadrangular cross section and guiding a therapeutic laser beam emitted from the tip of an optical fiber toward the tip side of a probe is used. On the tip side of a probe tube 2 being a barrel, using clearances C 1 to C 4 formed between the optical guide element and the inner circumferential surface of the probe tube, a camera unit 11 as imaging means and white-color LED units 12 and an ultraviolet LED unit 13 as illumination means are arranged.

Подробнее
11-02-2016 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR TISSUE REMOVAL

Номер: US20160038236A1
Автор: Neuberger Wolfgang
Принадлежит:

Improved device and method for safe, accurate, efficient surgical procedures are disclosed. A preferred device is a waveguide assembly for delivering electromagnetic radiation to a tissue comprising a waveguide with a multi-facetted tip and a cap over the 5 multi-facetted tip. Preferably the waveguide is an optical fiber. The cap is a protective, reinforced cap fused to the optical fiber's tip as an integral part of it and comprises an axially-extending portion oriented at a predetermined angle relative to the elongated axis of the optical fiber. A method of manufacturing special waveguide caps is provided. The optical fiber assembly delivers high power electromagnetic radiation in lateral direction 10 with respect to the elongated axis of the optical fiber, determined by the multiple-facetted tip, the slant angles of the optical fiber's core, and the orientation of the cap's axially-extending portion. A method for removing unwanted tissue like in benign prostatic hyperplasia treatments is also provided. 1. A waveguide assembly , for delivering electromagnetic radiation to a tissue , comprising ,at least one flexible waveguide comprising a proximal end optically connectable to a source of radiation and a distal end; anda cap/sleeve that covers said waveguide's distal end;wherein said cap/sleeve comprises an axially-extending portion oriented at a predetermined angle relative to the elongated axis of said waveguide.2. The waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said waveguide is an optical fiber which defines an elongated axis with a multiple-facetted distal end.3. The waveguide assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said cap/sleeve covers said multiple-facetted distal end.4. The waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said assembly is configured to emit radiation in lateral direction with respect to the elongated axis of said waveguide.5. The waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein cap/sleeve defines a tissue-contacting surface ...

Подробнее
08-02-2018 дата публикации

PRE-INITIATED OPTICAL FIBERS AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF

Номер: US20180036082A1
Принадлежит: BIOLASE, Inc.

Embodiments of the invention include a method of initiating an optical fiber. In some embodiments, a distal portion of the optical fiber is coated with an energy absorbing material. In some embodiments, the material includes a metal flakes or powder dispersed in a solution of organic solvents. After the material dries, laser energy is fired through the optical fiber. The laser energy can be absorbed in the material and ignites the organic solvents. This combustion melts the material of the optical fiber, and impregnates the optical fiber with the metal flakes or powder of the material. The resulting optical fiber is thus permanently modified so that the energy applied through the fiber is partially absorbed and converted to heat. 1. The silica fiber preparation method comprising:providing a silica fiberdepositing a metal-containing material onto at least one end of the silica fiber,wherein the metal-containing material includes a characteristic or trait of adhering to silica of the silica fiber; andigniting solvent of the metal-containing material using laser energy, wherein metal from the metal-containing material is impregnated into at least a portion of the silica fiber following at least some melting and reaction of the silica fiber with at least a portion of the metal-containing material following ignition of at least one solvent of the metal-containing material.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein a semitransparent layer is formed within the optical fiber by reaction of at least a portion of the metal-containing material with the silica following application of the laser energy of a specific wavelength.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the specific wavelength is 940 nm.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the semi-transparent layer heats up under laser irradiation of the specific wavelength.5. An optical fiber preparation method comprising:providing an optical fiber including a distal portion including a distal end portion including an output surface, the output ...

Подробнее
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Cleaning system and method for operating the cleaning system

Номер: US20170036253A1
Принадлежит: Fotona d.o.o

The application relates to a cleaning system configured for cleaning of cavities filled with a liquid, including fragmentation, debridement, material removal, irrigation, disinfection, and decontamination. The cleaning system includes an electromagnetic radiation system and a liquid. A treatment handpiece irradiates the liquid within a cavity with a radiation beam, producing a first vapor bubble using first pulse, and, at a different location, a second vapor bubble using a second pulse. The pulse repetition time is adjusted to ensure efficacy, for example such that an onset time of the second vapor bubble is within the first contraction phase of the first vapor bubble, when the first vapor bubble has contracted from its maximal volume to a size in a range from about 0.7 to about 0.1 of the maximal volume. 1. A method for cleaning of cavities filled with a liquid using an electromagnetic radiation system , wherein the electromagnetic radiation system comprises a radiation source for generating a radiation beam and an optical delivery system for delivering the radiation beam , wherein the delivery system includes a treatment handpiece and an exit component , and wherein the method comprises the following steps:using the treatment handpiece and the exit component for irradiating the liquid within the cavity with the radiation beam,choosing a wavelength of the radiation beam for significant absorption of the radiation beam in the liquid,operating the electromagnetic radiation system in pulsed operation with at least one pulse set containing at least two individual pulses, wherein a first pulse of the pulses is followed by a second pulse of the pulses with a pulse repetition time,generating a first vapor bubble within the liquid by means of the corresponding first pulse such, that the first vapor bubble oscillates in an expansion phase from a minimal volume to a maximal volume and in a subsequent contraction phase from a maximal volume to a minimal volume,generating a ...

Подробнее
24-02-2022 дата публикации

HYBRID LASER CUTTER

Номер: US20220054193A1
Принадлежит: TAG DREAM MEDICAL LTD.

A tool has a handle and an elongate shaft that extends distally from the handle. A distal portion of the shaft is inserted into a subject during a surgical procedure. An optical fiber delivers laser energy to a tip at the distal portion of the shaft. The tip includes a mechanical cutting mechanism including a moving part that absorbs the laser energy, thermally conducts the absorbed energy to tissue that is disposed between the moving part and another part, and moves with respect to the other part in order to cut tissue that is disposed between the parts using a mechanical force that is lower than a mechanical force that would be required to cut the tissue in the absence of the laser energy. Other embodiments are also described. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a laser configured to generate the laser energy.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the distal portion of the elongate shaft comprises a shape-changing region that is configured to change shape during the surgical procedure.4. (canceled)5. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein a widest part of the shape-changing region has a cross-section perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the shape-changing region claim 3 , the cross-section having a width of less than 3 mm.6. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the shape-changing region is configured to change shape under active control by the handle.7. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the shape-changing region is configured to change shape more in a first plane than in a second plane perpendicular to the first plane.8. The apparatus according to claim 7 , further comprising an actuator that extends distally to the shape-changing region claim 7 , wherein: 'having a relaxed state and a deflected state, and', 'the shape-changing region comprises a side-plate, the side-platethe actuator is operatively coupled to the side-plate such that actuation of the side-plate by the actuator causes the side-plate to ...

Подробнее
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Faster rise time pulse shaping of plasma generated pressure waves for disruption of vascular calcium

Номер: US20220054194A1
Принадлежит: Bolt Medical Inc

A catheter system includes an inflatable balloon, an optical fiber and a laser. The optical fiber has a distal end positioned within the inflatable balloon. The optical fiber receives an energy pulse to emit light energy in a direction away from the optical fiber to generate a plasma pulse within the inflatable balloon. The laser includes a seed source that emits a seed pulse, and an amplifier that increases energy of the seed pulse. The energy pulse can have a somewhat square or triangular waveform with a duration T, a minimum power P0, a peak power PP, and a time from P0 to PP equal to TP, wherein TP is not greater than 40% of T. T can be within the range of greater than 50 ns and less than 3 μs. TP can be within the range of greater than 2.5 ns and less than 1 μs. PP can be within the range of greater than 50 kW and less than 1000 kW. A ratio in kW to ns of PP to TP can be greater than 1:5. The seed pulse can at least partially increase in amplitude over time.

Подробнее
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Ablation of tissue within vertebral body involving internal cooling

Номер: US20190038344A1
Принадлежит: Relievant Medsystems Inc

Methods and systems for modulating intraosseous nerves (e.g., nerves within bone) are provided. For example, the methods and systems described herein may be used to modulate (e.g., denervate, ablate) basivertebral nerves within vertebrae. The modulation of the basivertebral nerves may facilitate treatment of chronic back pain. The modulation may be performed by a neuromodulation device (e.g., an energy delivery device).

Подробнее
07-02-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR IRRADIATING THE SKIN

Номер: US20190038353A1
Автор: Fatemi Afschin
Принадлежит:

A device and method for irradiating a target structure with laser radiation. The device has at least one laser light source and at least one optical element, by means of which the laser radiation is guided through a light outlet opening and focused at a focal point outside the light outlet. The optical element includes an arrangement of a convex mirror inside a hollow mirror, the mirrors being arranged such that laser radiation emitted from the laser light source enters the hollow mirror at least partially through an opening, and the laser radiation that passes through the opening hits the convex mirror, is deflected from the convex mirror to the hollow mirror, and passes through the light outlet opening from the hollow mirror. 11234565786139104210114109910510. A device for irradiating a target structure () located within human or animal skin or tissue , the device comprising at least one laser light source () and at least one optical element () , by means of which the laser radiation () is guided through a light outlet opening () and is focused at a focal point () outside the light outlet opening () , wherein at least one adjustment element () is used to adjust the distance between the surface of the skin () and the focal point () positioned in the region of the target structure () , characterized in that the optical element () comprises an arrangement of a convex mirror () inside a hollow mirror () , said mirrors being arranged such that laser radiation () emitted from the laser light source () enters the hollow mirror () at least partially through an opening () , and the laser radiation () that passes through the opening () hits the convex mirror () , is deflected from the convex mirror () to the hollow mirror () , and passes through the light outlet () from the hollow mirror ().271285. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the adjustment element () has a spacer () which can be placed onto the surface of the skin () in such a way that a distance between the ...

Подробнее
07-02-2019 дата публикации

End fire fiber arrangements with improved erosion resistance

Номер: US20190038355A1
Автор: Joe Denton Brown
Принадлежит: Individual

An end-firing optical fiber arrangement includes a protective ferrule having a rounded end or a spherical fiber tip in which a notch is formed such that a planar end face of the fiber is set back from the rounded distal end of the protective ferrule or spherical fiber tip to prevent contact between the end face of the fiber and a stone or tissue.

Подробнее
06-02-2020 дата публикации

NONLINEAR COLLAGEN CROSSLINKING USING A SINGLE, AMPLIFIED, FEMTOSECOND LASER PULSE

Номер: US20200038239A1
Принадлежит:

A laser beam delivery system including an amplified femtosecond (FS) laser device coupled to a nonlinear optical parametric amplifier (NOPA) configured to select a FS laser wavelength and to amplify input amplified femtosecond (FS) laser pulses of from 700 to 2500 nm to generate a single, parametrically amplified output FS pulse having a pulse energy of from 0.1-100 μJ, wherein the NOPA uses an average power of below 46.1 mW to amplify the input FS laser pulses. Also disclosed is a method of nonlinear optical photodynamic irradiation of a target. 1. A laser beam delivery system comprising an amplified femtosecond (FS) laser device coupled to a nonlinear optical parametric amplifier (NOPA) configured to select a FS laser wavelength and to amplify input amplified femtosecond (FS) laser pulses of from 700 to 2500 nm to generate a single , parametrically amplified output FS pulse having a pulse energy of from 0.1-100 μJ , wherein the NOPA uses an average power of below 46.1 mW to amplify the input FS laser pulses.2. The laser beam delivery system according to claim 1 , wherein the amplified FS laser device is configured to provide a repetition rate of 5 kHz to 50 kHz pulses.3. The laser beam delivery system according to claim 1 , wherein the NOPA is configured to parametrically amplify 760 nm pulses.4. The laser beam delivery system according to claim 1 , wherein the system is configured to focus 760 nm light with a variable 0.1-0.3 numerical aperture (NA) objective.5. The laser beam delivery system according to claim 1 , wherein the NOPA is configured to provide a single output pulse of about 2 μJ pulse energy having an average power of about 12 mW or less.6. The laser beam delivery system according to claim 1 , wherein the system comprises a tracker that automatically monitors position of a subject or a tissue so that the device is able to compensate for movement of the subject or tissue.7. A method of nonlinear optical photodynamic irradiation of a target claim 1 , ...

Подробнее