ХИРУРГИЧЕСКИЙ СВЕТИЛЬНИК С УПРАВЛЕНИЕМ СВЕТОВЫМ ИЗЛУЧЕНИЕМ

Хирургический светильник содержит корпус, на котором рассредоточены прикрепленные к нему основные светодиоды и размещенные между ними дополнительные светодиоды, объединенные в группы и отличающиеся пространственной ориентацией. Устройство регулирования светового поля содержит блок управления, к которому подключены группы светодиодов посредством регуляторов, каждый из которых соединен с блоком питания. Основные светодиоды закреплены на корпусе светильника с пересечением их оптических осей с осью светильника в центре светового пятна. Дополнительные светодиоды закреплены на корпусе светильника с образованием их оптическими осями концентрического светового пятна в форме кольца вокруг основного светового пятна.

TISSUE SAMPLE COLLECTION SYSTEM WITH VISUAL SAMPLE INSPECTION

A biopsy device for harvesting at least one tissue sample from a body of a living being comprises a hollow needle (110) with an end portion adapted to be introduced into the body, and a cutting mechanism for severing the tissue sample. A sample-receiving device is provided for receiving the severed tissue sample, the sample-receiving device being receivable in the hollow needle and movable therein between an extended position and a retracted position. The biopsy device further includes a tissue sample-collecting device (104;204) comprising at least one tissue-retaining cavity, and an ejector system for ejecting the tissue sample from the tissue sample-receiving device into one of the tissue-retaining cavities. An inspection system (178) allows an operator of the biopsy device to visually inspect the ejected tissue sample, while the hollow needle remains in the body. The sample- collecting device (104;204) may include a drum, which is rotatable relative to the sample- receiving device such ...

SURGICAL RETRACTOR WITH LIGHT

A surgical retractor has a shaft with an integral blade. The shaft and the blade are joined at an angle. The blade has an upper surface. A plurality of LED lights are embedded within the blade and are exposed at the upper surface. The blade surrounding the LED lights is opaque. The retractor may further include a camera mounted on the blade. Also disclosed is a surgical retractor kit including a mounting ring, at least one of the aforementioned surgical retractors, and a coupler for releaseably mounting the retractor to the ring.

FLUORESCENCE IMAGING SYSTEM FOR AN OPERATING THEATRE

Fluorescence imaging system for an operating theatre, comprising a device illuminating the operating theatre and emitting a white light, and a fluorescence imaging device. Said fluorescence imaging device comprises a light source emitting radiation for excitation of a fluorescent marker in a range of emission wavelengths of between 600 and 900 nm. The light emitted by the illuminating device is filtered by a low-pass filter, of which the cut-off wavelength is below the emission range of the fluorescent marker, but is nonetheless able to show an increase or fluctuations in the attenuation for wavelengths above the emission range of the fluorescent marker, the product of the attenuation of the filter of the detector and of the attenuation of the low-pass filter of the illuminating device leading to an attenuation by a factor of at least 106.

SUTURE PASSER SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TONGUE OR OTHER TISSUE SUSPENSION AND COMPRESSION

Suture passer systems (100, 700) for tissue suspension and tissue compression, and more particularly for tongue suspension, are described. The system can include at least a first elongate tubular body or shaft (102, 702), a needle (104, 704) having a lateral bias carried by the elongate body, and a retrieval element (108, 708) operably connected to the elongate tubular body. The needle can have a substantially straight configuration when located within the elongate tubular body, and be configured to exit an opening at or near a distal end of the elongate tubular body and assume a laterally biased or curved shape to form a path through tissue (200). The needle is configured to carry a suture (105). The retrieval element can be configured to retrieve the suture carried by the needle after the needle has formed a curved or otherwise angled path through tissue. The system can also include one or more bone anchors to secure the suture loops. Methods of placing one or more suture loops into tissue ...

METHOD AND DEVICES FOR A SUB-SPLENIUS / SUPRA-LEVATOR SCAPULAE SURGICAL ACCESS TECHNIQUE

A medical retractor instrument comprising a retractor (1) in the from of a plate. The retractor is connected to a needle (3) by a suture (5) and comprises a light source connected to the inner surface.

Еdgе-lit оptiсаl sуstеm hаving оptiсаl еlеmеnts оn twо surfасеs

Оptiсаl аssеmblу inсludеs а light sоurсе аdjасеnt а light input еdgе аnd gеnеrаllу pаrаllеl аnd plаnаr first аnd sесоnd surfасеs еасh соmprising rеspесtivе pаttеrns оf wеll dеfinеd оptiсаl еlеmеnts thаt аrе quitе smаll in rеlаtiоn tо thе lеngth аnd width оf thе оptiсаl аssеmblу. Аt lеаst sоmе оf thе оptiсаl еlеmеnts оf еасh pаttеrn inсludе а rеspесtivе slоpеd surfасе fоr dirесting аt lеаst sоmе light еmittеd frоm thе light sоurсе. Тhе rеspесtivе slоpе аnglе оf thе slоpеd surfасе оf аt lеаst sоmе оf thе оptiсаl еlеmеnts оf оnе оf thе pаttеrns is diffеrеnt frоm thе rеspесtivе slоpе аnglе оf thе slоpеd surfасе оf аt lеаst sоmе оf thе оptiсаl еlеmеnts оf thе оthеr pаttеrn suсh thаt mоrе оf thе light is еmittеd frоm оnе оf thе surfасеs thаn is еmittеd frоm thе оthеr surfасе.

Collimated beam metrology systems for in-situ surgical applications

A metrology system includes a collinear array of uniformly spaced light elements for propagating parallel light beams. The parallel light beams assist in producing a light pattern on a target site. A method of measuring a dimension of a target site includes the steps of projecting uniformly spaced parallel light beams to form a light pattern having uniformly spaced elements on the target site, aligning the light pattern such that a maximum number of the uniformly spaced elements is positioned along the dimension; and counting the maximum number of the uniformly spaced elements positioned along the dimension.

ILLUMINATION DEVICE

LIGHTED DISSECTOR AND METHOD FOR USE

ADAPTER FOR COUPLING A LASER PROCESSING DEVICE TO AN OBJECT

Light emitting panel assemblies

Integrated display panel assembly

Integrated display panel assemblies include a light conducting panel (17) having opposite sides and an end portion for receiving light from one or more light sources (22) for conduction through the panel (17). On one of the sides of the panel (17) is a first light emitting area for causing a portion of the conducted light to be emitted from the panel (17) for backlighting an LCD (5) or other display supported by the panel (17) in overlying relation to the first light emitting area. The remainder of the conducted light passes beneath the first light emitting area to other light emitting areas on the panel for illuminating other displays associated with the other light emitting areas. ...

ХИРУРГИЧЕСКИЙ СВЕТИЛЬНИК С УПРАВЛЕНИЕМ СВЕТОВЫМ ИЗЛУЧЕНИЕМ

Хирургический светильник содержит корпус, на котором рассредоточены прикрепленные к нему основные светодиоды и размещенные между ними дополнительные светодиоды, объединенные в группы и отличающиеся пространственной ориентацией. Устройство регулирования светового поля содержит блок управления, к которому подключены группы светодиодов посредством регуляторов, каждый из которых соединен с блоком питания. Основные светодиоды закреплены на корпусе светильника с пересечением их оптических осей с осью светильника в центре светового пятна. Дополнительные светодиоды закреплены на корпусе светильника с образованием их оптическими осями концентрического светового пятна в форме кольца вокруг основного светового пятна.

Retractor

LAPAROSCOPE SYSTEM

SURGICAL ACCESS SYSTEM

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR PROTECTING ADJACENT STRUCTURES DURING THE INSERTION OF A SURGICAL INSTRUMENT INTO A TUBULAR ORGAN

A device for protecting tissues and structures adjacent to a tubular organ during performance of a surgical procedure on a portion of the tubular organ. Various embodiments may comprise a member that may be deployed through a surgical instrument in a first configuration and expanded to a second configuration such that when in the second configuration, the protective member may extend substantially around an outer circumference of the portion of the tubular organ.

MAGNETICALLY MANIPULATABLE SURGICAL CAMERA WITH REMOVABLE ADHESION REMOVAL SYSTEM

A surgical or diagnostic camera system is disclosed that has a disposable cap¬ like device that is structured for removal of adhesions while under direct visualization with the camera. The adhesion removal device may have an electrode on the tip that can be activated to enhance separation of tissues and may be configured to securely snap on to the housing of the camera system.

MEDICAL IMAGING LENS SYSTEM, AND METHOD WITH HIGH-EFFICIENCY LIGHT COLLECTION AND COLLINEAR ILLUMINATION

We have discovered an improved lens system for biomedical optical imaging applications for collecting light from tissue with an improved efficiency and geometry, and for delivering collinear, pre-aligned illumination to a the sample, for the purpose of enabling imaging applications in which a catadioptric lens and mirror system (103) is used for light collection, and integrated collimating illumination optics and aperture (159) have been provided, has been constructed in accordance with the present invention to allow for high- efficiency light collection in operating room and radiology suite imaging geometries. The efficient collection of light from the collinear illumination, allows this lens system to operate at higher speeds and with improved ease-of-use, as well as to be integrated into a lens system (103), a medical probe (255), or a catheter (270). A medical system incorporating the improved device, and medical methods of use, are described.

Lighted grip and alligator clip cord for tattoo machine

An assembly according to the present invention includes a tattoo machine, a grip attached to the tattoo machine, and a light assembly inside the grip utilizing light emitting diodes (LEDs). The assembly further includes a power supply, a power cord for connecting the tattoo machine to the power supply, and two alligator clips conductively connected to the power cord or tattoo machine which transmit power to the light assembly via wires extending from the light assembly to the alligator clips.

Methods and apparatus for performing transluminal and other procedures

The invention is directed to an apparatus for use in a transluminal procedure. The apparatus, comprising, for example, a housing having a guide lumen and a seal proximal to a distal end of the housing that extends across and completely seals the guide lumen; a fixation element in the housing and adapted to secure the distal end of the housing to tissue; and a channel extending through the side wall of the housing having an outlet in communication with the lumen distal of the seal. Methods are also provided. For example, a method includes, performing a transluminal procedure by: securing a datum and position indicator to a wall of a target lumen; forming an opening in the wall; advancing an instrument through the opening; and tracking the advancement of the instrument using the datum and position indicator.

Laparoscope system

A visual system for laparoscopy comprising a visual device having a visual head member and an elongated connector; a manipulation device having a handheld operation portion, an insertion portion and a first contact element; and an external device comprising means to communicate with the vision head member, via the first contact element, when the elongated connector is mounted in an lumen of the insertion portion. The insertion portion of the manipulation device is configured to be extendable out from a body cavity through an airtight passage whereby the elongated connector is configured to be slidably mounted into the lumen of the insertion portion outside of the body cavity upon the insertion portion is withdrawn into the body cavity.

CONTROLLER SYSTEM FOR CROSSING VASCULAR OCCLUSIONS

TREATMENT DEVICE FOR EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT

... [Subject] There is provided an otorhinolaryngological treatment device in which positioning of an expansion body inside a nasal cavity can be easily carried out without need for radioscopy. [Solution] A sinusitis treatment device includes: a flexible first elongated body 11 to be guided into an accessory; an imaging unit 15 which is provided on the first elongated long body 11, for obtaining an image on the front side of a distal end of the first elongated body 11; a flexible second elongated body 12 having a lumen in which the first elongated body 11 is inserted; an expansive body 13a which is provided on the second elongated body 12 and which has an effective expansive section 13a capable of radial expansive deformation within a natural ostium located between a nasal cavity and a paranasal sinus to push open a stenosed part of the natural ostium; and a positioning unit M which is provided on the second elongated body 12 , for positioning the effective expansive section 13a of the second ...

OPERATING LUMINA

An operating lumina comprising at least one light source arranged in a lumina body and an optical means for directing the visible radiation from the light source in a main radiating direction onto an operating zone has an additional luminous means that can be switched independently of the light source.

OPERATIONAL LAMP

The invention relates to an operational lamp comprising at least one light source that is situated in a lamp body and an optical element, which is designed to direct the visible radiation of the light source onto an operational field. According to the invention, said lamp comprises several light emitting diodes as the light sources.

LIGHTED DISSECTOR AND METHOD FOR USE

A surgical dissector comprising an elongate shaft having a proximal end and a distal end. A blunt dissection tip is positioned on the distal end of the elongate shaft. A light source emits a diffuse visible energy, such as white light, from the blunt tip. The shaft may take a variety of shapes, including being rigid, flexible, malleable, straight, bent, curved, articulated, and/or segmented. In addition, the shaft may include one or more functional components. The dissector can be used to locate the dissector tip by observing the visible energy passing through tissue. In addition, the visible energy passing through tissue may be used to differentiate tissue.

TOGETHER Of SURGICAL LIGHTING

La présente invention concerne un socle répartiteur (10) stérilisable et stérile, pour ensemble d'éclairage chirurgical, comportant : - au moins une base pourvue d'au moins un connecteur (30) apte à assurer la connexion électrique et mécanique d'au moins un dispositif d'éclairage (1), et - au moins un dispositif d'accrochage mécanique apte à assurer l'accrochage de la base sur un instrument de chirurgie et/ou sur le champ stérile d'opération.

ELEMENT OF HANDLE FOR A MEDICAL DEVICE INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING A MODULE HAS LED ENCAPSULATES AND ITS MANUFACTORING PROCESS

BLADE INSERT ILLUMINATOR

An air gap retractor illumination system includes any suitable retractor such as a McCulloch with a channel in the blade to accommodate an air gap illuminator. The illuminator is preferably made from a suitable light conducting plastic material such as acrylic or polycarbonate or silicone. The illuminator has active portions in which light passes and inactive or dead zones in which light does not pass as a result of the configuration and orientation of the input, output and surfaces of the illuminator. The illuminator is formed to have an air gap surrounding any active portion of the illuminator extending from the light input to the light output portion. The dead zones may include elements to allow the illuminator to securely engage the retractor. The light output portion of the illuminator contain from two to eight output zones, each zone having specially designed output optical structures ...

LAPAROSCOPE SYSTEM

A visual system for laparoscopy comprising a visual device having a visual head member and an elongated connector; a manipulation device having a handheld operation portion, an insertion portion and a first contact element; and an external device comprising means to communicate with the vision head member, via the first contact element, when the elongated connector is mounted in an lumen of the insertion portion. The insertion portion of the manipulation device is configured to be extendable out from a body cavity through an airtight passage whereby the elongated connector is configured to be slidably mounted into the lumen of the insertion portion outside of the body cavity upon the insertion portion is withdrawn into the body cavity.

METHOD AND DEVICES FOR A SUB-SPLENIUS / SUPRA-LEVATOR SCAPULAE SURGICAL ACCESS TECHNIQUE

A novel posterolateral inter-muscular approach has been developed to access the cervical spine. The approach includes elevating the splenius capitis and trapezios muscles dorsally to create a window for deep spine access, wherein the window comprises i) an anterior superior border of the trapezius muscle; ii) an anterior inferior border of the splenius capitis muscle, and iii) a posterior superior border of the levator scapulae muscle. Preferably, a device such as an implant or an instrument is then passed through the window to manipulate the spine.

A MINIATURE LAPAROSCOPIC LIGHT SOURCE

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATMENT OF INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGES

SOLID STATE ILLUMINATION FOR ENDOSCOPY

Various embodiments for providing solid state illumination for endoscopy or borescopy are provided. Generally, various medical or industrial devices can include one or more solid state or other compact electro-optic illuminating and detecting devices (181) located thereon. The solid state or compact electro-optic illuminating device (181) can include, but is not limited to, a light emitting diode (LED), laser diode (LD), or other Infrared (IR) or Ultraviolet (UV) source. Solid state sources of various wavelengths may be used to illuminate an object for imaging or detecting purpose or otherwise conditioning purposes. The solid state illuminating device (181) may be placed on the exterior surface of the device (101), inside the device (101), deployably coupled to the distal end of the device (101), or otherwise disposed on the device (101).

Operational lamp

LIGHTING DEVICE WITH LUMINANCE FEEDBACK

Un dispositif d'éclairage (1) opératoire comprenant un module de lumière (5) destiné à éclairer un champ opératoire (2) avec une certaine intensité lumineuse réglable et une unité de contrôle/commande (8) apte à faire varier l'intensité lumineuse de l'éclairage du module de lumière (5), est caractérisé en ce que l'unité de contrôle/commande est connectée à un capteur de distance (10) destiné à mesurer une distance entre le module de lumière et le champ opératoire et à un capteur de luminance (11) destiné à mesurer une luminance du champ opératoire (2) quand il est éclairé par le module de lumière (5), et en ce que l'unité de contrôle/commande (8) est agencée pour relever des valeurs de mesure de distance et de luminance fournies par lesdits capteurs et pour calculer une valeur de luminance corrigée en corrigeant la valeur de luminance mesurée avec un facteur de correction de mesure préalablement enregistré en mémoire en correspondance avec une distance, et régler ladite intensité lumineuse ...

FLUORESCENCE IMAGING SYSTEM OPERATIVE FOR A BLOCK

SELF CONTAINED ILLUMINATED INFUSION CANNULA SYSTEMS AND METHODS AND DEVICES

A cannula is described having a housing, a first lumen, a second lumen, and a port capable of fluid communication with the first lumen. The second lumen configured to receive fluid from the first lumen and to direct the fluid to a surgical site. A light emitting diode light source is positionable within the housing and configured to direct light through the second lumen to the surgical site.

DISPOSABLE ENDOSCOPIC ACCESS DEVICE AND PORTABLE DISPLAY

Various embodiments for providing removable, pluggable and disposable optoelectronic modules for illumination and imaging for endoscopy or borescopy are provided for use with portable display devices. Generally, various rigid, flexible or expandable single use medical or industrial devices with an access channel, can include one or more solid state or other compact electro-optic illuminating elements located thereon. Additionally, such opto-electronic modules may include illuminating optics, imaging optics, and/or image capture devices, and airtight means for suction and delivery within the device. The illuminating elements may have different wavelengths and can be time-synchronized with an image sensor to illuminate an object for 2D and 3D imaging, or for certain diagnostic purposes.

SAFETY-STOP TROCHAR DEVICE AND SYSTEM

A safety-stop trochar device and system (100) for use with a trochar (50) and surgical accessory devices. The device and system (100) has a base (110) into which an insert (140) seats over which a cap (130) secures to the base (110) and also secures a previously inserted trochar (50) or drainage device (154) or smoke evacuator (154) or surgical accessory such as an obturator (160A) and illumination device (160B). Flexible extension wings (112) on the base (110) have distal suture apertures (114) or an adhesive (219) on the bottom of the base (110), or both, for securing the base (110) to a patient. U-shaped extensions (132) on the cap (130) facilitate cap (130) placement or removal onto or from the base (110).

SYSTEM FOR TISSUE DISSECTION AND RETRACTION

A system for tissue dissection and retraction is disclosed herein. A tissue dissection assembly generally comprises an elongate body shaft, an actuation member movable relative to the elongate body shaft, and at least one dissector arm member having at least a first end attached to the elongate body shaft, wherein the at least one dissector arm member is adapted to reconfigure within a plane from a low profile to an expanded profile when urged via the actuation member, and wherein the at least one dissector arm is further adapted to dissect tissue within the plane. In use, the assembly dissects tissue within the plane typically by advancing the elongate body shaft into the tissue region where the dissector arm member or members are then reconfigured within the plane from its low profile to its expanded profile to thereby dissect the tissue τegion along the plane.

MINIMALLY INVASIVE ENDOSCOPIC SYSTEMS FOR PLACING INTRAMEDULLARY NAILS AND METHODS THEREFOR

A system for percutaneously placing intramedullary nails includes a guide wire (20) percutaneously insertable into tissue (T) for forming an opening in the tissue and engaging a cortex of a bone (FB), at least one tissue dilator (40A) slideable over an outer surface of the guide wire (20) for widening the tissue opening formed by said guide wire, and a cannula (60) slideable over an outer surface of said at least one tissue dilator (40A) for further widening the tissue opening and providing access to the cortex of the bone. The cannula (60) has an outer wall (66) extending between proximal and distal ends thereof, the outer wall having a smaller portion including a door (76) that extends between the proximal end distal ends of the cannula and a larger portion that bounds the door. The door (76) is selectively detachable from the larger portion of the outer wall (66) for opening an elongated slot (74) in the outer wall that extends from the proximal end to the distal end of the cannula.

CONTROLLER SYSTEM FOR CROSSING VASCULAR OCCLUSIONS

A controller system includes a device configured to cross an occlusion or stenosis and a control unit. The occlusion-crossing device has an axial lumen and a drive shaft extending through the axial lumen. The control unit is coupled to the device. The control unit has a processor which produces a variable sound and a variable visual display in response to a load measurement on the drive shaft. The load may be measured by a change in current in a motor which drives the shaft. This change in current is then converted to a frequency for variable sound and to a visual display indicative of the load. The load status on the motor may be divided into discrete load levels and correspondingly indicated by discrete levels in the feedback sound frequency and the visual display. This system may be used to monitor and facilitate crossing vascular total occlusions during percutaneous interventions.

ADAPTER FOR COUPLING A LASER PROCESSING DEVICE TO AN OBJECT

The invention relates to an adapter which is used to couple a laser processing device (1) to an object (17). Said adapter comprises a central region (22) which can be placed in the beam path of the laser processing device (1); an illuminating beam path through which the illuminating beam (25) for illuminating an object field, which can be detected by the central area (22), can be conducted; an edge area (23) which is arranged outside the central area (22) to which the adapter (12) can be secured to the object (17) and/or to the laser processing device (1). The illuminating beam path extends in the edge area (23) and coupled illuminating beams (25) are directly guided to the edge area (23) and/or via the central region (22).

Lighted surgical retractors with LED illumination light engines

Lighting systems for surgical retractors.

Light emitting panel assemblies

Light emitting panel assemblies include light emitting panel members and one or more light sources positioned/embedded in a light transition area, which increases the efficiency of light entering the panel members along the light input area to be emitted from one or more light emitting surfaces along the length of the panel members. Light may be reflected or refracted by a surface which changes the path of a portion of light such that it enters the input area of the panel member at a more acceptable angle. A uniform light output distribution may be produced by utilizing a pattern of light extracting deformities.

Electrosurgical device with led adapter

The present disclosure includes an electrosurgical instrument which further includes a housing having distal and proximal ends. The electrosurgical instrument also includes a light-emitting diode adapter having distal and proximal ends configured to selectively engage the distal end of the housing. The light-emitting diode adapter also includes at least one light-emitting diode disposed therein. The light-emitting diode is adapted to connect to an electrosurgical energy source and being selectively activatable to emit light from the adapter. The at least one electrode is configured to selectively engage the distal end of the light-emitting diode adapter and adapted to connect to the electrosurgical energy source.

ATTACHABLE PORTABLE ILLUMINATION APPARATUS FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

SELF CONTAINED ILLUMINATED INFUSION CANNULA SYSTEMS AND DEVICES

PUNCTURE NEEDLE

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a user-friendly puncture needle which can easily be switched between forward observation and rearward observation by a simple construction without increasing costs and without unnecessarily moving it in whole when it is inserted in a body. SOLUTION: An insertion part 11 to be inserted into the body is provided with a shaft body 12 which linearly extends and is provided with an objective lens 12a at its end and an outer tube 20 which keeps the shaft body 12 fitted in so that it can move forward and backward in the axial direction and the end shaked into a needle. An opening 21 for observing the surrounding area from the objective lens 12a is formed at the end of the outer tube 20. A reflecting mirror 22 is arranged at the end in the opening 21. The objective lens 12a can perform at least two operations by forward and backward moving of the shaft body 12 with respect to the outer tube 20: forward observation with the objective lens 12a being in a position ...

METHOD, APPARATUS, AND KIT FOR THERMAL SUTURE CUTTING

A novel suture removal instrument, kit and technique are described herein. The invention utilizes a newly designed thermal filament to allow the tip of the suture removal instrument to be slipped under the stitch in order to heat and cut the stitch. Current suture removal techniques utilize scissors, forceps, and/or scalpels. These techniques, which are well known in the art, are problematic because they exert tension on the stitch and are associated with patient discomfort. Small stitches add to the difficulty of suture removal because they have less suture laxity for scissor insertion. The present invention therefore allows for more rapid suture removal with less patient discomfort and at a competitive or lower cost.

LIGHT REDIRECTING FILMS AND FILM SYSTEMS

Light redirecting films (2) include a pattern of individual optical elements (5) of well defined shape on the light exit surface of the films for refracting the light entering the entrance surface of the films (2) from a backlight toward a direction normal to the exit surface. The individual optical elements (5) overlap and intersect each other. Also, the orientation, size and/or shape of the optical elements (5) may be tailored to redirect more of the incident light from the backlight within a desired viewing angle. COPYRIGHT KIPO & WIPO 2010 ...

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SIMULTANEOUS RETRACTION AND DISTRACTION OF BONE AND SOFT TISSUE

A surgical access system includes an access device having a tubular shape and a channel extending through the device that is sized to receive a surgical instrument. The outer surface of the device defines a support section and access section having an aperture extending through the wall of the device. The aperture has a wider distal portion and a narrower proximal portion and the surgical instrument may be inserted through the aperture. The access device simultaneously retracts soft tissue and distracts bone when inserted into the surgical site while allowing a surgeon access to the surgical site.

LIGHTING APPARATUS WITH ELECTRONIC SHADOW COMPENSATION

An electronic lighting apparatus with at least one multiple position adjustable lighting pod. Each lighting pod includes at least one variable intensity light source and a proximity sensor for detecting objects interposed between the lighting pod and a work field. Each variable intensity light source is powered by a controllable pulse width modulated power supply or other suitable power supply which can be utilized to vary the intensity of the light source. In response to detection of an object interposed between a particular lighting pod and the work surface, the power to that lighting pod is increased, increasing the illumination of the work field. Alternatively, power to that lighting pod may be decreased and power to alternate lighting pods is increased, thereby minimizing shadows within the work field.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF COMPRESSED NERVES

Disclosed herein is a system for releasing a ligament. In one embodiment, the system includes a proximal handle, a tubular body, and a flexible body. The tubular body includes a proximal end and a distal end. The handle is coupled to the proximal end. The flexible body extends through the tubular body and includes a tissue cutting portion. The flexible body or tubular body is longitudinally displaceable to move the tissue cutting portion between a non-deployed state and a deployed state.

LIGHT EMITTING PANEL ASSEMBLIES

La présente invention concerne des assemblages de panneaux émetteurs de lumière, comprenant un élément de panneau émetteur de lumière (22) qui présente un schéma uniforme ou variable de difformités extractrices de lumière (109), de formes bien définies, dans ou sur une ou plusieurs surfaces de l'élément de panneau émetteur de lumière (22). La taille et la forme, aussi bien que la profondeur, l'orientation angulaire et la position ou l'emplacement des difformités extractrices de lumière (109) peuvent varier sur la longueur et/ou la largeur d'une surface de panneau afin d'obtenir, provenant de la surface du panneau, une distribution de sortie de lumière recherchée. Certaines difformités peuvent aussi présenter des surfaces planes, espacées, parallèles à une surface de panneau. Il est possible d'insérer, mouler, ou fondre une source de lumière focalisée (3) à l'intérieur d'une aire de transition de lumière de l'élément de panneau émetteur de lumière afin de focaliser la lumière sur une surface ...

System for tissue dissection and retraction

A system for tissue dissection and retraction is disclosed herein. A tissue dissection assembly generally comprises an elongate body shaft, an actuation member movable relative to the elongate body shaft, and at least one dissector arm member having at least a first end attached to the elongate body shaft, wherein the at least one dissector arm member is adapted to reconfigure within a plane from a low profile to an expanded profile when urged via the actuation member, and wherein the at least one dissector arm is further adapted to dissect tissue within the plane. In use, the assembly dissects tissue within the plane typically by advancing the elongate body shaft into the tissue region where the dissector arm member or members are then reconfigured within the plane from its low profile to its expanded profile to thereby dissect the tissue region along the plane.

Light emitting panel assemblies

Light emitting panel assemblies include a light guide having a uniform or variable pattern of individual deformities of well defined shapes that are projections or depressions on or in one or more surface areas of the light guide. The deformities are quite small in relation to the width and length of the light guide. At least some of the deformities may have two or more surfaces that come together to form a ridge having a total length that is quite small in relation to the width and length of the light guide.

SIGNAL DEVICE FOR ELECTRIC SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, ADAPTER FOR CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC SURGICAL INSTRUMENT

HAND-HELD MEDICAL DEVICE FOR ILLUMINATION

LIGHT EMITTING PANEL ASSEMBLY

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide better control of the light output from the panel assemblies and more efficient utilization of light to suit a particular application. SOLUTION: Light emitting panel assemblies include a light emitting panel member (22) having a uniform or variable pattern of light extracting deformities (109) of well defined shapes in or on one or more surfaces of the light emitting panel (22). The size and shape as well as the depth and angular orientation and position or location of the light emitting of the light extracting deformities (109) may vary along the length and/or width of a panel surface area to obtain a desired light output distribution from the panel surface area. A focused light source (3) may be insert molded or cast within a light transition area of the light emitting panel to focus the light on an input surface of the light transition area with predetermined ray angles to fit a particular application. COPYRIGHT: (C)2012,JPO&INPIT ...

LIGHT SOURCE CONFIGURATION FOR ILLUMINATION DEVICE OF MEDICAL OPTICAL OBSERVATION DEVICE

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a light source configuration (101) for an illumination device having an illumination light source (7), and an illumination optical unit (15) for illuminating an observation object (23) with an illumination light from the illumination light source (7), in a medical optical observation device. SOLUTION: The light source configuration (101) includes an at least one luminescence light emitting body (3) as a light source, and an image focusing optical unit (105), the image focusing optical unit (105) generates an image (7) of the at least one luminescence light emitting body (3) at a predetermined magnification ratio, and the image forms the illumination light source for the illumination device. COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT ...

Applicator instruments with imaging systems for dispensing surgical fasteners during open repair procedures

An applicator instrument (30, 830) for dispensing surgical fasteners includes a housing (35, 835), a firing system disposed in the housing and moveable in distal and proximal directions along a first axis, a handle (36, 836) extending upwardly from the housing along a second axis that defines an acute angle with the first axis, and a trigger (40, 840) mounted on the handle. The applicator instrument includes a non-linear elongated shaft extending from the housing that has a distal section that is extends upwardly toward a top of said applicator instrument. A distal end cap (46, 846) is secured to the distal end of the elongated shaft. The applicator has an imaging system (950) including an imaging device (952) for detecting images at the distal end of said applicator instrument, and a light source for illuminating a field of view for the imaging device at the distal end of the applicator, instrument.

MEDICAL LIGHT SOURCE DEVICE

LIGHTING DEVICE FOR SURGICAL PURPOSES

The invention relates to a lighting device (100), which is equipped for fastening to a surgical instrument (200) or, by means of adapter (90; 91), to a body part (92), in particular a finger of a surgeon or of an operating room assistant, in order to serve as a light source during a surgical operation, in particular within a body cavity or organ cavity of genuine or traumatic origin and in other body regions that are difficult to access. At least one pin (20) pointing outward from the wall of the housing (10) is arranged on the housing (10) of the lighting device (100) in a wall area (30) directed toward the surgical instrument in the fastening position, which pin has a light outlet opening (40) at the distal end of the pin and is designed for passing through an opening (220) of the surgical instrument or of the adapter (90; 91) and thus establishing a form-closed or force-closed connection to the opening. The pin (20) is preferably movable in order to achieve optimal illumination of the ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF COMPRESSED NERVES

Disclosed herein is a system for releasing a ligament. In one embodiment, the system includes a proximal handle, a tubular body, and a flexible body. The tubular body includes a proximal end and a distal end. The handle is coupled to the proximal end. The flexible body extends through the tubular body and includes a tissue cutting portion. The flexible body or tubular body is longitudinally displaceable to move the tissue cutting portion between a non-deployed state and a deployed state.

INFLATABLE SURGICAL RETRACTOR

An expandable surgical retractor for minimally invasive surgical applications is disclosed. The expandable retractor, preferably in the form of an inflatable balloon retractor, is. inserted in a surgical corridor and expanded to the desired size and shape. The retractor of the present invention is amenable to many shapes including cylindrical, conical with the base at the. depth of the corridor, hourglass, and crescent and are dictated by the surgeon's needs. Cooling of the retractor allows the retractor to maintain the expanded characteristic. The expanded relatively rigid retractor provides an ideal corridor for surgical applications. In a preferred embodiment, a • second retractor, of the invention, can be placed at a greater depth through the first placed retractor; the "telescoping" effect rapidly provides greater exposure with minimal manipulation. Following surgery, such retractor(s) can be removed in a manner that minimizes bleeding and tissue damage. One such method is reheating ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ILLUMINATION OF VAGINAL FORNIX WITH URETER LOCATION, ISOLATION AND PROTECTION DURING HYSTERECTOMY PROCEDURE

The present invention comprises devices and methods that, in certain embodiments, provide a lighted cup, ring or cap that comprises a customizable size and fit, for use in hysterectomy procedures, whereby the ring or cup engages the vaginal fornix and is covered by the vaginal cervical tissue. The lighting allows the surgeon to visualize the location of the lighted cup, ring or cap, thereby quickly and accurately identifying the incision site while providing protection of the associated vasculature and the ureters.

MINIMALLY OBSTRUCTIVE RETRACTOR

This application presents minimally-obstructive and structurally-adjustable retractors which afford an open work area of desirable size and enhanced visualization for a surgeon about the perineum and the posterior vaginal wall of the patient. The retractors may be lightweight and compact, and also configured and dimensioned to minimize slippage during use. The retractors may retract the engorged labia of the postpartum patient as well as the vaginal walls. The device may also be used as a speculum.

PATIENT HANDLING DEVICE INCLUDING LOCAL STATUS INDICATION, ONE-TOUCH FOWLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT, AND POWER-ON ALARM CONFIGURATION

A patient handling device includes a controller, with a plurality of sensors, control panels, and lamps electrically connected to the controller. The patient handling device records the normal/desired state of the various components when power is applied. When one of the components goes outside the normal/desired state, the controller issues an alarm. This alarm includes illuminating a plurality of amber alert lamps which can normally be viewed by a user at any position around the outside of the patient handling device. The patient handling device also includes a position control. This control restricts movement of an upper (fowler) portion of the patient handling device in a certain range of angular positions, while permitting movement of the upper portion outside the certain range.

Light emitting panel assemblies

Light emitting panel assemblies include a light emitting panel member having two or more inserts, components or parts that may be supported by a structural member. A pattern of light extracting deformities may be on or in one or more of the inserts, components or parts for providing a desired light output distribution.

Edge-lit optical system having optical elements on two surfaces

Optical assembly includes a light source adjacent a light input edge and generally parallel and planar first and second surfaces each comprising respective patterns of well defined optical elements that are quite small in relation to the length and width of the optical assembly. At least some of the optical elements of each pattern include a respective sloped surface for directing at least some light emitted from the light source. The respective slope angle of the sloped surface of at least some of the optical elements of one of the patterns is different from the respective slope angle of the sloped surface of at least some of the optical elements of the other pattern such that more of the light is emitted from one of the surfaces than is emitted from the other surface.

SURGICAL TOOL ADAPTED FOR IDENTIFYING AN INCISION SITE

A surgical tool adapted for identifying an incision site is disclosed. The surgical tool includes an intra-urethral probe and a transmitter. The intra-urethral probe has a distal end opposite of a proximal end. A distal end portion of the intra-urethral probe is insertable into a urethra of a patient and is sized and configured to prevent the distal end of the intra-urethral probe from entering a bladder of the patient. The transmitter is located at the distal end portion of the intra-urethral probe and is configured to transmit a signal from inside of the urethra to an exterior surface of skin of the patient where the signal is sensed. The signal transmitted is one of a magnetic field, a vibratory pulse, a sound, or light in a visible wavelength. 1. A surgical tool adapted for identifying an incision site , the surgical tool comprising:an intra-urethral probe having a distal end opposite of a proximal end, a distal end portion of the intra-urethral probe is insertable into a urethra of a patient and the intra-urethral probe is sized and configured to prevent the distal end of the intra-urethral probe from entering a bladder of the patient; anda transmitter located at the distal end portion of the intra-urethral probe;wherein the transmitter is operable to transmit a signal from inside of the urethra to an exterior surface of skin of the patient at which location the signal is sensed, the signal is one of a magnetic field, a vibratory pulse, a sound, and light in a visible wavelength.2. The surgical tool of claim 1 , wherein the transmitter transmits the magnetic field at a strength from 0.5 to 2.0 Tesla.3. The surgical tool of claim 1 , wherein the transmitter transmits the vibratory pulse at a frequency from 4 to 16 Hz.4. The surgical tool of claim 1 , wherein the transmitter transmits the sound at a frequency from 20 to 20 claim 1 ,000 Hz.6. The surgical tool of claim 1 , wherein the transmitter transmits the light at a frequency from 400 to 700 nanometers.7. The ...

ILLUMINATION DEVICE FOR TUMOR DETECTION AND ILLUMINATION DEVICE FOR EXAMINATIONS

The present invention is an illumination device for tumor detection 1, which improves the visibility of a tumor in which a fluorescent substance is accumulated, and emits excitation light for the fluorescent substance accumulated in the tumor, and the illumination device for tumor detection 1 is provided with: a light emitting diode 7 that emits light of which a wavelength range substantially coincides with an excitation wavelength range for the fluorescent substance; and a blocking part 8 that is provided on a light emission side of the light emitting diode 7, and blocks the same wavelength as at least a part of the excitation wavelength range for the fluorescent substance.

RFID RING ILLUMINATION SYSTEM FOR SURGICAL MACHINE

Light redirecting films and film systems

A light redirecting film comprising a thin, transparent substrate having a pattern of individual optical elements of well defined shape on or in the substrate, the individual optical elements each having a length and a width many times smaller than the length and width of the substrate, at least some of the optical elements varying at different locations on the substrate to redistribute light passing through the substrate toward a direction normal to the substrate, wherein at least some of the optical elements comprise at least two oppositely curved surfaces.

PATIENT HANDLING DEVICE INCLUDING LOCAL STATUS INDICATION, ONE-TOUCH FOWLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT, AND POWER-ON ALARM CONFIGURATION

ILLUMINATION DEVICE

LIGHT DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF

Light delivery systems/lighting devices include a light distributor and a flexible light emitter. A malleable member adjacent said light emitter is bendable to hold the shape of the light emitter once arranged in a desired position. A protective cover protects the light emitter and/or light distributor from direct contact with contaminants or components which may interfere with proper operation thereof. A handle connected to the light distributor contains a light pipe or rod that provides an interface between the light distributor and a light source conduit which may be inserted into a socket in the handle or connected to a male adaptor mounted in the socket.

Operating light with led orientation by means of positive locking

The invention relates to an operating light with LED orientation by means of positive locking. The operating light is provided with a basic body with flat contact surfaces, which are oriented with mutually different angular orientations of the respective surface normals to the working point of the operating light. A printed circuit board (6), having an underside which is flat in a premounted position, has rigid sections (8) with flat upper side surfaces pointing towards a working point of the operating light and sections (7) flexible in a preferred direction, which extend between the rigid sections (8). Light-emitting diodes (9) are arranged on the rigid sections of the printed circuit board. A lens holder (22) is provided with optical lenses (13) for the light-emitting diodes (9). The rigid sections of the printed circuit board can be placed on the contact surfaces (2) of the basic body (1) in a positive-locking manner in a mounted position, so that the light-emitting diodes (9) have lighting ...

Handle element for e.g. surgical-dental field, has base and cover with glass window directly or indirectly permitting passage of produced light by LED electronic chip, and contact elements providing power supply for LED electronic chip

La présente invention concerne un élément de poignée (200) pour un dispositif médical comprenant au moins un module à LED (10) encapsulé avec un socle (20), au moins une puce électronique à LED (60), fixée directement ou indirectement sur le socle (20), au moins un couvercle (80), fixé au socle (20) de manière qu'il forme avec le socle (20) un espace intérieur (90) fermé hermétiquement, dans lequel est disposée la au moins une puce électronique à LED (60), le socle (20) et/ou le au moins un couvercle (80) comprenant au moins une zone (84) transparente, pour permettre le passage de la lumière produite, directement ou indirectement, par la au moins une puce électronique à LED (60), au moins un dispositif de contact (40, 50) pour l'alimentation en énergie de la au moins une puce électronique à LED (60). L'invention concerne un procédé de fabrication d'un tel élément de poignée (200).

MEDICAL IMAGING LENS SYSTEM, AND METHOD WITH HIGH-EFFICIENCY LIGHT COLLECTION AND COLLINEAR ILLUMINATION

We have discovered an improved lens system for biomedical optical imaging applications for collecting light from tissue with an improved efficiency and geometry, and for delivering collinear, pre-aligned illumination to a the sample, for the purpose of enabling imaging applications in which a catadioptric lens and mirror system (103) is used for light collection, and integrated collimating illumination optics and aperture (159) have been provided, has been constructed in accordance with the present invention to allow for high- efficiency light collection in operating room and radiology suite imaging geometries. The efficient collection of light from the collinear illumination, allows this lens system to operate at higher speeds and with improved ease-of-use, as well as to be integrated into a lens system (103), a medical probe (255), or a catheter (270). A medical system incorporating the improved device, and medical methods of use, are described.

DUAL-MODE ILLUMINATION FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENT

An illuminated surgical instrument is disclosed. One embodiment of the present invention comprises an illuminated vitrectomy probe. The vitrectomy probe has a cutting port disposed at a distal end of a cannula. An array of optical fibers terminates near the cutting port. The array of optical fibers is located adjacent to the cannula and encircling the cannula. The array of optical fibers can comprise two sets of fibers, one for providing illumination in a direction along a longitudinal axis of the vitrectomy probe and another for providing illumination in a direction at an angle to the longitiudinal direction of the vitrectomy probe. The light source providing light to each set of fibers can be independently controlled so as to provide illumination cooperatively or singly.

GASTRIC BOUGIE/DILATOR WITH INTEGRAL LIGHTED TIP

The invention is a lighted gastric surgical bougie which includes an integral fight source disposed at the distal end that, when activated, is detectable through the gastric wall of a patient during gastric surgery. The light source enables a surgeon to identify the location of the bougie within the patient. The light source may include at least one LED integrally- disposed at the distal end. Optionally, a second LED is integrally disposed on the main body a longitudinal distance away from the at least one LED at the distal end. The second LED may be disposed near the tapered region so that a surgeon can readily identify the location of the tapered region with respect to the patient's anatomy. Preferably, the second LED at the proximal portion of the tapered region is visibly different than the at least one LED. Alternatively, the light source is chemiluminescent.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PERFORMING RETRO PERITONEAL DISSECTION

The foregoing application describes a system and method of performing a minimally invasive surgical operation. More specifically, the invention involves the use of disposable cannula and slender dilators of variable lengths, which incorporate a source of illumination to carry light to a surgical site and video capabilities for capturing and displaying images from a CMOS or CCD camera device. According to one embodiment, fiber optics run semi-circumferentially or along walls of the cannula/dilator and terminate at about a centimeter from the distal end of the cannula/dilator, thereby preventing illumination from "bottoming out" at the floor of the incision. According to one alternate embodiment, the light fibers may be fashioned in an annulus around one or more camera chips to provide illumination and video of the surgical site.

MEDICAL INSTRUMENT AND A METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME

The invention relates to a medical instrument, such as a retractor, brain spatula, muscle separator, vaginal speculum or similar. Said instrument comprises a working section (1; 12; 17-19; 25) that engages with the body of the patient (20) having an operation or being examined, for holding open an intervention site (21), said working section (1; 12; 17-19; 25) comprising an illumination device on its front face (4; 15; 29) for illuminating the intervention site (21). The aim of the invention, is to provide a medical instrument that guarantees a high degree of light intensity and a precise illumination of the intervention site, without using complex auxiliary devices and without causing the instrument to be heated to an unacceptable level in the vicinity of the intervention site. To achieve this, the inventive illumination device (4; 15; 29) is a light-emitting diode, which generates at least white light and which is connected to a power source (10) located outside the working section (1 ...

MEDICAL APPLICATOR

An applicator for use in the fitting of an occlusive plug of the screw in kind to a fallopian tube, said applicator comprising: a body member; an eyepiece fitted to one end of the body member; an elongate probe carried by, and projecting from the other end of the body member; a fibre optic cable extending from the eye-piece along the interior of the probe to a terminal end of the probe distal from the body member; a nose piece movably mounted at said distal end of the probe and adapted to releasably receive a rear, drive end of an occlusive plug; a mechanical connection extending between the body member and the nose-piece whereby the practitioner may, within limits, vary the angle of the nose- piece with respect to its carrier tube; and a rotational drive means extending between the body member and the nose-piece to apply torque & hence rotational movement to an occlusive plug temporarily held by the nose-piece.

IMPLANT FOR HERNIA REPAIR

A hernia repair implant (26) includes a first layer for facing a body structure having a hernia defect to cover the defect while promoting tissue growth into the first layer from the body structure. The implant also includes a second layer opposed to the first layer and made of anti-adhesion material to prevent growth of tissue into the second layer from body structures contacting the second layer. Furthermore, the implant includes at least one engagement strap (50) connected to the first layer and extending therefrom to terminate at a free end. The engagement strap defines opposed thin edges and opposed flat surfaces extending between the edges. At least one barb (52) extends from at least one edge and/or at least one flat surface of the strap and is configured to impede motion of the strap in only a single direction.

Method, apparatus, and kit for thermal suture cutting

A novel suture removal instrument, kit and technique are described herein. The invention utilizes a newly designed thermal filament to allow the tip of the suture removal instrument to be slipped under the stitch in order to heat and cut the stitch. Current suture removal techniques utilize scissors, forceps, and/or scalpels. These techniques, which are well known in the art, are problematic because they exert tension on the stitch and are associated with patient discomfort. Small stitches add to the difficulty of suture removal because they have less suture laxity for scissor insertion. The present invention therefore allows for more rapid suture removal with less patient discomfort and at a competitive or lower cost.

Light emitting panel assemblies

Light emitting panel assemblies include one or more light emitting panel members each having at least one pattern of optical deformities that may be varied in size, shape, density, placement, angle, rotation and/or type to obtain at least one light output distribution having a form or shape of at least one of text, graphics, logo or image. At least some of the optical deformities may be shaped or oriented preferentially to cause different colored light propagating through the panel member in different directions to create a multi-colored light output distribution. Also, a plurality of panel members each having a different light output distribution may be placed in overlying relation to one another to produce a composite output distribution when viewed through the panel members or a display overlying the panel members.

LIGHT EMITTING PANEL ASSEMBLIES

Light emitting panel assemblies include at least one light source and at least one light emitting panel member having one or more holes, slots, cavities or openings containing one or more modular components other than the light source. Mating or locating features may be provided for locating, positioning or holding the one or more modular components.

Lighting apparatus with electronic shadow compensation

An electronic lighting apparatus with at least one multiple position adjustable lighting pod. Each lighting pod includes at least one variable intensity light source and a proximity sensor for detecting objects interposed between the lighting pod and a work field. Each variable intensity light source is powered by a controllable pulse width modulated power supply or other suitable power supply which can be utilized to vary the intensity of the light source. In response to detection of an object interposed between a particular lighting pod and the work surface, the power to that lighting pod is increased, increasing the illumination of the work field. Alternatively, power to that lighting pod may be decreased and power to alternate lighting pods is increased, thereby minimizing shadows within the work field.

ENDOSCOPIC SYSTEM

An endoscope system which an insertion portion (10) is inserted from an insertion opening (I) of an object (O) to observe an inner surface of the object includes an illumination unit (12) which includes a modulation section (14) that controls a visible light source so that visible light from the visible light source is subjected to intensity modulation in a predetermined pattern, and which emits modulated visible light as illumination light, a detection section (16) which detects the modulated visible light, and a determination section (18) which determines whether the insertion portion (10) is present in the object based on a detection result of the detection section (16). The illumination unit (12) is arranged outside the object, and the detection section (16) is arranged at the insertion portion (10).

MULTI-LED OPHTHALMIC ILLUMINATOR

Operating light

Eine Operationsleuchte weist mehrere LEDs und einen Hauptreflektor auf, der das Licht der LEDs auf ein Operationsfeld richtet. Der Hauptreflektor ist flächig ausgebildet und in mehrere Reflektorzonen unterteilt.

Adapter for connecting a laser processing device with an object

Es wird beschrieben ein Adapter (12) zum Koppeln einer Laserbearbeitungsvorrichtung (1) mit einem Objekt (17), der aufweist einen zentralen Bereich (22), der in den Strahlengang der Laserbearbeitungsvorrichtung (1) schaltbar ist, einen Beleuchtungsstrahlengang, durch den Beleuchtungsstrahlung (25) zur Beleuchtung eines durch den zentralen Bereich (22) erfaßbaren Objektfeldes leitbar ist, einen außerhalb des zentralen Bereiches (22) liegenden Randbereich (23), mit dem der Adapter (12) am Objekt (17) und/oder an der Laserbearbeitungsvorrichtung (1) befestigbar ist, wobei an der dem Objekt (17) zugewandten Fassungsseite eine Fixiervorrichtung (28) vorgesehen ist, die es erlaubt, den Adapter (12) am Objekt (17) mittels Vakuum zu fixieren.

PATIENT HANDLING DEVICE INCLUDING LOCAL STATUS INDICATION, ONE-TOUCH FOWLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT, AND POWER-ON ALARM CONFIGURATION

A patient handling device includes a deck for supporting a patient support surface, a controller, and two light sources, which are operable to output light of different colors. The controller is in communication with the light sources and operable to monitor the plurality of conditions and to generate a first unified indication by illuminating one of the lights when all the conditions remain in their desired state, and to generate a second indication by illuminating the other light when any of the conditions change from their desired state. 1. A patient handling device comprising:a frame for supporting a mattress, the frame having at least one articulateable portion;a siderail mounted relative to the frame;a lift mechanism for adjusting the height of the frame;an actuator operatively connected to the frame for adjusting the articulateable portion between a plurality of angular positions;a controller in communication with the lift mechanism and the actuator; anda lock control for generating a position lock signal, the controller also in communication with the lock control for preventing operation of the actuator or the lift mechanism thereby preventing adjustment of the articulateable portion or the height to at least one restricted position in response to the position lock signal.2. A patient handling device according to claim 1 , wherein the articulateable portion comprises a head end portion of the frame claim 1 , the controller preventing operation of the actuator to at least one restricted angular position of the head end portion.3. A patient handling device according to claim 2 , wherein the controller allows movement of the head end to at least one permitted angular position while preventing adjustment of the head end portion to the at least one restricted angular position in response to the position lock signal.4. A patient handling device according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one restricted position is further defined as a predetermined range of ...

IMAGING SYSTEM WITH HYPERSPECTRAL CAMERA GUIDED PROBE

A medical imaging system for identifying a target structure (TS), e.g. a tumor, in a biological tissue. A hyperspectral camera system is used for imaging a surface area (A) of the tissue (BT), e.g. with a limited spectral resolution, but enough to allow identification of suspicious areas where the target structure (TS) may be, e.g. such areas can be visually indicated on a display to the operator. A probe (PR), e.g. an optical surface probe, is used to provide probe measurement of a smaller surface area (A) of the tissue, but with more information indicative of the target structure. The probe is selected to provide a higher specificity with respect to identification of the target structure than the hyperspectral camera (HSC). The hyperspectral processing algorithm (PP) is then calibrated based on probe measurement data performed within the suspicious areas, thus providing a calibrated hyperspectral processing algorithm resulting in images with an enhanced sensitivity to identify the target structure. Only few probe measurements are required to significantly improve the resulting image, thereby providing a reliable and fast target structure (TS) identification. 1. A medical imaging system arranged to identify a target structure in an associated biological tissue , the system comprisinga hyperspectral camera system arranged to provide a hyperspectral image covering a first surface area of the biological tissue, wherein pixels of the hyperspectral image contains information at different light wavelength bands,a probe arranged to provide a probe measurement of a second surface area of the biological tissue with information indicative of the target structure, and to generate probe measurement data accordingly, wherein the second surface area is smaller than the first surface area, and wherein the probe is selected to provide a higher specificity with respect to identification of the target structure than the hyperspectral camera system, anda processor functionally ...

Methods and apparatus for coaxial imaging of multiple wavelengths

A hyperspectral/multispectral imager comprising a housing is provided. At least one light source is attached to the housing. An objective lens, in an optical communication path comprising originating and terminating ends, is further attached to the housing and causes light to (i) be backscattered by the tissue of a subject at the originating end and then (ii) pass through the objective lens to a beam steering element at the terminating end of the communication path inside the housing. The beam steering element has a plurality of operating modes each of which causes the element to be in optical communication with a different optical detector in a plurality of optical detectors offset from the optical communication path. Each respective detector filter in a plurality of detector filters covers a corresponding optical detector in the plurality of optical detectors thereby filtering light received by the corresponding detector from the beam steering element.

FOOD INTAKE MONITOR

Systems and methods for monitoring food intake include, in one exemplary embodiment, a jaw sensor configured to detect jaw motion and an accelerometer configured to body motion. The system may also include, for example, a hand gesture sensor configured to detect a hand motion and a central processing unit configured to determine whether the jaw motion, the body motion, and the hand motion are associated with food intake. 1. A system for monitoring food intake , comprising:a jaw sensor configured to detect jaw motion;an inertial measurement unit configured to detect body motion;a hand gesture sensor configured to detect a hand motion; anda central processing unit configured to determine whether the jaw motion, the body motion, and/or the hand motion are associated with food intake.2. The system of claim 1 , further including a camera for taking images of food.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the central processing unit monitors food intake without input from an individual.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the central processing unit is connected to one or more of the jaw sensor claim 1 , the inertial measurement unit claim 1 , and the hand gesture sensor using a wireless connection.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the central processing unit uses machine learning techniques to earn food intake patterns.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the jaw sensor is at least one of a non-contact sensor and a strain sensor.7. The system of claim 1 , further including an acoustic sensor for measuring sounds associated with food intake.8. The system of claim 1 , further including a display configured to display a notification to a user of the amount of food intake the individual has consumed over a given period of time.9. A method for monitoring food intake claim 1 , comprising:measuring jaw motion;measuring body motion;measuring hand motion; anddetermining whether the jaw motion, the body motion, and/or the hand motion are associated with food intake.10. The method of claim 9 ...

Surgical tray system

A surgical tray system is disclosed. The system includes a tray for use in an operating room environment. In various embodiments, the tray includes an indentation having a bowl shape. A vacuum sealed bag is fitted over the tray and form fitted to the tray when the air is removed from within the bag. The tray optionally includes an light source for illuminating an area under the tray, a magnification element, and pouches for storing items used during a surgical procedure. The tray is optionally substantially transparent to allow light to pass through the tray. The tray is ideally positioned over a patient bed. It may be mounted via an arm to a bed frame member, a monitor station, or a ceiling fixture.

Surgical glove systems and method of using the same

A surgical system that includes a surgical glove configured to be removably attached to a human hand is disclosed. The surgical glove can include a first surgical instrument attached to the surgical glove, where the first surgical instrument is nonremoveably, integrally attached to the surgical glove during the formation of the surgical glove, and where the first surgical instrument is coupled to a finger of the surgical glove; a first switch attached to the surgical glove for controlling the first surgical support system; and a first actuating element attached to a thumb of the surgical glove. The first actuating element can be a discrete element. The first switch can be actuated when the first actuating element is placed in close proximity to the first switch, and a thumb of said surgical glove can be free of surgical support systems.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EMBEDDING MULTIMEDIA DATA IN SURGICAL FEEDS

Systems and methods for embedding and sharing video feeds captured during a surgery, to users, in real-time, including video receivers for receiving video feed from video recording equipment, a video stream distribution server receiving the video feed, a relay transferring the video feed to users by rendering the video feed in relation to bandwidth available to each of the users and selecting a protocol of RTP, RTSP, and RTMP and selecting transmission parameters of video bit rate parameters, frames per second parameters, window size(s) parameters, buffer size parameters, key frame interval parameters. Systems and methods create and transmit video feeds with full duplex communication, viewing options, and surgery-performable video frame sequence transmission at substantially reduced bandwidth between origin and end user. 1. A system for embedding and sharing video feeds captured during a surgery with users , the system comprising:a video receiver configured to receive a video feed from a video recording equipment;a video stream distribution server configured to receive the video feed from the video receiver; and a protocol selector configured to select at least one of RTP, RTSP, and RTMP protocols, and', 'a transmission parameter selector configured to select at least one of video bit rate, frames per second, window size(s), buffer size, and key frame interval parameters, wherein the video feed is performed at a bandwidth reduced for each of the users and includes full duplex communication, viewing options, and a surgery-performable video frame sequence transmission., 'a relay configured to relay the video feed to the users, wherein the relay includes a renderer configured to render the video feed in relation to bandwidth available to each of the users, and wherein the renderer includes,'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the transmission parameter selector is configured to select at least one of claim 1 ,a video bit rate of about 300 kbps to 10 Mbps,a frames per ...

SUBJECT INFORMATION ACQUISITION APPARATUS

A subject information acquisition apparatus comprises a casing in which a transmissive member capable of transmitting acoustic waves and laser beams therethrough is provided; a light irradiating unit disposed inside the casing so as to irradiate a subject with laser beams with the transmissive member interposed; an acoustic wave probe disposed inside the casing so as to receive acoustic waves with the transmissive member interposed; and a scanning mechanism disposed inside the casing so as to move the light irradiating unit and the acoustic wave probe in relation to the casing, wherein the casing is configured to be movable on the subject. 1. A subject information acquisition apparatus comprising:a casing in which a transmissive member capable of transmitting acoustic waves and laser beams therethrough is provided;a light irradiating unit disposed inside the casing so as to irradiate a subject with laser beams with the transmissive member interposed;an acoustic wave probe disposed inside the casing so as to receive acoustic waves with the transmissive member interposed; anda scanning mechanism disposed inside the casing so as to move the light irradiating unit and the acoustic wave probe in relation to the casing, whereinthe casing is configured to be movable on the subject.2. The subject information acquisition apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a subject mounting unit on which the subject is placed, whereinthe casing is configured to be movable in relation to the subject mounting unit.3. The subject information acquisition apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a supporting mechanism configured to support the casing with the aid of an arm, whereinthe casing is configured to be movable by the supporting mechanism.4. The subject information acquisition apparatus according to claim 3 , whereinthe supporting mechanism includes a mechanism configured to change a posture of the casing in relation to the subject.5. The subject information ...

Light-Based Accessory Apparatuses for Breast Pumps

An improved accessory light for breast pumps apparatus is described. This improved accessory light for breast pumps apparatus may be secured or affixed to various models of breast pumps to allow the user to have a hands-free, illuminated view of the milk being expressed from the breast. The accessory light may consist of a clamp-based accessory secured to a breast shield neck or an accessory that is secured to the breast shield back using a flexible material. 1. An apparatus comprising:a breast shield, the breast shield comprising a breast shield front designed to be in contact with a human female breast expressing milk and a breast shield neck;a device having a top side and a bottom side, the device comprising a light source on the bottom side of the device, a clamp secured to the bottom side of the device, and a switch for activating the light source;wherein the bottom side of the device is secured to the breast shield by the clamp;and wherein when the light source is activated by the switch, the light source illuminates a portion of the interior of the breast shield.2. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein the clamp is a C-shaped clamp.3. The apparatus as in claim 2 , wherein the C-shaped clamp is a light tube.4. The apparatus as in claim 3 , wherein the device is secured to the breast shield neck.5. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein the clamp is a strap and wherein the device further comprises at least one securing mechanism for selectively securing the strap to the device.6. The apparatus as in claim 5 , wherein the device is secured to the breast shield neck.7. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein the light source is a LED.8. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein the light source further comprises a light filer.9. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein the light source emits from multiple sources.10. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein the light source emits more than one color.11. An apparatus comprising:a breast shield comprising a breast shield front ...

DEDICATED USER INTERFACE FOR MR-GUIDED INTERSTITIAL INTERVENTIONS

A magnetic resonance (MR) system () for guidance of a shaft or needle () to a target () of a subject () is provided. The system includes a user interface (). The user interface () includes a frame () positioned on a surface of the subject (). The frame () includes an opening () over an entry point of a planned trajectory for the shaft or needle (). The planned trajectory extends from the entry point to the target (). The user interface () further includes one or more visual indicators () arranged on the frame () around the opening (). The one or more visual indicators () at least one of: 1) visually indicate deviation of the shaft or needle () from the planned trajectory; and 2) visually indicate a current position of a real-time slice of real-time MR images. 1. A magnetic resonance (MR) system for guidance of a shaft or needle to a target of a subject , said system comprising: a frame configured to be positioned on a surface of the subject, the frame including an opening over an entry point of a planned trajectory for the shaft or needle, the planned trajectory extending from the entry point to the target; and,', [ visually indicating deviation of the shaft or needle from the planned trajectory; and,', 'visually indicating a current position of a real-time slice of real-time MR images; and,, 'one or more visual indicators arranged on the frame around the opening, the one or more visual indicators at least one of, 'one or more user input devices arranged on the frame around the opening, the user input devices selectively adjusting the current position of the real-time slice., 'at least one of], 'a user interface including2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the frame includes the one or more visual indicators claim 1 , the system further including: determine a current trajectory of the shaft or needle;', 'compare the planned trajectory with the current trajectory to determine the deviation of the shaft or needle from the planned trajectory; and,', 'generate ...

DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR ASSESSING TISSUE STRUCTURES, PATHOLOGY, AND HEALING

Disclosed herein are portable handheld devices, systems, and methods for the evaluation of tissue pathology and the evaluation and/or monitoring of tissue regeneration. The handheld devices and systems perform laser speckle and hyperspectral imaging to assess tissue pathology and tissue regeneration. The device and system of the disclosure may also perform 3D surface reconstruction. 1. A handheld device for performing imaging of biological tissue , the device comprising a housing including:a source assembly having at least one light source;at least one acquisition device for capturing images of a region of interest of a subject, the at least one acquisition device including a hyperspectral image sensor; and communicate with a mobile device with a camera; and', 'process raw laser speckle image data from the camera, raw digital picture data from either the camera or the hyperspectral image sensor, and raw hyperspectral image sensor data to evaluate tissue pathology and tissue regeneration of the region of interest., 'a control module configured to2. The device of claim 1 , the control module is further configured to process 3D surface image data to evaluate tissue pathology and tissue regeneration of the region of interest.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one light source is at least one of a light emitting diode (LED) and a laser.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one light source comprises two light sources that emits light at a wavelength in a range of about 400 nm to about 2 claim 1 ,500 nm claim 1 , and about 600 nm to about 2 claim 1 ,500 nm.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the about 400 nm to about 2 claim 4 ,500 nm wavelength light is emitted from a LED and the about 600 nm to about 2 claim 4 ,500 nm wavelength light is emitted from a laser.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the laser is a vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL).7. The device of claim 5 , further comprising a diffuser located within a light path of at least ...

EYE DROP DEVICE

An eye drop device and a method of applying eye drops to the eye are disclosed herein. An exemplary embodiment of the device contains a main housing having an interior and exterior with a top opening sized to surround the eye and a bottom opening sized to accept the tip of an eye drop vial. The device also preferably contains a cavity for accepting the battery and an LED positioned within the interior of the main housing. A switch may be used to energize the LED. The method includes the steps of attaching an eye drop vial to the main housing, positioning the device over the eye, energizing the LED, and applying the eye drops. 1. A device for dispensing drops into an eye of a user from a vial having a dispensing tip , the device comprising:a main housing, having a first opening that is sized and adapted to surround the user's eye and a second opening that is sized and adapted to receive the dispensing tip, directing the dispensing tip toward the first opening, the main housing further comprising a continuous wall that effectively encloses an interior of the main housing that faces the first opening;a switch, arranged in the main housing; andan LED, arranged on the interior of the main housing and directed toward the first opening, the LED in electrical communication with the switch such that activation of the switch causes the LED to illuminate.2. The dispensing device of claim 1 , wherein:the first opening contains a rounded perimeter edge.3. The dispensing device of claim 1 , wherein:the second opening contains a threaded collar adapted to receive the dispensing tip of the vial.4. The dispensing device of claim 1 , wherein:the switch is a pressure switch arranged relative to the second opening such that reception of the dispensing tip activates the switch and removal of the dispensing tip deactivates the switch.5. The dispensing device of claim 4 , further comprising:a gravity switch arranged in electrical communication with the pressure switch and the LED such ...

BRACHYTHERAPY POSITION VERIFICATION SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE

In one embodiment, a verification system for confirming the position of a conduit inserted within a patient may include an elongate control element dimensioned for insertion within the conduit. The control element has a proximal end and a distal end, and a verification element coupled to a distal region. The verification element may be configured to detect the presence of a reference marker associated with the conduit and communicate a signal indicative of the position of the reference marker relative to the verification element. The control element may also be configured to maneuver the verification element along a length of the conduit. The system may also include a drive device coupled to a proximal region of the control element for controlling movement of the control element through the conduit, a controller associated with the verification element and configured to communicate with the verification element, and a signal conductor for conducting the signal between the verification element and the controller. 1. A verification system for confirming the position of a conduit inserted within a patient , comprising:an elongate control element dimensioned for insertion within the conduit, wherein the control element has a proximal end and a distal end;a verification element coupled to a distal region of the control element, wherein the verification element is configured to detect the presence of a reference marker associated with the conduit and communicate a signal indicative of the position of the reference marker relative to the verification element, and wherein the control element is configured to maneuver the verification element along a length of the conduit;a drive device coupled to a proximal region of the control element for controlling movement of the control element through the conduit;a controller associated with the verification element, wherein the controller is configured to communicate with the verification element; anda signal conductor to conduct ...

APPARATUS FOR CORNEAL SHAPE ANALYSIS AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING A CORNEAL THICKNESS

A method of determining a corneal thickness and an apparatus for determining the same. The method comprises the following steps of illuminating a cornea by a plurality of stimulator point light sources, capturing an image of the cornea comprising reflected images of the stimulator point light sources, obtaining a first model representing an anterior surface of the cornea, constructing a second model representing a posterior surface of the cornea from the image by ray-tracing the reflected images of the stimulator point light sources towards the first model representing the anterior surface of the cornea, and determining the corneal thickness from the first model representing the anterior surface and the second model representing the posterior surface. 1. A method of determining a model of a lens of an eye , the method comprising the steps of:illuminating an eye by a plurality of stimulator point light sources;capturing an image of the eye comprising reflected images of the stimulator point light sources, the reflected images including 3th and 4th Purkinje images;obtaining a first model representing an anterior surface of a cornea of the eye;obtaining a second model representing a posterior surface of the cornea of the eye; andconstructing a third model representing a front surface of the lens of the eye from the image by ray-tracing the reflected images of the stimulator point light sources towards the stimulator point light sources via the first and second models representing the anterior and posterior surfaces of the cornea.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising the step of:constructing a second model representing a back surface of the lens of the eye from the image by ray-tracing the reflected images of the stimulator point light sources towards the stimulator point light sources via the first and second models representing the anterior and posterior surfaces of the cornea and the third model representing the front surface of the lens.3. The ...

DISSECTING CANNULA AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

Methods and devices described herein facilitate improved access of locations within the body by providing a variety of dissection modes on a single access device. 1. A multi-mode tissue dissecting device for delivering one or more medical devices to a target site , the device comprising:a cannula having a working channel extending therethrough and exiting at a distal opening, where the distal opening permits movement of the medical device in a direction parallel to an axis of the working channel;a dilation wedge, smaller than an outer diameter of the cannula and located at a distal end of the cannula and configured to permit mechanical dilation of a small opening in tissue into a larger opening as a first dissection mode;a dissecting surface located on a portion of the dilation wedge, the dissecting surface having a frictional coefficient greater than that of a frictional coefficient of the cannula such that the dissecting surface grips the tissue as the dissecting surface moves against the tissue to dissection of tissue as a second dissection mode; andan expandable dilation member located about an exterior surface of the cannula to separate tissue when expanded as a third dissection mode.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising at least one fluid port located within the working channel configured to apply suction or deliver a fluid within the working channel claim 1 , the fluid port in fluid communication with a fluid lumen within the cannula.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising a gripping portion having an open proximal end allowing for advancement of the medical device therethrough and a first fluid connector for coupling the fluid lumen to a fluid source.4. The device of claim 3 , where a portion of the cannula between the distal end and the gripping portion is flexible and has a column strength allowing for advancement of the cannula into the body.5. The device of claim 2 , where the fluid lumen is located within a wall of the cannula and where ...

MEDICAL DEVICE

An embodiment of the invention relates to a medical device with a tubular interior space for accommodating the subject to be examined, a cladding of the tubular interior space facing towards the subject to be examined and a device for lighting the tubular interior space, which includes at least one lamp. The lamp is mounted on the side of the cladding of the tubular interior space facing towards the subject to be examined and forms the tunnel contour of the tubular interior space. 1. A medical device , comprising:a tubular interior space to accommodate a subject to be examined;a cladding of the tubular interior space, facing the subject to be examined; and at least one flexible mat woven from light-conducting fibers, into which the light from at least one light source is coupled, or', 'at least two organic light-emitting diodes, arranged on a flexible carrier substrate., 'a device to light the tubular interior space, the device including at least one lamp, the at least one lamp being mounted on a side of the cladding of the tubular interior space facing towards the subject to be examined and forming a tunnel contour of the tubular interior space, the at least one lamp including'}2. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one lamp includes a plurality of lighting elements.3. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein the light-conducting fibers are designed as at least one of glass fibers and synthetic fibers.4. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein the light source is arranged outside the tubular interior space.5. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein a light-reflecting layer is applied on the side facing away from the subject to be examined of the mat which is woven from light-conducting fibers.6. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein a coating on the side facing towards the subject to be examined of the mat claim 1 , which is woven from light-conducting fibers claim 1 , prevents or reduces the coupling-out of light at at least one part of the ...

Wearable Electronic Device for Enhancing Visualization During Insertion of an Invasive Device

A wearable electronic device configured to be worn by a user while performing an invasive procedure for enhancing visualization of desired anatomical structures is provided. The wearable electronic device includes: a housing; at least one imaging sensor associated with the housing; and a visual display integrally formed with or associated with the housing. The device is configured to acquire an image of an invasive access site of a patient with the at least one imaging sensor, process the image to determine a location of a desired anatomical structure, and display a virtual trace of the location to the user via the visual display. 1. A wearable electronic device configured to be worn by a user comprising:a housing;at least one imaging sensor associated with the housing; anda visual display integrally formed with or associated with the housing;wherein the device is configured to acquire an image of an invasive access site of a patient with the at least one imaging sensor, process the image to determine a location of a desired anatomical structure, and display a virtual trace of the anatomical structure to the user via the visual display.2. The wearable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the invasive access site is a vascular access site claim 1 , and the desired anatomical structure is a desired vein.3. The wearable electronic device of claim 1 , further comprising:a microprocessor for managing the at least one imaging sensor and visual display; anda program for acquiring and processing images from the at least one imaging sensor.4. The wearable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the device acquires and processes the image automatically claim 1 , without an input or actuation activity by the user.5. The wearable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the virtual display provides the virtual trace to the user in a hands-free manner.6. The wearable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the device processes the image to determine the location of the desired ...

ROOM MONITORING DEVICE AND SLEEP ANALYSIS METHODS

A method monitors a person's sleep parameters, sleep activities, sleep state, or awake status sleep. At least one of a person's motion, movement and gesture is detected for determining a person's sleep parameters, sleep activities, sleep state, or awake status. The at least one of a person's motion, movement and gesture is communicated to a user monitoring device that includes at least two elements selected from: a proximity sensor; a temperature sensor/humidity sensor; a particulate sensor; a light sensor; a microphone; a speaker; two RF transmitters (BLE/ANT+WIFI); a memory card; and LED's. 1. A method for monitoring a person's sleep parameters , sleep activities , sleep state , or awake status sleep , comprising:detecting at least one of a person's motion, movement and gesture for determining a person's sleep parameters, sleep activities, sleep state, or awake status; andcommunicating the at least one of a person's motion, movement and gesture to a user monitoring device that includes at least two elements selected from: a proximity sensor; a temperature sensor/humidity sensor; a particulate sensor; a light sensor; a microphone; a speaker; two RF transmitters (BLE/ANT+WIFI); a memory card; and LED's.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the person's sleep parameters claim 1 , sleep activities claim 1 , sleep state claim 1 , or awake status sleep are selected from at least one of: sleep-related breathing disorders claim 1 , sleep apnea claim 1 , sleep-related seizure disorders claim 1 , sleep-related movement disorders including periodic limb movement disorder claim 1 , restless legs syndrome (RLS) claim 1 , problems sleeping at night (insomnia) claim 1 , sleep disorders that cause extreme daytime tiredness including narcolepsy claim 1 , problems with nighttime behaviors including sleepwalking claim 1 , night terrors claim 1 , or bed-wetting claim 1 , bruxism or grinding of the teeth during sleep claim 1 , problems sleeping during the day because of working at night ...

Breastfeeding quantity estimator

A sensor for indirect estimation of breast milk intake by an infant, the sensor comprising: a housing configured to be externally attached to an incontinence product worn by a subject, said housing comprising: a light-emitting diode (LED) configured to illuminate the incontinence product; a photodetector configured to output an indication of the amount of light reflected from the incontinence product; and an integrated circuit configured to: (a) receive the indication from said photodetector, (b) compute, based on the indication, an amount of urine secreted by the subject into the incontinence product, and (c) estimate the amount of breast milk intake by the infant based on the amount of urine secreted by the subject into the incontinence product.

Illuminated surgical retractor

An illuminated surgical retractor includes a blade, a handle, a curved section and an illumination assembly. The blade has a top surface and a bottom surface. The handle extends at an angle from a proximal end of the blade. The curved section connects the handle to the blade. The illumination assembly includes at least one light source, at least one battery and an activation device for energizing the light source. The illumination assembly is attachable to the curved section.

VEIN TRANSILLUMINATION DEVICE USING ORANGE AND RED LIGHT WITH A WHITE EXAM LIGHT

An illumination device that has an orange light, with LEDs having a wavelength in the range of 580-620 nm, and/or a red light with LEDs having a wavelength of light in the range of 620-650 nm for side-transillumination of the veins. Orange light has been found to be beneficial for transillumination of superficial veins, while red light has been found to be beneficial for transillumination of deeper veins. In addition, the device has white light which is used for illumination of the surface of the skin. The illumination device contains a manual or automatic switch or switching mechanism that allows the user to easily switch between the orange light/red light and the white exam light by simply pressing a button or moving the device. 1. An illumination device comprising in combination: an orange light composed of LEDs having a wavelength in the range of 580-620 nm , a red light with LEDs having a wavelength of light in the range of 620-650 nm for side-transillumination of the veins , and a white exam light composed of LEDs for illumination of the surface of the skin.2. The illumination device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a manual or automatic switch that allows a user to switch between the orange light claim 1 , the red light claim 1 , the white exam light claim 1 , or combinations thereof claim 1 , by pressing a button or moving the device.3. The illumination device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a housing having a handle portion at a first end thereof and an illumination portion with a light generating source at a second end thereof.4. The illumination device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the handle portion is shaped and dimensioned to allow a user to securely grip the handle portion.5. The illumination device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the housing portion contains a power source for the light generating source.6. The illumination device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the illumination portion of the housing includes a substantially ...

LIGHTING DEVICE FOR FORMING AN ILLUMINATION SPOT OF VARIABLE DIAMATER AND OF VARIABLE COLOR TEMPERATURE

A lighting device comprises a first light source () at a first color temperature (Tk1), a second light source () at a second color temperature (Tk2) that is different from the first color temperature, and an optical system that forms an illumination spot () at an intermediate color temperature (Tkr). The optical system comprises a beam splitter () that is arranged to split the light produced by each light source () into a transmitted light beam and a reflected light beam. It is arranged to focus said transmitted and reflective light beams (FR FR) and to combine them in a certain superposition configuration in a superposition plane in which said illumination spot is formed, and the optical system and the light sources are arranged to modify the size of the illumination spot () at said intermediate temperature. 1101202313102011211222121212111122223. A lighting device for illuminating an operative field , the lighting device comprising a first light source () suitable for emitting a first light beam (F) at a first color temperature (Tk1) , a second light source () suitable for emitting a second light beam (F) at a second color temperature (Tk2) that is different from the first color temperature , and an optical system that uses the light from the sources to form an illumination spot () at an intermediate color temperature (Tkr) lying between the first color temperature and the second color temperature , said lighting device being characterized in that the optical system comprises a beam splitter () that is arranged to split the light produced by each light source ( , ) into a transmitted light beam (F , F) and a reflected light beam (F , F) , in that the optical system is arranged to focus the reflected second light beam portion (F) of said first light beam (F) together with the transmitted first light beam portion (F) of said second light beam (F) so as to form a first resulting beam (FR) having said intermediate color temperature (Tkr) , and to focus the transmitted ...

LUMINESCENT PATIENT CONNECTOR FOR PHYSIOLOGIC SIGNAL ACQUISITION

A luminescent patient connector connectable to a device that acquires physiologic signals comprises a leadwire and a luminescent casing. The leadwire has a first end connectable to an electrode and a second end having a device connector configured to connect to an acquisition device for acquiring a patient physiological signal. The luminescent casing is around at least a portion of the leadwire and is configured to receive light input and permit the transmission of light across the length of the leadwire to illuminate at least the first end of the leadwire. 1. A luminescent patient connector connectable to a device that acquires physiologic signals , the luminescent patient connector comprising:a leadwire having a first end connectable to an electrode and a second end having a device connector configured to connect to an acquisition device for acquiring a patient physiological signal; anda luminescent casing around at least a portion of the leadwire configured to receive light input and permit the transmission of light across the length of the leadwire to illuminate at least the first end of the leadwire.2. The luminescent patient connector of wherein the first end of the leadwire has an electrode connector configured to attach to an electrode and to illuminate as a result of light input at the second end of the leadwire.3. The luminescent patient connector of wherein the luminescent casing is configured to illuminate the length of the leadwire as a result of light input at the second end of the leadwire.4. The luminescent patient connector of wherein the luminescent casing is comprised of one or more optical fibers claim 1 , and wherein the optical fibers are comprised of end-emitting fibers and/or edge-emitting fibers.5. A luminescent patient connector connectable to a device that acquires physiologic signals claim 1 , the luminescent patient connector comprising:a leadwire having a first end connectable to an electrode and a second end having a device connector ...

LIGHTING DEVICE FOR SURGICAL PURPOSES

The invention relates to a lighting device (), which is equipped for fastening to a surgical instrument () or, by means of adapter (), to a body part (), in particular a finger of a surgeon or of an operating room assistant, in order to serve as a light source during a surgical operation, in particular within a body cavity or organ cavity of genuine or traumatic origin and in other body regions that are difficult to access. At least one pin () pointing outward from the wall of the housing () is arranged on the housing () of the lighting device () in a wall area () directed toward the surgical instrument in the fastening position, which pin has a light emitting opening () at the distal end of the pin and is designed for passing through an opening () of the surgical instrument or of the adapter () and thus establishing a form-closed or force-closed connection to the opening. The pin () is preferably movable in order to achieve optimal illumination of the operation site. The invention further relates to a surgical instrument suitable for accommodating the lighting device () and a set comprising the lighting device () and at least one surgical instrument. 115.-. (canceled)16. A lighting device equipped for fastening to a surgical instrument or by means of adapters on a body part of a surgeon or an OP-assistant comprising a housing and at least one illuminant , wherein at least one pin pointing outwards from the wall of the housing is arranged on the housing in a wall area directed towards the surgical instrument in the fastening position , wherein the pin has a light-emitting opening at the distal end of the pin and is designed for reaching through a fenestration of the surgical instrument or of the adapter and thus establishing a form-fit or force-fit connection with the fenestration.17. The lighting device according to claim 16 , wherein the pin is an essentially cylindrical stud.18. The lighting device according to claim 16 , wherein the pin is bendable and/or ...

INTEGRATED THIN-FILM OPTRODE

An optrode may provide a cylindrical substrate two or more electrodes deposited said cylindrical substrate. The cylindrical substrate and electrodes may be coated by an insulating layer with openings or vias over certain portions of the electrodes that may provide a contact for the neural probe or may be utilized to connect lead lines. Manufacturing of an optrode may utilize a jig that secures a cylindrical substrate coated by a conductive material and a resist. A first mask may be positioned in an opening provided by the jig, and the cylindrical substrate may be exposed ions or neutral particles to define one or more electrode patterns. After regions of the resist and conductive material are removed to form the electrodes, a second mask may be utilized to define vias regions in which portions of the electrodes are exposed and uncoated by an insulating layer. 1. A method for fabricating a probe , the method comprising:positioning at least one cylindrical substrate in a first jig, wherein the at least one cylindrical substrate is coated by an electrode layer and a resist layer, and the jig comprises at least one v-groove for receiving the cylindrical substrate and a first stencil mask defining a first pattern for contact lines and electrode sites;exposing said at least one cylindrical substrate to a first broad beam of energetic ions or neutral particles, wherein said first broad beam transfers said first pattern to the resist on the at least one cylindrical substrate;removing a portion of the resist from the at least one cylindrical substrate, wherein remaining resist corresponding to the first pattern is unremoved from the at least one cylindrical substrate;removing exposed portion of the electrode layer from the at least one cylindrical substrate, wherein the remaining resist left on the cylindrical substrate prevents a portion of said electrode layer below the remaining resist from being removed, thereby forming the contact lines and the electrode sites from the ...

INTRACAVITY ILLUMINATION DEVICE

The present invention relates to an intracavity system and method for illuminating a surgical site within a body cavity to be used with a stationary surgical device. The system comprises at least one light source comprising a light-emitting diode configured and operable to emit illumination light into the body cavity. The light-emitting diode is mounted on a coupling assembly for securing the light-emitting diode to an external surface of the stationary surgical device to permit selectively fastening the light source to any desired location along the stationary surgical device and repositioning thereof. Each of the at least one light source is connected via a wire to a handheld self-contained electrical power supply unit. The wire is configured to transmit power supply energy from the power supply unit to the light source. 1. An intracavity system for illuminating a surgical site within a body cavity to be used with a stationary surgical device , the system comprising:at least one light source comprising a light-emitting diode configured and operable to emit illumination light into said body cavity; said light-emitting diode being mounted on a coupling assembly for securing said light-emitting diode to an external surface of said stationary surgical device to permit selectively fastening said light source to any desired location along said stationary surgical device and repositioning thereof; each of said at least one light source being connected via a wire to a handheld self-contained electrical power supply unit, said wire being configured to transmit power supply energy from the power supply unit to the light source.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said coupling assembly comprises at least one of a magnetic claim 1 , a clipping and a notch element configured to be coupled to said stationary surgical device.3. The system of any one of or claim 1 , wherein each of said at least one light source is coated with an adhesive material enabling to temporarily affix ...

Examination Light Apparatus with Touch-Less Control

An examination light apparatus including a touch-less control component that enables a user to control the apparatus without requiring physical contact between the user and the apparatus. The apparatus employs an LED control component that is configured to adapt its electrical interface to a variable quantity of light emitting diodes in order to interface with each of a plurality of lamp heads that each can include a unique arrangement and quantity of light emitting diodes. The light emitting diodes (LEDs) provide a high level of light quality, quantity and intensity (luminosity) while requiring low power consumption and low space and weight requirements and are employed without requiring a cooling fan. Uniform mechanical and electrical interfaces between the control component and other portions of the examination lamp provide for efficient and simple manufacturing of various examination light configurations.

METHOD AND ARTICLES FOR TREATING THE SINUS SYSTEM

A method of treating a sinus cavity of a subject includes advancing a distal portion of a light source through a drainage pathway of a sinus cavity and into the sinus cavity and visually observing a transdermal light emitted from the light source. A distal portion of a substantially rigid inner guide member of a balloon dilation catheter is advanced into the drainage pathway, the balloon dilation catheter including a movable shaft including a balloon that is slidably mounted on the substantially rigid inner guide member. The movable shaft and balloon are advanced distally over the substantially rigid inner guide member to place a portion of the balloon in the drainage pathway whereby the balloon is inflated. 124-. (canceled)25. A method of treating a sinus cavity of a subject using a balloon dilation catheter , the method comprising: a handle,', 'an inner guide member extending from the handle, wherein the inner guide member is a hypotube having a wall thickness of between about 0.005 inches to about 0.020 inches,', 'a movable shaft coupled to a balloon and slidably mounted on the inner guide member, and', 'a balloon advancement member configured to advance the shaft and the balloon over the inner guide member;, 'providing a balloon dilation catheter that includes'}advancing the inner guide member to a desired location in a drainage pathway of the sinus cavity;advancing the shaft and balloon over the inner guide member, wherein advancing the shaft and balloon places the balloon at the desired location; andinflating the balloon.26. The method of claim 25 , further comprising tracking the movement of the inner guide member into a frontal recess using an image guided surgery system.27. The method of claim 26 , wherein the image guided surgery system comprises a CT guidance system.28. The method of claim 25 , wherein the inner guide member includes a lumen and claim 25 , prior to inflating the balloon claim 25 , a guide wire is inserted into the lumen and advanced until ...

MAGNIFICATION LOUPE WITH DISPLAY SYSTEM

The present invention relates to optical instruments, in particular to magnification loupes, such as those worn by dentists and surgeons. The magnification loupes are equipped with one or more cameras and with one or more displays and/or with an audio assembly. The invention also relates to a system comprising such magnification loupes and a computer system. 1. A magnification loupe comprising:(a) a spectacle frame comprising a right temple and a left temple;(b) a right camera mounted to the right temple, said right camera having a viewing direction which is facing towards a point which lies in the viewing direction of a person wearing the magnification loupe and which lies about 20 cm to about 60 cm in front of a right eye of the person wearing the magnification loupe;(c) a left camera mounted to the left temple, said left camera having a viewing direction which is facing towards a point which lies in the viewing direction of the person wearing the magnification loupe and which lies about 20 cm to about 60 cm in front of a left eye of the person wearing the magnification loupe;(d) a right display which is structured and configured to display an image recorded by the right camera in real-time; said right display being mounted to the spectacle frame in such a manner that said right display is in front of the right eye of a person wearing the magnification loupe; and(e) a left display which is structured and configured to display an image recorded by the left camera real-time; said left display being mounted to the spectacle frame in such a manner that said left display in front of the left eye of a person wearing the magnification loupe.2. The magnification loupe according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the right camera or the left camera is structured and configured to wirelessly transmit images recorded by said right camera or said left camera to a monitor or to a computer or to a further display in real-time.3. The magnification loupe according to claim 1 , ...

LIGHT BASED LOCATION AND IDENTIFICATION OF IMPLANTED MEDICAL DEVICES

A method of determining information regarding an implanted medical device. The method includes scanning an infrared or near-infrared laser over a target area wherein a medical device having at least one light affective area defined thereon is implanted; sensing reflected light from the scanned area; processing the reflected light and creating an image which indicates the light affective area based on a difference in the sensed light; and displaying the created image. A system for determining information regarding an implanted medical device is also provided. 1. A method of determining information regarding an implanted medical device , the method comprising:scanning an infrared or near-infrared laser over a target area wherein a medical device having at least one light affective area defined thereon is implanted;sensing reflected light from the scanned area;processing the reflected light signal and creating an image which indicates the light affective area based on a difference in the received reflected light signal; anddisplaying the created image.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of displaying the created image includes projecting the created image as visible light on the target area.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the visible light is a visible laser with a different wavelength than the infrared or near-infrared laser.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the projecting of the created image as visible light on the target area is done in near real time.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of displaying the created image includes displaying the created image on a display of a scanning device which is used for generating the infrared or near-infrared laser.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the information to be determined includes one of location claim 1 , orientation or attribute of the medical device.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein a pattern of the light affective area is indicative of an attribute of the medical device.8. The method of claim ...

INTEGRATED ILLUMINATION AND OPTICAL SURFACE TOPOLOGY DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

Systems and methods are provided for optical topology detection and illumination. Embodiments provide an integrated system, and methods of operation thereof, where the integrated system includes an illumination system and an optical topology detection system, and where at least a portion of the spectral content of illumination light from the illumination system is within an optical detection bandwidth of the optical topology detection system, and where the operation of the optical topology detection system and the illumination system are interleaved to avoid crosstalk, such that the optical topology detection system detects the optical topology detection light when the illumination system is not emitting illumination light. The system may include, and control the operation of, an optical navigation system. The components of the system may be mounted to a rigid frame to maintain calibration. 1. An integrated system for optical topology detection and illumination , an illumination system configured to illuminate a region of interest with illumination light;', 'wherein at least a portion of the spectral content of the illumination light is within an optical detection bandwidth of said optical topology detection system; and', 'an optical topology detection system configured to project optical topology detection light onto the region of interest and to detect optical topology detection light scattered or reflected from the region of interest to detect the topology at the region of interest;'}, 'provide one or more control signals for repeatedly triggering interleaved operation of said optical topology detection system and said illumination system; and', 'one or more processors configured to], 'comprisingcontrol the operation of said optical topology detection system and said illumination system according to the one or more control signals, such that the optical topology detection system detects the optical topology detection light when said illumination system is not ...

OPTICAL TRIAL DEVICE

An optical trial implant device that can be used to determine an appropriate size for an intervertebral disc implant can be configured so that one or more portions of the device can be optically transparent or radiolucent. The device can include an imaging device that can be used to view and image the intervertebral space through the optically transparent portion(s) of the device. The device can be used to determine the extent and quality of preparation of an intervertebral space between adjacent vertebral bodies for a surgical procedure, such as a disc replacement or spinal fusion procedure. The acquired image information can be transmitted to a mobile computing device for display in real time and/or stored for future use. The information may also be used to determine parameters indicating the quality of endplate surface preparation. 1. An intervertebral trial device , comprising: an upper trial vertebral end plate surface configured to engage a first vertebral endplate,', 'a lower trial vertebral endplate surface configured to engage a second vertebral endplate, and', 'at least one of the upper trial vertebral end plate surface, the lower trial vertebral end plate surface, and the perimeter wall having at least a portion thereof that is optically transparent or translucent; and', 'a perimeter wall connecting the upper and lower trial vertebral end plate surfaces, the perimeter wall having a distal portion, a proximal portion, and opposed lateral portions,'}], 'a trial implant body configured to be placed between adjacent vertebral bodies, the trial implant body havingan elongated handle extending from a portion of the perimeter wall.2. The intervertebral trial device of claim 1 , wherein the trial implant body comprises an optically transparent polymer or crystal.3. The intervertebral trial device of claim 1 , wherein the portion that is optically transparent comprises an opening formed in at least one of the upper trial vertebral end plate surface and the lower ...

SURGICAL ACCESS ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF USING SAME

An illuminating ring assembly is disclosed. The illuminating ring configured to be used with a surgical access element. The illuminating ring assembly comprises a housing defined by a cover and a wall member extending from the cover, wherein the cover and wall member cooperate to define a cavity therein, a light element configured to be disposed with the cavity, and an attachment mechanism configured to selectively attach the housing to a surgical access element. Wherein the cover and the light element both include an opening therethrough. 120-. (canceled)21. An illuminating ring assembly configured to be used with a surgical access element , comprising:a housing defined by a cover and a wall member extending from the cover, wherein the cover and the wall member cooperate to define a cavity therein;a light element disposed within the cavity; andan attachment mechanism configured to selectively attach the housing to a surgical access element;wherein the cover and the light element both include an aligned opening therethrough.22. The illuminating ring of claim 21 , wherein the attachment portion comprises a spring clamp.23. The illuminating ring of claim 22 , wherein the spring clamp is configured with first and second finger rests separated by gripping portions.24. The illuminating ring of claim 23 , wherein the gripping portions are arranged to oppose one another.25. The illuminating ring of claim 23 , wherein the first finger rest is connected to the gripping portions by first and second arms and wherein the second finger rest is connected to the gripping portions by third and fourth arms.26. The illuminating ring of claim 23 , wherein the first and second finger rests have an arcuate shape.27. The illuminating ring of claim 22 , wherein the spring clamp is a unitary structure.28. The illuminating ring of claim 22 , further comprising at least one securing member extending outwardly away from the wall member of the housing claim 22 , and wherein the spring clamp ...

Robotic Surgery System Including Position Sensors Using Fiber Bragg Gratings

An apparatus comprises a robotic manipulator and a surgical instrument mounted to the robotic manipulator. The surgical instrument comprises an elongate arm including an actively controlled bendable region including at least one joint region and an end effector and a passively bendable region including a distal end coupled to the actively controlled bendable region. An actuation mechanism extends through the passively bendable region and is coupled to the at least one joint region to control the actively controlled bendable region. A channel extends through the elongate arm, and an optical fiber is positioned in the channel. The optical fiber includes an optical fiber bend sensor in at least one of the passively bendable region or the actively controlled bendable region. 120-. (canceled)21. An apparatus comprising:a robotic manipulator; and [ an actively controlled bendable region including at least one joint region and an end effector,', 'a passively bendable region including a distal end coupled to the actively controlled bendable region,', 'an actuation mechanism extending through the passively bendable region and coupled to the at least one joint region to control the actively controlled bendable region, and', 'a channel extending through the elongate arm; and, 'an elongate arm comprising, 'an optical fiber positioned in the channel, wherein the optical fiber includes an optical fiber bend sensor in at least one of the passively bendable region or the actively controlled bendable region., 'a surgical instrument mounted to the robotic manipulator, the surgical instrument comprising22. The apparatus of claim 21 , wherein the optical fiber bend sensor comprises a plurality of optical fiber cores in the optical fiber.23. The apparatus of claim 21 , wherein the optical fiber bend sensor comprises a plurality of optical fiber cores in the optical fiber claim 21 , and each of the plurality of optical fiber cores comprises a Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) region.24. The ...

Fastener cartridge comprising deployable tissue engaging members

A fastener cartridge can comprise a cartridge body including a plurality of cavities arranged in longitudinal rows. Some of the cavities can have fasteners removably stored therein. Other cavities can have deployable tissue engaging members stored therein which are movable from an undeployed position to a deployed position to engage tissue. In some instances, the fastener cartridge can include at least one longitudinal row of cavities which each include a deployable tissue engaging member. Such rows of cavities can comprise the outer-most rows of cavities in the fastener cartridge.

Method and apparatus for performing retro peritoneal dissection

The foregoing application describes a system and method of performing a minimally invasive surgical operation. More specifically, the invention involves the use of disposable cannula and slender dilators of variable lengths, which incorporate a source of illumination to carry light to a surgical site and video capabilities for capturing and displaying images from a CMOS or CCD camera device. According to one embodiment, fiber optics run semi-circumferentially or along walls of the cannula/dilator and terminate at about a centimeter from the distal end of the cannula/dilator, thereby preventing illumination from “bottoming out” at the floor of the incision. According to one alternate embodiment, the light fibers may be fashioned in an annulus around one or more camera chips to provide illumination and video of the surgical site. In still another embodiment, the light fibers may be replaced by light emitting diodes in a more remote light source or alternatively at the distal-tip of the CMOS or CCD camera device.

Method and apparatus for biliary access and stone retrieval

Endoscopes, endoscopic instruments, and methods for making and using the same. An illustrative endoscopic instrument includes a catheter that can extend through the working channel of an endoscope. The catheter may include an end effector passing region.

Fastener cartridge comprising non-uniform fasteners

A fastener cartridge can comprise fastener cavities arranged in longitudinal rows. A first fastener having a first configuration and a second fastener having a second configuration can be stored within a longitudinal row. First fasteners having a first configuration can be stored within a first longitudinal row and second fasteners having a second configuration can be stored within a second longitudinal row. Each first fastener can have a proximal leg, or leg portion, extending at a first proximal angle and a distal leg, or leg portion, extending at a first distal angle and each second fastener can have a proximal leg, or leg portion, extending at a second proximal angle and a distal leg, or leg portion, extending at a second distal angle. The first proximal angle can be different than the second proximal angle and/or the first distal angle can be different than the second distal angle.

Tissue and bone graft removal device

The present invention discloses a rongeur type bone and cartilage removal device incorporating a pistol shaped body exhibiting a forward extending barrel terminating in a powered saw drive including a plurality of blades. A passageway extends through an interior of the barrel and communicates the forward chain drive with a rearward positioned debris collection chamber. A power supply is incorporated into the body and, upon actuating a trigger, closes a circuit with the saw drive and a separate vacuum inducing drive in order to successively excise increments of bone for evacuation through the passageway and into the collection chamber. Another variant of the rongeur type bone removal device includes first and second pivotally secured handles, the first handle terminating at a forward end in a first jaw exhibiting a plurality of extending teeth, with second handle terminating in a second jaw opposing the first jaw and exhibiting a continuous blade edge against which the teeth seats during pivotal motion of the jaws.

Device for surgical interventions

A device for locating an operational unit within a patient's body within the framework of a minimally-invasive surgery intervention includes a shaft having a distal end carrying an operational unit. The device includes an illuminator located at the distal end of the shaft. The illuminator is selectively adjustable to provide a selectively variable lighting field in correspondence with the operational unit. The device may be, for example, a delivery system for a heart valve or a balloon device for post-dilation of such a heart valve once implanted.

Device for removing kidney stones

A system for removing a kidney stone from a ureter may include: an elongate, flexible, outer shaft having a distal end configured to be advanced into the ureter and a proximal end; an elongate, flexible, inner shaft extending through at least part of the outer shaft; an expandable stone retention member extending through at least part of the inner shaft and moveable along the longitudinal axis relative to the inner shaft; an elongate, flexible camera positioned coaxially within the retention member shaft, such that a distal end of the camera is located at or near a distal end of the inner shaft; and a handle coupled with the proximal end of the outer shaft, a proximal end of the inner shaft, and a proximal end of the retention member shaft.

Optical sensors for intraoperative procedures

An intra-operative sensor device for detecting tissue or body parameters includes one or more light emitting sources and one or more photo-detectors. An optical isolator ring may be placed around either the one or more light emitting sources or around the one or more photo-detectors. The intra-operative sensor device may be a stand alone device or may be operatively coupled into a surgical instrument, such as a laparoscopic device.

Safety stop trochar device and system

A safety-stop trochar device and system for use with a trochar and surgical accessory devices. The device and system has a base into which an insert seats over which a cap secures to the base and also secures a previously inserted trochar or drainage device or smoke evacuator or surgical accessory such as an obturator and illumination device. Flexible extension wings on the base have distal suture apertures or an adhesive on the bottom of the base, or both, for securing the base to a patient. U-shaped extensions on the cap facilitate cap placement or removal onto or from the base.

Disposable microscope and portable display

Various embodiments for providing removable, pluggable and disposable opto-electronic modules for illumination and microscopic imaging are provided, for use with portable display devices. Generally, various medical or industrial miniature microscopes can include one or more solid state or other compact electro-optic illuminating elements, electronic vision systems and means of scanning located thereon. Additionally, such opto-electronic modules may include illuminating optics, imaging optics, and/or image manipulation and processing elements. The illuminating elements may have different wavelengths and can be time-synchronized with an image sensor to illuminate an object for imaging or detecting purpose or other conditioning purpose. All control and power functions of such disposable microscope units can be made in the control unit that the disposable microscopes are plugged into.

Pluggable vision module and portable display for endoscopy

Various embodiments for providing removable and pluggable opto-electronic modules for illumination and imaging for endoscopy or borescopy are provided for use with portable display devices. Generally, various medical or industrial devices can include one or more solid state or other compact electro-optic illuminating elements located thereon. Additionally, such opto-electronic modules may include illuminating optics, imaging optics, and/or image capture devices. The illuminating elements may have different wavelengths and can be time-synchronized with an image sensor to illuminate an object for imaging or detecting purpose or other conditioning purpose. The removable opto-electronic modules may be plugged in on the exterior surface of a device, inside the device, deployably coupled to the distal end of the device, or otherwise disposed on the device.

Method for moving an instrument arm of a laparoscopy robot into a predeterminable relative position with respect to a trocar

A method for moving an instrument arm of a laparoscopy robot into a predeterminable position relative to a trocar placed in a patient is proposed. A spatial marker that can be localized from outside of the patient is applied to the trocar. The spatial position of the trocar is detected based on the spatial marker. The intended position of the instrument arm is established from the spatial position and the relative position. The actual position of the instrument arm is detected. The instrument arm is moved into the intended position based on the actual position, the intended position and an error minimization method.

Surgical robot system for performing surgery based on displacement information determined by the specification of the user, and method for controlling same

There is provided a surgical robot system comprising a robot, a control system and a user control device, wherein the robot comprises an endoscope and at least one surgical instrument; the user control device comprises a display means by which a user may make an indication on an internal body part; and the control system comprises a displacement information processing unit and a surgical instrument control unit.

Laser tissue ablation system

Embodiments of the invention are directed to a laser ablation system. In one embodiment, the laser ablation system comprises a shaft, a balloon, a laser fiber and a viewing fiber. The shaft has a proximal end and a distal end. The balloon is attached to the distal end of the shaft, a portion of which is within the balloon. The laser fiber has a distal end comprising a light dispenser that is configured to deliver laser light through the balloon. The viewing fiber is configured to image an interior balloon. In accordance with another embodiment, the laser ablation system comprises a shaft, a balloon and a laser fiber. The shaft has a proximal end and a distal end. The balloon is attached to the distal end of the shaft, which is within the balloon. The balloon includes an inflated state, in which the balloon is shaped to conform to a cavity of a patient. The laser fiber has a distal end comprising light dispenser that is configured to deliver laser light through the balloon.

Ablation device

An ablation device comprises a balloon having an open proximal end and a closed distal end. A cylindrical tube extends into the balloon through the proximal end. An end support member is positioned at the distal end of the balloon. The end support member comprises a cylindrical portion facing the proximal end of the balloon. The cylindrical portion is received within a bore at the distal end of the tube. A seal is formed between the proximal end of the balloon and the cylindrical tube.

Sprayer

A sprayer includes: a sprayer body; a nozzle extending from the sprayer body; and an irradiation unit disposed on a leading end of the nozzle and emitting light that is oriented and diffuses in a leading end direction of the nozzle. The nozzle includes: an elongated nozzle body extending from the sprayer body and having a curved portion on a leading end side; and a nozzle head disposed on a leading end of the nozzle body. The irradiation unit is arranged inside a curve shape of the curved portion.

Cyst extractor

A cyst extractor allows a medical practitioner to retract, aspirate, ligate and amputate a cyst or cystic mass within a patient under regional anaesthesia and minimally invasive incision. A cyst extractor may include a transparent tubular member with a cap coupled to one end. The cap may have at least one view port that has a magnifying lens. The cap may also have a needle port through which a needle is inserted to puncture the cyst. A trap may be in fluid communication with the transparent tubular member. A suction post is in communication with the trap in order to pull the contents of an aspirated cyst into the trap. A light post containing a light source may be connected to the transparent tubular member in order to illuminate the interior of the extractor. A ligature deployer and a cutting wire may also be coupled to the tubular member.

Methods for Preparing Complex Reality Three-Dimensional Images and Systems therefor

본 발명은 복합 실제 3차원 영상(complex reality three-dimensional images)의 제작 방법 및 이를 위한 시스템에 관한 것으로서, (a) 인체 3차원 영상에 대한 제1 실제 3차원 공간좌표를 결정하는 단계; (b) 의료기기의 영상에 대한 제2 실제 3차원 공간좌표를 결정하는 단계; (c) 상기 2종의 3차원 공간좌표에서 동일 좌표에 있는 영상을 조사(examining)하는 단계; 및 (d) 상기 동일 좌표 영상이 하나인 경우는 상기 하나의 영상을 선택하고, 상기 동일 좌표 영상이 복수인 경우는 그 중에서 필요한 영상(들)을 선택하여 복합 실제 3차원 영상을 제작하는 단계를 포함한다. The present invention relates to a method for producing complex reality three-dimensional images and a system therefor, the method comprising the steps of: (a) determining a first actual three-dimensional spatial coordinate for a human three-dimensional image; (b) determining a second actual three-dimensional spatial coordinate for the image of the medical device; (c) examining an image having the same coordinates in the two types of three-dimensional spatial coordinates; And (d) selecting the one image if the one co-ordinate image is one, and selecting a necessary image (s) among the plurality of co-co-ordinate images to produce a composite real three-dimensional image .

Minimally invasive repair of a valve leaflet in a beating heart

A valve repair device with a replaceable suture cartridge for repair of a valve leaflet in a beating heart of a patient includes a valve repair device and a replaceable suture cartridge. The valve repair device can include a handle with an actuator, a capture assembly including one portion of a jaw assembly adapted to grasp the leaflet and a needle head for penetrating the leaflet. The replaceable suture cartridge can include a secondary shaft including a second portion of the jaw assembly integrally couplable to the capture assembly and a channel within which a suture is carried.

Devices and methods for anterior arytenoid adduction

Provided herein are devices and methods for anterior arytenoid adduction. The device may comprise a wire having a first end and a second end at opposite ends of a longitudinal axis, the wire forming a spiral along the longitudinal axis and having a double hook at the first end, a suture threaded through the spiral of the wire from the second end to the first end, the suture forming a turn at the first end and passing exterior to the spiral to the second end. The method may comprise advancing a suture and hook from the subject's anterior thyroid cartilage or cricothyroid membrane to the muscular process of the subject's arytenoid, attaching the hook to the muscular process, and applying tension to the suture to rotate the muscular process and adduct the arytenoid.

Lighting system

The lighting system 1 includes a light emitting unit 4 including light emitting diodes, and a securing member 5 for securing the light emitting unit 4 to a head of a healthcare worker. The radiation of light from the light emitting unit 4 eliminates the need for a shadowless lamp. When the light emitting unit 4 is fixed to the head, the light emitting unit 4 moves with the movement of the healthcare worker, and furthermore, when the healthcare worker moves his or her head, the direction of light radiation can be changed as desired. The use of an auxiliary lighting unit 6 and a camera 22 can provide safe surgery.

Eye drop device

An eye drop device and a method of applying eye drops to the eye are disclosed herein. An exemplary embodiment of the device contains a main housing having an interior and exterior with a top opening sized to surround the eye and a bottom opening sized to accept the tip of an eye drop vial. The device also preferably contains a cavity for accepting the battery and an LED positioned within the interior of the main housing. A switch may be used to energize the LED. The method includes the steps of attaching an eye drop vial to the main housing, positioning the device over the eye, energizing the LED, and applying the eye drops.

Systems for performing gynecological procedures with simultaneous tissue cutting and removal

Systems, methods, apparatus and devices for performing improved gynecologic and urologic procedures are disclosed. The system is configured to permit simultaneous tissue cutting and removal from a target site. The various embodiments enable procedures to be performed outside the hospital setting, such as in a doctor's office or clinic.

Retractor

Apparatus for use in an operating theatre equipped with a surgical table, comprises a lifting frame ( 12 ) attachable to the surgical table and adapted for lifting a body part of a subject undergoing a surgical procedure upon the surgical table, and comprising an upright support post ( 18 ) incorporating a jack ( 54 ), and a lifting arm ( 17 ) pivotally mounted upon the post, whereby the arm can be turned about the upright support post on thrust bearing ( 57 ) to either overhang the surgical table, or be pivoted away to permit access to the surgical table. The arm is adapted to support a retractor that comprises a blade portion incorporating a plurality of independent lighting devices positioned in light ports ( 71, 72, 73 ) and configured to provide discrete illumination selectively to zones within the surgical field according to (a) a predetermined sequence program, or (b) a sequence determined by a user of the retractor.

Apparatus for applying a plurality of electro-magnetic radiations to a sample

An apparatus for applying electro-magnetic radiations to a sample is provided. The apparatus can include an arrangement which has a specific portion with a plurality of channels. One channel(s) can facilitate a first radiation to be forwarded to the sample within an anatomical structure, and another channel(s) can facilitate a second radiation to be forwarded to the sample. The first radiation can have a first wavelength band, and the second radiation can have a second wavelength band, which can be substantially different from the first wavelength band. The first radiation can be delivered to a first area of the sample, and the second radiation can be delivered to a second area of the sample. Each of the channels can facilitate a particular radiation(s) to be forwarded to the sample that is within an anatomical structure of the sample, the radiations being delivered to different areas of the sample.

Sphincter treatment apparatus

An apparatus treats tissue at or near a sphincter. The apparatus has an elongated member having at least one lumen including an inflation lumen, and a basket assembly including a first and a second arm. An inflatable member is coupled to the inflation lumen and has a deployed and a non-deployed state. In the deployed state, the inflatable member expands the basket assembly into contact with tissue. At least one of the first and second arms of the basket assembly has a fluid lumen having an aperture for conveying a fluid from the basket assembly. A source of fluid is coupled to the fluid lumen for conveyance of fluid through the aperture. The fluid can be, e.g., an electrolytic solution, and/or an anti-infection agent, and/or an echogenic media, and/or a steroid, and/or an anesthetic, and/or a medicament, and/or a tissue cooling agent. The source can be a drug delivery device.

Methods and systems for capturing and removing urinary stones from body cavities

A stone capture device comprises a shaft with a deployable sweeping structure at its distal end. The shaft is adapted to be removably placed over and connected to a conventional ureteroscope. The combination of the stone capture device and ureteroscope can be introduced into the urinary tract to capture, fragment, and remove stones from the bladder and kidney.

Optical trial device

An optical trial implant device that can be used to determine an appropriate size for an intervertebral disc implant can be configured so that one or more portions of the device can be optically transparent or radiolucent. The device can include an imaging device that can be used to view and image the intervertebral space through the optically transparent portion(s) of the device. The device can be used to determine the extent and quality of preparation of an intervertebral space between adjacent vertebral bodies for a surgical procedure, such as a disc replacement or spinal fusion procedure. The acquired image information can be transmitted to a mobile computing device for display in real time and/or stored for future use. The information may also be used to determine parameters indicating the quality of endplate surface preparation.

Noninvasive method for estimating glucose, glycosylated hemoglobin and other blood constituents

A light based method and technique for measuring the static and average plasma glucose concentration over a prolonged period of time. More specifically, the disclosure relates to a method that utilizes mathematical analysis of appendage mobile LED flash IR light transmittance, absorption and scattering by using high resolution mobile camera data to estimate the concentration of glucose and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) in millimoles per liter (mmol/L).

Method for improving the illumination of an illuminated area

A method is provided for improving the illumination of an illuminated area ( 100 ), especially an operating area, of an illuminating device ( 10 ) with at least two light modules ( 20 ). The method includes the emission of an illuminant characteristic of the light module ( 20 ) with a preset amplitude from each light module ( 20 ). The reflected amplitudes of all characteristic light types are detected. The detected amplitudes for each light module ( 20 ) are compared. The light intensity of at least one light module ( 20 ) is varied on the basis of the comparison of the detected amplitudes for each light module ( 20 ).

Controlling a phacoemulsification system based on real-time analysis of image data

A design for dynamically adjusting parameters applied to a surgical instrument, such as an ocular surgical instrument, is presented. The method includes detecting surgical events from image data collected by a surgical microscope focused on an ocular surgical procedure, establishing a desired response for each detected surgical event, delivering the desired response to the ocular surgical instrument as a set of software instructions, and altering the surgical procedure based on the desired response received as the set of software instructions.