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Небесная энциклопедия

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

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Мониторинг СМИ

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

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05-01-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus and methods for enzymatic debridement of skin lesions

Номер: US20120004627A1

An apparatus for debridement of devitalized tissue in skin lesions, that includes a plurality of height- and angle-adjustable inlet tubes and at least one outlet tube and a member that forms an occlusive seal around a skin lesion. The plurality of inlet tubes is adapted for directing a continuous stream of enzymatic solution to the surface and into the entire volume of the wound bed of the lesion and the at least one outlet is adapted for removing the enzymatic solution, fluids draining from the lesion and tissue debris from the occluded skin lesion.

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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Reduced pressure therapy devices

Номер: US20120016325A1
Принадлежит: Leland Stanford Junior University

Described generally herein are tissue therapy devices, which may comprise a sealant layer and a suction apparatus. The sealant layer functions so as to create a sealed enclosure between it and the surface of a patient by forming, preferably, an airtight seal around an area of tissue that requires negative pressure therapy. The tissue therapy device may comprise a suction apparatus. The suction apparatus is typically in fluid communication with the sealant layer and functions so as to reduce the amount of pressure present underneath the sealant layer. The reduced pressure is self-created by the suction apparatus. Together the sealant layer and the suction apparatus preferably create a closed reduced pressure therapy system. Preferably, the pressure under the sealant layer is reduced by expanding the volume of the enclosure space and thereby decreasing the density of the air molecules under the sealant layer.

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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for removing a lenticle from the cornea

Номер: US20120016353A1
Автор: Wilfried Bissmann
Принадлежит: CARL ZEISS MEDITEC AG

An apparatus and method for removing a lenticle from the cornea. For this purpose, a device for liquefying the lenticle and a device for suctioning off the resulting fluid are provided. The lenticle is liquefied and the resulting fluid is then suctioned off.

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02-02-2012 дата публикации

Sterile disposable remote pneumatic actuators

Номер: US20120029429A1
Автор: Jeffrey Alan KLEIN
Принадлежит: Individual

The various embodiments of the present invention relate to remote pneumatic (bellows-action) actuators for switching applications, which are preferably sterile and/or disposable. When compressed, the bellows-action actuator provides a pulse of air pressure sufficient to actuate a remotely-located pneumatic switch configured to turn on/off an electrical, mechanical or optical device. The pulse of air pressure is propagated along a non-conducting tube, thereby substantially reducing the risk of e.g., electric shock or O 2 ignition/combustion associated with conventional electric switches in wet, hazardous or medical environments.

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09-02-2012 дата публикации

Hand piece assembly for a disposable flushing nozzle unit for cleansing and/or irrigating surgical wounds

Номер: US20120035545A1
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention relates to a hand piece for a disposable flushing nozzle unit for cleansing and/or irrigating surgical wounds, comprising a housing with one first connecting unit for holding the disposable flushing nozzle unit, a drive mechanism and an electric motor interacting with said drive mechanism. In an especially advantageous embodiment the hand piece comprises a second connecting unit for connecting an external electric power supply.

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16-02-2012 дата публикации

Wound cleansing apparatus in-situ

Номер: US20120041399A1
Принадлежит: Smith and Nephew PLC

An apparatus for cleansing wounds, in which wound exudate is removed from a wound bed and selectively cleansed and returned to the wound. The cleansing means removes materials deleterious to wound healing, and the cleansed fluid, still containing materials that are beneficial in promoting wound healing, is returned to the wound bed. The associated wound dressing and cleansing means are conformable to the wound, and may have irrigant fluid circulated from a reservoir by a device for moving fluid through a flow path which passes through the dressing and a means for fluid cleansing and back to the dressing.

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15-03-2012 дата публикации

Phacoemulsification Hand Piece with Two Independent Transducers

Номер: US20120065578A1
Автор: Jiansheng Zhou
Принадлежит: Alcon Research LLC

An ophthalmic surgical hand piece has a horn and two transducers. The horn has a central axis. A flange having a generally flat surface is coupled to the horn. The flange extends radially from the horn and generally perpendicular to the central axis. A first ear having a generally flat surface is coupled to the horn. The first ear extends from the horn such that the generally flat surface of the first ear is generally perpendicular to the generally flat surface of the flange. A first transducer is held against the flange, and a second transducer held against the ear.

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22-03-2012 дата публикации

Suction button assembly for endoscope

Номер: US20120071843A1
Автор: Kenji Yamane
Принадлежит: Fujifilm Corp

A suction button assembly of a valve structure for an endoscope includes a cylinder housing, cylinder passage, plunger or piston unit, cylinder opening, plunger stem, flow opening, valve sleeve and flow channel. A valve opening is formed in a side surface of the valve sleeve at an end of the flow channel, closed by a wall of the cylinder passage when the plunger is in the closed position, for shut-off between the suction channel and the discharge conduit, and registered with the flow opening when the plunger is in the open position, for communication between the suction channel and the discharge conduit. A valve engaging surface is formed partially with the cylinder passage, has the flow opening, and has an inner diameter decreasing in an upward direction. The valve sleeve is tapered and tightly contacted on the valve engaging surface when the plunger is in the closed position.

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29-03-2012 дата публикации

Minimally invasive suction retractor

Номер: US20120078059A1
Принадлежит: MI4Spine LLC

A suction retractor including an elongated tube that is operable to be inserted through a tubular retractor used in minimally invasive surgical procedures. One end of the tube is coupled to a handle having a chamber and the other end of the tube is coupled to a curved retractor portion, where the retractor portion allows the surgeon to hold back various anatomies during the surgical procedure. Thus, the suction retractor provides two functions that may otherwise require two different instruments. The retractor portion includes a series of parallel groves that allow liquids, such as blood, to flow along the retractor portion and into a suction port at the end of the tube. A suction device can be coupled to an outlet port in the handle that causes the blood and other surgical material to be sucked through the tube and out of the handle.

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29-03-2012 дата публикации

Device, system, kit or method for collecting effluent from an individual

Номер: US20120078081A1
Принадлежит: Bracco Diagnostics Inc

The present invention relates to a device, method, system and kit for receiving effluent from an individual. In an alternative embodiment, the present invention is directed to a device, method, system and kit for collecting effluent from an individual during a medical or diagnostic procedure including but not limited to, imaging or viewing one or more sections of an individual's gastrointestinal tract. In another alternative embodiment, the effluent is collected in a hollow area in order to prevent the effluent form contaminating a component, device or apparatus used in connection with the medical or diagnostic procedure.

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19-04-2012 дата публикации

Negative pressure wound treatment device, and methods

Номер: US20120095420A1
Принадлежит: Wound Care Technologies Inc

A negative pressure (i.e., vacuum or suction) wound healing device and system incorporating the device. The device of the present disclosure is smaller, lighter, portable, and overall more manageable by both the user and the medical personnel than the conventional systems. The device could be readily worn by the user.

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03-05-2012 дата публикации

Wound cleansing apparatus in-situ

Номер: US20120109084A1
Принадлежит: Smith and Nephew PLC

An apparatus for cleansing wounds, in which wound exudate is removed from a wound bed and selectively cleansed and returned to the wound. The cleansing means removes materials deleterious to wound healing, and the cleansed fluid, still containing materials that are beneficial in promoting wound healing, is returned to the wound bed. The associated wound dressing and cleansing means are conformable to the wound, and may have irrigant fluid circulated from a reservoir by a device for moving fluid through a flow path which passes through the dressing and a means for fluid cleansing and back to the dressing.

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10-05-2012 дата публикации

Manifold & strainer assembly

Номер: US20120111778A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A waste collection manifold assembly 10 has a housing 13 and a strainer 80. The housing 13 has at least one input port 12 A, 12 B, 12 C, 12 D for receiving waste collection products 1 through a vacuum line 4. The housing 13 includes an interior chamber 11 for receiving the waste collection products 1 and a fluid discharge port 14 for passing fluids 6 into a waste collection unit 2. The strainer 80 is located in the chamber 11 and above the fluid discharge port 14. The at least one inlet port 12 A, 12 B, 12 C, 12 D is positioned to open alongside an interior chamber wall 13 A of the housing 13 above the strainer 80 to direct the flow of the waste collection products 1 in a downward swirl along the interior chamber wall 13 A toward the strainer 80.

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07-06-2012 дата публикации

Combined Coaxial and Bimanual Irrigation/Aspiration Apparatus

Номер: US20120143125A1
Автор: Stephen Lane
Принадлежит: Alcon Research LLC

In one exemplary aspect, the present disclosure is directed to an assembly having an irrigation hand piece that includes an irrigation needle extending from a distal end. The irrigation needle is also configured to release a first fluid. The assembly further has an aspiration hand piece that includes an aspiration needle extending from a distal end. The aspiration needle has an axis and is configured to aspirate a second fluid into the assembly. The assembly has a first configuration in which the irrigation hand piece and aspiration hand piece are coupled together in a manner that causes the released first fluid from the assembly to flow coaxially about the axis of the aspiration needle and a second configuration in which the irrigation hand piece and aspiration hand piece are uncoupled which causes the released first fluid to flow substantially non-coaxial with respect to the axis of the aspiration needle.

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14-06-2012 дата публикации

Tissue sampling, processing and injection syringe device and methods of using the same

Номер: US20120150071A1
Автор: Robert L. Cucin
Принадлежит: Individual

Tissue sampling, processing and injection syringe device and methods of filtering and concentrating cellular components of tissue sample in situ within the device.

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05-07-2012 дата публикации

Method and system for treating tissue swelling

Номер: US20120172791A1
Автор: Rick Mathew Odland
Принадлежит: Twin Star Medical Inc

A system and related methods and components for treating a tissue site exhibiting interstitial hypertension, including tissue swelling, and particularly swelling associated with cerebral edema, compartment syndrome, and congestive heart failure, by the use of water removal therapy, in order to remove only water from biological fluids. Included also is a system for such use that incorporates one or more monitors, optionally in addition to the use of water removal therapy. By removing only water, all other biologic agents, including essentially all solutes and formed blood elements (such as cells) are increased in concentration in the remaining bodily fluid(s). WRT can be applied to several clinical conditions in which there is an excess of water, and is ideally used in an extracorporeal fashion, in combination with other functions and related components as well, including ultrafiltration.

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16-08-2012 дата публикации

Medical device for applying catheters, particularly for thoracentesis procedures

Номер: US20120209203A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A medical device for applying catheters, particularly for thoracentesis procedures, comprising a hollow supporting element which can be gripped ergonomically and accommodates a selector which is adapted to connect at least three openings defined in the supporting element, the first opening being functionally associated with a cannula adapted to be inserted in the body of a patient, the second opening and the third opening being able to be functionally associated respectively with two closure elements or with at least one of a syringe and a collection bag, a sharp-tipped needle being slidingly insertable in the cannula and having such a length as to pass through at least all of the cannula and protrude from it, the device further comprising a fourth opening defined in the supporting element on the side opposite the first opening for extraction or insertion of the sharp-tipped needle respectively from and into the cannula.

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04-10-2012 дата публикации

Colonic cleansing device

Номер: US20120253284A1
Автор: David Nitsan, Shay Dubi
Принадлежит: David Nitsan, Shay Dubi

The present invention may provide devices suitable for insertion into a body passage. The devices may include a conduit and a distal head region located at the distal end of said conduit. A plurality of apertures on the surface of said head region and conduit may be used to direct a liquid spray outwards from said device. The apertures may be designed and spatially arranged such that when the device is inserted into a body passage, the liquid spray emitted from said apertures may be capable of both reducing the frictional contact between the device and the walls of said passage and of cleansing said passage of undesired solid and other particulate matter.

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11-10-2012 дата публикации

Therapy delivery systems and methods

Номер: US20120259274A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

Fluid removal systems and methods for removing fluid from a tissue site are presented. The system includes a semi-permeable inbound conduit, which is fluidly coupled to a treatment-fluid delivery unit, for placement proximate to the tissue site, and a semi-permeable outbound conduit, which is fluidly coupled to the inbound conduit and to a treatment-fluid collector, for placement proximate to the tissue site of a patient. The treatment-fluid collector receives a treatment fluid and a recruited fluid from the tissue site. A recruited-fluid determination unit may be coupled to the treatment-fluid collector to determine a volume of fluid recruited from the patient. The treatment fluid is any fluid (including a gas) that pulls fluid from the interstitial and intracellular space. A reduced-pressure treatment subsystem may also be included, among other things, for removing ascites and other fluids from a body cavity.

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18-10-2012 дата публикации

Canister For Wound Therapy And Related Methods Therefor

Номер: US20120265160A1
Автор: Joel D. Wiesner
Принадлежит: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP

A portable system for subatmospheric pressure therapy in connection with healing a surgical wound includes a wound dressing dimensioned for positioning relative to a wound bed and a collection canister in fluid communication with the wound dressing. The canister includes a first vacuum chamber for drawing a vacuum and a second fluid chamber for collecting fluids removed from the wound dressing under the vacuum. The canister further includes a hydrophobic membrane separating the first and second chambers. The hydrophobic membrane is dimensioned to span a major portion of the cross-sectional area of the canister. The hydrophobic membrane may be dimensioned to substantially span an internal dimension of the collection canister. The hydrophobic membrane may include one or more outwardly extending lobes. The hydrophobic membrane may be releasably mountable to the canister, and, may be supported within a divider separating the first vacuum chamber and the second fluid chamber.

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25-10-2012 дата публикации

Efficient continuous flow irrigation system

Номер: US20120271110A1
Автор: Alka Kumar, Atul Kumar
Принадлежит: Individual

A continuous flow irrigation endoscope and a continuous flow irrigation fluid management system, both designed to be compatible to each other and meant to function as a single system. The endoscope and the fluid management system are synergistic to each other such that both enhance the efficiency of each other. The system allows a body tissue cavity to be distended by continuous flow irrigation so that the detached tissue pieces and waste fluid present inside a body tissue cavity are continuously automatically evacuated from the tissue cavity without causing the cavity to collapse at any stage and without the need of withdrawing the endoscope or a part of the endoscope from the tissue cavity.

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25-10-2012 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Eliminating Urine and Keeping a Person Dry

Номер: US20120271259A1
Автор: Izaak Alan Ulert
Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus for eliminating excreted urine so as to keep a person dry without the person having to actively or consciously participate in the process. The apparatus may be part of a diaper or similar article of clothing or may be a device used in such clothing. The apparatus has a plurality of receiving tubes for receiving the urine, a central collecting tube and/or similar collecting and holding facility associated with the receiving tubes for receiving, collecting and at least temporarily holding the urine, and a vacuum source for suctioning the urine into the receiving tubes. A sensor detects urine released by the person and activates the vacuum source which pulls the urine into the receiving tubes. The central collecting tube may be routed directly or indirectly to a drain for disposing of the collected urine.

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29-11-2012 дата публикации

Systems and methods for delivering fluid to a wound therapy dressing

Номер: US20120302976A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

Systems and methods for delivery of fluid to a wound therapy dressing. In exemplary embodiments, a pressure sensor measures the pressure at the wound therapy dressing and restricts fluid flow to the wound therapy dressing when a predetermined pressure is achieved.

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27-12-2012 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for the Containment of a Surgical Site

Номер: US20120330271A1
Автор: James E. Burgess
Принадлежит: CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY

An apparatus for the containment of a surgical site includes an enclosure, with at least one port, securely coupled to the surgical site and a source of pressurized fluid in fluid communication with the enclosure via the at least one port providing pressurized fluid to the surgical site. The pressurized fluid establishes a hemostatic equilibrium within the enclosure by reducing blood egress through injuries in blood vessels at the surgical site thereby preventing bleeding at the surgical site. A method for the containment of a surgical site includes securely coupling an enclosure to a surgical site; fluidly coupling a source of pressurized fluid to the enclosure; and continuously providing pressurized fluid to the enclosure from the source of pressurized fluid and draining fluid from the enclosure. The pressurized fluid establishes a hemostatic equilibrium within the enclosure.

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10-01-2013 дата публикации

Illuminated suction apparatus

Номер: US20130012784A1
Принадлежит: Invuity Inc

An illuminated suction apparatus including a hand-held surgical device combining a high-performance illumination waveguide with suction. This device would be useful in a wide array of various surgical procedures including open and minimally invasive orthopedics.

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10-01-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods for vacuum-assisted regeneration of damaged tissue

Номер: US20130012846A1
Автор: William K. Wheeler
Принадлежит: Raptor Ridge LLC

A system and method for regenerating damaged or necrosed tissue. Negative or vacuum pressure is applied to a surface of the damaged tissue to stimulate the revascularization of the area and/or increased blood flow to the area, which encourages the regeneration of the damaged tissue. A negative pressure device is provided that is capable of providing a sequenced vacuum treatment regimen to damaged tissue.

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10-01-2013 дата публикации

Naso/orogastric tube having one or more backflow blocking elements, backflow blocking elements, and a method of using backflow blocking elements

Номер: US20130012920A1
Принадлежит: Art Healthcare Ltd

A naso/orogastric device that comprises a naso/orogastric tube sized and shaped for being disposed within the esophagus so that at least a distal segment thereof being placed in the stomach lumen of a patient and at least one self expending element disposed around a peripheral surface of the naso/orogastric tube and having a first thickness in a compressed state and a second thickness in an expanded state, the at least one self expending element switching from the compressed state to the expanded state when absorbing moisture. The first thickness is thinner than the second thickness.

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21-02-2013 дата публикации

Stacked Multi-Disk Ophthalmic Pump

Номер: US20130046228A1
Автор: John M. Bourne
Принадлежит: Alcon Research LLC

The present disclosure relates to a stacked multi-disk pump for the pumping of ocular fluid and/or tissue during ophthalmic surgery. The stacked multi-disk pump includes an inlet port, a stacked multi-disk assembly, a fluid chamber, a central hub, a motor, and an outlet port. The motor and the hub induce the multi-disk assembly to rotate. As the multi-disk assembly rotates, the fluid is propelled into the inlet port, progresses axially, circumferentially, and radially through the stacked multi-disk assembly, and flows out the outlet port. The pump may be incorporated, for example, into the handpiece of an ophthalmic surgical instrument or a surgical console.

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28-02-2013 дата публикации

Electrical pump for breast milk

Номер: US20130053764A1
Принадлежит: MAPA GmbH

An electrical pump for breast milk, having an electric motor, a pump, at least one suction cup, a suction line connecting the suction cup to the pump, an outlet for breast milk connected to the suction cup, a venting line connected to the suction cup, an electrically activated venting valve in the venting line, an electronic control system which adjusts the speed of the electric motor and the electrically activated venting valve to switch the electric motor on and off to allow the electric motor to run at a desired speed and to operate the electric motor continuously and/or in cycles, in which the electric motor is alternately switched on and off, and the electronic control system opens the venting valve when the electric motor is switched off, and closes the venting valve when the electric motor is switched on.

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28-02-2013 дата публикации

Reduced-pressure dressings, systems, and methods with evaporative devices

Номер: US20130053795A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

Wounds dressings, systems, and methods are presented for removing liquid from a wound site into a dressing and moving air through the dressing to evaporate at least a portion of the removed liquid. The air is moved in one instance by a Coanda device incorporated into the dressing. Other systems, dressings, and methods are presented.

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28-02-2013 дата публикации

Anti-clog suction tip apparatus and methods

Номер: US20130053828A1
Принадлежит: Individual

Various forms of anti-clog suction tips apparatus are disclosed. For example, an anti-clog suction tip apparatus includes a suction tip assembly having a suction tip with a suction opening at a first end thereof for removing debris through suction, a hose attachment portion for attaching the suction tip assembly to a suction source, and an ejection wire channel. The apparatus further includes an ejection wire assembly having an ejection wire extending within the channel and an ejection button integral with or connected to the ejection wire. Applying a force to the ejection button advances the ejection wire through the channel such that an end portion of the ejection wire enters the suction tip and dislodges debris clogging the suction tip. The ejection wire may include an enlarged end portion such as, for example a ball tip. One or more of the components of the apparatus may be single-use and disposable.

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21-03-2013 дата публикации

System and method for measuring fluid pressure

Номер: US20130069783A1
Принадлежит: Tenacore Holdings Inc

A method of reducing power consumption in a pressure (vacuum) regulator system by waking the regulator upon detection of a person's hand proximity prior to adjustment of a pressure controller, including: defining a sampling time-window to sample a pressure in the pressure regulator system; generating a random number of pressure samples within the defined sampling time-window; acquiring data of the randomly generated number of pressure samples within the defined sampling time-window; adjusting the defined sampling time-window in response to a triggering of a proximity sensor; and wirelessly transmitting the data to an output device.

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28-03-2013 дата публикации

Surgical fluid management systems and methods

Номер: US20130079702A1
Принадлежит: ARQOS Surgical Inc

A surgical fluid management system delivers fluid for distending a uterine cavity to allow cutting and extraction of uterine fibroid tissue, polyps and other abnormal uterine tissue. The system comprises a fluid source, fluid deliver lines, one or more pumps, and a filter for re-circulating the distension fluid between the source and the uterine cavity. A controller can monitor fluid retention by the patient.

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18-04-2013 дата публикации

Collar connector

Номер: US20130092247A1
Автор: Eric Lee, Robert Balsamo
Принадлежит: Alcon Research LLC

In various embodiments, a connector system may include at least two connectors and a collar configured to detachably align the at least two connectors for coupling to a mating collar with at least two mating connectors. The collar may also be configured to at least partially disengage from the at least two connectors to allow movement of the connectors relative to each other. The relative movement may allow the connectors to couple to mating connectors that are in different configurations (than the mating collar configurations). In some embodiments, the connectors and/or mating connectors may include complimentary male/female connectors. In some embodiments, the collar/mating collar may circumscribe their respective connectors and/or a perimeter of the other of the collar/mating collar. In some embodiments, the collar/mating collar may include interfacing features.

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

Device for sampling and reinjecting a fluid, and related injector and sampling kit

Номер: US20130123683A1
Автор: Eric Perouse
Принадлежит: SYMATESE

A device includes a hollow body delimiting a cavity for receiving the fluid, which cavity opens in a proximal opening and at least one distal opening for sampling and/or reinjection and a piston movably mounted in the receiving cavity to obturate the proximal opening. The device includes an assembly for selective distribution of a proximal part of the fluid located in the receiving cavity, including a fluid circulation channel that passes through the piston, which channel opens into the receiving cavity. The circulation channel and/or a distribution channel is able to cooperate or to communicate with an additional flow regulation device which can be manually actionable.

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23-05-2013 дата публикации

Medical device receptacle filling method and apparatus

Номер: US20130131611A1
Принадлежит: Abbott Medical Optics Inc

An apparatus and method for dispersing fluid from a fluid dispersal line is provided. The method comprises initiating operation of the medical apparatus, determining whether fluid has been dispersed from the medical apparatus via the fluid dispersal line since said initiating occurred, and assessing whether fluid is available in the fluid dispersal line. If fluid has not been dispersed from the medical apparatus since said initiating occurred and fluid is not available in the fluid dispersal line, the method includes distributing a commanded quantity of fluid plus an amount of fluid determined to fill the fluid dispersal line. Otherwise the method disperses only the commanded quantity of fluid.

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23-05-2013 дата публикации

Reduced pressure tissue treatment systems and methods having a reduced pressure dressing and associated valve

Номер: US20130131616A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

A system for treating multiple tissue sites of a patient includes a first dressing filler adapted to be positioned at a first of the tissue sites. A second dressing filler is adapted to be positioned at a second of the tissue sites. A bridge manifold is positioned between the first tissue site and the second tissue site to provide fluid communication between the first and the second tissue site. A reduced pressure source is fluidly connected to at least one of the bridge manifold, the first tissue site, and the second tissue site. A valve is operably associated with one of the first and the second tissue sites to allow fluid to flow from the one of the first and the second tissue sites, but precluding flow towards the one of the first and the second tissue sites.

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

Fluid Exchange Catheter System

Номер: US20130158470A1
Автор: Christos Panotopoulos
Принадлежит: IRRAS AB

A method of infusing and aspirating fluid from the body is provided. The method includes providing a catheter system which includes an inner lumen, the proximal end of which is connected to an infusion mechanism configured to control infusion of a fluid, and an outer lumen, the proximal end of which is connected to an aspiration mechanism configured to control aspiration of fluid from the body. The method also includes activating the infusion mechanism to infuse fluid into the body for a first infusion time period and at a first infusion pressure, disabling the infusion mechanism to stop infusion, and activating the aspiration mechanism to aspirate fluid for a first aspiration time period and at a first aspiration pressure.

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

Context-sensitive flow interrupter and drainage outflow optimization system

Номер: US20130172840A1

Embodiments of the invention provide methods and devices for improved drainage systems and tubing. In one embodiment, a context-sensitive flow interrupter is provided that inhibits or facilitates flow of fluid when engaged with a mating holder. In another embodiment, outflow is optimized through control of the pressure in gas pockets in a tube, drainage tube or assembly. In one such embodiment, gas pockets are vented to inhibit excessive back-pressure or suction on an organ, vessel or cavity being drained. In another such embodiment, loops in the tubes are avoided by using a mechanical template in the form of a groove or peg assembly to thread the slack in the drainage tube to generate a monotonic gradient. In another embodiment, such as for active drainage systems, a bypass channel is provided that allows an applied vacuum to go around an obstruction created by the collection of fluid in an undrained dependent loop.

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

Reduced-pressure treatment systems and methods employing a fluidly isolated pump control unit

Номер: US20130190707A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

Systems, devices, and methods for treating a tissue site on a patient with reduced pressure are presented. In one instance, a reduced-pressure treatment device to treat a tissue site with reduced pressure may include a pump control unit fluidly separate from a collection unit. Pump energy may be provided by the pump control unit to deflect one or more diaphragms within the collection unit to create reduced pressure. Other systems, devices, and methods are presented.

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

Reduced-pressure dressing assemblies for use in applying a closing force

Номер: US20130197457A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

A closing dressing bolster and assembly for use with a system for treating a linear wound on a patient includes a bolster body formed from a flexible closing bolster material having closing members that are operable to develop an inward closing force when the closing dressing bolster is placed under reduced pressure. In one aspect, when the closing dressing bolster is under reduced pressure, the system, dressing, or assembly develops an inward force realized at the linear wound and a compression force. A wicking-material holder and wicking material may be used as well. The member components may all be see-through to allow visual inspection of the wound without requiring removal of the dressing.

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08-08-2013 дата публикации

Brachytherapy apparatus and method for use with minimally invasive surgeries of the lung

Номер: US20130204071A1
Принадлежит: Xoft Inc

Brachytherapy treatment of a patient's lung tissue following resection is effected using a balloon applicator which is inserted, normally through the same opening used for the surgery, through the chest wall and into the cavity. The lung and chest openings are closed around the applicator and generally sealed around the applicator. A suction port is provided, in a suction circuit of the applicator, to withdraw fluid from the pleural cavity, at intervals as needed, to assure that the lung can be inflated. Different embodiments of suction circuits are disclosed. A bronchial applicator and method are also disclosed.

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08-08-2013 дата публикации

Low-profile reduced pressure treatment system

Номер: US20130204214A1
Автор: Robert Peyton Wilkes
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

A low-profile reduced pressure treatment apparatus and system are provided. The apparatus includes a moldable conduit holder, a conduit through the conduit holder, and a flexible base. The conduit holder has first and second bulkhead surfaces, a convex top surface, and a bottom surface adapted to conform to a tissue contact region adjacent to a tissue site. An end of the conduit is substantially flush with the first bulkhead surface and a longitudinal axis of the conduit is substantially perpendicular to the first and second bulkhead surfaces. The base is connected on a first side to the bottom surface of the conduit holder, and extends beyond the first bulkhead surface to form an overlay zone adjacent the first bulkhead surface. An adhesive is disposed on a second side of the flexible base to secure the flexible base to the tissue contact region.

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

Brachytherapy apparatus and method for use with minimally invasive surgeries of the lung

Номер: US20130211177A1
Принадлежит: Xoft Inc

Brachytherapy treatment of a patient's lung tissue following resection is effected using a balloon applicator which is inserted, normally through the same opening used for the surgery, through the chest wall and into the cavity. The lung and chest openings are closed around the applicator and generally sealed around the applicator. A suction port is provided, in a suction circuit of the applicator, to withdraw fluid from the pleural cavity, at intervals as needed, to assure that the lung can be inflated. Different embodiments of suction circuits are disclosed. A bronchial applicator and method are also disclosed.

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22-08-2013 дата публикации

Medical instrument

Номер: US20130218293A1

A medical instrument includes a handpiece, a tank portion configured to house a fluid, a suction/discharge unit configured to change a volume or pressure of an inside of the tank portion to suction the fluid into the tank portion or discharge the fluid from the tank portion, and an operating unit providing a member different from the suction/discharge unit and configured to operate the suction/discharge unit.

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05-09-2013 дата публикации

Surgical instrument and method for performing a resection

Номер: US20130228609A1
Автор: Stanislaw Kostrzewski
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

An end effector for use with a surgical instrument comprising an anvil shaft, a first anvil assembly disposed at a distal portion of the anvil shaft and a second anvil assembly mountable on the anvil shaft proximally of the first anvil assembly. Also, a method for performing a surgical procedure is provided including the steps of providing a surgical instrument including a first cartridge assembly and a first anvil assembly having an anvil shaft, approximating the first anvil assembly and first cartridge assembly and ejecting staples from the first cartridge assembly. The method further includes removing the first cartridge assembly from the tubular organ, and inserting a second anvil assembly into the tubular organ to engage the anvil shaft of the first anvil assembly and ejecting staples from a second cartridge assembly towards the second anvil assembly.

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10-10-2013 дата публикации

Device, system and method for assessing attitude and alignment of a surgical cassette

Номер: US20130267819A1
Принадлежит: Abbott Medical Optics Inc

A system and method of receiving a cassette to a console of a phacoemulsification system. The system and method may include receiving the cassette in close proximity to a cassette receptacle comprising a receiving surface, sensing variations in at least two variable resistances mounted respectively diagonally about the receiving surface, and comparing the variations as between the at least two variable resistances to assess an attitude of the cassette. The system and method may optionally include clamping the cassette responsively to the comparing step.

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

Pre-Alignment Surgical Cassette Interface

Номер: US20130303978A1
Автор: Mark W. Ross
Принадлежит: Abbott Medical Optics Inc

A phacoemulsification surgical console, and a related system and method. The console, system and method may include a cassette receiver suitable for receiving a surgical cassette, a controller suitable for controlling provided aspects of the phacoemulsification; and a pre-alignment feature along a lower portion under and proximate to the cassette receiver, extending outwardly from the lower portion, and suitable for aligning the surgical cassette to the cassette receiver. The pre-alignment feature may comprise a shelf.

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

Catheter for photodynamic therapy

Номер: US20130310734A1
Принадлежит: Sinuwave Tech Inc

The present invention provides a multi-functional catheter that can be used to irrigate a treatment site located within a body cavity, to suction waste materials from the treatment site, and to deliver a treatment composition in a generally uniform distribution pattern onto the treatment site. The present invention also provides a method to use this multi-functional catheter for various applications including medical applications (e.g., photodynamic therapy treatment of chronic recurrent sinusitis).

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

Nasogastric Tube

Номер: US20130310806A1
Принадлежит: TURBO SEAL LP

A nasogastric tube ( 10 ) including a main lumen ( 12 ) having one or more proximal connectors ( 14 ) for connecting to a source of substances or pressure, and one or more vacuum lumens ( 16 ) peripherally surrounding the main lumen ( 12 ), each vacuum lumen ( 16 ) including a vacuum sealing portion ( 24 ), which includes one or more suction ports ( 26 ) for sealingly drawing an inner wall of an esophagus thereagainst.

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

Negative pressure wound therapy system with a buffering unit

Номер: US20130317463A1
Принадлежит: Apex Medical Corp

A negative pressure wound therapy system has a buffering unit connected between an actuator and a wound dressing. The buffering unit has similar physical condition with the wound, and consumes its negative pressure to compensate for the negative pressure loss in the wound to resist the pressure rise in the wound during slight leakage. The buffering unit also keeps the actuator from directly operating on the wound to reduce the pain of the patient while lowering the pressure in the wound.

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

Dressing reduced-pressure indicators, systems, and methods

Номер: US20130324953A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

Dressings, systems, and methods are disclosed, in some embodiments, that involve treating a tissue site with reduced pressure, wherein the dressing includes a dressing reduced-pressure indicator that allows one to ascertain that the reduced pressure applied at the dressing is greater than a threshold reduced pressure. The dressing reduced-pressure indicator may include a moving member that is adapted to move under reduced pressure and a visual indicator associated with the moving member. Another embodiment uses an electro-mechanical indicator to provide a powered visual alert or audible alert or another output signal. Other dressings, systems, and methods are disclosed.

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

Suction Device

Номер: US20130324954A1
Автор: Martin Friedrich

The invention relates to a suction device for suctioning liquids, comprising a suction element, which is provided with at least one suction opening for receiving the liquid, and a pump which is connected to the suction element and which is equipped to generate a suction vacuum in the suction element, wherein a control device and at least one sensor which is connected to the control device are provided, wherein the control device is equipped to influence the suction power acting at the suction opening dependent on the signals received from the sensor. The object of the invention is to provide a suction device for suctioning liquids, said device working with greater efficiency than known suction devices. Additionally, there is a requirement in the medical field to provide a medical suction device which to the greatest possible extent prevents the damage that occurs to blood components during automatic operation. This object is achieved by the fact that the sensor is designed as an acoustic wave sensor. The acoustic wave sensor is equipped to detect acoustic waves which are generated by the suction element during the operation thereof.

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

Medical suction system and disposable container

Номер: US20130331805A1
Автор: H. George Brennan
Принадлежит: Individual

A portable, adjustable disposable medical suction system and method of use is disclosed. The system includes a delivery device to provide a conduit from a surgical site on a patient to the portable, adjustable medical suction system. The suction system may be a battery powered vacuum pump with one or more different adjustments directed to a strength of the vacuum, duration of the vacuum and interval between suction. The delivery device may be an intranasal tampon device or a tube inserted into the surgical site. During surgery and recovery at a surgical center or hospital, the vacuum source attached to the delivery system may be an industrial type vacuum source. Upon discharge, the suction system can be connected to the delivery system so that bleeding can be resolved by the patient in the comfort of his/her own home. The system and method of use is safer and mitigates body fluid borne contamination.

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

Self contained wound dressing apparatus

Номер: US20130331822A1
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

The composite wound dressing apparatus promotes healing of a wound via the use of a vacuum pump. The vacuum pump applies a vacuum pressure to the wound to effectively draw wound fluid or exudate away from the wound bed. The vacuum pump is tethered to the wound dressing and is portable, preferably, carried by the patient in a support bag, which permits patient mobility. Moreover, the patient does not need to be constrained for any period of time while exudate is being removed from the wound.

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

Reduced pressure wound treatment system

Номер: US20140012214A1
Принадлежит: Bluesky Medical Group Inc

A reduced pressure treatment appliance is provided for treating a wound on the body of a patient. In some embodiments, the appliance comprises an overlay, which is further comprised of cup members that may be detached or cut away from the overlay so that the overlay can be adjusted in size and shape. Also, in some embodiments, the overlay is further comprised of a pressure venting valve to maintain a predetermined level of reduced pressure at the site of the wound. In other embodiments, the wound treatment appliance also includes a vacuum system to supply reduced pressure to the site of the wound in the volume under the overlay. In yet other embodiments, the treatment appliance also includes wound packing means to prevent overgrowth of the wound or to encourage growth of wound tissue into an absorbable matrix comprising the wound packing means. In still other embodiments, a suction bulb may be used to provide a source of reduced pressure to an overlay that covers the wound. Finally, methods are provided for using various embodiments of the treatment appliance.

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06-02-2014 дата публикации

Surgical cavity drainage and closure system

Номер: US20140039468A1
Автор: Raymond M. Dunn
Принадлежит: University of Massachusetts UMass

A surgical drain device includes an adhesion matrix of biodegradable polymer material and a plurality of drain tubes attached to the matrix. The device is implanted within a surgical wound to treat the presence of seromas, for example, and is used to promote drainage, tissue adhesion, and wound closure. The drain tubes converge into a common collection tube that leads wound fluid outside the body under gravity feed or negative pressure applied to the collection tube. The matrix contains an array of apertures that allow tissue contact across the device. The device also can include a coating of surgical adhesive and a tissue anchoring system of hooks or barbs. The device and systems containing the device are particularly useful to promote the healing of surgical wounds from abdominal surgery.

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20-02-2014 дата публикации

Sub-atmospheric wound-care system

Номер: US20140052083A1
Принадлежит: J&M Shuler Medical Inc

Methods and systems are provided for a sub-atmospheric wound-care (SAWS) system for treating an open wound. The SAWS system includes a regulated vacuum source for developing a negative pressure, a flow rate meter configured to measure a flow rate of liquid removed from the wound, a primary pressure regulating sensor located proximate the wound for directly measuring the negative pressure at the wound, a backup pressure regulating sensor located vacuum tube, a porous dressing suitable to be sealed airtight which is positioned within a wound interface chamber, a collection canister configured to collect said liquid removed from the wound, and an adapter configured to use wall suction a primary regulated vacuum source.

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

Single hand control device for ultrasound guided injections

Номер: US20140058252A1
Автор: Kalle Varav
Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed herein are various device embodiments providing for single-handed operation of dual fluid injection or fluid injection/aspiration. The inventions further contemplate methods of using the devices using real-time imaging technologies. The single-handed device has structures for selectively applying two or more sources of positive or negative pressure through an attachable needle for said dual fluid injections or aspiration.

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27-03-2014 дата публикации

Illuminated suction apparatus

Номер: US20140088371A1
Принадлежит: Invuity Inc

An illuminated suction apparatus including a hand-held surgical device combining a high-performance non-fiber optic optical waveguide with suction. This device is useful in a wide array of surgical procedures including open and minimally invasive orthopedics.

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06-01-2022 дата публикации

ARTHROSCOPIC DEVICES AND METHODS

Номер: US20220001092A1
Принадлежит:

A fluid management system includes a pump connectable to a fluid source. An inflow line removably connects to a cannula for delivering a fluid flow from the pump into a surgical site, such as a joint cavity. A flow pressure sensor is coupled to measure flow pressure in the inflow line and produce a measured pressure value, A controller is connected to the pump and the flow pressure sensor, and the controller maintains a pressure set point by controlling a pump speed based on a backpressure-adjusted pressure value calculated by subtracting a backpressure value selected from a backpressure table from the measured pressure value. The BAPV is monitored to determine whether the BAPV deviates outside an initial BAPV range, and corrective measure are taken should such deviations occur. 120.-. (canceled)21. A method for arthroscopic surgery , comprising:operating simultaneously: (i) a fluid flow system to flow fluid through a fluid-filled working space in a patient: (ii) an arthroscopic cutter to cut tissue in the fluid-filled working space; and (iii) a videoscopic system to generate video image signals from the fluid-filled working space,wherein, during said operating, a video processor of the videoscopic system that is analyzing the video image signals detects a color condition that indicates blood in the fluid-filled working space and in response to the color condition provides a control signal to a controller that increases a rate of fluid flow through the fluid-filled working space.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein said operating simultaneously utilizes a single surgical unit that houses: (i) the controller; (ii) the video processor; (iii) an inflow pump and an outflow pump of the fluid flow system; and (iv) an electrical source for powering the arthroscopic cutter.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein the videoscopic system includes an endoscope with a distal image sensor that claim 21 , during said operating claim 21 , is positioned in the fluid-filled working ...

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06-01-2022 дата публикации

System And Apparatus For Preventing Therapy Unit Contamination

Номер: US20220001095A1
Принадлежит:

In some examples, provided is a fluid blockage device for use with a reduced-pressure source for treating a tissue site with reduced pressure. The fluid blockage device may be configured to preclude fluid communication through a port fluidly coupled to the reduced-pressure source when the fluid blockage device contacts a liquid. Other devices, systems, and methods are disclosed. 1. A system for treating a tissue site , comprising:a dressing configured to be positioned in contact with the tissue site;a reduced-pressure source configured to be in fluid communication with the dressing; anda canister assembly configured to be in fluid communication between the dressing and a fluid canister having an internal volume configured to receive fluid from the tissue site,', 'a canister lid configured to provide a sealed enclosure relative to the fluid canister,', 'a fluid entry port configured to provide fluid communication between the sealed enclosure and the dressing,', 'a reduced-pressure port including an inlet and an outlet configured to provide fluid communication between the sealed enclosure and the reduced-pressure source, and', 'a fluid blockage device configured to preclude fluid communication through the reduced-pressure port when exposed to a liquid., 'the reduced-pressure source, the canister assembly comprising2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the fluid blockage device comprises an absorbent material configured to swell when exposed to the liquid.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the fluid blockage device comprises a secondary filter.9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a primary filter configured to be in fluid communication between the sealed enclosure and the reduced-pressure source.12. (canceled)13. The system of claim 11 , wherein the fluid blockage device is configured to be positioned in fluid communication between the primary filter and the reduced- ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Cardiac Tissue Modulation by Topical Application of Vacuum to Minimize Cell Death and Damage

Номер: US20190000433A1
Принадлежит: Wake Forest University Health Sciences

A method and apparatus are provided for treating cardiac tissue to modulate ischemic heart tissue with topical sub-atmospheric pressure to minimize cell death and damage.

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

Wound dressings and systems with therapeutic gas and negative pressure sources for incision management and related methods

Номер: US20210001021A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

This disclosure includes wound dressings (18) and systems (10) with therapeutic gas and negative pressure sources for incision management. The dressing, which are configured to be coupled to tissue to facilitate delivery of oxygen to the tissue, comprise a manifold configured to permit communication of oxygen to the tissue the manifold (46) defining: a plurality of gas passageways (50); and a plurality of openings (62), one or more of which comprises a length (66) and a width (70) that is at least 50 percent less than the length; and a gas-occlusive layer (86) configured to be disposed over the manifold and coupled to the tissue such that an interior volume containing the manifold is defined between the gas-occlusive layer and the tissue and the gas-occlusive layer limits escape of oxygen from the interior volume.

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

Devices and methods for fluid infusion, drainage, and collection

Номер: US20180000999A1
Принадлежит: Merit Medical Systems Inc

Containers for collecting fluid are provided that include a reservoir comprising a plurality of panels enclosing an interior, side panels of the reservoir are movable from an expanded position towards to a compressed position and biased to the expanded position for generating a vacuum within the interior. An elongate housing extends along a top side of the reservoir including a passage extending between proximal and distal ends thereof and communicating with the interior of the reservoir. An elongate member extends through the housing including a distal extension, a proximal extension, and a lumen extending therebetween. One-way valves are coupled to the distal and proximal extensions for permitting fluid flow proximally from the distal extension into the interior of the reservoir via and permitting fluid flow proximally from the proximal extension while preventing fluid flow distally out the distal extension and distally into the proximal extension and lumen.

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

Breast pump assembly

Номер: US20180001002A1
Принадлежит: Exploramed NC7 Inc

Systems and methods for pumping milk from a breast, wherein the milk is expressed from the breast under suction and milk is expulsed from the pumping mechanism to a collection container under positive pressure. In one approach, the breast pump assembly includes a breast adapter and a receptacle configured to cup the breast adapter, and the breast adapter is removable from the receptacle.

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Sustained variable negative pressure wound treatment and method of controlling same

Номер: US20200000982A1
Принадлежит: Smith and Nephew Inc, Smith and Nephew PLC

Disclosed herein are systems and methods for providing reduced or negative pressure, and more particularly cyclical reduced pressure, to treat a wound. The system can include a wound dressing, a fluid collection container, a suction source, filters, and conduits. In addition, the system can include a control device and sensors. The sensors may be configured to monitor certain physiological conditions of a patient such as temperature, pressure, blood flow, blood oxygen saturation, pulse, cardiac cycle, and the like. Application of cyclical reduced pressure between two or more values below atmospheric pressure may be synchronized with the physiological conditions monitored by the sensors. Certain embodiments of the system utilize an air reservoir and one or more valves and pressure sensors or gauges to allow for rapid cycling of the level of reduced pressure within the wound dressing between two or more reduced pressure values.

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

Suction device

Номер: US20170000932A9

An embodiment includes a suction device handle for use with a vacuum supply conduit to suction a fluid or tissue, the handle comprising: a hand-grippable body defining a chamber; the hand-grippable body comprising a distal end configured to support a suction tip; the suction tip including a distal end of a vacuum supply conduit extending within an outer cannula, the vacuum supply conduit being offset from a distal end of the outer cannula by a predetermined distance; wherein the distal end of the hand grippable body is connected to a proximal end of the outer cannula and the chamber is connected in fluid communication with the suction pressure or vacuum generated at the distal end of the vacuum supply conduit. Additional embodiments are described herein.

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

Waste Collection Unit

Номер: US20190001029A1
Принадлежит: Stryker Corp

A waste collection unit is provided that comprises a vacuum pump and smoke evacuation system including a blower and blower motor. The vacuum pump, the blower, and the blower motor, create noise. This noise is attenuated in first and second sound attenuating enclosures for the vacuum pump and the blower and blower motor. A cleaning system is also provided 100 with rotating liquid delivery devices. An actuator is operatively coupled to the liquid delivery devices to rotate the liquid delivery devices.

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13-01-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR WOUND VOLUME MEASUREMENT

Номер: US20220008640A1
Принадлежит:

A method and apparatus for measuring a volume of a wound are described, the method comprising the steps of: applying a dressing over a wound, the volume of which is to be measured, the dressing including at least a sealing drape over the wound so as to create a sealed wound cavity; creating a vacuum in said wound cavity by vacuum pump means so as to produce a predetermined vacuum in the wound cavity; measuring a volume of air extracted from said wound cavity in producing said predetermined vacuum; and, calculating a volume of said wound. 116-. (canceled)17. A negative pressure wound therapy device comprising:a negative pressure source configured to be connected to a wound via a fluid flow path and to provide negative pressure to the wound; and monitor a cumulative fluid flow in the fluid flow path, the cumulative fluid flow comprising fluid flow due to operation of the negative pressure source and fluid flow due to a leak in the fluid flow path, and', 'provide an indication based on the cumulative fluid flow., 'a controller programmed to operate the negative pressure source, the controller further programmed to18. The device of claim 17 , wherein the controller is programmed to:determine a rate of the leak; andprovide an indication of the rate of the leak.19. The device of claim 18 , wherein the controller is programmed to:determine the rate of the leak responsive to the negative pressure operating in a steady state.20. The device of claim 19 , wherein in the steady state claim 19 , the rate of the leak is equivalent to the cumulative fluid flow.21. The device of further comprising a pressure sensor configured to measure pressure in a fluid flow path claim 18 , wherein the steady state is determined based on the measured pressure.22. The device of wherein the pressure sensor is configured to be positioned in the fluid flow path between the negative pressure source and a wound dressing covering the wound.23. The device of further comprising a display configured to ...

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR WOUND THERAPY

Номер: US20220016332A1
Принадлежит:

A wound therapy device is disclosed. The wound therapy device may include a housing for covering at least a portion of a wound and for sealing to a body surface of a patient. The housing may also include a liquid collector for retaining liquid therein and a vacuum connection for coupling to a vacuum source. The vacuum connection may be in gaseous communication with the liquid collector. The vacuum connection may be separated from the liquid collector by a liquid barrier. 158.-. (canceled)59. A reduced-pressure system for treating a tissue site , comprising:a first dressing component comprising a super-absorbent material;a second dressing component comprising a silicone material;a wound cover for providing a fluid seal over the first and second dressing components;a reduced-pressure interface coupled to the wound cover; anda reduced-pressure delivery conduit for fluidly coupling to the reduced-pressure interface.60. The reduced-pressure system of claim 59 , further comprising a reduced-pressure source.61. The reduced-pressure system of claim 59 , wherein the second dressing component comprises a plurality of structural supports.62. The reduced-pressure system of claim 61 , wherein the first dressing component is disposed between the plurality of structural supports.63. The reduced-pressure system of claim 59 , further comprising a treatment aperture disposed in a wound interface layer.64. The reduced-pressure system of claim 59 , wherein the first dressing component and the second dressing component are configured to be positioned over the tissue site and over skin surrounding the tissue site.65. A wound therapy device claim 59 , comprising: a first dressing component comprising an absorbent material;', 'a second dressing component comprising a structural support;', 'a wound cover for providing a fluid seal over the first and second dressing components;', 'a wound interface layer disposed beneath the absorbent layer, the wound interface layer comprising a porous ...

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LAUNCHING USAGE MODE IN A MULTIMODAL SURGICAL GAS DELIVERY SYSTEM

Номер: US20220016362A1
Автор: Silver Mikiya
Принадлежит: CONMED CORPORATION

A surgical gas delivery device includes a filter cartridge interface and a computer controlled control unit configured to control the circulation of surgical gas during endoscopic surgery. The control unit can operate in a plurality of different modes of operation. A tube set for connecting the surgical gas delivery device to one or more end effectors includes a filter cartridge in fluid communication with the tube set. The filter cartridge is seated in the filter cartridge interface of the surgical gas delivery device to communicate surgical gas between the surgical gas delivery device and the one or more end effectors. The surgical gas delivery device includes a reader operatively connected to receive input from a data carrying element of the tube set. The data carrying element, reader, and control unit can launch a specific one of the modes of operation when the filter cartridge is inserted. 1. A method of supplying surgical gas from a surgical gas delivery device comprising:receiving a filter cartridge in a filter cartridge interface of the surgical gas delivery device;reading machine readable information from a data carrying element of the filter cartridge; andautomatically launching one of a plurality of different modes of operation based on the machine readable information from a data carrying element.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , further comprising:displaying a prompt on a user interface for a user to select the one mode of operation from among the plurality of different modes of operation;receiving user input indicative of the one mode of operation; andprompting the user with the user interface to insert a filter cartridge compatible with the one mode of operation into the filter cartridge receptacle, wherein launching the one mode of operation includes launching the one mode only upon insertion of the filter cartridge compatible with the one mode of operation into the filter cartridge interface.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

In-joint sensor for a surgical fluid management pump system

Номер: US20170007750A1
Принадлежит: Individual

An in-joint pump and control device comprising a pump and an in-joint sensor. The pump is configured to convey fluid to a body joint surgical site. The pump has an algorithm associated therewith to make calculations and to assist in controlling the operation of the pump. The in-joint sensor is operatively associated with the pump by at least a communication member. The in-joint sensor comprises a sheath, an integration member attached to the sheath, a pressure sensor connected to the integration member, and a temperature sensor adjacent the sheath. The pressure sensor is adapted to provide pressure information to the pump via the communication member. The temperature sensor is also adapted to provide temperature information to the pump via the communication member.

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

Surgical suction system

Номер: US20210008257A1
Автор: Jessica Snyder
Принадлежит: Conmed Corp

A surgical suction system. The surgical suction system includes a large bore Yankauer suction device having a distal tip with a first diameter, and a proximal end with exterior hose barbs and a second diameter. The second diameter is greater than the first diameter such that a channel extending through the large bore Yankauer suction device may have an increasing diameter from the distal tip to the proximal end. The surgical system also includes cannulated tubing having a distal end and a proximal end, the distal end configured to mate with the exterior hose barbs of the Yankauer suction device. The surgical system further includes an adapter having a distal end with exterior hose barbs and a proximal end. The exterior hose barbs configured to mate with the proximal end of the cannulated tubing. The proximal end of the adapter is configured to connect to a port to a canister, wall vacuum, or other biological material collection device.

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

MEDICAL FLUSHING PUMP COMPRISING TWO SUCTION LINES

Номер: US20220023524A1
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a device for flushing a body cavity with a fluid, the fluid being pumped by means of two lines from the body cavity. The respective pumping capacity is regulated via controllable pinch valves, the two pinch valves being coupled in an antiparallel manner. 1. A device for flushing a body cavity (K) , comprising{'b': '1', '(i) a storage container () for the flushing liquid,'}{'b': '2', '(ii) a supply line (),'}{'b': '3', '(iii) a controlled roller wheel pump (),'}{'b': '4', '(iv) a controlled vacuum pump (),'}{'b': 5', '6, '(v) a first medical instrument () with a first suction line (),'}{'b': 7', '8, '(vi) a second medical instrument () with a second suction line (),'}{'b': 9', '10, '(vii) optionally a third suction line () with a throttle (),'}{'b': 11', '6, '(viii) a first pinch valve () at the first suction line (),'}{'b': 12', '8, '(ix) a second pinch valve () at the second suction line (),'}{'b': 13', '6', '8', '9', '4, '(x) a waste container (), connected to the first suction line (), second suction line (), and optional third suction line (), and to the controlled vacuum pump (),'}{'b': 11', '12, 'characterized by that the first pinch valve () and the second pinch valve () are coupled in an antiparallel manner.'}21112141516. The device of claim 1 , characterized by that the antiparallel coupling takes place such that the two pinch valves ( claim 1 , ) are formed by pinch elements that are respectively attached on gear racks ( claim 1 , ) claim 1 , and the two gear racks are coupled to each other by means of a gear wheel () claim 1 , so that they are moved for an antiparallel movement. The present invention relates to a device for flushing a body cavity with a fluid, the fluid being pumped by means of two lines from the body cavity. The respective pumping capacity is regulated via controllable pinch valves, the two pinch valves being coupled in an antiparallel manner.It is known, in endoscopic examinations and in particular in ...

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

MULTIPLE DRESSING NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY SYSTEM

Номер: US20220023527A1
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Embodiments described herein relate to apparatuses, systems, and methods for the treatment of wounds, for example using multiple wound dressings in combination with negative pressure wound therapy. A negative pressure would therapy apparatus can include a negative pressure source and a controller. The negative pressure source can include inlets configured to couple via fluid flow paths to wound dressings. The fluid flow paths can include pressure sensors configured to measure pressure in the fluid flow paths. The pressure sensors can include a first pressure sensor configured to measure pressure in the first fluid flow path and a second pressure sensor configured to measure pressure in the second fluid flow path. The controller can be configured to operate the negative pressure source and provide, based on measured pressure, indication of at least one operating condition associated with at least one of the fluid flow paths. 166-. (canceled)67. A method of determining a blockage in a negative pressure wound therapy system , the method comprising , by a controller:receiving first pressure data indicative of a combined pressure in a plurality of fluid flow paths fluidically connecting a negative pressure source with a plurality of wound dressings, wherein the plurality of fluid flow paths comprises at least a first fluid flow path including a first valve and a second fluid flow path including a second valve;based on a determination that the first pressure data satisfies a first blockage threshold, determining that the plurality of fluid flow paths includes a fluid flow path associated with a blockage condition; andbased at least in part on the second pressure data, identifying at least one fluid flow path of the plurality of fluid flow paths that is associated with the blockage condition, wherein the second pressure data is obtained when at least one of the first valve or the second valve is closed.68. The method of claim 67 , wherein the first blockage threshold ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

Suction Device for Surgical Instruments

Номер: US20190009009A1
Принадлежит: Conmed Corp

A suction device is shown and described. The suction device includes a body, an input port configured to receive a flow of matter, a suction port, and a suction lumen that couples the suction port to the input port. In some embodiments the suction device is configured to couple with a surgical instrument for use in a surgical procedure.

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08-01-2015 дата публикации

Fluid level sensor cover for a medical waste fluid collection and disposal system

Номер: US20150011953A1
Автор: Craig B. Schmidt
Принадлежит: Dornoch Medical Systems Inc

A fluid level sensor assembly for monitoring a fluid level in a fluid collection canister of a medical waste fluid collection system. The fluid level sensor assembly includes a fluid level sensor configured for monitoring the fluid level in the fluid collection canister and a fluid level sensor cover configured for preventing direct contact between the fluid level sensor and a fluid in the fluid collection canister. The fluid level sensor cover includes a polymeric cap and polymeric sheath extending from the cap. The elongate tubular sheath surrounds an elongate probe of the sensor with the cap positioned at a base of a sensor body of the sensor to prevent direct fluid contact with the elongate sensor probe and the sensor body.

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

Wound-Dressing Conditioning Device

Номер: US20220031519A1
Автор: Hardman Ian, Heaton Keith
Принадлежит: Nexa Medical Limited

A wound-dressing conditioning device () for conditioning a wound dressing (). The device () comprises a treatment-fluid flow path () and a waste-fluid flow path (). A pumping means () is at the treatment-fluid flow path () and the waste-fluid flow path (). The pumping means () can pump treatment fluid along the treatment-fluid flow path () pump waste fluid along the waste-fluid flow path (), and apply negative-pressure condition to the wound dressing (). The pumping means () has a controller to control the treatment fluid pumping, and a monitoring means for monitoring a volume of treatment fluid pumped to the wound dressing (). 1. A wound-dressing conditioning device to condition a wound dressing , the device comprising:a treatment-fluid flow path having a treatment-fluid inlet configured to fluidly communicate with a treatment-fluid source, and a treatment-fluid outlet configured to fluidly communicate with the wound dressing;a waste-fluid flow path having a waste-fluid inlet configured to fluidly communicate with the wound dressing, and a waste-fluid outlet configured to fluidly communicate with a waste-fluid container; anda pump at or adjacent to the treatment-fluid flow path and the waste-fluid flow path, the pump having a treatment-fluid-application condition for which the pump is configured to pump treatment fluid from the treatment-fluid inlet to the treatment-fluid outlet, a waste-fluid-removal condition in which the pump is configured to pump waste fluid from the waste-fluid inlet to the waste-fluid outlet, and a negative-pressure condition in which the pump is configured to apply negative pressure to the wound dressing;the pump having a controller configured to control the treatment-fluid-application condition, and a monitor configured to monitor a volume of treatment fluid pumped to the treatment-fluid outlet during the treatment-fluid-application condition.2. The wound-dressing conditioning device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the pump is configured to ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

MEDICAL AIR TREATMENT DEVICE

Номер: US20220031545A1
Автор: Kirschman David Louis
Принадлежит: Aerobiotix, Inc.

An air treatment device having a flexible air hose, duct or gooseneck member. The air hose, duct or gooseneck member permits an inlet end thereof to be positioned in proximity to a patient so that a negative pressure can be created around the patient so that air can sucked or vacuumed into the system whereupon it is treated as the air flows through the system. 1. An air treatment system for use during a surgical procedure in a room , said air treatment system comprising:a housing having an inlet and an outlet;an air treatment device located in said housing for at least one of filtering an airflow or irradiating said airflow before it exits said outlet; andan air hose or duct adapted to be mounted to said housing in communication with said inlet, said air hose or duct having an inlet end for situating in proximity to a patient situated in said room; andan airflow generator for mounting in said housing for generating an air stream between said inlet and said outlet and for creating a negative pressure or vacuum in said air hose or duct;said airflow generator generating an airflow through said air hose or duct to create a negative pressure around a patient during said surgical procedure.2. The air treatment system as recited in wherein said inlet end comprises a removable nozzle that can be moved or adjusted to a predetermined position by a user.3. The air treatment system as recited in wherein said nozzle has a nozzle end having a nozzle inlet area that is greater than a cross sectional area of said air hose or duct where said nozzle is coupled to said air hose or duct.4. The air treatment system as recited in wherein said air hose or duct has at least a portion that is at least one of flexible claim 1 , pivotable or rotatable.5. The air treatment system as recited in wherein said nozzle is removable or detachable from said air hose or duct and comprises a filter element.6. The air treatment system as recited in wherein air treatment device comprises a chemical or ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

A Medical Waste Management System Integrated Within A Medical Facility

Номер: US20220031927A1
Принадлежит: STRYKER CORPORATION

A medical waste management system including a boom secured to a fixed structure of a medical facility. A waste container defines a waste volume sized to collect liquid waste material received through a suction line under the influence of a vacuum provided by a vacuum pump. The system may include a service head coupled to the boom and including the waste container. A vacuum port is in fluid communication with the waste volume, and discharge and/or cleaning ports also in communication with the waste volume may be provided. The vacuum pump may be integrated with the medical facility, and the system may include an offload pump Integrated with the medical facility and in communication with the discharge port. The waste container may be supported on a mobile cart configured to be removably coupled with the boom. The system may further include a liquid measuring system coupled to the waste container. 1. A medical waste management system comprising:a mount configured to be rigidly secured to a fixed structure of a medical facility;a boom secured to said mount and comprising at least one elongated arm for extending away from the fixed structure;a service head coupled to said boom:a waste container located on said service head and defining a waste volume sized to collect liquid waste material during a medical procedure performed within the medical facility with the liquid waste material being received through a suction line under influence of a vacuum provided by a vacuum pump;a vacuum port in fluid communication with said waste volume and configured to be coupled to a vacuum line to establish fluid communication between said waste volume and the vacuum pump; anda liquid measuring system coupled to said waste container within said waste volume with said liquid measuring system configured to measure a level of the liquid waste material within said waste volume.2. The medical waste management system of claim 1 , further comprising a discharge port in fluid communication with ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

Surgical Irrigation Cassette

Номер: US20220031928A1
Принадлежит: STRYKER CORPORATION

A surgical irrigation cassette comprises a cassette housing, a portion of a pump, and fluid pathways. The housing defines a chamber therein and a first console connector including a first pneumatic connector port. The pump portion includes an intake side of the pump and an output side of the pump. The fluid pathways are disposed at least in part within the chamber. A first fluid pathway, in an installed position, connects the intake side of the pump with a supply fluid container. A second fluid pathway, in an installed position, connects the output side of the pump and a handpiece. A third fluid pathway, in an installed position, connects the handpiece and a waste container A fourth fluid pathway, in an installed position, connects the first console connector and the waste container. 1. A surgical irrigation cassette comprising:a substantially rigid cassette housing defining a chamber therein and a first console connector including a first pneumatic connector port;a liquid transfer portion of a pump including an intake side of the pump and an output side of the pump; a first fluid pathway including a first end connected with the intake side of the pump, and a second end for connecting with a supply fluid container;', 'a second fluid pathway including a first end connected with the output side of the pump, and a second end for connecting with a handpiece;', 'a third fluid pathway including a first end for connecting with the handpiece, and a second end for connecting with a waste container; and', 'a fourth fluid pathway including a first end connected with the first console connector and a second end for connecting with the waste container., 'a plurality of fluid pathways disposed at least in part within the chamber, including2. The surgical irrigation cassette of claim 1 , wherein the housing includes a first wall and a substantially parallel second wall connected by a peripheral third wall.3. The surgical irrigation cassette of claim 1 , wherein the housing has a ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

Sound-Attenuating Enclosure For A Vacuum Source Of A Waste Collection Unit

Номер: US20220031929A1
Принадлежит: STRYKER CORPORATION

A waste collection unit including a waste container, and vacuum source to collect medical waste into the waste container. The vacuum source is disposed within a sound attenuating enclosure that defines an enclosure inlet for receiving cooling air and an enclosure outlet for discharging warmed cooling air. The sound attenuating enclosure is at least partially formed of a sound-absorbing material and may define a pocket for receiving a first end of the vacuum source. The first end of the vacuum source may engage a seat of the sound attenuating enclosure to provide a cooling air barrier. The seat may define a bottom portion of the pocket. Internal geometries of the sound attenuating enclosure may be shaped to define another air path that does not pass through the vacuum source. A plenum may be attached to the sound attenuating enclosure and define a plenum chamber to collect the warmed cooling air. 1. A waste collection unit for collecting waste material through a suction line during a medical procedure , the waste collection unit comprising:a waste container configured to be in fluid communication with the suction line to collect the waste material during the medical procedure, the waste container defining a collection chamber and a vacuum port;a sound attenuating enclosure defining an enclosure inlet for receiving cooling air and an enclosure outlet for discharging warmed cooling air from the sound attenuating enclosure, wherein the sound attenuating enclosure is at least partially formed of a sound-absorbing material configured to attenuate noise; anda vacuum source disposed in the sound attenuating enclosure and in selective communication with the vacuum port of the waste container for providing a vacuum in the waste container to draw the waste material into the waste container through the suction line, the vacuum source defining a vacuum inlet for receiving the cooled air and a vacuum outlet for discharging warmed cooling air,wherein the sound attenuating ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Improving Control Responsiveness During Aspiration

Номер: US20220031930A1
Принадлежит: STRYKER CORPORATION

An aspiration system to control vacuum pressure in an ultrasonic surgical handpiece to result in improved control responsiveness during aspiration. The system comprises a console including a vacuum pump. The system includes a cassette comprising a joint that divides a vacuum path into at least two flow paths. A first joint port couples to a first flow path. A second flow path is coupled to a second joint port, a third flow path is coupled to a third joint port, and a fourth flow path is coupled to a port on a surgical waste receiver. A first sensor senses pressure in the fourth flow path and provides a waste receiver pressure signal. A second sensor senses pressure in the third flow path and provides a tip pressure signal. The controller controls a position of a first vent valve and a second vent valve based on the waste receiver pressure signal and the tip pressure signal, respectively. 1. An aspiration system to control vacuum pressure in an ultrasonic surgical handpiece to result in improved control responsiveness during aspiration , the system comprising:a vacuum pump;a vacuum path that extends at least partially between a surgical handpiece connector and the vacuum pump, the vacuum path further including a joint wherein the joint divides the vacuum path into at least two flow paths;a first sensor coupled to a first portion of the vacuum path, the first portion of the vacuum path positioned between a surgical waste receiver connector and the vacuum pump, the first sensor configured to monitor a waste receiver pressure and provide a waste receiver pressure signal;a first vent valve coupled to the first portion of the vacuum path;a second vent valve coupled to a terminal end of a second portion of the vacuum path, the second portion of the vacuum path originating from the joint;a second sensor coupled to the second portion of the vacuum path and configured to monitor a vacuum pressure associated with a tip of the ultrasonic surgical handpiece and provide a tip ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

Pressure Switch for Aspiration Systems and Devices

Номер: US20220031931A1
Автор: Stout Charles Emmett
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Pressure regulations allow for example, tension control on spring valves to regulate cycling behavior for aspiration catheter systems. Unique brain access and procedures are driven by the improved cycling patterns and managed periodic frequencies. 1. An improved pressure switch for cycling pressure between atmospheric and pump pressures which generates and communicates a novel cycle pattern.2. The improved pressure switch of claim 1 , whereby a curve which defines the cycle pattern shows that induced variations of cyclic pressure generate alternate periodic frequencies claim 1 , for example claim 1 , fixed or unfixed sinusoidal patterns.3. The improved pressure switch of claim 2 , effective for use in neurovascular and interventional procedures with currently existing medical devices.4. The improved pressure switch of claim 3 , effective for use with newly developed or later developed medical devices.5. A medical device system for cycling pressure between pump pressure and atmospheric pressure comprising claim 3 , in combination:at least an aspiration pump, suction tubing connecting the at least a pump to a device; andan associated aspiration catheter, whereby a novel cycle pattern is generated.6. The medical device system of claim 5 , defined by the curve in .7. The medical device system of claim 6 , whereby a spring-loaded mechanism is effective to actuate a release valve as mechanical means to regulate pressure.8. The medical device system of claim 7 , further comprising tension control on the spring valve.9. The medical device system of claim 8 , wherein cycling behavior is regulated.10. The medical system of claim 9 , forming a kit for using any medical device along with the pump and tubing and aspiration catheter.11. The medical device system of claim 10 , wherein the aspiration catheter is designed for neurovascular use.12. The medical device system of claim 10 , wherein the aspiration catheter is designed for peripheral vascular use.13. The medical device ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

Suction Apparatus

Номер: US20220031932A1
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An apparatus may include a first layer that includes a plurality of inlets and a surface feature; a second layer, where the surface feature opposes the second layer; an outlet, and a pattern defined on at least one of the first layer and the second layer, where the pattern defines a suction path from each inlet of the plurality of inlets to the outlet. 1. An apparatus comprising:a first layer comprising a plurality of inlets and a surface feature;a second layer, wherein the surface feature opposes the second layer;a first tube disposed between the first layer and the second layer, wherein the first tube forms a loop, wherein the first tube comprises a first plurality of perforations through a surface of the first tube, and wherein the first layer and the second layer define suction paths from the plurality of inlets to the first tube;a second tube disposed between the first layer and the second layer and inside of the loop, wherein the second tube comprises a second plurality of perforations through a surface of the second tube, and wherein the first layer and the second layer define suction paths from the plurality of inlets to the second tube; andan outlet coupled to the first tube and to the second tube.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second tube extends away from the outlet.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second tube extends in a straight direction from the first tube.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second tube is parallel to a portion of the loop.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second tube extends along a centerline of the apparatus proximal to a first end of the apparatus to a location proximal to a second end of the apparatus.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a connector disposed between the first layer and the second layer and coupled to each of the outlet claim 1 , a first end of the first tube claim 1 , a second end of the first tube claim 1 , and the second tube.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein a ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING OPERATION OF A REDUCED PRESSURE THERAPY SYSTEM TO DETECT LEAKS

Номер: US20220031933A1
Автор: ASKEM BEN ALAN
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In some embodiments, a negative pressure apparatus includes a negative pressure source configured to provide negative pressure via a fluid flow path to a wound dressing placed to create a seal over a wound, a pressure sensor, and a controller. The controller can be configured to operate the negative pressure source in a first mode and determine a change in pressure in the fluid flow path over a period of time based on a plurality of measurements by the pressure sensor. In response to a determination that pressure in the fluid flow path is decreasing, the controller can operate the negative pressure source in a second mode in which greater amount of negative pressure is provided than in the first mode. In response to a determination that pressure in the fluid flow path is not decreasing, the controller can provide an indication of a first leak in the seal. 1. A method of operating a negative pressure wound therapy apparatus , the method comprising: prior to initiating a pump down to reduce pressure in a fluid flow path from atmospheric pressure to a negative pressure set point, operating a negative pressure source of the negative pressure wound therapy apparatus to provide a first level of negative pressure via the fluid flow path to wound covered by a wound dressing;', 'determining a change in pressure in the fluid flow path over a first period of time;', 'in response to determining that pressure in the fluid flow path is decreasing relative to atmospheric pressure, initiating the pump down by operating the negative pressure source to provide a second level of negative pressure that is greater than the first level of negative pressure; and', 'in response to determining that pressure in the fluid flow path is not decreasing relative to atmospheric pressure, providing an indication of a first leak in a seal formed by the wound dressing., 'by a controller of the negative pressure wound therapy apparatus, in response to a request to initiate or restart application of ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

Surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas

Номер: US20170014558A1
Принадлежит: Integrated Surgical LLC

A surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas is shown and described. The surgical suction device includes an air amplifier. The air amplifier includes a structure defining a generally cylindrical cavity having a first opening at a first end and a second opening at a second end. The cylindrical cavity is defined by an inner wall of the cavity. The air amplifier includes an annular opening in the inner wall near the first end. The annular opening defines a jet opening adapted to allow a pressurized gas to flow out of the annular opening such that a low pressure region is produced at the first end and an amplified flow is produced at the second end. The annular opening is further configured such that the pressurized gas enters the cavity at an angle with respect to the inner wall of the cavity that is towards the second end.

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

Surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas

Номер: US20170014560A1
Принадлежит: Conmed Corp, Integrated Surgical LLC

A surgical suction device that uses positive pressure gas is shown and described. The surgical suction device includes an air amplifier. The air amplifier includes a structure defining a generally cylindrical cavity having a first opening at a first end and a second opening at a second end. The cylindrical cavity is defined by an inner wall of the cavity. The air amplifier includes an annular opening in the inner wall near the first end. The annular opening defines a jet opening adapted to allow a pressurized gas to flow out of the annular opening such that a low pressure region is produced at the first end and an amplified flow is produced at the second end. The annular opening is further configured such that the pressurized gas enters the cavity at an angle with respect to the inner wall of the cavity that is towards the second end.

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

Instillation cartridge for vacuum actuated fluid delivery

Номер: US20160015871A1
Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

A fluid delivery system, method, and apparatus for providing instillation therapy with a negative-pressure source is described. The apparatus includes a housing having an ambient chamber and a negative-pressure chamber fluidly isolated from each other. The apparatus also includes a moveable barrier disposed in the housing between the ambient chamber and the negative-pressure chamber. The moveable barrier is operable to move between a charge position and a discharge position in response to negative pressure. A fluid source is disposed in the negative-pressure chamber and is collapsible in response to movement of the moveable barrier to the discharge position. The apparatus also includes a fluid outlet in fluid communication with the fluid source, a negative-pressure port in fluid communication with the negative-pressure chamber and configured to be coupled to a negative-pressure source, and a vent formed in the housing and fluidly coupled to the ambient chamber.

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING PRESSURIZED INFUSION TRANSFER RESERVOIRS

Номер: US20220039999A1
Автор: Lieu Katrina T.
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Apparatus, system and method for providing pressurized infusion of liquids and, more particularly, providing a stable and pressurized flow of fluid to the eye during surgery. Aspiration fluid may be received via an aspiration line at a first peristaltic pump, where aspiration fluid is transferred to a Venturi tank reservoir coupled to a second peristaltic pump. Fluid from a fluid source is provided via a third peristaltic pump to a pressurized infusion tank. A determination is made if the pressure in the pressurized infusion tank is at a predetermined level, where fluid may be transferred from the pressurized infusion tank to an irrigation line when pressure in the pressurized infusion tank is determined to be at the predetermined level. Alternate activation of a plurality of aspiration and irrigation lines are also provided. 19-. (canceled)10. A system for providing stable and pressurized flow of fluid during phacoemulsification surgery , the system comprising:a supply source;a transfer reservoir communicatively coupled to the supply source via a spike;a surgical console communicatively coupled to a pressurization port of the transfer reservoir, the surgical console having at least one system bus communicatively connected to at least one computing processor capable of accessing at least one computing memory associated with the at least one computing processor;a surgical hand piece having at a distal end at least one surgical tool and at a proximal end being communicatively connected to at least one tube connected to an aperture of the transfer reservoir;wherein the pressurization port applies pressure to the transfer reservoir causing the modification of fluid flow through the at least one tube.11. The system of claim 10 , wherein the spike is configured to:penetrate the supply source; andenable fluid flow between the supply source and the transfer reservoir;wherein the spike comprises a plurality of openings uniformly dispersed among the top portion of the spike. ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR ASPIRATING BIOLOGICAL MATERIAL FROM A BODY LUMEN

Номер: US20220040394A1
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An intraluminal system for aspirating biological material from a lumen of a patient includes a disposable intraluminal device having a proximal portion and a distal portion. The system includes a disposable pump configured to aspirate the biological material from the lumen of the patient. The disposable pump is coupled to the proximal portion of the intraluminal device. The disposable pump comprises a pump chassis that houses: an inlet port configured to sealably attach to the proximal portion of the intraluminal device; an outlet port configured to expel the aspirated biological from the pump; and a flow controller configured to adjust a fluid flow through the pump, wherein the pump chassis is sized and shaped to be manually supported by a user. 1. An intraluminal system for aspirating biological material from a lumen of a patient , comprising:a disposable intraluminal device comprising a distal portion configured to be positioned within the lumen of the patient and a proximal portion in fluid communication with the distal portion and positioned outside of the patient; and an inlet port configured to sealably attach to the proximal portion of the intraluminal device;', 'an outlet port configured to expel the aspirated biological from the pump;', 'a flow controller configured to adjust a fluid flow through the pump;', 'an actuator;', 'a first pump chamber;', 'a second pump chamber separate from the first pump chamber; and', 'a dual displacement adapter coupled to the actuator such that the actuator is configured to drive the dual displacement adapter to pump fluid through each of the first pump chamber and the second pump chamber in an alternating fashion, and, 'a disposable pump configured to aspirate the biological material from the lumen of the patient, the disposable pump coupled to the proximal portion of the intraluminal device and comprising a pump chassis that houseswherein the pump chassis is sized and shaped to be manually supported by a user.2. The ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

FECAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20220040395A1
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Fecal management methods and apparatuses (e.g., devices, systems, etc.) are described herein. The fecal management apparatuses may apply one or more fecal removal cycles of suction and irrigation (and in some examples air) to actively remove fecal material. The apparatus may control the timing of delivery of the fecal removal cycles as well as the parameters of the applied suction, irrigation and/or air within and between fecal removal cycles. 1. A system for removal of fecal material from a patient's rectum , the system comprising:a receptacle configured to be applied in communication with the patient's rectum;a connecting tube comprising a suction channel and an irrigation channel, the connecting tube configured to couple the suction channel to a suction port of the receptacle and the irrigation channel to an irrigation outlet of the receptacle;a canister housing from which the connecting tube extends;a fluid pump within the canister housing configured to couple to an irrigation fluid reservoir;a controller within the canister housing, the controller configured to apply one or more fecal removal cycles including applying suction through the suction port and applying irrigation from the irrigation outlet by controlling the fluid pump to deliver between 1 ml and 1000 ml of irrigation fluid and by controlling a source of negative pressure to deliver between 15 mmHg and 500 mmHg of suction; anda stool collection chamber configured to receive fecal material from the suction channel.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to determine parameters of a fecal removal cycle using sensor data from one or more sensor on the receptacle.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to determine parameters of a fecal removal cycle using pressure sensor data from one or more pressure sensors.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to alternate the application of suction and irrigation during each fecal removal ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR AN ASPIRATOR, ASPIRATOR AND METHOD

Номер: US20220040396A1
Принадлежит: EXCITUS AS

A device for an aspirator, the device comprising a suction inlet for suctioned air, liquid and particles; an exhaust outlet for air; a reservoir for collecting liquid and particles separated from the air; and a clearing arrangement fluidly between the suction inlet and the exhaust outlet, the clearing arrangement being configured to provide a path of air, substantially cleared from liquid sucked through the suction inlet, to the exhaust outlet, in any orientation of the device in space. An aspirator comprising a device, and a method of modifying a device for an aspirator, are also provided. 1. A device for an aspirator , the device comprising:a suction inlet for suctioned air, liquid and particles;an exhaust outlet for air;a reservoir for collecting liquid and particles separated from the air; anda clearing arrangement fluidly between the suction inlet and the exhaust outlet, the clearing arrangement being configured to provide a path of air, substantially cleared from liquid sucked through the suction inlet, to the exhaust outlet, in any orientation of the device in space.2. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a filter fluidly between the suction inlet and the exhaust outlet; wherein the clearing arrangement is fluidly between the suction inlet and the filter claim 1 , and wherein the clearing arrangement is configured to provide a path of air claim 1 , substantially cleared from liquid sucked through the suction inlet claim 1 , to the filter claim 1 , in any orientation of the device in space.34-. (canceled)5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the clearing arrangement is configured to separate liquid from air by means of absorption claim 1 , and wherein the clearinq arrangement comprises an absorbent material.69-. (canceled)10. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the clearing arrangement comprises a plurality of free bodies.11. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the clearing arrangement is positioned within the reservoir.12. ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

CLIP

Номер: US20220040397A1
Автор: LEEDHAM Amy, MACKS Daniel
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A clip for holding one or more buttons of a medical device in a pre-use state. The clip includes an elongate band for wrapping around the medical device. A receiving portion formed in the elongate band that is configured to receive at least one button when the band is wrapped around the medical device and a retaining means for retaining the band around the medical device. 16-. (canceled)7. A suction/irrigation clip , wherein in use , the clip holds one or more buttons of a suction/irrigation apparatus in a pre-use state , the clip including:a. an elongate band for wrapping around the suction/irrigation apparatus;b. a receiving portion formed in the elongate band, the receiving portion being configured to receive at least one button when the elongate band is wrapped around the suction/irrigator; and,c. a retaining means for retaining the elongate band around the suction/irrigation apparatus;wherein the one or more buttons are operatively connected to respective one or more suction/irrigation tubes of the suction/irrigator and formed such that the pre-use state allows for the buttons to be held in a depressed state such that one or more tubes are held in an open state.8. The clip of claim 7 , wherein the receiving portion includes a raised portion claim 7 , being raised from the elongate band such that a gap is formed between the raised portion and the band claim 7 , thereby splitting the receiving portion into a first receiving portion and a second receiving portion claim 7 , where the first portion is raised in respect of the second portion and receives a first button and the second portion receives a second button claim 7 , the second button being offset from the first button.9. The clip of claim 7 , wherein the retaining means includes one or more snap buttons to hold the elongate band around the suction/irrigation apparatus.10. The clip of claim 7 , wherein the elongate band has a pull-tab for opening/releasing the band from being wrapped around the suction/ ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

DUAL CANNULATED SUCTION AND DELIVERY DEVICE

Номер: US20220040398A1
Принадлежит: DAS Innovations Pty Ltd

A medical device related to suction and delivery of components at a surgical site, the device comprising: a shaft body having a suction channel for suctioning a first component from a site, and a delivery channel associated with the shaft body for delivering a second component to the site. 1. A medical device for suction and delivery , the device comprising:a shaft comprising a suction channel having a leading end for suctioning at least a first component from a surgical site, a delivery channel associated with the shaft, the delivery channel having an outlet for delivering a second component to the surgical site,the suction channel leading end and the delivery channel outlet being independent from one another and located proximal to one another such that suction and delivery occur in relation to the same surgical sitethe device configured such that in use during surgery the first component is removed from the site through the suction channel, and the second component is delivered to the site through the delivery channel, the device being configured such that in use removal of the first component and the delivery of the second component may occur simultaneously.2. A device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the first component comprises any of a fluid claim 1 , a solid claim 1 , or a semi solid mixture.3. A device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the second component comprises a haemostatic solution in the form of a fluid or solid powder.4. A device as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a flywheel for rotating the shaft with respect to a suction connector claim 1 , the suction connector configured to be engaged with the suction channel to effect suction through the suction channel.5. A device as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a delivery connector at a delivery point to be engaged with the delivery channel to effect delivery through the delivery channel.6. A device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the suction channel and the delivery channel comprise hollow ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

Wound therapy systems and methods with multiple power sources

Номер: US20220040401A1
Принадлежит: TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd

The present disclosure provides in part improved apparatuses, systems, and methods for providing therapy to a wound. A system can include a first power source configured to power an electronic component and a second power source configured to power the electronic component in place of the first power source. Responsive to a first condition, the second power source can power the electronic component in place of the first power source. In some cases, the system can include a pressure source that is configured to provide negative pressure to a wound dressing positioned over a wound. The wound dressing can support the first power source or the second power source.

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

Wound treatment apparatus and method

Номер: US20140107595A1
Принадлежит: Smith and Nephew PLC

An apparatus and method for aspirating, irrigating and/or cleansing wounds is provided. The apparatus and method include one or more of the following: simultaneous aspiration and irrigation of the wound, supplying of thermal energy to fluid circulated through the wound; supplying physiologically active agents to the wound; a biodegradable scaffold in contact with the wound bed; and application of stress or flow stress to the wound bed.

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

Fluid collection canister including canister top with filter membrane and negative pressure wound therapy systems including same

Номер: US20140107598A1
Автор: Scott Wudyka
Принадлежит: Smith and Nephew Inc

A fluid collection canister including a chamber to collect fluids and a canister top disposed over the chamber. The canister top includes a bottom side facing into the chamber, including first and second ribs disposed thereon, a filter membrane attached to the first and second ribs, a first port to communicate with the chamber and a pressure source external to the chamber, and a second port to communicate with the chamber and a sensor external to the chamber. The first port is in fluid communication with a first area, which is bounded by the filter membrane, the first and second ribs and the bottom side of the canister top. The second port is in fluid communication with a second area, which is bounded by the filter membrane, the second rib and the bottom side of the canister top.

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23-01-2020 дата публикации

Systems and methods for cleaning body cavities

Номер: US20200023116A1
Принадлежит: Motus GI Medical Technologies Ltd

This application presents methods and devices for continuously cleaning a colon by at least partially filling a segment of the colon with liquid and agitating the fluid to dislodge matter adhering to the colon walls. Methods for automatic maintenance of liquid levels in the colon during continuous cleaning are taught.

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