Nebulizer

A nebulizer which has an insertable container and a counter device for counting operations of the nebulizer, and is opened for replacing the container. A securing device having locking portions which are forced apart is provided to prevent reconnection of an already used container. The nebulizer has an indicator for showing the current container number and/or symbols indicating the need container replacement. The indicator is driven by the force of an internal spring. The indicator member also controls a lock of the container for locking the container against further actuation. The lock is reset after container replacement.

Coded Collapsible Drug Reservoir

A coded collapsible drug reservoir ( 200 ) and a drug delivery system ( 100 ) including a coded collapsible drug reservoir ( 200 ). The drug reservoir ( 200 ) includes a collapsible housing ( 202 ) and a port ( 204 ) in communication with the collapsible housing ( 202 ). The drug reservoir ( 200 ) further includes a coding feature ( 206 ) disposed on the drug reservoir ( 200 ), and the coding feature ( 206 ) identifies the drug reservoir ( 200 ).

Medical device and technique for using the same

An inflatable balloon cuff may be adapted to seal a patient's trachea when associated with an endotracheal tube. These cuffs may include indicia that facilitate attachment of the cuff relative to the tube to reduce manufacturing variability for such characteristics as rotational and length alignment. Such indicia may include protrusions that are formed in the wall of the cuff collars or may include visual indicators, e.g., colorimetric or shape-wise indicators. Cuffs with improved attachment relative to the tube may have increased sealing performance.

Drug Delivery Device

A component for a drug delivery device comprises a key validation part and a safety part. The key validation part is configured to interact with a key part of another component of the drug delivery device during the assembly of the drug delivery device. In order to support the use of matching components, the safety part is configured to have a different impact if the key part is matched to the key validation part compared to if the key part is not matched to the key validation part.

Non-detachable reservoir holder for a drug delivery device

Disclosed herein are various examples of a drug delivery system having a non-detachable reservoir holder. The drug delivery system includes a dose setting mechanism and a reservoir holder attached to the dose setting mechanism, wherein the reservoir holder is configured to partially detach from the dose setting mechanism to allow for (i) insertion of a reservoir into the reservoir holder without being fully detached from the dose setting mechanism and (ii) removal of the reservoir from the reservoir holder without being fully detached from the dose setting mechanism.

VALVE ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF USE

A valve assembly including a housing having a base and an outer shell, which forms a proximal cavity and a distal cavity joined by a canal; an inner housing configured for longitudinal movement within the distal cavity; a seal positioned within the distal cavity that together with the longitudinal movement of the inner housing regulates the flow of fluid through the valve assembly; and one or more selected from the group consisting of the base notched with one or more notches and the inner housing having one or more through slots aligned to permit access to the one or more notches, the seal being a reversibly deformable sealing pin, and a torque limiter mechanism configured to resist the longitudinal movement of the inner housing distally until a sufficient radial force is applied. 1. A valve assembly comprising:an outer housing comprising a base and an outer shell, which forms a proximal cavity and a distal cavity joined by a canal, wherein the base is threaded at a proximal end and notched with one or more notches at a distal end;an inner housing configured for longitudinal movement within the distal cavity, the inner housing comprising one or more through slots aligned to permit access to the one or more notches across the inner housing, and a central boss comprising a through bore that directs passage of fluid through the inner housing; anda seal positioned within the distal cavity that together with the longitudinal movement of the inner housing regulates the flow of fluid through the valve assembly.2. The valve assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the outer shell and inner housing comprise complementary camming elements claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal movement occurs by helically turning the inner housing in relation to the outer housing.3. The valve assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more through slots are longitudinally adjacent to the one or more notches when the valve is in a closed position.4. The valve assembly according to claim 3 ...

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR PRESSURE MANAGEMENT WITHIN A WOUND CHAMBER

A wound therapy apparatus disclosed herein includes a wound interface sealingly securable to a skin surface around a wound bed to form an enclosed space over the wound bed. An inflow fluid pathway and an outflow fluid pathway communicate fluidly with the enclosed space through an inflow port and an outflow port, respectively. The inflow port and the outflow port may be in spaced relation to define a flow path within the enclosed space equivalent in length to a characteristic length of the enclosed space. Pressure sensors may be in communication with the inflow fluid pathway and the outflow fluid pathway to detect inflow pressure p, and outflow pressure p. 1. A wound therapy apparatus , comprising:a wound interface sealingly securable to a skin surface around a wound bed to form an enclosed space over the wound bed;an inflow port disposed about the wound interface to form a portion of an inflow fluid pathway that communicates an inflow fluid into the enclosed space;an outflow port disposed about the wound interface to form a portion of an outflow fluid pathway that communicates an outflow fluid out of the enclosed space, the outflow port in spaced relation with the inflow port to define a flow path within the enclosed space equivalent to a characteristic length of the enclosed space;{'sub': 'in', 'an inflow pressure sensor in communication with the inflow fluid pathway to detect an inflow pressure pof the inflow fluid;'}{'sub': 'out', 'an outflow pressure sensor in communication with the outflow fluid pathway to detect an outflow pressure pof the outflow fluid; and'}{'sub': in', 'out', 'a, 'wherein the inflow pressure pand the outflow pressure pin combination are indicative of a pressure pwithin the enclosed space.'}2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the enclosed space has a circular shape and the characteristic length is defined as a radius of the circular shape.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the enclosed space has a rectangular shape and the ...

NASAL DRY POWDER DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR VACCINES AND OTHER TREATMENT AGENTS

A nasal delivery device can include air-receiving section that has a first passageway therethrough to allow air to pass through the air-receiving section, a powder-reservoir receiving section sized to receive a powder reservoir, and a powder-delivery section that has a second passageway therethrough to allow aerosolized powder from the powder reservoir to pass through the powder-delivery section. The first passageway can have a first end and a second end, with the first end being further from the powder-reservoir receiving section and the second end being at or near the powder-reservoir receiving area. The second end of the air-receiving section can include a flattened region so that air exiting the air-receiving section has a generally flattened profile. 1. A method of delivering an aerosolized treatment agent to a subject , the method comprising:attaching a powder reservoir containing a treatment agent to a nasal delivery device;positioning an air inlet end of the device into an air delivery source;positioning an exit end the device at least partially within a nostril of the subject;delivering air through a passageway in the air inlet end to the powder reservoir, the passageway comprising a flattened region so that air exiting the flattened region enters the powder reservoir with a generally flattened profile; anddelivering aerosolized treatment agent through the exit end of the device and into the nostril of the subject.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the air delivery source comprises exhaled air and the air inlet end of the device is positioned in the subject's mouth.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the act of attaching the powder reservoir to the device comprises attaching a lip of the powder reservoir to one or more grooves on the device.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the act of attaching the powder reservoir to the device further comprises piercing a frangible cover of the powder reservoir with at least one piercing member that extends from the ...

Devices, systems, and methods for medicament delivery

Certain exemplary embodiments comprise can comprise an auto-injector, which can comprise: a vial configured to store and/or contain an injectable medicament, the vial defining a vial longitudinal axis, and a housing comprising the vial. In various embodiments, the injectable medicament can be a medicine, medication, drug, pharmaceutical, prescriptive, agent, antidote, anti-venom, hormone, stimulant, vasodilator, anesthetic, and/or nutritional supplement that is substantially ready for injection.

Drug delivery device

A drug delivery device ( 1 ), comprising a delivery unit ( 2 ) in the form of a disposable single use part and a base unit ( 4 ) in the form of a reusable part for coupling to the delivery unit ( 2 ), the delivery unit comprising a liquid flow system for pumping liquid from a drug vial or cartridge ( 3 ) received in the drug delivery device to an outlet of the device for transcutaneous administration of a liquid drug, the base unit including at least a power source and an electronic control system, the delivery unit and base units comprising a releasable locking mechanism including a locking shoulder ( 30 ) on the delivery unit that engages a complementary locking shoulder ( 34 ) on the base unit. The locking mechanism comprising an unlocking actuator that may be actuated to release the locking shoulder ( 30 ) from the complementary locking shoulder ( 34 ). The device further comprises a coupling member ( 8 b ) on the delivery unit that engages a complementary coupling member ( 8 a ) on the base unit, at least one of the coupling member and complementary coupling member comprising at least one elastic arm ( 10 ) with a protuberant portion ( 11 ) at a free end thereof, the protuberant portion ( 11 ) having a rearwardly inclined taper ( 13 ) that engages a complementary taper on a complementary protuberant latch portion ( 12 ) of the other of said coupling member and complementary coupling member, configured to provide a pulling force (F) between the base unit and the delivery unit to draw them together in a tight fit without play.

DRUG CASSETTE, AUTOINJECTOR, AND AUTOINJECTOR SYSTEM

A cassette for use with an injector has a housing, and a cassette identification arrangement (cassette ID) defining a code containing information about the cassette that is detectable and decipherable by an injector. The cassette may further have an integrated cassette syringe movably disposed within the housing, for holding a drug, and a locking arrangement for interlocking the integrated cassette syringe with the housing. The cassette may further have an aperture in the housing, and a cassette cap for removing a needle shield of the integrated cassette syringe. The cassette may have an anti-bending structure to prevent bending or flexing of the cassette cap. The injector may have a processor for controlling operational parameters of the injector and a detector communicatively coupled with the processor for detecting and communicating the cassette ID to the microprocessor to decipher the code defined therein. 1. A cassette for an injector , the cassette comprising:a housing; anda body member having a fluid chamber for containing a drug and an injection needle in fluid communication with the chamber, the body member moveable in the housing between a proximal position and a distal position.23-. (canceled)4. The cassette according to claim 1 , wherein the body member has an open distal end for allowing the injector to interface with a plunger-stopper disposed in the chamber.5. The cassette according to claim 1 , wherein the body member has a drive post for allowing the injector to interface with the body member.6. The cassette according to claim 1 , further comprising a locking arrangement for interlocking the body member with the housing claim 1 , the locking arrangement comprising a spring-biased member associated with one of the housing and the body member claim 1 , and a fixed member associated with the other one of the housing and the body member for interlocking with the spring-biased member.7. The cassette according to claim 6 , wherein the locking arrangement ...

Infusate caddy for a dialysis system

The invention relates to an infusate caddy for carrying, organizing, and operating infusate containers containing solutes for preparing dialysate and related fluids for use in dialysis. The infusate containers can be seated in the infusate caddy, and the infusate containers removed from the infusate caddy for restocking, cleaning, or resupply, as needed. The infusate caddy can be positioned or seated in a receiving compartment of a dialysis machine, and can also be removed, as needed, from the dialysis machine.

Breast pump

An electrically operated breast pump for pumping human breast milk comprises an electrical pump unit ( 15 ) and an electronic control unit ( 14 ) for controlling the pump unit ( 15 ). The pump unit ( 15 ) can be activated by the control unit ( 14 ) in a time-delayed manner. The breast pump according to the invention allows a stress-free start of the process of pumping breast milk in a simple manner.

SYRINGE PUMP WITH FLANGE CLAMP SENSOR

Syringe pumps are described herein. A syringe pump is disclosed comprising a syringe pump body, a flange clamp and a sensing switch. The syringe pump body defining a syringe body recess and a syringe plunger recess, wherein the syringe body recess and the syringe plunger recess are configured to cooperatively receive a syringe. The flange clamp is coupled to a mating surface of the syringe pump body disposed between the syringe body recess and the syringe plunger recess, wherein the flange clamp is configured to be spaced apart from the mating surface to receive a syringe flange of the syringe. The sensing switch extends through the mating surface, wherein the sensing switch is configured to be in a closed state when the flange clamp is in contact with the sensing switch and in an open state when the flange clamp is spaced apart from the sensing switch. 1. A syringe pump comprising:a syringe pump body defining a syringe body recess and a syringe plunger recess, wherein the syringe body recess and the syringe plunger recess are configured to cooperatively receive a syringe;a flange clamp coupled to a mating surface of the syringe pump body disposed between the syringe body recess and the syringe plunger recess, wherein the flange clamp is configured to be spaced apart from the mating surface to receive a syringe flange of the syringe; anda sensing switch extending through the mating surface, wherein the sensing switch is configured to be in a closed state when the flange clamp is in contact with the sensing switch and in an open state when the flange clamp is spaced apart from the sensing switch.2. The syringe pump of claim 1 , further comprising:a syringe clamp assembly coupled to the syringe pump body, wherein the syringe clamp assembly is rotatable to retain the syringe within the syringe body recess.3. The syringe pump of claim 2 , further comprising a body sensor coupled to the syringe clamp assembly and configured to detect a rotary position of the syringe ...

AUTOINJECTOR APPARATUS

An autoinjector apparatus is disclosed which comprises a single-use cassette and an autoinjector. The cassette comprises a housing and a sleeve movably disposed in the housing. A syringe may be disposed in the sleeve and secured therein with a lock cap. The lock cap is affixed to a distal end of the sleeve and contacts the distal end of the syringe. A shield remover extends through an opening in a proximal end of the housing for removing a needle shield which covers a needle of the syringe. A cassette identification arrangement is provided on a surface of the housing to enable the autoinjector to identify the cassette. The autoinjector is provided with a detector for reading the cassette identification arrangement. 1. A single-use cassette for use with an autoinjector , the cassette comprising:a housing;a sleeve disposed in the housing and movable between first and second positions, wherein the sleeve is capable of having a syringe disposed therein; anda lock cap for securing the syringe in the sleeve, the lock cap affixed to a distal end of the sleeve and capable of contact with the distal end of the syringe.2. The cassette of claim 1 , wherein the lock cap comprises an elastomeric bumper that is capable of contact with the distal end of the syringe.3. The cassette of claim 1 , wherein the inner sleeve comprises at least one receptacle at the distal end thereof and the lock cap comprises at least one arm member inserted into the receptacle.4. The cassette of claim 3 , wherein the at least one arm member of the lock cap comprises a barb arrangement for gripping an inner surface of the receptacle of the inner sleeve.5. The cassette of claim 1 , further comprising a syringe having a barrel and an injection needle disposed in the sleeve.6. The cassette of claim 1 , wherein the cassette further comprises a shield remover extending through an opening in a proximal end of the housing for removing a needle shield from the syringe.7. The cassette of claim 6 , wherein the ...

Coded collapsible drug reservoir

A coded collapsible drug reservoir and a drug delivery system including the coded collapsible drug reservoir. The drug reservoir includes a collapsible housing and a port in communication with the collapsible housing. The drug reservoir further includes a coding feature disposed on the drug reservoir, and the coding feature identifies the drug reservoir.

MODULAR DOSING ASSEMBLY OF MEDICAL SUBSTANCES

Systems, devices and method to establish fluid communication between vessels. A vessel having at least two entry ports and at least one exit port, and at least one container containing a dosing regimen, the at least one container configured to be received by one of the at least two entry ports of the vessel, whereby upon connection of the at least one container to the one of the at least two entry ports of the vessel, the dosing regimen in the at least one container is transferred into the vessel. Modular dosing system for adding at least one amount of a medicament to a preparation in a modular construction. System for displaying a dosing regimen or single amount of a medicament, so that the administrator of the amount is able to precisely ascertain the amount administered to a patient. 1. A syringe for intermixing beneficial substances , comprising:a syringe having at least two entry ports and at least one exit port, the at least two entry ports configured to receive at least two containers.2. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two entry ports abut the syringe.3. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two entry ports abut a wall of the syringe.4. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two entry ports are surface mounted to the syringe.5. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two entry ports are surface mounted to a wall of the syringe.6. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two entry ports are flush mounted to the syringe.7. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two entry ports are flush mounted to a wall of the syringe.8. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two entry ports are configured to directly receive the at least two containers.9. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two entry ports are configured to directly receive and engage the at least two containers.10. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the at least two containers abut the syringe upon engagement to the bag.11. The syringe of claim 1 ...

Modular dosing assembly of medical substances

Systems, devices and method to establish fluid communication between vessels. A vessel having at least two entry ports and at least one exit port, and at least one container containing a dosing regimen, the at least one container configured to be received by one of the at least two entry ports of the vessel, whereby upon connection of the at least one container to the one of the at least two entry ports of the vessel, the dosing regimen in the at least one container is transferred into the vessel. Modular dosing system for adding at least one amount of a medicament to a preparation in a modular construction. System for displaying a dosing regimen or single amount of a medicament, so that the administrator of the amount is able to precisely ascertain the amount administered to a patient.

Modular dosing assembly of medical substances

Systems, devices and method to establish fluid communication between vessels. A vessel having at least two entry ports and at least one exit port, and at least one container containing a dosing regimen, the at least one container configured to be received by one of the at least two entry ports of the vessel, whereby upon connection of the at least one container to the one of the at least two entry ports of the vessel, the dosing regimen in the at least one container is transferred into the vessel. Modular dosing system for adding at least one amount of a medicament to a preparation in a modular construction. System for displaying a dosing regimen or single amount of a medicament, so that the administrator of the amount is able to precisely ascertain the amount administered to a patient.

Infusion Pump with Program Key

A wearable infusion pump allows a user to insert a program key into the device housing to select a continuous dosage rate. The program keys are shaped to close contacts on a printed circuit board within the housing to communicate the selected dosage to a microprocessor. In this way, a single disposable pump, sold with one SKU, can be used to deliver a plurality of dosage rates. The disposable pump is provided with on-board display and one-button on-board user operable control. In preferred embodiments, the infusion pump according to the invention may be used for the continuous delivery of insulin in the management of Type II diabetes. 1. A wearable infusion pump , comprising:a housing having an on-board display, and within said housing a medication reservoir in fluid communication with the cannula;', 'an actuator operatively communicating with the reservoir;', 'a power source; and', 'a microprocessor operatively communicating with the power source, the on-board display, the insertion cannula and the actuator;, 'an insertion cannula;'} a program key insert aperture in the housing;', 'a program key received in the program key insert aperture; and', 'a printed circuit board having one or more contacts closed by the program key inserted in the program key insert aperture, operatively communicating with the microprocessor to set a dosage rate for the infusion pump., 'said infusion pump further comprising'}2. The wearable infusion pump according to claim 1 , further comprising a user operable switch causing the insertion cannula to be inserted into a patient's subcutaneous tissue.3. The wearable infusion pump according to claim 1 , wherein the reservoir is sized to continuously deliver 10 to 80 units of insulin per day for three days.4. The wearable infusion pump according to claim 1 , wherein the onboard display comprises separate light emitting diodes indicating: (a) ON/OFF state;(b) fill state of the reservoir; (c) basal rate set status; and (d) error condition.5. The ...

Nasal aerosol delivery system

A nasal delivery device can include a nasal prong and an activation member. The nasal prong can comprises an opening at a top and bottom portion of the prong to allow for the passage of an aerosolized treatment agent through the nasal prong. The activation member can be positioned on the nasal delivery device at a location that is spaced apart from the subject's oral cavity when the nasal prong is received into the nostril of the subject. The activation member can be configured to detect a desired exhalation state of the subject and upon detection of the desired exhalation state, the activation member activates the delivery of the aerosolized treatment agent.

Medication Injection Site and Data Collection System

A medication delivery apparatus for use with a medication container includes a housing, a fluid conduit at least partially extending within the housing and configured to deliver medication within the medication container to a patient, a medication port extending from the housing and configured to be coupled to a fluid outlet of the medication container, the medication port being fluidically coupled to the fluid conduit, and at least one sensor disposed within the housing to generate information characterizing administration of the medication for processing by a remote data collection system. The housing can have a size and shape that enables it to be supported by a first hand of a user while the user administers the medication from the medication container via the medication port using a second hand of the user. Related apparatus, systems, and techniques are also described. 1. A system comprising:a housing having a medication port configured to be fluidically coupled to a fluid outlet of a manually administrable medication container comprising medication for administration to a patient;a first identification sensor disposed within the housing to generate identification information indicative of contents of the medication container when the fluid outlet of the medication container is fluidically coupled or is being fluidically coupled to the medication port; anda second sensor disposed within the housing to detect information from a source other than the medication container that is associated with the administration of the contents of the medication container.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first identification sensor and the second sensor comprises: a near field communication (NFC) sensor or a proximity sensor.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second sensor further detects information on the medication container that is associated with the administration of the contents of the medication container.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE PACKS, TUBE ASSEMBLIES, SETS AND METHODS

Tracheostomy tubes () of different sizes or of other different characteristics are marked on their flange () with a band () of differing colours or patterns. Similarly, inner cannulae (30) for use with tubes of specific sizes have a marking () of the same colour or pattern. The tube () and inner cannula () are contained in a sealed pack () having a tray () with a peel-off seal sheet () that also bears a marking () of the same colour or pattern. The sealed pack () is contained within an outer cardboard carton () having an end flap () which is sealed by a label () of the same colour or pattern so that tubes of the desired characteristic can be easily selected. 114-. (canceled)15. A tracheostomy tube pack including an outer tracheostomy tube , an inner cannula adapted for removable insertion within the outer tube and packaging within which the outer tube and the inner cannula are enclosed , characterised in that the outer tracheostomy tube is provided with non-alphanumeric visible marking of a particular characteristic in a region of the tube visible externally of the patient when the tube is inserted in a patient and that is indicative of a property of the tube , and that the inner cannula and the packaging also are both provided with a corresponding marking of the same characteristic as that on the tube.16. A pack according to claim 15 , characterised in that the property of the tube is its size.17. A pack according to claim 15 , characterised in that the characteristic of the visible marking is its colour.18. A pack according to claim 16 , characterised in that the characteristic of the visible marking is its pattern.19. A pack according to claim 15 , characterised in that the region of the tube on which the marking is provided is a flange of the tube.20. A pack according to claim 15 , characterised in that the packaging includes a tray with a peel-off sealing sheet.21. A pack according to claim 20 , characterised in that the packaging includes an outer carton in ...

DRUG CASSETTE, AUTOINJECTOR, AND AUTOINJECTOR SYSTEM

A cassette for use with an injector has a housing, and a cassette identification arrangement (cassette ID) defining a code containing information about the cassette that is detectable and decipherable by an injector. The cassette may further have a sleeve movably disposed within the housing, for holding a drug container, and a locking arrangement for interlocking the sleeve with the housing. The cassette may further have an aperture in the housing, and a cassette cap for removing a needle shield of the drug container. The cassette may have an anti-bending structure to prevent bending or flexing of the cassette cap. The injector may have a processor for controlling operational parameters of the injector and a detector communicatively coupled with the processor for detecting and communicating the cassette ID to the microprocessor to decipher the code defined therein. Also, a method of injecting a drug into a patient with an injector, wherein the sequence of actions performed by the user are controlled. Still further, a method of treating a patient in need thereof wherein a cassette containing a drug is provided and administered to the patient using an injector. 1117-. (canceled)118. A cassette for an injector , the cassette comprising:a housing having an aperture;a drug container disposed in the housing, the drug container having an injection needle and a needle shield disposed over the injection needle;a cassette cap for removing the needle shield, the cassette cap comprising a generally cylindrical body portion and a key portion disposed adjacent to the cylindrical body portion, the cylindrical body portion engaging the needle shield, the cylindrical body portion having a portion extending through the aperture in the housing that can be gripped to withdraw the cassette cap from the housing to remove the needle shield; andan anti-bending structure to prevent bending or flexing of the cassette cap, the cassette cap having at least first member associated with the key ...

Devices, systems and methods for medicament delivery

An apparatus includes a movable member and a valve coupled to the movable member. The movable member is configured to be disposed within a housing of a medical device and has a first end portion and second end portion. A portion of the first end portion is configured to define a portion of a boundary of a gas chamber. The first end portion defines an opening configured to be in fluid communication between the gas chamber and an area outside the gas chamber. The second end portion is configured to be coupled to a needle configured to deliver a medicament into a body. The valve is configured to selectively allow fluid communication between the gas chamber and the area outside the gas chamber through the opening defined by the first end portion of the movable member.

NEBULISER WITH CODING MEANS

A nebuliser and a housing part removably connected thereto, each having a coding, are proposed. To increase the flexibility in the coding while using carry-over parts at least one of the coding means can be mounted in different defined positions on the nebuliser or the housing part removably connected thereto so that in each position a different coding is obtained in which the coding means match one another. 112325218325262730313231252627303132. Nebuliser () for a fluid () , into which a container () holding the fluid () can be inserted , having a pressure generator () for conveying and/or nebulising the fluid () and a housing part () which is removable for the insertion of the container () , coding means ( ,; ,; ,) being provided which cooperate such that the container () can only be inserted into the nebuliser () or used therewith when the coding means ( ,; ,; ,) have a matching coding ,characterised in{'b': 25', '26', '27', '30', '31', '32', '25', '26', '27', '30', '31', '32', '1', '3', '18, 'that at least one of the coding means (,; ,; ,) is mountable in different defined positions such that in each position a different coding is obtained in which the coding means (,; ,; ,) match one another or by which the coding of the nebulizer (), container () and/or housing part () is set.'}2253031252627303132126273225262730313218. Nebuliser according to claim 1 , characterised in that at least one ( claim 1 , claim 1 ,) of the coding means ( claim 1 ,; claim 1 ,; claim 1 ,) is mountable on the nebuliser () in different defined positions and at least one other ( claim 1 , claim 1 ,) of the coding means ( claim 1 ,; claim 1 ,; claim 1 ,) is mountable on the removable housing part () in different defined positions.3261826025125126025252250. Nebuliser according to claim 1 , characterised in that the at least one coding means () associated with the removable housing part () is configured in the manner of part of the wall of an imaginary hollow cylinder (H) claim 1 , the wall ...

NASAL DRY POWDER DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR VACCINES AND OTHER TREATMENT AGENTS

A nasal delivery device can include air-receiving section that has a first passageway therethrough to allow air to pass through the air-receiving section, a powder-reservoir receiving section sized to receive a powder reservoir, and a powder-delivery section that has a second passageway therethrough to allow aerosolized powder from the powder reservoir to pass through the powder-delivery section. The first passageway can have a first end and a second end, with the first end being further from the powder-reservoir receiving section and the second end being at or near the powder-reservoir receiving area. The second end of the air-receiving section can include a flattened region so that air exiting the air-receiving section has a generally flattened profile. 1. A nasal delivery device comprising:an air-receiving section that has a first passageway therethrough to allow air to pass through the air-receiving section;a powder-reservoir receiving section sized to receive a powder reservoir; and wherein the first passageway has a first end and a second end, the first end being further from the powder-reservoir receiving section and the second end being at or near the powder-reservoir receiving area, and', 'wherein the second end of the air-receiving section comprises a flattened region so that air exiting the air-receiving section has a generally flattened profile., 'a powder-delivery section that has a second passageway therethrough to allow aerosolized powder from the powder reservoir to pass through the powder-delivery section,'}2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the air-receiving section has a larger cross-sectional area than the second end.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the first end of the air-receiving section has a generally circular cross-sectional area.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the flattened region is at least partly defined by a curved sidewall.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the curved sidewall generally matches a respective ...

DRUG CASSETTE, AUTOINJECTOR, AND AUTOINJECTOR SYSTEM

A cassette for use with an injector has a housing, and a cassette identification arrangement (cassette ID) defining a code containing information about the cassette that is detectable and decipherable by an injector. The cassette may further have a sleeve movably disposed within the housing, for holding a drug container, and a locking arrangement for interlocking the sleeve with the housing. The cassette may further have an aperture in the housing, and a cassette cap for removing a needle shield of the drug container. The cassette may have an anti-bending structure to prevent bending or flexing of the cassette cap. The injector may have a processor for controlling operational parameters of the injector and a detector communicatively coupled with the processor for detesting and communicating the cassette ID to the microprocessor to decipher the code defined therein. Also, a method of injecting a drug into a patient with an injector, wherein the sequence of actions performed by the user are controlled. Still further, a method of treating a patient in need thereof wherein a cassette containing a drug is provided and administered to the patient using an injector. 1117.-. (canceled)118. A cassette for an injector , the cassette comprising:a housing;a sleeve movably disposed within the housing, the sleeve for directly or indirectly holding a drug container;a locking arrangement for interlocking the sleeve with the housing, the locking arrangement comprising a spring-biased member associated with one of the housing and the sleeve, and a fixed member associated with the other one of the housing and the sleeve for interlocking with the spring-biased member.119. The cassette according to claim 118 , wherein the locking arrangement further comprises a cam for unlocking the spring-biased and fixed members.120. The cassette according to claim 119 , wherein the cam is associated with the spring-biased member.121. The cassette according to claim 118 , wherein the spring-biased ...

CONNECTION AND ALIGNMENT DETECTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A medical device includes a first housing portion (FHP) and a second housing portion (SHP) configured to be to be movable relative to each other from a first position to operatively engage at a second position to couple at least one of a drive device and a needle-inserting device supported by one of the FHP and the SHP to a reservoir supported by the other of the FHP and the SHP. Electronic circuitry configured to detect at least one of a first magnetic interaction between a magnet and at least one of a first magnetically attractive material and a first magnet-responsive device and a second magnetic interaction between the magnet and at least one of a second magnetically attractive material and a second magnet-responsive device, and to provide a signal or a change in state in response to detecting at least one of the interactions. 1. A housing for a delivery system for delivering fluidic media to a user , comprising:a first housing portion to selectively operatively engage with and disengage from a second housing portion to be carried by the user, and to support a reservoir having an interior volume for containing the fluidic media, wherein the second housing portion supports a drive device such that upon the first housing portion and the second housing portion being operatively engaged, the reservoir is operatively coupled to the drive device; anda first interactive element supported on the first housing portion at a location to be interactable with a second interactive element supported on the second housing portion, wherein the first interactive element is a magnetic material, the second interactive element is a magnetic sensor, and a field direction of the magnetic material is sensed by the magnetic sensor.2. The housing of claim 1 , wherein the second housing portion includes circuitry to detect an interaction between the first interactive element and the second interactive element.3. The housing of claim 2 , wherein the circuitry provides a signal or a change ...

CONNECTION AND ALIGNMENT DETECTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A medical device includes a first housing portion (FHP) and a second housing portion (SHP) configured to be to be movable relative to each other from a first position to operatively engage at a second position to couple at least one of a drive device and a needle-inserting device supported by one of the FHP and the SHP to a reservoir supported by the other of the FHP and the SHP. Electronic circuitry configured to detect at least one of a first magnetic interaction between a magnet and at least one of a first magnetically attractive material and a first magnet-responsive device and a second magnetic interaction between the magnet and at least one of a second magnetically attractive material and a second magnet-responsive device, and to provide a signal or a change in state in response to detecting at least one of the interactions. 1. A delivery system for delivering fluidic media to a user , comprising:a first housing portion to be carried by the user;a second housing portion to selectively operatively engage with and disengage from the first housing portion, and to support a reservoir having an interior volume for containing the fluidic media;a drive device supported by the first housing portion such that upon the first housing portion and the second housing portion being operatively engaged, the reservoir is operatively coupled to the drive device;a first interactive element supported on the first housing portion, wherein the first interactive element is a magnetic sensor; anda second interactive element supported on the second housing portion at a location to be interactable with the first interactive element, wherein the second interactive element is a magnetic material, and a field direction of the magnetic material is sensed by the magnetic sensor.2. The delivery system of claim 1 , further including circuitry to detect an interaction between the first interactive element and the second interactive element.3. The delivery system of claim 2 , wherein the ...

Injectable Vascular Access Port With Discernable Markers for Identification

An improved injection port identification for injection ports implanted under the skin of a patient. The injection port has an x-ray discernable marker allowing for the determination of a pressure rating for the injection port when so implanted. A plurality of concurrent visual, RF, light emitting and sonic means for signaling the port's pressure rating are also employable to provide multiple concurrent affirmations of the port's readiness for high pressure injections. 1. An injection port for implantation under the skin of a patient , comprising:a body having an injectable reservoir for receiving fluid from a injection through a septum covering said reservoir;a first marker in a communicating mount with said injection port, said first marker formed of a marker material which is clearly discernable for shape from surrounding material in an X-ray image of said port when implanted in a patient; andsaid first marker when viewed upon said x-ray image of said injection port, providing means to discern a pressure rating of said injection port, without removing said pressure port from said implantation.2. The injection port of additionally comprising:said first marker formed of a nonferrous material including one or a combination of marker materials from a group including, nonferrous materials including nitenol, tungsten, titanium, stainless steel, teflon, silicone nitride, Zirconium, gadolinium oxysulfide, and inks formed of a bio-compatible carrier and one or a combination of said marker materials; andthe employment of such non-ferrous marker materials singularly or in combination providing means to minimize interaction of said injection port while implanted, with radiated energy during an MRI.3. The injection port of additionally comprising:said first marker having a non alphanumeric shape clearly identifiable in said x-ray image; andsaid shape discernible to indicate a pressure rating for said injection port to viewers speaking and reading any language.4. The injection ...

Low profile filter devices suitable for use in negative pressure wound therapy systems

A filter adaptor includes a body that defines an internal passageway disposed between an inlet and an outlet, the passageway configured to permit passage of a fluid in a first direction defined by the inlet and the outlet; and a filter disposed within the passageway and oriented to define a volumetric direction that is different than the first direction. Another filter adaptor includes a body that defines an internal passageway disposed between an inlet and an outlet, and a filter disposed within the passageway, wherein the filter comprises a gelling absorbent material that, when in a dry state, is permeable to gas and that, when contacted by an aqueous fluid, converts to a gel. Such filter adaptors may be used for negative pressure wound therapy, dressing, or as syringe filters.

MEDICAL INJECTOR WITH COMPLIANCE TRACKING AND MONITORING

A system includes a medicament delivery device and a container configured to receive at least a portion of the medicament delivery device. The medicament delivery device includes an actuator and a first electronic circuit system. The actuator is configured to initiate delivery of a medicament into a body when the actuator is moved from a first position to a second position. The first electronic circuit system is configured to output a first electronic signal when the actuator is moved from the first position to the second position. The container includes a second electronic circuit system configured to receive the first electronic signal. The second electronic circuit system is configured to output a second electronic signal associated with the first electronic signal. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a reusable injector housing defining an internal volume within which a medicament container assembly can be disposed, the medicament container assembly including at least a medicament container and a needle, the reusable injector housing including a retainer configured to matingly receive the medicament container assembly within the internal volume, the reusable injector housing configured to actuate the medicament container assembly to initiate delivery of a medicament when the reusable injector housing is manipulated; andan electronic circuit system coupled to the reusable injector housing, the electronic circuit system configured to receive identification information from an identification mechanism of the medicament container assembly, the electronic circuit system configured to produce a first output associated with the identification information, the electronic circuit system configured to produce a second output in response to the actuation of the medicament container assembly.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein:the reusable injector housing including an access member movably coupled to the reusable injector housing, the internal volume being accessible when the ...

AUTOINJECTOR APPARATUS

An autoinjector apparatus is disclosed which comprises a single-use cassette and an autoinjector. The cassette comprises a housing and a sleeve movably disposed in the housing. A syringe may be disposed in the sleeve and secured therein with a lock cap. The lock cap is affixed to a distal end of the sleeve and contacts the distal end of the syringe. A shield remover extends through an opening in a proximal end of the housing for removing a needle shield which covers a needle of the syringe. A cassette identification arrangement is provided on a surface of the housing to enable the autoinjector to identify the cassette. The autoinjector is provided with a detector for reading the cassette identification arrangement. 1. An apparatus for injection of a therapeutic product , the apparatus comprising:a cassette which conceals a syringe containing the therapeutic product; and a needle insertion and product extrusion drive arrangement; and', 'a door, movable between an open position, which allows insertion therein of the cassette, and a closed position, which allows alignment between the cassette and the needle insertion and product extrusion drive arrangement., 'an autoinjector comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cassette includes a mechanical structure that facilitates insertion of the cassette into the door in a correct orientation.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cassette includes indicia for facilitating insertion of the cassette into the door in a correct orientation.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cassette door includes indicia for indicating an insertion entry point for the cassette.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the door includes indicia for indicating an insertion entry point for the cassette.6. An autoinjector for injecting a therapeutic product contained within a syringe claim 1 , the syringe concealed within a cassette claim 1 , the autoinjector comprising:a motorized needle insertion and therapeutic product extrusion ...

RENAL THERAPY MACHINE AND METHOD INCLUDING A PRIMING SEQUENCE

A method for priming a renal therapy machine is disclosed. The method includes communicating a source of a physiologically compatible solution with a blood circuit and moving the physiologically compatible solution from the source to the blood circuit. The method also includes moving the physiologically compatible solution through the blood circuit to prime the blood circuit. The method further includes moving the physiologically compatible solution from the blood circuit though porous fibers of a blood filter, causing air to be purged from the blood circuit and into a dialysis fluid circuit portion of the blood filter. 1. A method for priming a renal therapy machine operable with a blood filter including a plurality of porous fibers , a blood circuit in communication with a blood compartment of the blood filter , and a dialysis fluid circuit portion in communication with a dialysis fluid compartment of the blood filter , the method comprising:communicating a source of a physiologically compatible solution with the blood circuit;moving the physiologically compatible solution from the source to the blood circuit;moving the physiologically compatible solution through the blood circuit to prime the blood circuit; andmoving the physiologically compatible solution from the blood circuit though the porous fibers of the blood filter, causing air to be purged from the blood circuit and into the dialysis fluid compartment of the blood filter.2. The method of claim 1 , which includes a blood pump operable with the blood circuit claim 1 , wherein the physiologically compatible solution is pumped by the blood pump through the porous fibers of the blood filter.3. The method of claim 1 , which includes a dialysis fluid pump operable with the dialysis fluid circuit claim 1 , the method further including priming the dialysis fluid circuit using dialysis fluid pumped by the dialysis fluid pump.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein moving the physiologically compatible solution from the ...

Smoking device

Apparatus and methods are described for use with a portion of plant material that includes at least one active ingredient. A vaporizing unit includes a heating element configured to heat the plant material, and a sensor configured to detect an indication of airflow rate through the vaporizing unit. Control circuitry is configured to receive an indication of the airflow rate through the vaporizing unit, and, in response thereto, to determine a smoking profile that is desired by the user. The control circuitry drives the heating element to vaporize the active ingredient of the plant material by heating the plant material according to the determined smoking profile. The control circuitry dynamically updates the smoking profile in response to changes in airflow rate over the course of a smoking session. Other applications are also described.

Nasal aerosol delivery system

A nasal delivery device can include a nasal prong and an activation member. The nasal prong can have an opening at a top and bottom portion of the prong to allow for the passage of an aerosolized treatment agent through the nasal prong. The activation member can be positioned on the nasal delivery device at a location that is spaced apart from the subject's oral cavity when the nasal prong is received into the nostril of the subject. The activation member can detect a desired exhalation state of the subject and upon detection of the desired exhalation state, the activation member activates the delivery of the aerosolized treatment agent.

COMBINATION OF A DRIP CHAMBER FOR USE IN A DRIP INFUSION SET

There is provided a combination of a drip chamber for use in a drip infusion set of the type comprising a liquid supply connected to said drip chamber upstream thereof and an injection needle connected through a tube to said drip chamber downstream thereof, and a drop sensor adapted for being arranged adjacent said drip chamber for sensing the passage of drops through said drip chamber. 2. A combination according to claim 1 , wherein said characterization means and said corresponding identification means are chosen from a group of characterization means and corresponding identification means comprising: 'a corresponding drop chamber surface adapted for engaging said drip chamber surface, said drip chamber surface deviating from a circular cylindrical configuration,', 'a) a specific drip chamber surface, and'} 'a correspondingly shaped recess of the second of said drip chamber and said drop sensor adapted for receiving said protuberance,', 'b) a specifically shaped protuberance of one of said drip chamber and said drop sensor and'} 'corresponding second electrical contacts forming part of said drop sensor, said drop sensor being provided with means to measure said resistance when said first and second contacts are interconnected,', 'c) an electrically conductive element forming part of said drip chamber and having a specific resistance between first two electrical contacts thereof and'} 'sensing means for sensing said specific information and forming part of said drop sensor,', 'd) an electrical circuit containing specific information regarding said drip chamber and forming part of said drip chamber, and'} 'RFID sensing means for sensing said RFID tag and forming part of said drop sensor,', 'e) an RFID tag containing specific information regarding said drip chamber and forming part of said drip chamber, and'} 'a bar code reader for reading said bar code and forming part of said drop sensor,', 'f) a bar code containing specific information regarding said drip chamber ...

Infusion system for preventing mischanneling of multiple medicaments

Exemplary embodiments provide a multi-medicament infusion system ( 10 ) for preventing the mischanneling of medicaments. The system may include an infusion pump ( 12 ), medicament reservoirs ( 16 A, 16 B), a multi-channel lumen ( 18 ), and an infusion set ( 20 ). The medicament reservoirs may be sized and shaped differently such that the medicament reservoirs can only be inserted into the infusion pump in a unique configuration. The multi-channel lumen may include connectors that mate to corresponding connectors on the infusion pump and the infusion set only in a unique configuration. Because the various parts of the multi-infusion system may only be connected in the unique configuration, the expected medicaments may be administered appropriately and channeled to the correct infusion sites.

Accessory Device with Snap Feature

A logging device adapted to be attached to a pen drug delivery device () and capture a property value related to the dose amount of drug expelled from the drug delivery device during an expelling event, the logging device comprising a bore in which a snap lock with a flexible wire portion is arranged circumferentially in the bore, the wire being adapted to be moved laterally by a projection on the pen device and subsequently snap inwardly when the pen device is inserted axially in the bore. In this way an axial snap lock is provided between the logging device and the drug delivery device.

Connector with Seal Element and Adapted Connector Parts

Certain aspects of the invention relate to a connector including at least one first connector part and at least one second connector part. The connector parts can be connected to one another in a fluid-tight manner and can be locked to one another via at least one closure element. One of the connector parts has at least one sealing element (e.g., a septum or a sealing disk) that blocks a throughflow in the closed state and which can be opened, and the other one of the connector parts has at least one opening element for opening the sealing element. One of the connector parts has at least one projection and the other one of the connector parts has at least one receiver, and the opening element and the sealing element are arranged with respect to one another such that the opening element only opens the sealing element when the projection has been introduced into the receiver. 115-. (canceled)16. A medical fluid line connector comprising:a base;a conduit portion having a peripheral sidewall extending axially from the base; and a slot extending radially through a sidewall portion of the shroud, the slot having a first segment that extends axially from a distal end of the shroud toward a proximal end of the shroud, and a second segment that extends circumferentially from the first segment of the slot , and', 'a recess that extends circumferentially along an inner surface of the sidewall portion of the shroud, the recess extending proximally from the distal end of the shroud, the recess being distal to the second segment of the slot,', 'wherein the slot is configured to receive a radially extending bayonet pin of a complementary connector, the recess is configured to axially receive a radially extending projection of the complementary connector and to allow the projection to slide circumferentially within the recess, and the slot and the recess are arranged such that the bayonet pin slides axially into a proximal end of the first segment of the slot as the projection is ...

DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEDICAMENT DELIVERY

A method includes moving an actuation lock of a medical injector from a first position to a second position. The actuation lock has an extended portion disposed between a shoulder of a housing and the base when the actuation lock is in the first position. The extended portion is spaced apart from the base when the actuation lock is in the second position. A distal end portion of a base, which is movably coupled to an end portion of the housing, is placed into contact with a body. The base is actuated after the placing to release an energy from an energy storage member within the housing to produce a force to move a needle from a first needle position to a second needle position. At least a portion of the needle extends through the base when the needle is in the second needle position. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a housing;a medicament container disposed within the housing;a plunger having a distal end configured to move within the medicament container between a first position and a second position in response to a first force;a needle coupled to the medicament container;a needle sheath covering the needle; anda sheath retainer configured to be disposed about at least a portion of the needle sheath, the sheath retainer including a grip surface configured to receive a second force to move the sheath retainer in a distal direction relative to the housing, the sheath retainer including a retaining tab that engages the needle sheath and is configured to transfer at least a portion of the second force to the needle sheath when the sheath retainer is moved in the distal direction, the sheath retainer including a lock protrusion configured to engage the housing to resist movement of the sheath retainer in the distal direction.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the needle sheath covering the needle is configured to maintain sterility of the needle.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the medicament container contains epinephrine.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Devices, systems and methods for medicament delivery

A method includes moving an actuation lock of a medical injector from a first position to a second position. The actuation lock has an extended portion disposed between a shoulder of a housing and the base when the actuation lock is in the first position. The extended portion is spaced apart from the base when the actuation lock is in the second position. A distal end portion of a base, which is movably coupled to an end portion of the housing, is placed into contact with a body. The base is actuated after the placing to release an energy from an energy storage member within the housing to produce a force to move a needle from a first needle position to a second needle position. At least a portion of the needle extends through the base when the needle is in the second needle position.

Connection and alignment detection systems and methods

A medical device includes a first housing portion (FHP) and a second housing portion (SHP) configured to be to be movable relative to each other from a first position to operatively engage at a second position to couple at least one of a drive device and a needle-inserting device supported by one of the FHP and the SHP to a reservoir supported by the other of the FHP and the SHP. Electronic circuitry configured to detect at least one of a first magnetic interaction between a magnet and at least one of a first magnetically attractive material and a first magnet-responsive device and a second magnetic interaction between the magnet and at least one of a second magnetically attractive material and a second magnet-responsive device, and to provide a signal or a change in state in response to detecting at least one of the interactions.

DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR MEDICAMENT DELIVERY

Certain exemplary embodiments comprise can comprise an auto-injector, which can comprise: a vial configured to store and/or contain an injectable medicament, the vial defining a vial longitudinal axis, and a housing comprising the vial. In various embodiments, the injectable medicament can be a medicine, medication, drug, pharmaceutical, prescriptive, agent, antidote, anti-venom, hormone, stimulant, vasodilator, anesthetic, and/or nutritional supplement that is substantially ready for injection. 1. A method of training a user in the operation of a medical injector , the method comprising:activating an electronic circuit system to output a recorded speech output, the electronic circuit system coupled to a housing associated with the medical injector, the recorded speech output associated with a first instruction;removing a safety lock from the housing, the safety lock configured to limit movement of a base when the safety lock is coupled to the housing, a first switch of the electronic circuit system being actuated when the safety lock is removed, the electronic circuit system producing a second instruction when the first switch is actuated;placing, after the removing the safety lock, the base against a target location; and moving, after the placing, the base from a first position to a second position relative to the housing, a portion of the base actuating a second switch of the electronic circuit system when the base is moved to the second position, the electronic circuit system producing a third instruction when the second switch is actuated.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the activating the electronic circuit system includes manipulating a button coupled to the housing; andthe moving the base is performed independently from the manipulating the button.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the recorded speech output is a first recorded speech output; andthe second instruction includes a second recorded speech output that identifies the base coupled to the housing ...

DUAL ZONE SYRINGE FOR PHARMACEUTICAL DELIVERY DEVICE

A syringe for use in a pharmaceutical delivery system is described. The syringe is a dual zone syringe having a working zone including a fluid reservoir at a distal end of the syringe and a non-working zone configured to receive a slidable plunger assembly, an a plunger having a proximal end to contact a piston and a distal end having a shape similar to the distal end of the syringe. The plunger comprises a distal seal and a proximal seal, where the distal seal seals the working zone and the proximal seal seals the non-working zone.

RENAL THERAPY MACHINE AND SYSTEM INCLUDING A PRIMING SEQUENCE

A renal therapy machine includes a blood filter including a plurality of porous fibers; a blood circuit in communication with the blood filter; and a dialysate circuit in communication with the blood filter and operable with at least one pump, wherein the renal therapy machine is configured to perform a priming sequence in which a physiologically compatible solution, other than dialysate, primes the blood circuit and is flowed within the fibers and through pores in the fibers of the blood filter, and the pump of the dialysate circuit vents air from the blood filter into the dialysate circuit. 1. A renal therapy machine comprising:a blood filter including a plurality of porous fibers;a blood circuit in communication with the blood filter; anda dialysate circuit in communication with the blood filter and operable with at least one pump,wherein the renal therapy machine is configured to perform a priming sequence in which a physiologically compatible solution, other than dialysate, primes the blood circuit and is flowed within the fibers and through pores in the fibers of the blood filter, and the pump of the dialysate circuit vents air from the blood filter into the dialysate circuit.2. The renal therapy machine of claim 1 , wherein the pump operable with the dialysate circuit is a spent dialysate pump.3. The renal therapy machine of claim 1 , wherein the physiologically compatible solution claim 1 , other than dialysate claim 1 , is flowed through pores in the fibers of the blood filter and fills a housing of the blood filter holding the porous fibers.4. The renal therapy machine of claim 1 , wherein the physiologically compatible solution claim 1 , other than dialysate claim 1 , is flowed through the pores in the fibers of the blood filter and into the dialysate circuit.5. The renal therapy machine of claim 4 , wherein the physiologically compatible solution claim 4 , other than dialysate claim 4 , flowed into the dialysate circuit purges air from the dialysate ...

HEMODIALYSIS SYSTEM INCLUDING A DISPOSABLE SET AND A DIALYSIS INSTRUMENT

A hemodialysis system is disclosed. The hemodialysis system includes a disposable set including a blood pumping tube, a fresh dialysate pumping tube, and a spent dialysate pumping tube. The hemodialysis system also includes a dialysis instrument including a blood pump head, a fresh dialysate pump head, a spent dialysate pump head, a first motor positioned and arranged to operate the blood pump head, a second motor positioned and arranged to operate the fresh dialysate pump head, and a third motor positioned and arranged to operate the spent dialysate pump head. When the disposable set is loaded into the dialysis instrument, the blood pumping tube comes into registry with the blood pump head, the fresh dialysate pumping tube comes into registry with the fresh dialysate pump head, and spent dialysate pumping tube comes into registry with the spent dialysate pump head. 1. A hemodialysis system comprising:a disposable set including a blood pumping tube, a fresh dialysate pumping tube, and a spent dialysate pumping tube; and a blood pump head,', 'a fresh dialysate pump head,', 'a spent dialysate pump head,', 'a first motor positioned and arranged to operate the blood pump head,', 'a second motor positioned and arranged to operate the fresh dialysate pump head,', 'a third motor positioned and arranged to operate the spent dialysate pump head, and', 'an interface for receiving the disposable set to enable the disposable set to be loaded into the dialysis instrument such that the blood pumping tube comes into registry with the blood pump head, the fresh dialysate pumping tube comes into registry with the fresh dialysate pump head, and spent dialysate pumping tube comes into registry with the spent dialysate pump head, and', 'a door providing access to the interface,, 'a dialysis instrument including'}wherein when the door is moved to a closed position, the blood pumping tube is operable with the blood pump head, the fresh dialysate pumping tube is operable with the fresh ...

SAFE OPERATION OF INTEGRATED NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND TREATMENT APPARATUSES

Disclosed herein are systems and methods for safe operation of a wound treatment apparatus with electronic components integrated on or within a wound dressing. In some embodiments, the electronic components include a power source, an isolation circuit, a controller, a capacitor, and a negative pressure source. The isolation circuit provides multiple activation states with at least one state preventing application of power to the other electronic components capable of storing electrical energy, thereby providing a safe operation of the apparatus. For example, sterilization of the apparatus can be performed safely. 1. A negative pressure wound therapy system comprising:a wound dressing configured to be placed over a wound of a patient;a source of negative pressure disposed on or within the dressing, the source of negative pressure configured to provide negative pressure to the wound; and a controller configured to operate the source of negative pressure;', 'a power source configured to supply power to the electronic circuit; and', 'an isolation circuit in electrical communication with the power source and the controller, the isolation circuit configured to operate in a first state in which the isolation circuit prevents application of power to the controller and in a second state in which the isolation circuit permits application of power to the controller, the isolation circuit comprising an activation switch configured to be activated and to cause the isolation circuit to operate in the second state., 'an electronic circuit disposed on or within the dressing, the electronic circuit comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the activation switch is activated by a tab configured to be removed by a user claim 1 , and wherein activation of the activation switch causes the isolation circuit to operate in the second state.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the activation switch is configured to remain activated following removal of the tab.4. The system of claim 2 , ...

OXYGEN ENHANCED EXERCISE AND REST SYSTEM

The present invention provides methods and systems for a breathing system, comprising breathing apparatus having a rigid base structure having a top portion, a bottom portion, an internal surface, and an external surface, wherein the top portion contains an arcuate section for covering a user's nose and the bottom portion is wider than the top portion for covering a user's mouth, the base structure contains an outer edge. A facepiece is engaged to the outer edge of the base structure and surrounds the base structure. A side passageway is disposed on a side of the base structure and is surrounded by a rim on the external surface of the base structure that extends outwardly from the external surface. A hose attachment device is selectively secured to the rim. The system also includes a storage device, and an oxygen supply. 1. A breathing apparatus , comprising:a rigid base structure having a top portion, a bottom portion, an internal surface, and an external surface, wherein the top portion contains an arcuate section for covering a user's nose and the bottom portion is wider than the top portion for covering a user's mouth, the base structure contains an outer edge;a facepiece is engaged to the outer edge of the base structure and surrounds the base structure;a side passageway is disposed on a side of the base structure and is surrounded by a rim on the external surface of the base structure that extends outwardly from the external surface; anda hose attachment device is selectively secured to the rim.2. The breathing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the rim contains a first end and a second end claim 1 , the first end is engaged to the base structure and the second end contains an upper edge and an opening claim 1 , the rim has an internal surface which allows oxygen to flow and an external surface containing at least one key near the upper edge.3. The breathing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the rim contains a first end and a second end claim 1 , ...

Systems and Methods for Pre-Stationing and Regulating Access to Emergency Medical Supplies

Systems and methods for pre-stationing and regulating access to emergency medical supplies, by a bystander. The system includes a supply box having medical supplies, a processor, a network interface in communication with the processor, and a keycode receiving device for receiving a keycode associated with the supply box, as well as control software in communication with the network interface of the supply box and at least one database for storing the keycode associated with the supply box. The method includes steps for ultimately enabling the bystander to access the medical supplies for use in response to the emergency.

E-VAPING DEVICE WITH FIRST-TYPE CONSUMABLE AND SECOND-TYPE CONSUMABLE

The e-vaping device includes a first housing, a chamber defined within the first housing, a first structure and a second structure that interface with the chamber, the first structure is configured to accept at least one first-type consumable within the chamber and the second structure is configured to receive at least one second-type consumable within the chamber. 1. An e-vaping device , comprising:a first housing;a chamber defined within the first housing;a first structure and a second structure that interface with the chamber, the first structure is configured to accept at least one first-type consumable within the chamber and the second structure is configured to receive at least one second-type consumable within the chamber.2. The e-vaping device of claim 1 , wherein the chamber is configured to prevent an insertion of more than one consumable into the chamber at a time.3. The e-vaping device of claim 1 , whereinthe first structure and the second structure are positioned within the chamber, andthe first structure and the second structure differ in at least one of a shape, a size and a position.4. The e-vaping device of claim 1 , wherein the first structure includes a first-type recess defined by an end-wall of the chamber and the second structure includes a second-type recess defined by the end-wall.5. The e-vaping device of claim 1 , wherein the first structure includes a first annular recess defined by an end-wall of the chamber and the second structure includes a second annular recess defined by the end-wall claim 1 , the second annular recess being concentrically positioned within the first annular recess.6. The e-vaping device of claim 1 , wherein the first structure and the second structure include slits that are at least one of defined in the first housing claim 1 , defined in an interior wall of the chamber claim 1 , or combinations thereof.7. The e-vaping device of claim 1 , whereinthe first structure defines a first-shaped cavity in the chamber,the ...

Device and method for setting therapeutic parameters for an infusion device

Embodiments are directed to infusion devices, systems, and methods to detect a capacity of a collapsible fluid reservoir of an infusion cartridge and/or a volume of a fluid disposed in the collapsible fluid reservoir or some other parameters of the infusion cartridge, and setting corresponding therapeutic parameters of an infusion device. Embodiments may include, obtaining data on the volume of fluid in the collapsible fluid reservoir, analyzing the obtained data to determine the setting of therapeutic parameters, and setting one or more therapeutic parameters of an infusion device.

Medication error detection system

Various embodiments are provided herein for checking proper inclusion and sequencing of drug modules in a combinatorial drug delivery device.

Medication Dose Preparation and Transfer System

Apparatus, systems, methods and articles are described to prepare and track medications and medication containers as they are prepared, administered to patients and, in some cases, disposed of. Information such as medication type, concentration, and volume are associated with medication containers during preparation and this information can later be consumed/utilized when administering the medication from a container to a patient. Disposing of any remaining medication can also be tracked. 1. An apparatus for transferring medication , comprising:a housing having a fluid channel; andat least one identification sensor disposed within the housing configured to sense an information transfer element on a medication container, the information transfer element on the medication container associated with a medication within the medication container.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a communication module to transmit information obtained by and/or derived from the at least one identification sensor to a remote computing system.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a medication container port at an end of the fluid channel;a medication container coupling configured to fluidically couple the medication container to the medication container port.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the information transfer element includes at least one of an optical source claim 1 , a magnetic source claim 1 , a mechanical source claim 1 , a switchable RFID source claim 1 , a conductive source claim 1 , and a proximity source.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the information transfer element comprises a magnetically detectable strip.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the information transfer element comprises a plurality of ridges and valleys facilitating detection by a micro-switch.7. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the information transfer element comprises an RFID tag claim 4 , wherein the RFID tag is open prior to connection to the apparatus and wherein ...

Fluidics cassette for ocular surgical system

Methods, devices, and systems for laser eye surgery generally make use of a console that interchangeably accepts multiple types of eye treatment cassettes. The cassettes enable one or both of displacement-based or vacuum-based aspiration. The console and the cassette may communicate to establish the functionality of the installed cassette by utilizing a component indigenous to the operation of the cassette. A dual-mode cassette may include a separable holding tank for enabling vacuum-based aspiration. A displacement-based pump may be provided to drain the holding tank while the vacuum system continues to aspirate fluids. A vacuum sensor for controlling the flow of aspirated fluids may have three ports for communicating with a handpiece, a displacement-based pump, a vacuum-based pump, or an irrigation source. The handpiece may be vented during vacuum-based aspiration by opening a vent valve interposed between the handpiece and the vacuum source.

Cassete de bomba y métodos para uso en sistema de tratamiento médico mediante el uso una pluralidad de lineas de fluido.

Un casete para manejo de fluido como el que se usa con un dispositivo ciclador de APD u otro aparato de infusión puede incluir un cuerpo generalmente plano que tiene al menos una cámara de bomba formada como una depresión en un primer lado del cuerpo y una pluralidad de trayectorias de flujo para fluido que incluye un canal; un puerto de línea al paciente puede disponerse para conexión a una línea al paciente y estar en comunicación de fluido con la al menos una cámara de bomba mediante al menos una trayectoria de flujo, y una membrana opcional puede fijarse al primer lado del cuerpo sobre la al menos una cámara de bomba; en una modalidad, la membrana puede tener una porción de cámara de bomba con una forma no presionada que generalmente se adapta a la depresión de la cámara de bomba en el cuerpo y se dispone para moverse con el movimiento de fluido en el espacio utilizable del cámara de bomba; uno o más separadores pueden proveerse en la cámara de bomba para prevenir que una membrana de la bomba entre en contacto con una pared interior de la cámara de bomba; se pueden posicionar líneas al paciente, de drenado y/o calentador para ocluirse por separado en relación con una o más líneas de solución que se conectan al casete.

Detection system for flow control apparatus

A flow control apparatus adapted to receive a feeding set includes a housing capable of receiving at least a portion of the feeding set. A pumping device is supported by the housing and positioned to contact the feeding set when the feeding set is received by the housing so the pumping device acts on the feeding set to produce fluid flow in the feeding set for delivery of fluid to a subject. An ultrasonic sensor is supported by the housing and arranged with respect to the pumping device to produce a sensor signal indicative of a viscosity of the fluid delivered through the feeding set. A control circuit is in communication with the ultrasonic sensor for receiving the sensor signal from the sensor indicative of the viscosity of the fluid and in communication with the pumping device to control operation thereof.

Fluidics cassette for ocular surgical system

Methods, devices, and systems for laser eye surgery generally make use of a console that interchangeably accepts multiple types of eye treatment cassettes. The cassettes enable one or both of displacement-based or vacuum-based aspiration. The console and the cassette may communicate to establish the functionality of the installed cassette by utilizing a component indigenous to the operation of the cassette. A dual-mode cassette may include a separable holding tank for enabling vacuum-based aspiration. A displacement-based pump may be provided to drain the holding tank while the vacuum system continues to aspirate fluids. A vacuum sensor for controlling the flow of aspirated fluids may have three ports for communicating with a handpiece, a displacement-based pump, a vacuum-based pump, or an irrigation source. The handpiece may be vented during vacuum-based aspiration by opening a vent valve interposed between the handpiece and the vacuum source.

Fluidics cassette for ocular surgical system

Methods, devices, and systems for laser eye surgery generally make use of a console that interchangeably accepts multiple types of eye treatment cassettes. The cassettes enable one or both of displacement-based or vacuum-based aspiration. The console and the cassette may communicate to establish the functionality of the installed cassette by utilizing a component indigenous to the operation of the cassette. A dual-mode cassette may include a separable holding tank for enabling vacuum-based aspiration. A displacement-based pump may be provided to drain the holding tank while the vacuum system continues to aspirate fluids. A vacuum sensor for controlling the flow of aspirated fluids may have three ports for communicating with a handpiece, a displacement-based pump, a vacuum-based pump, or an irrigation source. The handpiece may be vented during vacuum-based aspiration by opening a vent valve interposed between the handpiece and the vacuum source.

CASSETTE FOR PHAKOEMULSIFICATION WITH AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION

Fluidics cassette for ocular surgical system

Methods, devices, and systems for laser eye surgery generally make use of a console that interchangeably accepts multiple types of eye treatment cassettes. The cassettes enable one or both of displacement-based or vacuum-based aspiration. The console and the cassette may communicate to establish the functionality of the installed cassette by utilizing a component indigenous to the operation of the cassette. A dual-mode cassette may include a separable holding tank for enabling vacuum-based aspiration. A displacement-based pump may be provided to drain the holding tank while the vacuum system continues to aspirate fluids. A vacuum sensor for controlling the flow of aspirated fluids may have three ports for communicating with a handpiece, a displacement-based pump, a vacuum-based pump, or an irrigation source. The handpiece may be vented during vacuum-based aspiration by opening a vent valve interposed between the handpiece and the vacuum source.

Personal hemodialysis system

A dialysis machine includes a dialysis instrument having a pump actuator and first and second valve actuators, and a disposable cassette operable with the dialysis instrument, the disposable cassette including a pump portion operable with the pump actuator, first and second valve chambers operable with the first and second valve actuators, the first and second valve chambers communicating fluidly with each other, at least the first valve chamber communicating fluidly with a compliance chamber, the compliance chamber negating a first backpressure due to a pneumatic closing pressure used to close the first valve chamber to help to ensure the pneumatic pressure applied to the first valve chamber will close the first valve chamber against a second backpressure from an existing closure of the second valve chamber.

Cassette identification system for use with a multi-program drug infusion pump

A identification system for a cassette pump wherein a plurality of different types of cassettes administer different types of drugs, and each type of cassette is characterized by a different type determinative indicia carried by the cassette, and the cassette pump includes a prime mover for actuating the plurality of different types of cassettes corresponding number of different operating modes, each operating mode being used with a corresponding different type of cassette, wherein the pump-cassette interface for receiving and actuating each of the different types of cassettes includes a sensor disposed at the pump-cassette interface, and when the sensor is engaged by the type determinative indicia of a cassette, the pump is able to identify the particular type cassette inserted into the pump, and initiate the operating mode of the pump associated with the specific type of cassette positioned at the pump-cassette interface.

Medical irrigation pump and system

A medical irrigation pump and pump system utilize a permanent non-sterile drive motor capable of operating disposable sterile single use pump units each of which is specifically designed for a particular medical procedure. The pump units have housing which are adapted to be interchangeable within the permanent controller system. Only the sterilized and disposable pump units come into contact with the fluid pathway during pumping. A pattern of bumps on each pump unit is unique for the medical procedure for which the pump unit was designed. The pattern of bumps engages switches on the controller, enabling the controller to identify what type of pump unit has been installed. After automatically identifying the type of pump unit and the intended medical procedure, the controller automatically selects a default motor speed that will provide an appropriate fluid pressure for that particular procedure. Buttons on a control panel also enable the user to manually adjust the pressure delivered by the pump. The orientation of the pump unit during the loading procedure allows easy purging of all air from the pump unit before the pump is started.

Administration feeding set and flow control apparatus with secure loading features

An administration feeding set for use with a flow control apparatus to deliver fluid from at least one fluid source to a patient. The feeding set includes tubing adapted to extend from the fluid source for flow of fluid through the tubing from the fluid source toward a patient. A locating finger projects outwardly from the tubing and is positioned on the tubing so that when received on the flow control apparatus in an operating position the finger permits a locating member of the flow control apparatus to close. However, when the tubing is received on the flow control apparatus in a non-operating position the finger does not permit the locating member to close thereby to verify whether the tubing is in the operating position on the flow control apparatus.

Systems and methods for cassette identification for drug pumps

The present invention concerns a pump provided with a control module and an attachable fluid reservoir cassette. The control module includes a pumping mechanism for pumping fluid from the fluid reservoir to the patient. The cassette is provided with appropriate indicia to identify differences between a plurality of cassettes. The control module further includes cassette indicia identification structure for identifying indicia on the cassette. One type of cassette identification system includes a projection extending from the cassette and structure associated with the control module which engages the projection. Another type of cassette identification system includes a light reflecting system which utilizes light from the control module and reflected off the cassette. Still other types of cassette identification systems utilize other non-contact switches or sensors to sense indicia on the cassette to identify the cassette from a plurality of cassettes.

Automated phaco pack bar code reader identification

An automated phaco pack identification system in accordance with the present invention generally includes a cartridge or cassette assembly for handling irrigation and aspiration fluids to and from a surgical handpiece, a control console having a drawer or other means for receiving and engaging the cartridge assembly, a computer, and control apparatus, in communication with the computer, for regulating irrigation and aspiration fluid flow. Importantly, the present invention also includes, for example, a bar code element disposed on the cartridge and a bar code reader disposed in the control console for providing an active interface between the cartridge and the computer. The communication feature functions to automatically provide cartridge characteristics, such as serial number and history of the cartridge, through the computer and to a visual display monitor for retrieval by a user of the present invention.

Disposable components for fluid line autoconnect systems and methods

Components for a medical infusion fluid handling system, such as an APD system, in which one or more lines ( 30 ) (such as solution lines), spikes ( 160 ) or other connection ports may be automatically capped and/or de-capped. This feature may provide advantages, such as a reduced likelihood of contamination since no human interaction is required to de-cap and connect the lines, spikes or other connections. For example, a fluid handling cassette ( 24 ) may include one or more caps ( 63 ) that cover a corresponding spike ( 160 ) and include a raised and/or recessed feature to assist in removal of the cap from the cassette. A solution line cap ( 31 ) may include a hole and recess, groove or other feature to engage with a spike cap enable removal of the cap.

Fluid volume determination for medical treatment system

A volume of fluid moved by a pump, such as a pump in an APD system, may be determined without direct measurement of the fluid, such as by flow meter, weight, etc. For example, a volume of a pump chamber ( 181 ) (having a movable element that varies the volume of the pump chamber) may be determined by measuring pressure in the pump chamber and a reference chamber, both while the two chambers are isolated from each other, and after the two chambers are fluidly connected so that pressures in the chambers may equalize. Equalization of the pressures may be assumed to occur in an adiabatic way, e.g., a mathematical model of the system that is based on an adiabatic pressure equalization process may be used to determine the pump chamber volume. In one embodiment, pressures measured after the chambers are fluidly connected may be measured at a time before complete pressure equalization has occurred, and thus the pressures for the pump and reference chambers measured after the chambers are fluidly connected may be unequal, yet still be used to determine the pump chamber volume.

Hemodialysis system including a disposable set and a dialysis instrument

A hemodialysis system is disclosed. The hemodialysis system includes a disposable set including a blood pumping tube, a fresh dialysate pumping tube, and a spent dialysate pumping tube. The hemodialysis system also includes a dialysis instrument including a blood pump head, a fresh dialysate pump head, a spent dialysate pump head, a first motor positioned and arranged to operate the blood pump head, a second motor positioned and arranged to operate the fresh dialysate pump head, and a third motor positioned and arranged to operate the spent dialysate pump head. When the disposable set is loaded into the dialysis instrument, the blood pumping tube comes into registry with the blood pump head, the fresh dialysate pumping tube comes into registry with the fresh dialysate pump head, and spent dialysate pumping tube comes into registry with the spent dialysate pump head.

Personal hemodialysis system

A dialysis machine method includes in an embodiment applying a pneumatic closing pressure to a first valve chamber and arranging a compliance chamber to flex and absorb energy from the pneumatic closing pressure so as to tend to prevent the pneumatic closing pressure from opening an existing closure of a second valve chamber.

Renal therapy machine and method including a priming sequence

A method for priming a renal therapy machine is disclosed. The method includes communicating a source of a physiologically compatible solution with a blood circuit and moving the physiologically compatible solution from the source to the blood circuit. The method also includes moving the physiologically compatible solution through the blood circuit to prime the blood circuit. The method further includes moving the physiologically compatible solution from the blood circuit though porous fibers of a blood filter, causing air to be purged from the blood circuit and into a dialysis fluid circuit portion of the blood filter.

Hemodialysis system having clamping mechanism for peristaltic pumping

A hemodialysis system including (i) an instrument; (ii) first and second peristaltic dialysate pumps operated by the instrument; (iii) a cassette including a rigid structure and first and second dialysate pumping tubes carried by the rigid structure; and (iv) a mechanism configured to initially allow the cassette to be accepted by the dialysis instrument after which the mechanism engages the first and second dialysate pumping tubes for operation with the first and second peristaltic dialysate pumps.

Hemodialysis system with cassette and pinch clamp

A hemodialysis system includes (i) blood tubing; (ii) a peristaltic blood pump contacting the blood tubing to pump blood through the blood tubing; (iii) a dialyzer in fluid communication with the blood tubing; (iv) first and second peristaltic dialysate pumps; (v) a dialysate heater; (vi) a plurality of pinch valves; and (vii) a cassette including a rigid structure, a heating portion, first and second dialysate pumping tubes, and a plurality of incoming tubes, the rigid structure when the cassette is mounted for operation orienting (a) the heating portion adjacent to the dialysate heater so that dialysate can be heated by the dialysate heater, (b) the first and second dialysate pumping tubes adjacent to the first and second peristaltic dialysate pumps, and (c) the plurality of incoming tubes adjacent to the plurality of pinch valves to enable the tubes to be individually closed by the pinch valves.

Personal hemodialysis system including priming sequence and methods of same

A dialysis machine includes a blood circuit, a dialysate circuit, and a dialyzer placed in communication with the blood circuit and the dialysate circuit. The dialysis machine includes a priming sequence in which dialysate is used to prime a first portion of the dialysate circuit and a physiologically compatible solution, other than dialysate, is used to prime a second portion of the dialysate circuit, the dialyzer and the blood circuit.

Dialysis system including heparin injection

A dialysis system includes a dialysis instrument including a blood pump actuator, a dialyzer, a heparin pump, and a disposable cassette including a blood pumping portion operable with the blood pump actuator of the dialysis instrument, the blood pumping portion including an inlet and an outlet, the inlet of the blood pumping portion of the disposable cassette positioned and arranged to receive blood from an arterial line of an extracorporeal circuit, the outlet of the blood pumping portion of the disposable cassette positioned and arranged to deliver the blood to the dialyzer and to receive heparin from the heparin pump.

Renal therapy machine and system including a priming sequence

A renal therapy machine includes a blood filter including a plurality of porous fibers; a blood circuit in communication with the blood filter; and a dialysate circuit in communication with the blood filter and operable with at least one pump, wherein the renal therapy machine is configured to perform a priming sequence in which a physiologically compatible solution, other than dialysate, primes the blood circuit and is flowed within the fibers and through pores in the fibers of the blood filter, and the pump of the dialysate circuit vents air from the blood filter into the dialysate circuit.

Peristaltic pump.

Peristaltic pump.

MEDICAL PUMPING DEVICE.

Infusion pump with disposable tubing and size indicating means

Peristaltic pump

Accurate peristaltic pump

A method and device are provided for infusing a fluid into a patient via a tubing. A peristaltic pumping apparatus is provided which applies a pumping action to the tubing. A linear variable differential transformer measures the diameter of the tubing subject to the pumping action. The diameter of the tubing is measured at various times and changes in the diameter of the tubing are utilized to adjust the pumping action on the tubing.

Administration feeding set and flow control apparatus with secure loading features

An administration feeding set for use with a flow control apparatus to deliver fluid from at least one fluid source to a patient. The feeding set includes tubing adapted to extend from the fluid source for flow of fluid through the tubing from the fluid source toward a patient. A locating finger projects outwardly from the tubing and is positioned on the tubing so that when received on the flow control apparatus in an operating position the finger permits a locating member of the flow control apparatus to close. However, when the tubing is received on the flow control apparatus in a non-operating position the finger does not permit the locating member to close thereby to verify whether the tubing is in the operating position on the flow control apparatus.

Manual valve actuator for medical fluid delivery set

A manual valve actuator for a medical fluid delivery set is disclosed. The manual valve actuator comprises a holder adapted to removably receive a valve mechanism of the medical fluid delivery set, a valve driver, and a handle for rotating the valve driver and thereby the valve rotor when the valve mechanism is received in the holder. Also disclosed is a method for rinsing a medical fluid delivery set utilizing the manual valve actuator.

Systems and methods for cassette identification for drug pumps

The present invention concerns a pump provided with a control module and an attachable fluid reservoir cassette. The control module includes a pumping mechanism for pumping fluid from the fluid reservoir to the patient. The cassette is provided with appropriate indicia to identify differences between a plurality of cassettes. The control module further includes cassette indicia identification structure for identifying indicia on the cassette. One type of cassette identification system includes a projection extending from the cassette and structure associated with the control module which engages the projection. Another type of cassette identification system includes a light reflecting system which utilizes light from the control module and reflected off the cassette. Still other types of cassette identification systems utilize other non-contact switches or sensors to sense indicia on the cassette to identify the cassette from a plurality of cassettes.

Infusion pump with disposable tubing and size indicating means

This invention is a peristaltic pump which includes a tubing set (100) and a pump adapted to receive the tubing set. The tubing set includes an elbow (105) with indicating tabs for indicating the size of the tubing set. The pump determines the size of the tubing set from the indicating tabs.

Infusion pump with disposable tubing and size indicating means

A peristaltic infusion pump. According to one embodiment, the pump comprises a tubing set and a pump adapted to receive the tubing set. The tubing set includes an elbow with indicating tabs for indicating the size of the tubing set. The pump determines the size of the tubing set from the indicating tabs on the tubing set.

Administration feeding set and flow control apparatus with secure loading features

An administration feeding set for use with a flow control apparatus to deliver fluid from at least one fluid source to a patient. The feeding set includes tubing adapted to extend from the fluid source for flow of fluid through the tubing from the fluid source toward a patient. A locating finger projects outwardly from the tubing and is positioned on the tubing so that when received on the flow control apparatus in an operating position the finger permits a locating member of the flow control apparatus to close. However, when the tubing is received on the flow control apparatus in a non-operating position the finger does not permit the locating member to close thereby to verify whether the tubing is in the operating position on the flow control apparatus.

Medication dose preparation and transfer system

Apparatus, systems, methods and articles are described to prepare and track medications and medication containers as they are prepared, administered to patients and, in some cases, disposed of. Information such as medication type, concentration, and volume are associated with medication containers during preparation and this information can later be consumed/utilized when administering the medication from a container to a patient. Disposing of any remaining medication can also be tracked.

Coded collapsible drug reservoir

A coded collapsible drug reservoir (200) and a drug delivery system (100) including a coded collapsible drug reservoir (200). The drug reservoir (200) includes a collapsible housing (202) and a port (204) in communication with the collapsible housing (202). The drug reservoir (200) further includes a coding feature (206) disposed on the drug reservoir (200), and the coding feature (206) identifies the drug reservoir (200).

Portable hand-held power injector

A hand-held power injector is provided for injecting liquid, such as contrast media, into the vascular system of a mammal. The device comprises a pistol-shaped housing which encloses a battery-powdered D.C. motor for constant-rate delivery of liquid from a syringe. In a particular embodiment the hand-help power injector includes an engagement feature connecting the syringe and the power injector which prevents inadvertent activation of the power injector.

Devices, systems, and methods for medicament delivery

An apparatus includes a housing, a medicament container and an actuator. The actuator includes a release member and an energy storage member having a first position and a second position. In the first position, the energy storage member has a first potential energy. In the second position the energy storage member has a second potential energy. The energy storage member is configured to convert a portion of the first potential energy into kinetic energy when moved from the first position to the second position to move the medicament container within the housing. The energy storage member has a longitudinal axis offset from a longitudinal axis of the medicament container. The release member is configured to selectively deploy the energy storage member from its first position to its second position.

Devices, systems and methods for medicament delivery

A method includes moving an actuation lock of a medical injector from a first position to a second position. The actuation lock has an extended portion disposed between a shoulder of a housing and the base when the actuation lock is in the first position. The extended portion is spaced apart from the base when the actuation lock is in the second position. A distal end portion of a base, which is movably coupled to an end portion of the housing, is placed into contact with a body. The base is actuated after the placing to release an energy from an energy storage member within the housing to produce a force to move a needle from a first needle position to a second needle position. At least a portion of the needle extends through the base when the needle is in the second needle position.

Devices, systems and methods for medicament delivery

Apparatuses for automatic medicament injection and methods for manufacturing automatic medicament injectors are described herein. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a housing, a needle, an energy storage member, an actuator, a locking member, and a needle guard. The needle is configured to move between a first position and a second position. In its first position, the needle is contained within the housing. In its second position, at least a portion of the needle extends from the housing. The energy storage member has a first configuration and a second configuration and is configured to produce a force when moving between its first configuration and its second configuration to move the needle from its first position to its second position. The actuator is configured to move the energy storage member from its first configuration to its second configuration. The locking member is movably coupled to the distal end portion of the housing such that the locking member can be moved between a first position and a second position. In its first position, the locking member is configured to engage the actuator to prevent the actuator from moving the energy storage member to the second configuration. The needle guard is removably coupled to at least one of the distal end portion of the housing or a base movably coupled to the distal end portion of the housing.

Apparatus and methods for self-administration of vaccines and other medicaments

A medicament delivery device includes a housing, a medicament container disposed within the housing, an activation mechanism, a cover and an electronic circuit system. The activation mechanism includes an energy storage member configured to produce a force to deliver the dose of a medicament and/or vaccine. The cover is configured to receive at least a portion of the housing. The electronic circuit system is coupled to the housing such that a protrusion of the cover electrically isolates a battery from a portion of the electronic circuit system when the portion of the housing is received by the cover. The electronic circuit system is configured to be electrically coupled to the battery and to produce a recorded speech output when the portion of the housing is at least partially removed from the cover. The electronic circuit system configured to produce a signal when the activation mechanism is actuated.

Devices, systems, and methods for medicament delivery

An apparatus includes a housing associated with an automatic injection device and defining a status window. A contact member movably coupled to a distal end portion of the housing, includes a surface to place against a target location. An energy storage member within the housing can exert force on a movable member to move the movable member within the housing to transition the apparatus from an initial configuration to an activated configuration. An electronic circuit system coupled to the housing, has a switch and a speaker, and produces recorded speech output when the switch is manipulated. A use indicator moves within the housing along with the movable member from a first to a second position when the contact member is in a fixed position relative to the housing, and provides a visual indication when the apparatus is in the activated configuration and the use indicator is in the second position.

Devices, systems and methods for medicament delivery

An apparatus (1000) includes a housing (1100), a medicament container (9000) and an actuator (4000). The apparatus includes a label configured to be coupled to a medicament delivery device The label includes a first surface and a second surface. The first surfac configured to be coupled to an outer surface of the medicament delivery device. The second surface includes a textual indicia (1400). The label further includes an electronic circuit system configured to output an electronic signal.

Medical injector with compliance tracking and monitoring

A system (1002) includes a medicament delivery device (121O) and a container (1262) configured to receive at least a portion of the medicament delivery device. The medicament delivery device includes an actuator (1970) and a first electronic circuit system (1920) The actuator is configured to initiate delivery of a medicament into a body when the actuator is moved from a first position to a second position. The first electronic circuit system is configured to output a first electronic signal when the actuator is moved from the first position to the second position. The container includes a second electronic circuit system configured to receive the first electronic signal. The second electronic circuit system is configured to output a second electronic signal associated with the first electronic signal.