Bowel cleaning device with anatomically shaped sealing bead, with drain opening, for holding a hose, for introducing a liquid

Das Darmreinigungssystem ist eine Vorrichtung (1) mit zwei anatomisch geformten abdichtenden Wülsten und einer gekrümmten Verbindungsfläche aus rutschfestem Material (10), einer Schlauchführung vertikal (20) zur Führung eines Einlaufschlauches (40), die mittig die in der Abflussöffnung (10a) angebracht ist, einer Schlauchführung horizontal (20a), wo der Einlaufschlauch (40) orthogonal zur vertikalen Schlauchführung (20) angeordnet ist, einem am Einlaufschlauch (40) verschiebbaren Gummiring (50), der die Einführtiefe regelt. Der Einlaufschlauch (40) besitzt ein Schlauch-Aufnahme-Verbindungsstück (40a). Die Gummiseilkonstruktion (60) wird mit den Gummiseilanbindungen (60c) an den T-Stück-Verbindungen (60a), an den Lochbohrungen für Gummiseile (30) der Vorrichtung (1) verbunden und durch einen Längenregelungsteil (60b) dem Hüftumfang angepasst. An der Unterseite der Vorrichtung (1) befindet sich ein Gewinde (10b) um einen Abflussschlauch (80) anzuschließen. Die Lochbohrungen (90) am Ende des ...

Device and method for delivery of agents to the female reproductive tract

An irrigation device

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SECURING AN ELONGATE MEMBER TO A MEDICAL INSTRUMENT

An apparatus and method of securing an elongate member to a medical instrument. The apparatus comprising an attachment device including a base, a liner, and an adhesive. The base comprising an aperture configured to receive the elongate member, wherein the liner may be positioned adjacent the aperture and axially aligned with the elongate member when the attachment device is coupled to the medical instrument. The attachment device may comprise a pair of apertures and the liner may be positioned adjacent the adhesive and at least partially between the pair of apertures. The method of securing the elongate member to the medical instrument comprises threading the elongate member through the aperture of the attachment device and adhering the attachment device to the medical instrument. The method of manufacturing the attachment device may comprise cutting the aperture in the base, the adhesive, and liner.

OCULAR IRRIGATION DEVICE AND METHOD

An ocular irrigation device and method are provided including an ocular lens having selected structural features that facilitate flow of irrigation fluid to the eye through the ocular lens introduced by a source of irrigating fluid. The selected structural features achieve one or more objectives with respect to control of irrigation fluid so that selected portions of the eye and eyelids may be more effectively irrigated and treated. Control of the irrigation fluid by the invention includes variables of fluid flow characteristics to include control of flow velocity, flow volume, flow direction, and flow turbidity. Selected structural features of the ocular lens may address one or more of these variables alone or in selected combinations to provide an optimal method for treating a patient.

BOWEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A bowel management system includes a waste collection catheter having at least two distinct sections. The first section is patient proximal when disposed in the patient's rectum and has durometer hardness in the range of about 50A to about 90A. The second catheter section is connected to the first section and has durometer hardness in the range of about 5A to about 49A. A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section such that the proximal-most end of the retention balloon is coincident to the proximal-most end of the first section of the waste collection catheter, the substantially spherical retention balloon having an inflated size so as to be sufficiently large enough to retain the patient proximal end of the catheter in the patient's rectum without being so large as to trigger a defecatory response in the patient.

Sinus irrigation device

IRRIGATIONSVORRICHTUNG

DEVICE TO REKTALREINIGUNG

Device for rectal lavage

Apparatus and method for the removal and containment of human waste excretion

The present invention relates to an apparatus for the removal and containment of human waste products from the effected area of incontinent patients. The apparatus and process encapsulates the areas of the body where urine and fecal matter are excreted. In particular, the present invention is directed to an apparatus for the containment and removal of human waste products, comprising: a receptacle; a vacuum connection to apply force for attaching the receptacle to the patient; and a vacuum dispersion membrane to provide mechanical support to the skin so as to minimize tensile force applied to the skin.

TRANSANAL IRRIGATION DEVICE AND SYSTEM

A device for performing transanal irrigation includes an elongated neck having a proximal end and a flushing liquid channel passing therethrough. In a system including the device, the flushing liquid channel communicates with a source of flushing liquid. An insert is positioned on the proximal end of the neck of the device and is inserted into a body cavity of a user. The insert has a flushing liquid opening that is in fluid communication with the flushing liquid channel of the neck. A control housing is connected to the neck of the device and contains a pump. Pressurized flushing liquid flows through the device channel and exits through the flushing liquid opening of the insert when the pump is activated. A pair of support arms are attached to the device neck and rest on a sitting user's legs with the insert positioned below a body cavity of the user.

TRANS ANAL IRRIGATION PLATFORM WITH BED MODULE

A trans anal irrigation device that can be used on a bed. The device includes a rectal catheter connected to an irrigation fluid supply. A waste collection bag is also connected to the catheter. The catheter may be insertable in a seat attached to a fluid supply line. A valve in one of the catheter or seat selectably allows or prevents fluid communication between the catheter and a waste collection bag. The catheter may include an inflationless cuff made of a flexible material that permits it to be inserted in the rectum to prevent leakage around the exterior of the catheter.

ENEMATA ADMINISTERING DEVICES

ENDOVASCULAR PROBE

An embodiment of an endovascular probe includes a probe body, an inflatable mechanism surrounding a portion of the probe body and configured to create a reversible occlusion within a vascular system, multiple channels extending through the probe body, and an imaging device positioned within one of the channels. Another embodiment of an endovascular probe includes a probe body with a first channel configured to accommodate an instrument, a second channel configured to accommodate an imaging device, and a third channel configured to accommodate an irrigation device, along with an inflatable device at an external periphery of the probe body. Another embodiment of an endovascular probe includes an image recording device, a bi-modal mechanism that selectively provides one of irrigation and suction, and a laser fiber.

CLYSTER ARRANGEMENT

Bowel management system

Trans anal irrigation platform with bed module

A trans anal irrigation system is provided. The system includes a rectal catheter, the catheter having a barrel with an insertion tip at a proximal end thereof. The barrel defining at least one lumen therein and at least one port communicating with the lumen and the exterior of the barrel. A valve is provided at a distal end of the barrel, the valve being in fluid communication with the lumen and selectably movable between open and closed positions which permit and prevent, respectively, fluid flow out of the lumen at the distal end of the barrel. A connector is attached to the barrel intermediate the valve and the port, the connector having a passage in fluid communication with the lumen and being capable of connection to an irrigation fluid supply. The system also including a waste collection bag connectable to the distal end of the catheter. mc ...

Tube intended to be introduced into cavities of the body for the irrigation and apparatus with device for its application to continual irrigations in the position lying

A multi-therapeutic hot-sitz-bath instrument

The present invention relates to a multi-functional therapeutic sitz bath which is mounted on a toilet to soak the perineal region in warm water and treat the vaginal sac, rectal space and prostate. The multi-functional therapeutic sitz bath according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a main body having a holding portion for holding a fluid; a fluid storage tank which is connected to an external fluid supply source, and stores the fluid; a catheter having an end to which an enema nodule is coupled to spray the fluid stored in the fluid storage tank to the outside, wherein the catheter extracts/retracts the enema nodule from/to the holding portion by driving means so as to enable the enema nodule to be inserted into the body of a user; a liquid medicine injector connected to the catheter to supply liquid medicine to the catheter such that the liquid medicine is injected to the enema nodule; and an operation panel arranged at one side of the main body to select functions ...

GLAUCOMA SHUNT

A glaucoma shunt includes a plate having filtration and fixation portions. In some embodiments the filtration portion includes a surface provided with stiffening ribs which increase rigidity and an upper surface provided with a ridge. The fixation portion extends anteriorly to facilitate access thereto. A drainage tube is recessed within the plate and extends through the ridge to a central portion of the filtration portion. By emptying the tube at the central portion of the filtration portion, the tube outlet is distanced from perimetric scar tissue which can otherwise obstruct the tube outlet. The ridge keeps tissue over the plate spaced from the outlet of the tube to further facilitate drainage.

Bowel management system

A bowel management system (10) includes a waste collection catheter (12) for use in a patient having first and second catheter sections (20,18). The first catheter section (20) is disposed in the patient's rectum in a normal use position and is stiff enough to automatically maintain an open position for free flow of bowel waste when in the normal use position, yet is soft and pliable enough to permit folding longitudinally for ease of insertion into the rectum of the patient. The second catheter section (18) is disposed in the anal canal of the patient in the normal use position and is sufficiently soft to permit retention within the anal canal of the patient for extended periods of time. A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon (24) is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section (18) for retaining the first catheter section (18) in the patient's rectum.

Bowel cleaning device with anatomically shaped sealing bead, with drain opening, for holding a hose, for introducing a liquid

Das Darmreinigungssystem ist eine Vorrichtung (1) mit zwei anatomisch geformten abdichtenden Wülsten und einer gekrümmten Verbindungsfläche aus rutschfestem Material (10), einer Schlauchführung vertikal (20) zur Führung eines Einlaufschlauches (40), die mittig die in der Abflussöffnung (10a) angebracht ist, einer Schlauchführung horizontal (20a), wo der Einlaufschlauch (40) orthogonal zur vertikalen Schlauchführung (20) angeordnet ist, einem am Einlaufschlauch (40) verschiebbaren Gummiring (50), der die Einführtiefe regelt. Der Einlaufschlauch (40) besitzt ein Schlauch-Aufnahme-Verbindungsstück (40a). Die Gummiseilkonstruktion (60) wird mit den Gummiseilanbindungen (60c) an den T-Stück-Verbindungen (60a), an den Lochbohrungen für Gummiseile (30) der Vorrichtung (1) verbunden und durch einen Längenregelungsteil (60b) dem Hüftumfang angepasst. An der Unterseite der Vorrichtung (1) befindet sich ein Gewinde (10b) um einen Abflussschlauch (80) anzuschließen. Die Lochbohrungen (90) am Ende des ...

Bowel management system

Trans anal irrigation platform with bed module

A trans anal irrigation device that can be used on a bed. The device includes a rectal catheter connected to an irrigation fluid supply. A waste collection bag is also connected to the catheter. The catheter may be insertable in a seat attached to a fluid supply line. A valve in one of the catheter or seat selectably allows or prevents fluid communication between the catheter and a waste collection bag. The catheter may include an inflationless cuff made of a flexible material that permits it to be inserted in the rectum to prevent leakage around the exterior of the catheter.

Transanal irrigation device and system

A device for performing transanal irrigation includes an elongated neck having a proximal end and a flushing liquid channel passing therethrough. In a system including the device, the flushing liquid channel communicates with a source of flushing liquid. An insert is positioned on the proximal end of the neck of the device and is inserted into a body cavity of a user. The insert has a flushing liquid opening that is in fluid communication with the flushing liquid channel of the neck. A control housing is connected to the neck of the device and contains a pump. Pressurized flushing liquid flows through the device channel and exits through the flushing liquid opening of the insert when the pump is activated. A pair of support arms are attached to the device neck and rest on a sitting user's legs with the insert positioned below a body cavity of the user.

Negative-pressure gastrolavage device for pediatric department

ENEMATA ADMINISTERING DEVICES

Bowel management system and waste collection bag therefor

A bowel management system includes a waste collection catheter having at least two distinct sections. The first section is patient proximal when disposed in the patient's rectum and has durometer hardness in the range of about 50 A to about 90 A. The second catheter section is connected to the first section and has durometer hardness in the range of about 5 A to about 49 A. A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section such that the proximal-most end of the retention balloon is coincident to the proximal-most end of the first section of the waste collection catheter, the substantially spherical retention balloon having an inflated size so as to be sufficiently large enough to retain the patient proximal end of the catheter in the patient's rectum without being so large as to trigger a defecatory response in the patient.

Nasal irrigation device

A device 2 for irrigating the nasal cavity, and particularly the frontal sinus, which comprises an atomising element (19, Figure 3) and a malleable sheath 21 which is adjustable to allow the atomising element (19, Figure 3) to be located proximally close to the area which requires the solution to be atomised. The device further comprises a connecting portion (23, Figure 6) having a leer-type lock for connecting the device to a syringe barrel or other apparatus. Securing means such as an adhesive or a securing portion provided with one or more orifices arranged to receive sutures allow the device to be secured to the nose. The device 2 is useful for proximally delivering a solution to the frontal sinus ostium 17 thereby improving delivery of the solution.

ENEMATA ADMINISTERING DEVICES

Bowel management system

Apparatus and method for the removal and containment of human waste excretion

The present invention relates to an apparatus for the removal and containment of human waste products from the effected area of incontinent patients. The apparatus and process encapsulates the areas of the body where urine and fecal matter are excreted. In particular, the present invention is directed to an apparatus for the containment and removal of human waste products, comprising: a receptacle; a vacuum connection to apply force for attaching the receptacle to the patient; and a vacuum dispersion membrane to provide mechanical support to the skin so as to minimize tensile force applied to the skin.

ENEMATA ADMINISTERING DEVICE

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DELIVERY OF AGENTS TO THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE TRACT

A device (100) and method for delivering an agent to the uterine cervix make use of a seal member (102) that defines a chamber (103) upon engagement with the cervix. An agent delivery port (106) in fluid communication with the chamber is provided for delivery of the agent to the uterine cervix. A vacuum port (117) in fluid communication with the chamber allows application and retention of vacuum pressure to the chamber. At least a portion of the seal member is deformable in response to contact with the outer surface of the uterine cervix and application of vacuum pressure. Upon deformation, the seal member substantially seals the chamber against leakage of the agent. The seal member may include a tacky skirt-like member that promotes adhesion of the seal member to the cervix, and enhances the effectiveness of the seal. In this manner, the device prevents leakage, thereby improving diagnostic or therapeutic effectiveness while reducing waste and expense. The device and method also can be ...

BOWEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A bowel management system includes a waste collection catheter having at least two distinct sections. The first section is patient proximal when disposed in the patient's rectum and has durometer hardness in the range of about 50A to about 90A. The second catheter section is connected to the first section and has durometer hardness in the range of about 5A to about 49A. A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section such that the proximal- most end of the retention balloon is coincident to the proximal-most end of the first section of the waste collection catheter, the substantially spherical retention balloon having an inflated size so as to be sufficiently large enough to retain the patient proximal end of the catheter in the patient's rectum without being so large as to trigger a defecatory response in the patient.

Disposable device for fixation of the barium enema tip

Discloses a device for the external fixation of the barium enema tip inserted into the patient's rectum. The device has a waist band, anterior and posterior straps suitably attached to the waist band a locking ring for releasable and removable locking engagement with a locking groove on the barium enema tip. The barium enema tip has a lumen communicating with side holes, a proximal end having a raised ridge to thereby receive and retain enema-bag tubing, a distal end, and an hour-glass shaped cuff having a concave portion whereby the anal sphincter complementally receives and locks thereon to prevent leakage of barium liquid.

An irrigation device

OCULAR IRRIGATION DEVICE AND METHOD

An ocular irrigation device and method are provided including an ocular lens having selected structural features that facilitate flow of irrigation fluid to the eye through the ocular lens introduced by a source of irrigating fluid. The selected structural features achieve one or more objectives with respect to control of irrigation fluid so that selected portions of the eye and eyelids may be more effectively irrigated and treated. Control of the irrigation fluid by the invention includes variables of fluid flow characteristics to include control of flow velocity, flow volume, flow direction, and flow turbidity. Selected structural features of the ocular lens may address one or more of these variables alone or in selected combinations to provide an optimal method for treating a patient.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE REMOVAL AND CONTAINMENT OF HUMAN WASTE EXCRETION

The present invention relates to an apparatus for the removal and containment of human waste products from the effected area of incontinent patients. The apparatus and process encapsulates the areas of the body where urine and fecal matter are excreted. In particular, the present invention is directed to an apparatus for the containment and removal of human waste products, comprising: a receptacle; a vacuum connection to apply force for attaching the receptacle to the patient; and a vacuum dispersion membrane to provide mechanical support to the skin so as to minimize tensile force applied to the skin.

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL THERAPEUTIC SITZ BATH

The present invention relates to a multi-functional therapeutic sitz bath which is mounted on a toilet to soak the perineal region in warm water and treat the vaginal sac, rectal space and prostate. The multi-functional therapeutic sitz bath according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a main body having a holding portion for holding a fluid; a fluid storage tank which is connected to an external fluid supply source, and stores the fluid; a catheter having an end to which an enema nodule is coupled to spray the fluid stored in the fluid storage tank to the outside, wherein the catheter extracts/retracts the enema nodule from/to the holding portion by driving means so as to enable the enema nodule to be inserted into the body of a user; a liquid medicine injector connected to the catheter to supply liquid medicine to the catheter such that the liquid medicine is injected to the enema nodule; and an operation panel arranged at one side of the main body to select functions ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE REMOVAL AND CONTAINMENT OF HUMAN WASTE EXCRETION

The present invention relates to an apparatus for the removal and containment of human waste products from the effected area of incontinent patients. The apparatus and process encapsulates the areas of the body where urine and fecal matter are excreted. In particular, the present invention is directed to an apparatus for the containment and removal of human waste products, comprising: a receptacle; a vacuum connection to apply force for attaching the receptacle to the patient; and a vacuum dispersion membrane to provide mechanical support to the skin so as to minimize tensile force applied to the skin.

OCULAR IRRIGATION DEVICE AND METHOD

An ocular irrigation device and method are provided including an ocular lens having selected structural features that facilitate flow of irrigation fluid to the eye through the ocular lens introduced by a source of irrigating fluid. The selected structural features achieve one or more objectives with respect to control of irrigation fluid so that selected portions of the eye and eyelids may be more effectively irrigated and treated. Control of the irrigation fluid by the invention includes variables of fluid flow characteristics to include control of flow velocity, flow volume, flow direction, and flow turbidity. Selected structural features of the ocular lens may address one or more of these variables alone or in selected combinations to provide an optimal method for treating a patient.

BOWEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A bowel management system (10) includes a waste collection catheter (12) having at least two distinct sections. The first section (18) is patient proximal (14) when disposed in the patient's rectum and has durometer hardness in the range of about (50A) to about (90A). The second catheter section (20) is connected to the first section and has durometer hardness in the range of about (5A) to about (49A). A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon (24) is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section such that the proximal-most end of the retention balloon is coincident to the proximal-most end of the first section of the waste collection catheter, the substantially spherical retention balloon having an inflated size so as to be sufficiently large enough to retain the patient proximal end of the catheter in the patient's rectum without being so large as to trigger a defecatory response in the patient.

ENEMATA ADMINISTERING DEVICE

Flexible IV site protector and method of using same

A venipuncture site protector having a slotted securement, which has mounted thereto, a flexible tapered body member defined by a slotted rear wall at its proximal end and a perforated front wall at its distal end. The rear wall and front wall are integrally connected to a flange having a tube receiving slot that is aligned with another tube receiving slot disposed in the rear wall as well as a slot within the slotted securement. The rear wall and the front wall rise up to a dome apex from which an internal wall depends into the interior space of the dome. The internal wall is disposed between the rear wall and the front wall and includes yet another tube receiving slot that is sufficiently wide to receive therein an I.V. tube associated with an I.V. connected catheter but not sufficiently wide to allow the I.V. connected catheter to pass therethrough. The interior wall is disposed at about an angle of 60 degrees relative to the front wall and at about an angle of 30 degrees relative to ...

Apparatus for colonic irrigation

A user operated colonic irrigaiton device. The device comprising a board to be received on a lavatory and to receive a person undergoing treatment with a generally triangular opening in the board. A resilient hood with an open end, being resiliently deformable to fit within the opening in the board and tapering from the open end to the closed end to match the shape of the generally triangular opening. The hood can be located in the opening by recesses on each side of the hood, able to engage the board. An abutment on the exterior of the closed end of the hood contacts the upper surface of the board. A tube is able to communicate a supply of liquid to the person. The tube is supported by a bracket extending upwardly from the hood. There is a recess in the bracket able to releasably grip the tube. The board is easy to clean and sterilize, relatively inexpensive to manufacture and more simple and practical than prior art boards.

Ophthalmic surgical apparatus

GLAUCOMA SHUNT

BOWEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A bowel management system includes a waste collection catheter having at least two distinct sections. The first section is patient proximal when disposed in the patient's rectum and has durometer hardness in the range of about 50A to about 90A. The second catheter section is connected to the first section and has durometer hardness in the range of about 5A to about 49A. A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section such that the proximal- most end of the retention balloon is coincident to the proximal-most end of the first section of the waste collection catheter, the substantially spherical retention balloon having an inflated size so as to be sufficiently large enough to retain the patient proximal end of the catheter in the patient's rectum without being so large as to trigger a defecatory response in the patient.

Apparatus for colonic irrigation

A user operated colonic irrigaiton device. The device comprising a board to be received on a lavatory and to receive a person undergoing treatment with a generally triangular opening in the board. A resilient hood with an open end, being resiliently deformable to fit within the opening in the board and tapering from the open end to the closed end to match the shape of the generally triangular opening. The hood can be located in the opening by recesses on each side of the hood, able to engage the board. An abutment on the exterior of the closed end of the hood contacts the upper surface of the board. A tube is able to communicate a supply of liquid to the person. The tube is supported by a bracket extending upwardly from the hood. There is a recess in the bracket able to releasably grip the tube. The board is easy to clean and sterilize, relatively inexpensive to manufacture and more simple and practical than prior art boards.

Syringe nozzle or tube

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DELIVERY OF AGENTS TO THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE TRACT

A device (100) and method for delivering an agent to the uterine cervix make use of a seal member (102) that defines a chamber (103) upon engagement with the cervix. An agent delivery port (106) in fluid communication with the chamber is provided for delivery of the agent to the uterine cervix. A vacuum port (117) in fluid communication with the chamber allows application and retention of vacuum pressure to the chamber. At least a portion of the seal member is deformable in response to contact with the outer surface of the uterine cervix and application of vacuum pressure. Upon deformation, the seal member substantially seals the chamber against leakage of the agent. The seal member may include a tacky skirt-like member that promotes adhesion of the seal member to the cervix, and enhances the effectiveness of the seal. In this manner, the device prevents leakage, thereby improving diagnostic or therapeutic effectiveness while reducing waste and expense. The device and method also can be ...

Bowel management system

BOWEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A bowel management system includes a waste collection catheter having at least two distinct sections. The first section is patient proximal when disposed in the patient's rectum and has durometer hardness in the range of about 50A to about 90A. The second catheter section is connected to the first section and has durometer hardness in the range of about 5A to about 49A. A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section such that the proximal- most end of the retention balloon is coincident to the proximal-most end of the first section of the waste collection catheter, the substantially spherical retention balloon having an inflated size so as to be sufficiently large enough to retain the patient proximal end of the catheter in the patient's rectum without being so large as to trigger a defecatory response in the patient.

GLAUCOMA SHUNT

A glaucoma shunt includes a plate having filtration and fixation portions. In some embodiments the filtration portion includes a surface provided with stiffening ribs which increase rigidity and an upper surface provided with a ridge. The fixation portion extends anteriorly to facilitate access thereto. A drainage tube is recessed within the plate and extends through the ridge to a central portion of the filtration portion. By emptying the tube at the central portion of the filtration portion, the tube outlet is distanced from perimetric scar tissue which can otherwise obstruct the tube outlet. The ridge keeps tissue over the plate spaced from the outlet of the tube to further facilitate drainage.

Enema tip retention apparatus

An enema tip retention apparatus for retaining an inserted enema tip in a patient during the administering of an enema to the patient includes an adjustable belt for encompassing the waist of the patient and including depending straps which couple to a substantially flat mounting plate. The mounting plate has a clamp disposed thereon and a clearance aperture therethrough and includes two collar buttons which are arranged for connection to the two depending straps. The clamp has a ratcheted arrangement such that its clearance aperture diameter may be varied, depending upon the enema tube outside diameter which is inserted therethrough. With the depending straps coupled to the collar buttons, the mounting plate may be drawn adjacent the rectal opening of the patient and with the enema tip and tube anchored by the clamp, this tip and tube may be held in position throughout a fluoroscopy examination and will be retained in its desired position, regardless of the movements and the maneuvers ...

IRRIGATIONSVORRICHTUNG

VORRICHTUNG ZUR REKTALREINIGUNG

Bowel management system

DEVICE FOR RECTAL LAVAGE

Device for rectal lavages consisting of a flexible container (1) containing the washing liquid, a flexible tube (2) and a nozzle (3) equipped with an elongated egg-shaped body (6) from which an upper elongated portion (7) and a concave surface (8) depart, the upper portion (7) being equipped with at least one opening (9), and a concave surface (8) with two tongues (4) of slightly upwards curved shape.

Vorrichtung zum Spuelen der Harnroehre

Ophthalmic irrigator

Bowel management system

Trans anal irrigation platform with bed module

A trans anal irrigation device that can be used on a bed. The device includes a rectal catheter connected to an irrigation fluid supply. A waste collection bag is also connected to the catheter. The catheter may be insertable in a seat attached to a fluid supply line. A valve in one of the catheter or seat selectably allows or prevents fluid communication between the catheter and a waste collection bag. The catheter may include an inflationless cuff made of a flexible material that permits it to be inserted in the rectum to prevent leakage around the exterior of the catheter.

Injecting device

Apparatus and method for securing an elongate member to a medical instrument

An apparatus and method of securing an elongate member to a medical instrument. The apparatus comprising an attachment device including a base, a liner, and an adhesive. The base comprising an aperture configured to receive the elongate member, wherein the liner may be positioned adjacent the aperture and axially aligned with the elongate member when the attachment device is coupled to the medical instrument. The attachment device may comprise a pair of apertures and the liner may be positioned adjacent the adhesive and at least partially between the pair of apertures. The method of securing the elongate member to the medical instrument comprises threading the elongate member through the aperture of the attachment device and adhering the attachment device to the medical instrument. The method of manufacturing the attachment device may comprise cutting the aperture in the base, the adhesive, and liner.

Glaucoma shunt

Bowel management system

Bowel management system

VENIPUNCTURE SITE PROTECTOR AND METHOD OF USING SAME

A venipuncture site protector having a slotted securement, which has mounted thereto, a transparent tapered body member defined by a slotted rear wall at its proximal end and a perforated front wall at its distal end. The rear wall and front wall are integrally connected to a flange having a tube receiving slot that is aligned with another tube receiving slot disposed in the rear wall as well as a slot within the slotted securement. The rear wall and the front wall rise up to a dome apex from which an internal wall depends into the interior space of the dome. The internal wall is disposed between the rear wall and the front wall and includes yet another tube receiving slot that is sufficiently wide to receive therein an I.V. tube associated with an I.V. connected catheter but not sufficiently wide to allow the I.V. connected catheter to pass therethrough. The interior wall is disposed at about an angle of 60 degrees relative to the front wall and at about an angle of 30 degrees relative ...

Device and method for delivery of agents to the female reproductive tract

A device and method for delivering an agent to the uterine cervix make use of a seal member that defines a chamber upon engagement with the cervix. An agent delivery port in fluid communication with the chamber is provided for delivery of the agent to the uterine cervix. A vacuum port in fluid communication with the chamber allows application and retention of vacuum pressure to the chamber. At least a portion of the seal member can be made deformable in response to contact with the outer surface of the uterine cervix and application of vacuum pressure. Upon deformation, the seal member substantially seals the chamber against leakage of the agent. The seal member may include a skirt-like member that promotes adhesion of the seal member to the cervix, and enhances the effectiveness of the seal. The device facilitates vacuum application, cervical fixation, and a resulting barrier against uterine fluid leakage, providing an atraumatic, temporary cervical plug that remains effective while the ...

Device for rectal lavage

Device for rectal lavages consisting of a flexible container (1) containing the washing liquid, a flexible tube (2) and a nozzle (3) equipped with an elongated egg-shaped body (6) from which an upper elongated portion (7) and a concave surface (8) depart, the upper portion (7) being equipped with at least one opening (9), and a concave surface (8) with two tongues (4) of slightly upwards curved shape.

Darmreinigungs-Vorrichtung mit anatomisch geformten abdichtenden Wulst, mit Abflussöffnung, zum Halten eines Schlauches, zum Einbringen einer Flüssigkeit

Darmreinigungssystem, das eine Vorrichtung (1) aus einer Gummiseilkonstruktion (60) verbunden mit der Gummiseilanbindung (60c), einer Abflussöffnung (10a), einer Schlauchführung vertikal (20) einer orthogonalen Schlauchführung horizontal (20a), einen Einlaufschlauch (40), ein Gummiring (50) zur Einführtiefenregelung und ein Anschluss-Gewinde (10b) umfasst; dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine ovale konkave Form aus zwei anatomisch geformten abdichtenden Wülsten (10), bestehend aus einer kleineren und größeren Wulst verbunden durch eine gekrümmte Verbindungsfläche darstellt, die die Funktion hat eine geschlossene dichte Verbindung zum Körper im Analbereich wie am Gesäß herzustellen.

Bowel management system

BLOWER INSTRUMENT, APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USING

A surgical blower for providing a directed stream to clear a surgical site, that can be used in multiple different use modes. In one use mode, the surgical blower is handheld by a user during operation. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is handheld. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object such as a sternal retractor. In another mode, the distal end of the blower is free and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object. An apparatus including a blower and a stabilizer is provided. Methods of using the blower as well as the apparatus are also provided.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE REMOVAL AND CONTAINMENT OF HUMAN WASTE EXCRETION

The present invention relates to an apparatus for the removal and containment of human waste products from the effected area of incontinent patients. The apparatus and process encapsulates the areas of the body where urine and fecal matter are excreted. In particular, the present invention is directed to an apparatus for the containment and removal of human waste products, comprising: a receptacle; a vacuum connection to apply force for attaching the receptacle to the patient; and a vacuum dispersion membrane to provide mechanical support to the skin so as to minimize tensile force applied to the skin.

Ocular irrigation device and method

An ocular irrigation device and method are provided including an ocular lens having selected structural features that facilitate flow of irrigation fluid to the eye through the ocular lens introduced by a source of irrigating fluid. The selected structural features achieve one or more objectives with respect to control of irrigation fluid so that selected portions of the eye and eyelids may be more effectively irrigated and treated. Control of the irrigation fluid by the invention includes variables of fluid flow characteristics to include control of flow velocity, flow volume, flow direction, and flow turbidity. Selected structural features of the ocular lens may address one or more of these variables alone or in selected combinations to provide an optimal method for treating a patient.

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ORIFICE IRRIGATION DEVICE

An orifice irrigation device includes a tubular component having a distal end and a proximal end and at least one bore axially extending from the proximal end to the distal end, the bore terminating at a plurality of orifices which extend at an angle from the bore; one or more flared wings coaxially positioned with respect to the tubular component, the at least one flared wing having a rim at its distal end; and one or more open flushing channels defined by the one or more flared wings, the flushing channels being defined by the side edges of the one or more flared wings.

BOWEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A bowel management system (10) includes a waste collection catheter (12) having at least two distinct sections. The first section (18) is patient proximal (14) when disposed in the patient's rectum and has durometer hardness in the range of about (50A) to about (90A). The second catheter section (20) is connected to the first section and has durometer hardness in the range of about (5A) to about (49A). A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon (24) is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section such that the proximal-most end of the retention balloon is coincident to the proximal-most end of the first section of the waste collection catheter, the substantially spherical retention balloon having an inflated size so as to be sufficiently large enough to retain the patient proximal end of the catheter in the patient's rectum without being so large as to trigger a defecatory response in the patient.

Trans anal irrigation platform with bed module

A trans anal irrigation device that can be used on a bed. The device includes a rectal catheter connected to an irrigation fluid supply. A waste collection bag is also connected to the catheter. The catheter may be insertable in a seat attached to a fluid supply line. A valve in one of the catheter or seat selectably allows or prevents fluid communication between the catheter and a waste collection bag. The catheter may include an inflationless cuff made of a flexible material that permits it to be inserted in the rectum to prevent leakage around the exterior of the catheter.

IRRIGATIONSVORRICHTUNG

For removing and holding the human excretal apparatus and method

Blower Instrument, Apparatus and Methods of Using

A surgical blower for providing a directed stream to clear a surgical site, that can be used in multiple different use modes. In one use mode, the surgical blower is handheld by a user during operation. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is handheld. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object such as a sternal retractor. In another mode, the distal end of the blower is free and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object. An apparatus including a blower and a stabilizer is provided. Methods of using the blower as well as the apparatus are also provided.

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BOWEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a bowel management system for various kinds of incontinence patients. SOLUTION: The bowel management system 10 includes a waste collection catheter 12 having at least two distinct sections. A first section 18 is patient proximal 14 when disposed in the patient's rectum and has durometer hardness in the range of about 50A to about 90A. The second catheter section 20 is connected to the first section 18 and has durometer hardness in the range of about 5A to about 49A. A selectively collapsible, substantially spherical retention balloon 24 is attached coaxially and exterior of the first catheter section such that the proximal-most end of the retention balloon is coincident to the proximal-most end of the first section of the waste collection catheter, and the substantially spherical retention balloon has an inflated size so as to be sufficiently large enough to retain the patient proximal end of the catheter in the patient's rectum without being so large as ...

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL THERAPEUTIC SITZ BATH

The present invention relates to a multi-functional therapeutic sitz bath which is mounted on a toilet to soak the perineal region in warm water and treat the vaginal sac, rectal space and prostate. The multi-functional therapeutic sitz bath according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a main body having a holding portion for holding a fluid; a fluid storage tank which is connected to an external fluid supply source, and stores the fluid; a catheter having an end to which an enema nodule is coupled to spray the fluid stored in the fluid storage tank to the outside, wherein the catheter extracts/retracts the enema nodule from/to the holding portion by driving means so as to enable the enema nodule to be inserted into the body of a user; a liquid medicine injector connected to the catheter to supply liquid medicine to the catheter such that the liquid medicine is injected to the enema nodule; and an operation panel arranged at one side of the main body to select functions ...

Blower instrument, apparatus and methods of using

A surgical blower for providing a directed stream to clear a surgical site, that can be used in multiple different use modes. In one use mode, the surgical blower is handheld by a user during operation. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is handheld. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object such as a sternal retractor. In another mode, the distal end of the blower is free and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object. An apparatus including a blower and a stabilizer is provided. Methods of using the blower as well as the apparatus are also provided.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE REMOVAL AND CONTAINMENT OF HUMAN WASTE EXCRETION

For removing and holding the human excrement apparatus and method

CONDUIT MANAGEMENT DEVICE

A conduit management device and method for quickly and easily securing a conduit and reducing the risk of conduit disruption is disclosed. A selectively securable cleat is arranged for selective encirclement and securement of at least a portion of a conduit by wrapping the conduit around the cleat. An embodiment is disclosed having an elongate cleat that is fixed to the patient apparatus at a first location of the cleat spaced apart from releasably securable locations proximate first and second ends of the cleat such that the fixation point at the first location forms the fixed base of the cleat.

MULTI-THERAPEUTIC HOT-SITZ-BATH DEVICE, WHICH IS INSTALLED IN A TOILET BOWL

PURPOSE: A multi-therapeutic hot-sitz-bath device is provided, which can obtain effect of sitz bath within a short time by improving blood circulation within the pelvis. CONSTITUTION: A multi-therapeutic hot-sitz-bath device comprises: a main body(110) in which a receiving part receiving fluid is equipped; a fluid storage container(180) which is connected to external fluid source and stores fluid; a catheter(140) in which a nozzle is combined with an end of the catheter and which makes the nozzle come in and out of the receiving part in order to insert the enema nozzle into the body; a drug solution injector(170) supplying the drug solution to the catheter; and an operation panel which is equipped in one side of the main body. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2011 ...

ENEMATA ADMINISTERING DEVICE

A smooth, flexible enema tip having an inflatable balloon mounted on the stem behind the exit port from the tip. A limited volume, flexible, hand distendable air reservoir is connected to the balloon-like retention ring so that operator compression of the reservoir will inflate the ring. The reservoir is filled with a resilient sponge so that the reservoir will snap back to its full volume shape once operator pressure is removed and thus normally deflate the ring. A soft, flexible, plastic annular retention pad is mounted for axial movement along the enema stem which terminates on the tip. This pad cooperates with the balloon to hold the balloon in position.

Device for rectal lavage

Device for rectal lavages consisting of a flexible container ( 1 ) containing the washing liquid, a flexible tube ( 2 ) and a nozzle ( 3 ) equipped with an elongated egg-shaped body ( 6 ) from which an upper elongated portion ( 7 ) and a concave surface ( 8 ) depart, the upper portion ( 7 ) being equipped with at least one opening ( 9 ), and a concave surface ( 8 ) with two tongues ( 4 ) of slightly upwards curved shape.

METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR TREATING TONSILS

Methods and apparatuses to clean a tonsil include a bite-piece and a fluid delivery tube. The bite piece has a longitudinal axis and the bite-piece is configured to be clenched between at least one upper side tooth and at least one lower side tooth within a user's mouth. A fluid delivery tube is slidingly engaged with the bite-piece. The fluid delivery tube is configured to direct a flow of water onto a tonsil and to wash debris from the tonsil.

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Darmversorgungssystem

Ein Abfallsammelkatheter (12), zur Verwendung in einem Patienten, der zumindest zwei verschiedene Abschnitte mit unterschiedlichen Durometer-Härten aufweist, umfassend einen ersten Abschnitt (18) und einen zweiten Abschnitt (20), dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der erste Abschnitt (18), angepasst ist um im Rektum des Patienten angeordnet zu werden, wobei der erste Abschnitt (18) ein erstes Ende und ein zweites Ende aufweist und aus einem Material gebildet ist, das eine Durometer-Härte im Bereich von etwa 50A bis etwa 90A Shore aufweist, so dass der erste Abschnitt (18) steif genug ist, um im Einsatz selbstständig eine geöffnete Position für einen freien Ablauf von Darmabfall beizubehalten, jedoch im Einsatz weich und nachgiebig genug ist, um ein longitudinales Klappen für ein einfaches Einführen in das Rektum des Patienten zu erlauben; der zweite Abschnitt (20) ein erstes Ende, das mit dem zweiten Ende des ersten Abschnitts (18) verbunden ist und ein zweites Ende aufweist und aus...

PORTABLE TOILET SEAT AND APPARATUS FOR BODY DOUCHING

A portable toilet seat (10) and an apparatus suitable for body douching, in particular colon and vaginal douching. The toilet seat (10) comprises a C-shaped body having two side arms (12) forwardly extending from a rear body portion and having gradually decreasing thickness to render the seating more comfortable for an user; downwardly oriented suction cups (21) allow the portable seat (10) to be fastened on a conventional toilet seat, or on a toilet bowl rim. A manually actuable valve unit (31) allows to control the pressure and temperature of the douching fluid supplied to the irrigation nozzle (48).

DC-AC Frequency Converter Type Nose Cleaner

A DC-AC frequency converter type nose cleaner includes an electromagnetic pump, a container storing a cleaning solution, a nose-washing tool and a frequency converter circuit driving the electromagnetic pump. The frequency converter circuit at least includes an oscillator circuit, a bistable circuit and a push-pull circuit. The electromagnetic pump is supplied with AC obtained from the oscillation of DC in the frequency converter circuit. The swing speed, the swing frequency and the swing amplitude of the swing arms vary with the change of the oscillation frequency of the oscillator circuit. Thereby, the discharge pressure and the discharge flow of the electromagnetic pump could further be changed to obtain the most appropriate discharge pressure and discharge flow of the nose cleaner. In other words, the DC-AC frequency converter type nose cleaner can change the pressure and the flow generated by the electromagnetic pump so as to satisfy the requirement of the discharge pressure and flow of the nose cleaner so as to overcome the defect of the discharge pressure of the conventional nose cleaner that is too big to hurt the user.

Sinusal guide cannula and kit for irrigation, suction and washing

The present invention provides a cannula guide tube; and a kit with the cannula guide tube, a flexible transparent cannula or a transparent catheter with an inflatable balloon at the catheter end, and an exploratory device. The kit is for irrigation, suction and washing out purulent or liquid discharges from bacteria infected sinuses. First, the exploratory device is used to find the entrance orifice to a sinus; second, the cannula guide tube is positioned in the sinus orifice entrance; and third, the flexible transparent cannula or the transparent catheter is inserted through the cannula guide tube into the sinus. The flexible transparent cannula or transparent catheter is used to suction the purulent or liquid discharge and to irrigate and wash out the sinus. The cannula guide tube has an opening before the tube end, wherein the opening allows seeing the flexible transparent cannula or transparent catheter inside the tube and the flow of purulent or liquid discharge suctioned from the sinus, as the purulent discharge flows throughout the flexible transparent cannula or the transparent catheter.

Nasal Nebulizer for Transporting and Storing Fluids

A nasal nebulizer with a main canister for receiving fluid and an insert with a fluid channel includes a contiguous pressurized air supply source. The fluid channel may be a tapered tube overlapping an air exit port in the canister. The fluid channel may also comprise a common bell housing surrounding the air exit port above a base of the insert, which rests within the canister. The insert may include an extension projecting out to the canister and a vertical groove may extend down the fluid channel to a hole in the extension, which upon use helps create a vacuum that pulls in deflected fluid. The main canister includes a convex top surface around the periphery of an opening for a reservoir that receives fluids. The top surface extends downwardly to a generally rectangular opening that connects to the pressurized air supply source.

Pump for Powered Irrigator for Sinus Cavity Rinse

A powered irrigator for use in rinsing nasal cavities provides a main body having a handle and fluid reservoir detachably coupled to one another, an outlet nozzle extending from a top end of the handle, a pump mechanism operably coupled to a power source, and a switch operably coupled to the power source for turning the pump mechanism on and off, and when the switch turns on the pump mechanism, fluid flows from the fluid reservoir into a first fluid coupling between the reservoir and the pump mechanism and into a second fluid coupling between the pump mechanism to the outlet nozzle.

Catheter with flow balancing valve

A catheter has at least two irrigated ablation electrodes and a coaxial irrigation tubing to transport fluid to the electrodes by separate and dedicated flow paths. A valve is used to control flow of fluid into the coaxial irrigation tubing by means of a plunger assembly that allows fluid to flow through one lumen of the coaxial irrigation tubing while regulating the flow into the other lumen of the coaxial irrigation tubing in response to the fluid flow rate and pressure applied to the plunger assembly.

Method and apparatus for extending a tube

Apparatus and methods for extending a tube, the apparatus including a foldable tube having a folded portion inside an unfolded portion of the tube, and a source of fluid coupled to the unfolded portion for providing fluid into the unfolded portion to unfold and extend the folded portion out of the unfolded portion to become an extension of the unfolded portion. The apparatus and methods are useful, inter alia, for cleansing the colon in the normal direction, that is, from the cecum to the anus, using an apparatus that is introduced via the anus. A washing liquid is supplied deep into the colon via the soft feed tube that is inserted via the anus and is extended into the colon by inflation. The washing liquid is then drained out via the anus through a drainage channel.

Selectively Moveable Valve Elements for Aspiration and Irrigation Circuits

Various arrangements of fluidics systems are disclosed. In one arrangement, an aspiration circuit for a fluidics system is disclosed that selectively controls aspiration. The aspiration circuit comprises an aspiration line operatively connected to a surgical instrument, an aspiration exhaust line operatively connected to a waste receptacle; an aspiration vent line connected at a first end to the aspiration line; and a selectively variable vent valve operatively connected to the aspiration vent line. The variable vent valve may be selectively moved to vary aspiration pressure within the aspiration line. Other fluidics systems are disclosed that include a selectively positionable irrigation valve that may also be incorporated into a fluidics system that includes a variable vent valve. 1. An aspiration circuit for a fluidics system for selectively controlling aspiration , comprising:an aspiration line operatively connected to a surgical instrument,an aspiration exhaust line operatively connected to a waste receptacle;an aspiration vent line connected at a first end to the aspiration line; anda selectively variable vent valve operatively connected to the aspiration vent line, wherein the variable vent valve may be selectively moved to selectively change aspiration pressure within the aspiration line.2. The aspiration circuit of claim 1 , wherein the aspiration vent line is connected at a second end to the aspiration exhaust line.3. The aspiration circuit of claim 1 , wherein the aspiration vent line is connected at a second end to atmosphere.4. The aspiration circuit of claim 1 , wherein the aspiration vent line is connected at a second end to a vent pressure source of pressurized fluid or saline.5. The aspiration circuit of claim 1 , wherein the aspiration vent line is connected at a second end to an irrigation line.6. The aspiration circuit of claim 1 , wherein the vent valve is a rotary valve that further comprises an input opening claim 1 , an output opening and a ...

Irrigation Catheter Device and Ablation System

An irrigation catheter device, in particular an ablation catheter, including a catheter body in which a central lumen extends from a proximal region into a distal region, wherein a large number of irrigation channels extend away from the lumen, the outlet openings of which out of the catheter body are distributed across the distal end region thereof, wherein sensors are assigned to the central lumen and/or the individual irrigation channels for pressure measurement and/or to measure the flow velocity, to which evaluation means are connected, which are designed to determine the open or closed state of a portion of the irrigation channels on the basis of measured values registered by the sensors. 1. An irrigation catheter device , in particular an ablation catheter , comprising:a catheter body in which a central lumen extends from a proximal region into a distal region, wherein a large number of irrigation channels extend away from the lumen, the outlet openings of which out of the catheter body are distributed across the distal end region thereof, wherein sensors are assigned to the central lumen and/or the individual irrigation channels for pressure measurement or to measure the flow velocity, to which evaluation means are connected, which are designed to determine the open or closed state of a portion of the irrigation channels on the basis of measured values registered by the sensors.2. The irrigation catheter device according to claim 1 , wherein a lumen sensor is assigned only to the central lumen claim 1 , and comparator means are provided in the evaluation means to compare currently registered measured values with stored comparison values for the possible combinations of open and closed states of the irrigation channels.3. The irrigation catheter device according to claim 1 , wherein one irrigation channel sensor is assigned to one irrigation channel claim 1 , and claim 1 , in the evaluation means claim 1 , comparator means for comparing currently registered ...

Nozzle apparatus and methods of using same

In accordance with some embodiments, a nozzle apparatus includes a body having a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a gripping portion for attaching and removing the nozzle apparatus from a container. In one embodiment, the second portion is sized and configured to be positioned in at least one nostril of an individual. A portion of the second portion being asymmetrical to the first portion of the body. The first and second portions of the body define a fluid passageway between an inlet and an outlet of the body. A portion of the fluid passageway is centrally disposed from the inlet of the body along an axis of the body. A portion of the fluid passageway angles obliquely substantially near the outlet of the body. The outlet of the fluid passageway has a diameter greater than the diameter of the passageway.

METHODS, DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR TREATING AND/OR DIAGNOSIS OF DISORDERS OF THE EAR, NOSE AND THROAT

A method for irrigating a paranasal sinus may involve advancing a distal portion of a sinus irrigation catheter through an ostium of a paranasal sinus into the sinus and passing fluid through multiple ports disposed at different locations along a length of the catheter distal portion into the sinus. A flexible irrigation catheter device for irrigating a paranasal sinus may include: an elongate catheter body having a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen therebetween, and a tapered distal portion extending proximally from the distal end of the catheter body; a proximal hub coupled with the proximal end of the catheter body for connecting to a source of irrigation fluid; multiple side ports disposed along the catheter body closer to the distal end than the proximal end and in fluid communication with the lumen; and a distal end port at the distal end of the catheter body. 113-. (canceled)14. A flexible irrigation catheter device for irrigating a paranasal sinus , the device comprising:an elongate catheter body having a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen therebetween, and a tapered distal portion extending proximally from the distal end of the catheter body, wherein at least a portion of the catheter body is sized to pass through a nasal cavity and through a sinus ostium to enter a paranasal sinus;a proximal hub coupled with the proximal end of the catheter body for connecting to a source of irrigation fluid;multiple side ports disposed along the catheter body closer to the distal end than the proximal end and in fluid communication with the lumen; anda distal end port at the distal end of the catheter body.15. The device of claim 14 , wherein the tapered distal portion of the catheter body measures between 0.140 inches and 0.160 inches.16. The device of claim 15 , wherein the side ports are located proximal to the tapered distal portion.17. The device of claim 14 , wherein the side ports comprise three side ports disposed in a helical pattern along the catheter body.18 ...

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR TRANSNASAL IRRIGATION OR SUCTIONING OF THE SINUSES

An irrigation catheter for the treatment of the sinus anatomy is described. The catheter comprises a proximal portion, a rigid middle portion, and a flexible distal portion. The flexible distal portion comprises an irrigation tip and the proximal portion has a stiffness that is intermediate the stiffness of the rigid middle portion and the flexible distal portion. The irrigation tip has a tip opening and one or more radially facing openings. A method for irrigating or suctioning the sinus anatomy includes inserting an irrigation catheter into a patient's anatomy and irrigating or suctioning a target space. 1. An irrigation catheter for the treatment of a sinus , the catheter having an irrigation lumen , said catheter comprising:a proximal portion:a rigid middle portion ; anda flexible distal portion;wherein the flexible distal portion comprises an irrigation tip andwherein the proximal portion has a stiffness that is intermediate the stiffness of said rigid middle portion and said flexible distal portion.2. The catheter of wherein the irrigation tip comprises a tip opening and one or more radially facing openings.33. The catheter of wherein the one or more radially facing openings comprise openings.4. The catheter of wherein the radially facing openings have a diameter of between 0.020 inches and 0.050 inches.5. The catheter of wherein the radially facing openings have a diameter of 0.026 inches.6. The catheter of wherein the rigid middle portion comprises a stiffening member that surrounds the irrigation lumen.7. The catheter of wherein the stiffening member is a hypotube.8. The catheter of wherein the proximal portion comprises a nylon sleeve that surrounds the irrigation lumen.9. The catheter of wherein the medical device further comprises one or more direct visualization markers.10. The catheter of wherein the medical device further comprises one or more radiographic markers.11. The catheter of wherein the medical device further comprises a dual-use connector ...

ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY INSTRUMENTATION

An embodiment of the invention includes a quantum fluid flow management apparatus which controls and facilitates delivery of liquid and/or air to the surgical site during a surgical procedure via a trumpet valve, various restriction (crimping) devices, and a network of tubing for selectively passing air or fluid through to the surgical site. The trumpet valve allows for selective control of air or fluid or both or neither. Additionally the flow management apparatus controls the application and suction of fluids from the surgical site which may be used in cooperation with the injection of a fluid such as water to irrigate the surgical site to remove body fluids, debrided material or the like. 1. An improved endoscopic surgery fluid management apparatus for controlling the delivery of liquid to a surgical site during a surgical procedure wherein the fluid management apparatus comprises a plurality of fluid restriction devices and a trumpet valve including a first valve in communication with a second valve along a main passage for selective transmission of fluid to the surgical site , the improvement comprising:a fluid network operationally connected between said trumpet valve and said restriction devices for fluid communication of said transmitted fluid throughout said fluid network;a main fluid conduit in communication with a fluid delivery means and associated with the first valve; anda patient conduit extending between the second valve and an endoscopic instrument for selective transmission of fluid through the endoscopic instrument towards the surgical site.2. The improved endoscopic surgery fluid management apparatus of further comprising a first passage in communication with the first valve and a second passage in communication with the second valve claim 1 , wherein one of said first passage and second passage is associated with a pneumatic source and the other of said first and second passage is associated with a hydraulic source.3. The improved endoscopic ...

BRONCHOTRACHEAL ACCESS VALVE FOR A BRONCHOASPIRATION APPARATUS

A bronchotracheal access valve for a bronchoaspiration apparatus. The valve is characterized in that the rotation of a second member in a given direction with respect to a first member moves the valve from a configuration in which a conduit communicates hydraulically with a sleeve, to a configuration in which the conduit communicates hydraulically with a flush conduit via a duct and a channel to flush an end portion of a catheter. 1. A method comprising:removing a catheter from within a patient through a patient conduit;rotating a first member of a bronchotracheal access valve in a first direction with respect to a second member of the bronchotracheal access valve such that a catheter insertion conduit and a flush conduit of the bronchotracheal access valve are communicatively coupled to one another, and are not coupled to the patient conduit; andflushing a distal end of the catheter in the catheter insertion conduit with a fluid flowing through the flushing conduit and a duct, wherein the duct is configured to create selective fluid communication between the catheter insertion conduit and the flush conduit, and wherein a surface of the first member closes the patient conduit.2. The method of wherein claim 1 , the first member comprises the catheter insertion conduit and the flush conduit.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second member comprises the patient conduit and at least partially defines the duct that communicatively couples the catheter insertion conduit and the flush conduit.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the duct is substantially semicircular.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the duct comprises a channel integrated in an inner wall of the catheter insertion conduit.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the bronchotracheal access valve comprises a seal between the first member and the second member7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the seal comprises a first region that seals the duct in communication with the flush conduit from the patient conduit ...

Irrigation Devices Adapted to be used with a Light Source for the Identification and Treatment of Bodily Passages

Devices and methods of identifying and treating bodily passages, such as sinus cavities, are provided. More particularly, irrigation devices and methods useful in the identification and treatment of bodily passages, such as sinus cavities, are provided. The irrigation devices comprise an elongate tubular member and an optical fiber which assist with the transcutaneous identification and/or treatment of a bodily passage. 1. An irrigation device adapted to be used with a light source for the identification and treatment of a bodily passage , the irrigation device comprising:an elongate tubular member having a lengthwise axis and comprising a circumferential wall, a first proximal end, and a first distal end, the circumferential wall defining a first lumen extending between the first proximal end and the first distal end and a plurality of apertures, each aperture of the plurality of apertures extending through the circumferential wall and providing access to the first lumen; andan optical fiber disposed in the first lumen of the elongate tubular member and comprising a second proximal end adapted to be operatively connected to said light source and a second distal end attached to the circumferential wall of the elongate tubular member at a point between the plurality of apertures and the distal end relative to the lengthwise axis.2. The irrigation device of claim 1 , wherein the elongate tubular member defines a curve along the lengthwise axis.3. The irrigation device of claim 2 , wherein at least one aperture of the plurality of apertures is defined by the circumferential wall at a point between the curve and the first distal end.4. The irrigation device of claim 2 , wherein each aperture of the plurality of apertures is defined by the circumferential wall at a point between the curve and the first distal end.5. The irrigation device of claim 1 , further comprising an adapter disposed on the first distal end of the elongate tubular member claim 1 , the adapter ...

EZ Ears

A pet ear cleaning device is disclosed for gently cleaning an animal's ears. The device can be used for home or veterinary use. The pet ear cleaning device comprises a nozzle, a liquid reservoir in fluid communication with the nozzle, an internal pump assembly, and a tip for cleaning a pet's ear. A user would press a manual dispensing component which would activate the internal pump assembly which would then draw fluid from the liquid reservoir and transfer it to the nozzle. The liquid reservoir is typically a reusable reservoir that a user would re-fill with ear cleaning solution when empty, or it can be a replacement cartridge. Further, the nozzle typically comprises threads on its end for retaining the cleaning tip on the nozzle. After use, a user would discard the tip via a manually operated discard component that allows a user to remove the soiled tip hands free. 1. A pet ear cleaning device , comprising:a nozzle;a liquid reservoir in fluid communication with the nozzle;an internal pump assembly for transferring fluid from the liquid reservoir to the nozzle;a manual dispensing component for activating the internal pump assembly; anda tip for cleaning a pet's ear.2. The pet ear cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the tip is a disposable tip.3. The pet ear cleaning device of claim 2 , wherein the disposable tip retains fluid which is dispensed from the nozzle.4. The pet ear cleaning device of claim 3 , wherein the nozzle saturates the tip from inside out by way of a misting action that emanates from the nozzle when the manual dispensing component is activated.5. The pet ear cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the manual dispensing component is at least one of a button claim 1 , a trigger claim 1 , or a pump.6. The pet ear cleaning device of claim 1 , further comprising a dust cap secured to the nozzle when the cleaning device is not in use.7. The pet ear cleaning device of claim 6 , wherein the nozzle comprises threads at a base of the nozzle to secure the tip ...

Devices and Method for Maxillary Sinus Lavage

A lavage catheter for the treatment of a maxillary sinus is described. The catheter comprises a proximal portion and a distal portion. The distal portion comprises an irrigation tip. The irrigation tip has a tip opening through which fluid may be delivered by one handed operation of the catheter. A method for lavaging the maxillary sinus includes inserting the lavage catheter into a patient's anatomy and advancing the irrigation tip into the maxillary sinus using one hand. 1. A catheter for the lavage of a maxillary sinus comprising:a distal portion comprising:an elongate shaft with a bend angle of between about 90 degrees and 140 degrees,a distal irrigation tube in coaxial arrangement with said elongate shaft,a distal hub,a proximal hub, andan actuator between said distal hub and said proximal hub for advancing the distal irrigation tube into the maxillary sinus; anda proximal portion comprising an irrigation luer and irrigation tubing.2. The catheter of wherein the irrigation tip comprises a distal tip opening.3. The catheter of wherein the irrigation tip further comprises one or more radially facing openings.4. The catheter of wherein the distal irrigation tube comprises a flexible material selected from the group consisting of nylon claim 1 , polyethylene claim 1 , polyether ether ketone or polyether block amides.5. The catheter of wherein the distal irrigation tube is a polyether block amide.6. The catheter of further comprising one or more direct visualization markers.7. The catheter of further comprising one or more radiographic markers.8. The catheter of wherein the distal irrigation tube surrounds the elongate shaft.9. The catheter of wherein the distal irrigation tube is surrounded by the elongate shaft.10. The catheter of further comprising an illuminating fiber.11. The catheter of wherein the distal irrigation tip has a tapered configuration.12. The catheter of further comprising a pulsation device.13. The catheter of wherein the pulsation device ...

Systems and Methods for Cleaning a Minimally Invasive Instrument

An anatomical probe system comprises an elongated flexible body and an operational component extending within a channel of the flexible body. The system also comprises a support member at a distal end of the elongated flexible body. The support member includes a fluid director adapted to direct a fluid from the channel toward the operational component. The fluid may be automatically directed towards the operational component in response to detecting a material obstruction of an image. 1. An anatomical probe system comprising:an elongated flexible body;an operational component extending within a channel of the flexible body; anda support member at a distal end of the elongated flexible body, the support member including a fluid director adapted to direct a fluid from the channel toward the operational component.2. The system of wherein the operational component is an image capture instrument.3. The system of further comprisinga first detector configured to detect an obstruction of a view of an image capture instrument;a cleaning device configured to initiate a cleaning routine of the image capture instrument when conditioned by the first detector;a second detector configured to detect a decreased obstruction of the view of the image capture instrument and to condition the cleaning device to terminate the cleaning routing.4. The system of wherein the operational component is an illumination device.5. The system of wherein the support member further includes a frame sized and shaped to receive the operational component.6. The system of further comprising a fluid conveyance system for conveying the fluid through the flexible body and the support member.7. The system of wherein the conveyed fluid contacts the operational component within the flexible body.8. The system of wherein the fluid conveyance system provides an irrigation fluid.9. The system of wherein the fluid conveyance system provides an insufflation gas.10. The system of wherein the fluid conveyance system ...

Ear wax removal syringe

The invention is directed to a syringe used to irrigate the ear and remove earwax.

BLOWER INSTRUMENT, APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USING

A surgical blower for providing a directed stream to clear a surgical site, that can be used in multiple different use modes. In one use mode, the surgical blower is handheld by a user during operation. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is handheld. In another mode, a distal end portion of the blower is fixed to a foot of a stabilizer instrument and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object such as a sternal retractor. In another mode, the distal end of the blower is free and the handle of the blower is fixed to a stationary object. An apparatus including a blower and a stabilizer is provided. Methods of using the blower as well as the apparatus are also provided. 125-. (canceled)26. A surgical blower for delivering a fluid to clear a surgical site comprising:an elongated body;tubing disposed along a length of the elongated body; anda nozzle supported at a distal end of the elongated body and in fluid communication with the tubing, wherein the nozzle is configured for delivering the fluid to clear the surgical site and comprises a first recess formed on a first side surface of the nozzle to facilitate gripping and positioning of the nozzle.27. The device of claim 26 , wherein the nozzle further comprises a second recess formed on a second side surface of the nozzle.28. The device of claim 27 , wherein the first recess comprises a generally flat surface portion.29. The device of claim 27 , wherein the first and second recesses are parallel to each other and are configured to be grasped by tweezers and/or forceps.30. The device of claim 27 , wherein the first recess is bounded by a proximally facing distal surface and a distally facing proximal surface for facilitating removal and insertion of the nozzle from a sheath.31. The device of claim 27 , further comprising an attachment member extending from the nozzle configured to be releasably attached to a mating ...

Nasal rinse tip

A device for nasal lavage is described. The device ejects a gentle flow of fluid under pressure. The fluid stream provides a high quantity of fluid at low pressure. The low pressure fluid stream is more comfortable for a user than a high pressure fluid stream that are delivered by various types of pressurized cans of solution.

CONNECTION DEVICE FOR USE IN THE NEGATIVE PRESSURE TREATMENT OF WOUNDS

A connection device for use in the negative pressure therapy of wounds includes a flexible conduit which can be impinged with negative pressure and/or fluid media, the conduit having at least two lumens, a coupling body formed by an elastomeric flexible material which is non-detachably injection molded to a wound-side end section of the conduit, and being constructed for placement on a negative pressure bandage which covers and seals the wound negative pressure tight against the atmosphere, the conduit communicating through at least one opening in the coupling body with the wound space, and an end cap attached and preferably non-detachably fastened to the injection molded-on material of the coupling body, thereby sealing the coupling body tight against the outside. 1. A connection device for use in the negative pressure therapy of wounds comprising:a flexible conduit which can be impinged with negative pressure and/or fluid media, said conduit having at least two lumens;a coupling body formed by an elastomeric flexible material which is non-detachably injection molded to a wound-side end section of the conduit, and being constructed for placement on a negative pressure bandage which covers and seals the wound negative pressure tight against the atmosphere, said conduit communicating through at least one opening in the coupling body with the wound space; andan end cap attached and preferably non-detachably fastened to the injection molded-on material of the coupling body, thereby sealing the coupling body tight against the outside.2. The connection device of claim 1 , wherein the conduit leads to the coupling body essentially parallel to a plane of a two-dimensional extent of the coupling body.3. The connection device of claim 1 , wherein the coupling body is configured so that after the injection molding-on claim 1 , at least one lumen ends freely and that the freely ending lumen is sealed tight towards the out side by the fastened end cap.4. The connection device ...

Infusion Sleeve with Motion Reduction Profile

An infusion sleeve has a flexible tube enclosing a lumen. The tube has a plurality of wall segments, each wall segment located between the lumen and an exterior surface of the tube and extending parallel to a central axis of the tube. The plurality of wall segments includes at least two thick wall segments and at least two thin wall segments alternately arranged such that each thick wall segment is adjacent to two thin wall segments, and each thin wall segment is adjacent to two thick wall segments.

MECHANICAL WOUND THERAPY FOR SUB-ATMOSPHERIC WOUND CARE SYSTEM

A mechanical wound therapy (MWT) system includes a connection for a vacuum source, which is routed through an airtight covering to a porous material positioned over the wound. The porous material may be a tubing network interspaced by a netting material constructed of biologically inert or bioabsorbable material. Alternatively, the porous material may be a layered unified dressing in which layers of mesh, netting or thin perforated film are separated and fixedly attached to functional elements of the dressing (e.g., irrigation tubing) or spacers. The vacuum and irrigation systems may be completely separated. An airtight sealing layer or foldable adhesive sealing layer may seal the dressing and facilitate sealing the dressing to the wound margins. Additional modular devices such as a wound approximating system, positive pressure bladders and adjuvant therapy modules as well as enhanced monitoring technology can be added to synergistically increase the capabilities of each dressing. 14-. (canceled)5. A negative pressure wound therapy dressing apparatus , comprising:a central hub having a manifold with a first fluid line configured to connect to an irrigation fluid source and a second fluid line configured to connect to a vacuum source; a dorsal layer comprising an airtight film material and having an adhesive configured to bond with a region of skin surrounding a wound, at least a portion of the central hub passing through an aperture in a central region of the dorsal layer;', 'an intermediate netting layer positioned below the dorsal layer and mechanically mounted to the central hub;', 'a ventral netting layer positioned below the intermediate netting layer and mechanically mounted to the central hub; and', 'an irrigation tube layer positioned between the intermediate netting layer and the ventral netting layer and including a plurality of irrigation tubes in fluid communication with the first fluid line of the central hub., 'a multi-layered dressing assembly that is ...

LAVAGE DEVICE

A lavage device includes a housing unit, a power module, a transmission unit and an irrigation unit. The housing unit includes a housing body that defines a receiving space having an opening, and a cover that covers openably the opening. The power module is disposed in the receiving space, and is removable from the receiving space via the opening when the cover is opened. The power module includes a motor. The transmission unit includes a driven gear coupled to and driven rotatably by the motor, and a push member driven to reciprocate by the driven gear. The irrigating unit is connected to the transmission unit, and is adapted for drawing liquid through the reciprocate action of the push member and performing irrigation. 1. A lavage device comprising: a housing body that defines a receiving space having an opening, and', 'a cover that is connected to said housing body and that covers openably said opening;, 'a housing unit including'} an outer shell that is formed with a shaft hole,', 'a motor that includes a main body disposed in said outer shell, a rotary shaft extending outwardly of said outer shell via said shaft hole, and a coupling member disposed outside of said outer shell and connected to said rotary shaft,', 'a plurality of batteries that are disposed in said outer shell and that are connected electrically to said motor, and', 'a circuit board that is disposed in said outer shell and that is connected electrically to said motor and said batteries;, 'a power module disposed in said receiving space, and removable from said receiving space via said opening when said cover is opened, said power module including'} a driven gear that is coupled to said coupling member of said motor, and that is driven rotatably by said motor, and', 'a push member that is driven to reciprocate by said driven gear during rotation of said driven gear; and, 'a transmission unit including'}an irrigating unit connected to said transmission unit, and adapted for drawing liquid through ...

Catheter Device Including a Connector

In some embodiments, a catheter device may include a catheter including a proximal end and a distal end. The catheter device may further include a connector coupled to the proximal end of the catheter. The connector may include a base having a recess configured to receive the distal end of the catheter and may include a hinged portion configured to couple to the base to clamp the catheter within the recess. 1. A catheter device comprising:a catheter including a proximal end and a distal end; anda connector coupled to the proximal end of the catheter, the connector including a base having a recess configured to receive the distal end of the catheter and including a hinged portion configured to couple to the base to clamp the catheter within the recess.2. The catheter device of claim 1 , wherein the hinged portion further includes a post configured to compress a lumen of the catheter when the catheter is clamped within the recess.3. The catheter device of claim 2 , wherein the base includes a notch within the recess claim 2 , the notch configured to receive the post claim 2 , wherein the post pinches the lumen to close the distal end to fluid flow.4. The catheter device of claim 1 , wherein the connector includes a fluid port sized to receive a tip of a syringe.5. The catheter device of claim 4 , wherein the connector defines a fluid passage between the fluid port and a lumen of the catheter.6. The catheter device of claim 1 , wherein the catheter includes a lumen extending from the proximal end to the distal end and includes a plurality of openings arranged in a helical pattern about a portion of the catheter claim 1 , each opening extending from the lumen through sidewalls of the catheter.7. The catheter device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of openings are closer to the proximal end than to the distal end of the catheter.8. The catheter device of claim 1 , further comprising a needle including a connection element configured to couple the needle to the distal ...

INTIMATE CLEANSER

The utility model aims at an intimate cleanser, particularly an intimate douche () comprising a bag (), and a fixed and/or threadable applicator nozzle (), in which the folding bag () presents a new practical and anatomic design, resulting in a portable and disposable intimate douche (). Additionally, the utility model provides irrigation of the pelvic cavity through the flow of content, preferably improved water expelled from the intimate douche () into the female and/or male pelvic cavity in order to assist in hygiene, cleansing, treating, odorizing, gut flora replacement, lubrication and/or anesthesia of such cavities. 1. INTIMATE CLEANSER , characterized in that wherein it comprises an intimate douche comprising a bag , and a fixed and/or threadable applicator nozzle , in which the bag is foldable and presents a new practical and anatomic design , resulting in a portable and disposable intimate douche.2. INTIMATE CLEANSER claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the bag comprises a multilayer polymeric film laminated with low density polyethylene and/or biaxially oriented nylon films claim 1 , BOPP films claim 1 , PP claim 1 , nylon/poly claim 1 , preferably polyethylene terephthalate (PET) sealed along their ends.3. INTIMATE CLEANSER claim 2 , according to claim 2 , wherein the process of sealing the bag is performed through temperature melting and/or ultrasound.4. INTIMATE CLEANSER claim 3 , according to claim 3 , wherein the sealing of the junction of the bag and the fixed and/or threadable applicator nozzle is carried out without the need for reinforcing material.5. INTIMATE CLEANSER claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the bag comprises an internal volume of 50 to 800 ml claim 1 , preferably an internal volume of 300 ml.6. INTIMATE CLEANSER claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the bag is foldable when empty for conditioning the intimate douche in the compact packages claim 1 , such as packages of condoms.7. INTIMATE CLEANSER claim 1 , according to ...

EAR CLEANING DEVICES AND METHODS

A system and method to irrigate a user's auditory canal. A fluid can be dispensed from a reservoir through a fluid path and out through openings of a delivery element into the auditory canal. A pump may be used to facilitate the process of dispensing the fluid. The fluid can be delivered to the user's auditory canal for a predetermined period of time. Such a time period may be user selectable. The discharge from the irrigation is removed from the user's auditory canal via a discharge port located on the delivery element. The discharge exits the delivery element and proceeds to a discharge reservoir via a discharge path. A vacuum may be used to generate a negative pressure to facilitate the removal of the discharge from the auditory canal. 1. An apparatus , comprising: a coupling element detachably coupleable to a delivery element sized for insertion into the ear;', 'a housing configured to support a first reservoir and a second reservoir adjacent to one another, the first reservoir configured to contain a first volume of fluid and the second reservoir configured to receive a second volume of fluid;', 'a first channel configured to provide fluid communication between the first reservoir and the coupling element such that the first volume of fluid can be delivered from the first reservoir to the coupling element; and', 'a second channel configured to provide fluid communication between the second reservoir and the coupling element such that the second volume of fluid can be received in the second reservoir from the coupling element., 'an earpiece defining a cavity configured to receive an ear of a subject, the earpiece including2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the earpiece is a first earpiece claim 1 , the coupling element is a first coupling element claim 1 , the delivery element is a first delivery element claim 1 , the cavity is a first cavity claim 1 , and the ear is a first ear claim 1 , the apparatus further comprising:a second earpiece defining a second ...

URETHRAL DELIVERY DEVICE

An urethral antimicrobial delivery device () comprising; a deformable reservoir () in fluid connection with an elongate member (), the elongate member comprising a lumen, the elongate member having a proximal end and a distal end, the elongate member having a plurality of pores () defined therein, said pores being distributed along a length of said elongate member, the elongate member being dimensioned for insertion through an external urethral orifice of a female subject, whereby the elongate member is insertable into a distal urethral cavity for delivery of an antimicrobial in said distal urethral cavity, and wherein the device comprises a collar () to prevent said elongate member entering a proximal urethral cavity. 135.-. (canceled)36. A method of treating , preventing or reducing the likelihood of urinary tract infection comprising employing a urethral delivery device to incorporate a temporary barrier within the distal urethral cavity of a female subject prior to engaging in sexual activity;wherein the urethral deliver device comprises:a deformable reservoir in fluid connection with an elongate member, the elongate member comprising a lumen, the elongate member having a proximal end and a distal end,the elongate member having a terminal orifice defined therein at the distal end of the elongate member, the elongate member being dimensioned for insertion through an external urethral orifice of a female subject, whereby the elongate member is insertable into a distal urethral cavity for delivery of an antimicrobial in said distal urethral cavity;wherein the temporary barrier is a gel which reduces the likelihood of bacterial migration into the proximal urethral cavity and into the bladder during intercourse.37. The method of claim 36 , wherein the elongate member comprises a plurality of pores defined therein claim 36 , said pores being distributed along a length of said elongate member.38. The method of claim 36 , wherein the elongate member comprises a ...

ORAL IRRIGATOR WITH BACK FLOW PREVENTION

An oral irrigator with back flow prevention is described. The oral irrigator may include a reservoir, a base, a handle, and a one-way or unidirectional valve. The base may support the reservoir and include a pump fluidly connected to the reservoir. The handle may be positioned external the base and in fluid communication with the pump via a hose. The valve may be positioned external the base to inhibit or seal fluid from flowing from a downstream side of the valve toward the pump. 1. An oral irrigator comprising:a reservoir;a base supporting the reservoir and including a pump fluidly connected to the reservoir;a handle positioned external the base and in fluid communication with the pump via a hose; anda unidirectional valve positioned external the base to seal fluid from flowing from a downstream side of the valve toward the pump.2. The oral irrigator of claim 1 , wherein the valve is positioned downstream of the hose.3. The oral irrigator of claim 1 , wherein the valve is positioned within the handle.4. The oral irrigator of claim 3 , wherein the handle defines an internal chamber for receiving a tablet claim 3 , and the valve is positioned upstream of the tablet to prevent fluid intermixed with the tablet from flowing into the hose.5. The oral irrigator of claim 1 , wherein the handle includes a housing defining a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet.6. The oral irrigator of claim 5 , wherein the valve is positioned downstream of the fluid inlet of the housing.7. The oral irrigator of claim 5 , wherein the valve is positioned within the housing between the fluid inlet and the fluid outlet.8. The oral irrigator of claim 5 , further comprising a tip coupled to the fluid outlet of the housing.9. The oral irrigator of claim 1 , wherein the valve includes a body claim 1 , a first flap extending inwardly from the body claim 1 , and a second flap extending inwardly from the body toward the first flap.10. The oral irrigator of claim 9 , wherein the first flap and the second ...

VAGINAL DOUCHE WITH A COMPOSITION TO TIGHTEN THE VAGINA

A vaginal douche bottle with a composition of ingredients to tighten and prevention of growth of bad microorganisms in reproductive organs of human is provided. The vaginal douche bottle includes a removable cap, a middle portion, a bottom portion, and threads. The removable cap is adapted to remove from the vaginal douche bottle when a pipe adapter is required to be coupled with the vaginal douche bottle. The middle portion allows a user to hold the vaginal douche bottle. Threads are grooved on a top portion of the vaginal douche bottle to couple with a lower portion of the pipe adapter. The composition of ingredients filled in the vaginal douche bottle. When the middle portion of the vaginal douche bottle is pressed, the composition of ingredients comes out from the vaginal douche bottle through the adapter pipe and cleans the reproductive organs of the user. 1. A vaginal douche bottle with a composition of ingredients to tighten and prevention of growth of bad microorganisms in reproductive organs of human , wherein said vaginal douche bottle comprises:a removable cap that is adapted to remove from vaginal douche bottle when a pipe adapter is required to be coupled with said vaginal douche bottle;a middle portion that allows a user to hold said vaginal douche bottle;a bottom portion that provides a support to whole said vaginal douche bottle; anda plurality of threads that are grooved on a top portion of said vaginal douche bottle to couple with a lower portion of said pipe adapter;wherein said composition of ingredients filled in said vaginal douche bottle, wherein when said middle portion of said vaginal douche bottle is pressed, said composition of ingredients comes out from said vaginal douche bottle through said adapter pipe and cleans the reproductive organs of said user.2Echinacea, clendulaLactobacillus acidophilus,. The vaginal douche bottle of claim 1 , wherein said composition of ingredients comprises a mixture of apple cider vinegar claim 1 , purified ...

IRRIGATING AND ILLUMINATING SURGICAL SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS

An illuminated surgical device includes a shaft and an optical fiber. The shaft includes a body having a central bore defined therein, and a passage extending through the shaft body to the central bore of the shaft. The shaft is configured for at least partial insertion into a human body. The optical fiber extends at least partially through the bore of the shaft such that light emitted from the optical fiber passes through the passage and is directed radially outward from the shaft. 1. An illuminated surgical device comprising:a shaft including a body having a central bore defined therein and a passage extending through the shaft body to the central bore of the shaft, the shaft configured for at least partial insertion into a human body; andan optical fiber extending at least partially through the bore of the shaft such that light emitted from the optical fiber passes through the passage and is directed radially outward from the shaft.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a head coupled to the shaft claim 1 , the head including a recessed portion to maintain a position of the shaft within the human body.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a stop slidably coupled to the shaft claim 1 , the stop configured to position against the human body to maintain a position of the shaft within the body.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the shaft comprises a shielding portion opposite the passage claim 1 , the shielding portion configured to direct light through the passage.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the passage comprises a first passage and a second passage.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein light is directed radially outward from the first passage claim 5 , and at least one of the first and second passages are configured to deliver an irrigation fluid into the body.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the shaft is configured to be inserted into a cornea of an eye and retained by the eye such that the shaft is positioned across an anterior chamber of the ...

Enema and Vaginal Cleaning Apparatus

An apparatus for holding and administering an enema and vaginal cleaning includes a container with an opening and a port. A fitting is provided having a threaded portion, and a neck portion. A nut is configured to engage the threaded portion, with a first seal seated between the flange portion and the container, and a second seal seated between the nut and the container. A hose has a first end and a second end, with the first end coupled to the fitting adjacent the neck portion, and a tip has an insertion end for inserting into the hose. The tip is configured for emitting the fluid from the hose, as the liquid moves from the container, through the hose, and out of the tip under gravity. 1. An apparatus for holding and administering a liquid for an enema and for vaginal cleaning , the apparatus comprising:a container configured for holding the liquid, the container having an opening for receiving the liquid and a port forming a bore through the container;a fitting having a threaded portion, and a neck portion, with a flange portion separating the threaded portion and the neck portion;a nut configured to engage the threaded portion, the nut having a diameter larger than the port;a first seal seated between the flange portion and the container, and a second seal seated between the nut and the container;a hose having a first end and a second end, with the first end coupled to the fitting adjacent the neck portion, the hose comprising a flexible material;a tip having an insertion end for inserting into the second end of the hose, a stopper flange for regulating a distance the tip can be inserted into the second end, the tip configured for emitting the fluid from the hose; andwherein the liquid moves from the container, through the hose, and out of the tip under gravity.2. The apparatus of wherein the container comprises a re-sealable closure.3. the apparatus of wherein the container comprises a jar having a threaded lid portion.4. The apparatus of wherein the container ...

DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR THE TREATMENT OF BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA AND RELATED LOWER URINARY TRACT SYMPTOMS

Devices and systems are disclosed for managing and/or treating body tissues obstructing a hollow body lumen, including the prostatic lobe tissues obstructing the urethra, for example conditions including benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), bladder outlet obstruction (BOO), benign prostatic obstruction (BPO) and associated lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). An implant is maintained in a constrained configuration within a distal portion of an elongated sheath so that is may be deployed by driving the implant with a pusher coaxially disposed within the sheath. An implant engaging element helps maintain control of the implant during deployment. 1. A system for delivering and deploying an implant at a desired location in a lumen of a body , comprising:an elongated sheath configured for introduction through a working channel of a cystoscope having an atraumatic tip at a distal end;a handle secured to a proximal end of the elongated sheath;a pusher disposed within the elongated sheath;a deployment actuator associated with the handle and coupled to the pusher; andan implant maintained in a constrained configuration within the elongated sheath adjacent to the atraumatic tip, wherein manipulation of the deployment actuator results in relative motion between the pusher and the elongated sheath to cause the implant to be deployed from the atraumatic tip of the elongated sheath.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an advancement knob on the handle for adjusting a working length of the elongated sheath and implant deployment position.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the deployment actuator is a slider coupled to a proximal end of the pusher.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the manipulation of the deployment actuator retracts the elongated sheath to cause the implant to be deployed from the atraumatic tip of the elongated sheath.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein manipulation of the deployment actuator moves the pusher distally to cause the implant to be deployed ...

DEVICE OF CONTROLLED PROVISION OF SEA WATER IN THE NOSE

For the treatment of the upper respiratory system is used sea water due to its due to its anaplastic, healing and hypertonic (osmosis) characteristics, deriving if it stays for adequate time inside the nasal conchas and nose cavities. This invention for its accomplishment, guarantees a stable column of water for adequate period of time in the nasal cavities and by the ingestion (Valsava) the water is pushed in the nasal conchas and the ducts of the nose sinuses and cavities and is consisted of Central storehouses () having a movable pin () with manually-operated provides water via the pipe () in the mouth (). The central pipe () provides the water to the nose and the small pipe () to the periphery of the mouth () that expands it for its sealed application and is based in two edges (). Alternatively the pipes () and the mouths are joined by one () which is adapted in the entrance () of the bag () with a pin (), moved by electricity () or manually-operated. 1. Device to simultaneously provide , in a controlled and repeated manner , a quantity of fixed volume of sea water or saline containing antibiotic in nasal cavities , nasal conchae and paranasal sinuses , comprising:a base; andtwo pipes, connected to the base, each having a main channel and a secondary channel, the channels ending at an end with a mouth having an expandable periphery, wherein the base is configured to simultaneously provide content to the nose through the main pipes from a main storage area and wherein the base further comprises a secondary storehouse configured to be filled with water and provide water to the periphery of the mouth to expand.2. A device according to claim 1 , where the mouth has an anatomic shape corresponding to the exit part of the nasal cavity in order to achieve sealed application claim 1 , when the periphery expands and wherein each mouth has two points one out frontal point and one out lower point claim 1 , configured so that the expanded mouth to be fitted at an upper- ...

ELONGATE TUBULAR MEMBER HAVING A CROSSOVER PORT

A system may include an elongate tubular member having a first lumen, a second lumen, and a crossover port extending in between the first and second lumens such that the two lumens are in fluid communication with each other via the crossover port. The first lumen may have a distal opening that is more restrictive than a distal opening of the second lumen. Fluid may be inserted into the first lumen, where it flows distally toward the crossover port. When the fluid reaches the crossover port, at least some of the fluid may enter the second lumen where the fluid passes through the distal opening of the second lumen to outside the tubular member. A blocking structure may be disposed near the distal opening of the first lumen, which may at least partially seal the distal opening of the first lumen. 1. A system comprising: a body extending from the proximal portion to the distal portion, wherein the body comprises a web;', 'a plurality of lumens extending in the body from the proximal portion to the distal portion and separated from each other by the web, the plurality of lumens comprising a first lumen having a first distal opening and a second lumen having a second distal opening;', 'a crossover port extending in the web at the distal portion between the first lumen and the second lumen, wherein the first lumen and the second are in fluid communication with each other via the crossover port;', 'an inlet port through which the fluid is inserted into the first lumen; and', 'a fluid flow path that extends from the inlet port to the second distal opening of the second lumen via the crossover port., 'an elongate tubular member extending from a proximal portion to a distal portion, the tubular member comprising2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a blocking structure disposed in the first lumen at the distal portion claim 1 , wherein the blocking structure at least partially seals the first distal opening.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the blocking structure ...

PRESSURE CONTROL IN PHACOEMULSIFICATION SYSTEM

A surgical system comprises a pressurized irrigation fluid source with a flexible bag located between two opposing plates. An irrigation line is fluidly coupled to the pressurized irrigation fluid source. A hand piece with an irrigation sleeve is fluidly coupled to the irrigation line. A controller controls the pressurized irrigation fluid source based on a rate of change of a source pressure associated with the pressurized irrigation fluid source and a rate of change of a linear displacement of one or both opposing plates. 1. A surgical system comprising:a pressurized irrigation fluid source, the pressurized irrigation fluid source comprising a flexible bag located between two opposing plates;an irrigation line fluidly coupled to the pressurized irrigation fluid source;a hand piece fluidly coupled to the irrigation line, the hand piece including an irrigation sleeve; anda controller for controlling the pressurized irrigation fluid source;wherein the controller controls the pressurized irrigation fluid source based on a rate of change of a source pressure associated with the pressurized irrigation fluid source and a rate of change of a linear displacement of one or both opposing plates.2. The surgical system of wherein the controller controls the pressurized irrigation fluid source further based on compliance of the pressurized irrigation fluid source.3. The surgical system of wherein the controller controls the pressurized irrigation fluid source further based on incision leakage4. The surgical system of wherein the controller controls the pressurized irrigation fluid source further based on sleeve compression.5. The surgical system of further comprising:a display; anda controller input device.6. The surgical system of wherein the controller input device receives a desired intraocular pressure value and the controller controls the pressurized irrigation fluid source so as to maintain the desired intraocular pressure value.7. The surgical system of wherein the ...

Interface Tubing for Peristaltic Pump

A pump interface tubing for use in a peristaltic pump includes a tubular core having an outer surface and a treatment on the outer surface. The treatment reduces static charge buildup on the tubular core during operation of the peristaltic pump, and thereby reduces the noise signal that might otherwise undesirably couple to a signal of interest. Treatments include nitrile layers, heat shrink layers, cotton fiber layers, and anti-static sprays. 1. A pump interface tubing for use in a peristaltic pump , the pump interface tubing comprising:a tubular core having an outer surface; anda treatment on the outer surface of the tubular core, wherein the treatment reduces static charge buildup on the tubular core during operation of the peristaltic pump,wherein the tubular core comprises a first material and wherein the treatment comprises a layer of heat shrink material formed about the tubular core.2. The pump interface tubing according to claim 1 , wherein the heat shrink material is closer to zero on the triboelectric scale than the first material.3. The pump interface tubing according to claim 1 , wherein the treatment further resists abrasion of the tubular core during operation of the peristaltic pump.4. The pump interface tubing according to claim 1 , further comprising:a first key at a first end of the pump interface tubing; anda second key at a second end of the pump interface tubing,wherein the first key and the second key are adapted to interconnect the pump interface tubing with an irrigation tube.5. The pump interface tubing according to claim 1 , wherein the treatment extends along less than an entire length of the outer surface of the tubular core.6. An irrigation system for use with an irrigated electrophysiology catheter claim 1 , comprising:a peristaltic pump; and{'claim-text': ['a tubular core having an outer surface; and', 'a treatment on the outer surface of the tubular core, wherein the treatment reduces a noise signal resulting from operation of the ...

VACUUM POWERED SALINE INJECTION SYSTEM

A method and apparatus for injecting saline into an open cavity of a patient's body, and, alternatively, vacuuming fluids from said cavity during laparoscopic surgery that provides constant feed and amplified pressure to provide a steady fluid output, in a disposable, single use handheld surgical device. 1a pump portion; anda wand portion connected in fluidic communication with the pump portion; a vacuum powered pump motor connectable to a vacuum source;', 'a first generally cylindrical chamber having a fluidic inlet chamber portion and a fluid storage portion, the first generally cylindrical chamber having a first major axis extending therethrough and being connected to the vacuum powered pump motor;', 'a first spring-biased disk positioned in the first generally cylindrical chamber and oriented perpendicularly with respect to the first major axis; and', 'a fluid outlet connected in fluidic communication with the first generally cylindrical chamber;', 'a spring-biased valve operationally connected to the vacuum powered pump motor;', 'a second generally cylindrical chamber having a second major axis extending therethrough, the second major axis being spaced from the first major axis;', 'a second spring-biased disk positioned in the second generally cylindrical chamber and oriented perpendicularly with the second major axis and operationally connected to the spring-biased valve;, 'wherein the pump portion comprises an elongated cannula;', 'a first fluid inlet port;', 'a first length of flexible tubing operationally connected to the first fluid inlet port and operationally connected to the fluid outlet;', 'a second fluid inlet port;', 'a second length of flexible tubing operationally connected to the second fluid inlet port and operationally connectable to the vacuum source;', 'a pivotable valve connected in fluidic communication with the first fluid inlet port, the second fluid inlet port, and the elongated cannula;, 'wherein the wand portion further compriseswherein ...

NASAL DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

A drug delivery device capable of forming a medicated mist that reaches the nasal and paranasal sinus cavities contains a puncturing element within its canister. The puncturing element is used in combination with a compartment that contains a filling. The compartment is optionally detachable from an interior of the device or entirely separate from the device. The puncturing element punctures the compartment, releasing the filling into the reservoir of the device to provide a medicated liquid. The device may store any form of medication so long as the medication remains stable. When dry powder forms are desired, the reservoir and/or compartment may be filled with a solution or diluent so as to form the medicated liquid, which may then be dispensed as a mist through the device following the puncturing. 136-. (canceled)37. An interface for a nasal drug delivery device comprising:a canister comprising a reservoir, an air exit port and a puncturing element on an inner surface of the canister, wherein the air exit port extends beyond a rim of the canister and the puncturing element comprising a puncturing tip positioned below the rim;an insert comprising a fluid channel that fits over the air exit port; andwherein the air exit port defines and end of a tube portion extending from a pressurized air supply source interface at an opposite end of the tube portion from the air exit port, the air supply source interface configured for receiving pressurized air from a pressurized air supply source and directing pressurized air through the air exit port to dispense a medication within the reservoir in the form of a mist.3835. The interface of claim comprising an extension between the fluid channel and the canister , and a storage compartment comprising a filling , the storage compartment attached to the extension and the extension comprising an air vent on the storage compartment , wherein at least a portion of the storage compartment is formed of a material that can be ...

Disposable pulse lavage/suction devices and systems for orthopaedic surgery

The invention relates to disposable pulse lavage/suction devices ( 100, 400, 600 ) and systems for orthopaedic surgery. The general principle of the invention starts from the need to provide irrigation and/or suction devices and systems, having a low environmental impact. For this purpose, it is desirable that the disposable elements of such devices and systems can be easily incinerated and/or recycled. To this end, the inventors have identified that the motor, the pump and the battery/cell of said devices and systems should not be part of the disposable elements. The inventors have noted that in hospital operating theatres or similar environments, electromedical apparatuses are found that comprise a pump driven by a motor. Said electromedical devices are powered by the mains. The invention proposes irrigation and/or suction devices and systems that do not directly consume electrical power in order to ensure the operation thereof, but that use the electrical power supply of electromedical apparatuses present in the hospital operating theatres.

Apparatus And Method For Securing An Elongate Member To A Medical Instrument

An apparatus and method of securing an elongate member to a medical instrument. The apparatus comprising an attachment device including a base, a liner, and an adhesive. The base comprising an aperture configured to receive the elongate member, wherein the liner may be positioned adjacent the aperture and axially aligned with the elongate member when the attachment device is coupled to the medical instrument. The attachment device may comprise a pair of apertures and the liner may be positioned adjacent the adhesive and at least partially between the pair of apertures. The method of securing the elongate member to the medical instrument comprises threading the elongate member through the aperture of the attachment device and adhering the attachment device to the medical instrument. The method of manufacturing the attachment device may comprise cutting the aperture in the base, the adhesive, and liner. 1. An attachment device for securing an elongate member to a medical instrument , said attachment device comprising:a liner;a base comprising a first base aperture and a second base aperture;an adhesive;wherein said adhesive is disposed at least partially between said base and said liner; andwherein said liner is at least partially between said first base aperture and said second base aperture and is adjacent to said adhesive.2. The attachment device of claim 1 , wherein said base further comprises a recess surrounding said first base aperture and said second base aperture.3. The attachment device of claim 1 , wherein said attachment device further comprises indicia representative of a method of attaching said attachment device to the medical instrument.4. The attachment device of claim 1 , wherein said liner further comprises a first liner portion and a second liner portion;wherein said first liner portion is disposed at least partially between said first base aperture and said second base aperture;wherein said second liner portion is separable from said first liner ...

ABLATION CATHETER

An ablation catheter including a handle, a tubular irrigation member defining a fluid lumen and having a plurality of perforations proximal the distal end of the tubular irrigation member. At least one ablation electrode is arranged at the distal end of an elongate tubular sheath inserted into the lumen of the tubular irrigation member, the elongate tubular sheath being axially displaceable within the lumen of the tubular irrigation member. The ablation catheter may also include two ablation electrodes each attached to an elongate tubuar sheath which are telescopically arranged within the tubular irrigation member. The ablation electrodes may be displaceable simultaneously together or individually. 1. An ablation catheter which includes:a tubular irrigation member of a non-conductive material having a proximal end and a distal end, the tubular member defining a fluid lumen and having one or more perforations at or proximal the distal end of the tubular member;an elongate tubular sheath having a lumen extending from a proximal end of the tubular sheath to a distal end of the tubular sheath, and one or more ablation electrodes arranged at, or adjacent, the distal end, the elongate tubular member being removably received into the fluid lumen of the irrigation member and the proximal end of the elongate tubular sheath connected to a control handle, wherein the elongate tubular sheath is axially displaceable within the fluid lumen of the irrigation member.2. The catheter according to in which the tubular irrigation member includes an inlet for receiving pressurized fluid into the fluid lumen of the irrigation member to be energized by the one or more ablation electrodes before being expelled through the one or more perforations of the irrigation member.3. The catheter according to which includes a second elongate tubular sheath having one or more ablation electrodes arranged at claim 1 , or adjacent claim 1 , its distal end claim 1 , the second elongate tubular sheath ...

Remote-Controlled Medicine Delivery System

Aspects of the present invention provide a method and a remote-controlled guidance system for delivering and applying medicines to a region of the body that may not otherwise be easily accessible (e.g., to the perianal region). The system is designed to enable the user to administer their medicine at a desirable angle they control, while the user is in a relatively comfortable and efficacious position for the treatment. The device can present a safer, more hygienic, and more effective alternative method to self-administer perianal medicines than any option currently available. To this extent, the system can present a discreet, “hands-free” alternative to the current options, or couple to other system, such as a bidet toilet seat system, thereby substantially eliminating any discomfort, ineffectiveness, and/or embarrassment a user might otherwise experience. 1. A remote-controlled delivery system , comprising:a nozzle delivery assembly;a first motor being connected to the nozzle delivery assembly and capable of directing one or more extending and retracting movements of the nozzle delivery assembly;one or more second motors being connected to the nozzle delivery assembly and capable of directing one or more three-dimensional rotational movements of the nozzle delivery assembly; andone or more dynamic steering remote control units adapted to be communicating with both the first motor and the one or more second motors and directing one or more movements of the first motor and the one or more second motors.2. The remote-controlled delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the nozzle delivery assembly comprises a wash nozzle and a medicinal delivery nozzle.3. The remote-controlled delivery system of claim 2 , wherein the wash nozzle further comprises a water jet head.4. The remote-controlled delivery system of claim 2 , wherein the medicinal delivery nozzle further comprises a medicinal liquid inlet being connected to a medicinal storage assembly.5. The remote-controlled ...

Devices and Method for Maxillary Sinus Lavage

A lavage catheter for the treatment of a maxillary sinus is described. The catheter comprises a proximal portion and a distal portion. The distal portion comprises an irrigation tip. The irrigation tip has a tip opening through which fluid may be delivered by one handed operation of the catheter. A method for lavaging the maxillary sinus includes inserting the lavage catheter into a patient's anatomy and advancing the irrigation tip into the maxillary sinus using one hand. 116-. (canceled)17. A method for lavaging a maxillary sinus , said method comprising: a distal portion which comprises:', 'an elongate shaft with a bend angle of between about 90 degrees and 140 degrees,', 'a distal irrigation tube in coaxial arrangement with said elongate shaft, the distal irrigation tube being coaxially surrounded by the elongate shaft, the distal irrigation tube having side irrigation holes and an atraumatic ball tip that blocks a distal end of the distal irrigation tube,', 'a handle comprising an actuator, and', 'a proximal portion comprising an irrigation luer and irrigation tubing, in the nasal anatomy of a patient;, 'positioning a lavage catheter comprising'}connecting a fluid source to the irrigation catheter;with one hand, advancing the distal end of the irrigation tube into the maxillary sinus by sliding the actuator along the handle; anddelivering fluid to the maxillary sinus from the fluid source though the lavage catheter.18. The method of wherein the delivering the fluid occurs at a flow rate of between 50 ml/min and 250 ml/min.19. The method of wherein the fluid is selected from the group consisting of water claim 17 , saline claim 17 , contrast agents claim 17 , antimicrobial agents anti-inflammatory agents claim 17 , decongestants claim 17 , mucous thinning agents claim 17 , anesthetic agents claim 17 , analgesic agents claim 17 , antiallergenic agents claim 17 , allergens claim 17 , anti-proliferative agents claim 17 , hemostatic agents claim 17 , cytotoxic ...

Abscess Irrigation Systems

An irrigator system for delivering a volume of fluid from a fluid source to an abscess or wound. The irrigator system includes a fluid source connector for removably connecting to the fluid source, a fluid delivery nozzle for delivering the fluid to the abscess or wound, and a shield removably positioned around the fluid delivery nozzle to protect the fluid delivery nozzle. 147-. (canceled)48. An irrigation system for delivering a volume of fluid from a fluid source to an abscess or wound , the irrigation system comprising:a fluid source connector;a fluid delivery nozzle;a first shield; anda second shield configured to be removably attached to the first shield;wherein a distal tip of the fluid delivery nozzle extends beyond a distal end of the first shield, and the distal tip of the fluid delivery nozzle does not extend beyond a distal end of the second shield when the second shield is attached to the first shield.49. The irrigation system of claim 48 , wherein the fluid source connector and the first shield are monolithic.50. The irrigation system of claim 48 , wherein the fluid delivery nozzle claim 48 , the first shield claim 48 , the second shield claim 48 , or any combination thereof claim 48 , is transparent.51. The irrigation system of claim 48 , wherein the distal tip of the fluid delivery nozzle extends beyond the distal end of the first shield a distance of about 30 millimeters or less.52. The irrigation system of claim 48 , wherein the fluid delivery nozzle extends beyond the distal end of the first shield a distance of about 15 millimeters or about 18 millimeters.53. A method for delivering a volume of fluid from a fluid source to an abscess or wound using the irrigation system of claim 48 , the method comprising:removably connecting the fluid source connector to the fluid source;directing the volume of fluid from the fluid source to the fluid delivery nozzle; anddispensing the volume of fluid from the fluid delivery nozzle to the abscess or wound.54. ...

Dispenser comprising actuating piston and outlet check valve

A valved container assembly which has a container for containing a fluid, the container extending in an axial direction and having an open front end and a valve disposed in the container. The valved container assembly is configured so that forward axial movement of the valve relative to the container is inhibited. A plunger element is disposed axially rearward of the valve and is axially moveable in the container. The plunger element is configured to increase the pressure of a fluid in a first volume of the container upon forward axial movement relative to the valve. The valve includes a channel bypassing the permanent seal, the channel having a first opening in fluid communication with the atmosphere outside of the valved container assembly and a second opening selectively sealed from the first volume by a resilient seal.

Selectively moveable valve elements for aspiration and irrigation circuits

Various arrangements of fluidics systems are disclosed. In one arrangement, an aspiration circuit for a fluidics system is disclosed that selectively controls aspiration. The aspiration circuit comprises an aspiration line operatively connected to a surgical instrument, an aspiration exhaust line operatively connected to a waste receptacle; an aspiration vent line connected at a first end to the aspiration line; and a selectively variable vent valve operatively connected to the aspiration vent line. The variable vent valve may be selectively moved to vary aspiration pressure within the aspiration line. Other fluidics systems are disclosed that include a selectively positionable irrigation valve that may also be incorporated into a fluidics system that includes a variable vent valve.

Trans Anal Irrigation Platform with Bed Module

A trans anal irrigation device that can be used on a bed. The device includes a rectal catheter connected to an irrigation fluid supply. A waste collection bag is also connected to the catheter. The catheter may be insertable in a seat attached to a fluid supply line. A valve in one of the catheter or seat selectably allows or prevents fluid communication between the catheter and a waste collection bag. The catheter may include an inflationless cuff made of a flexible material that permits it to be inserted in the rectum to prevent leakage around the exterior of the catheter. 1. A rectal catheter for trans anal irrigation , the catheter having a barrel with an insertion tip at a proximal end thereof , the barrel defining at least one lumen therein and at least one port communicating with the lumen and the exterior of the barrel , a valve at a distal end of the barrel , the valve being in fluid communication with the lumen and selectably movable between open and closed positions which permit and prevent , respectively , fluid flow out of the lumen at the distal end of the barrel , a connector attached to the barrel intermediate the valve and the port , the connector having a passage in fluid communication with the lumen and being capable of connection to an irrigation fluid supply.2. The structure of further comprising an inflationless cuff attached to the exterior of the barrel claim 1 , the cuff being made of a flexible material.3. A trans anal irrigation system claim 1 , comprising:a rectal catheter, the catheter having a barrel with an insertion tip at a proximal end thereof, the barrel defining at least one lumen therein and at least one port communicating with the lumen and the exterior of the barrel, a valve at a distal end of the barrel, the valve being in fluid communication with the lumen and selectably movable between open and closed positions which permit and prevent, respectively, fluid flow out of the lumen at the distal end of the barrel, a connector ...

Releasable Plug Connection Consisting of Two Components, Namely a Jack and a Plug, as well as a Jack and a Nozzle Tube Forming a Plug

A releasable plug connection for inserting a nozzle tube into a jack includes a hollow cylinder and a sleeve displaceably mounted on the cylinder. A nozzle tube, forming the hollow cylinder, is provided with radially spring-loaded lugs, the free ends of which are in contact with a locking surface. The locking surface is formed on a flange of the sleeve, which can slide relative to the hollow cylinder against the force of a spring. To release the connection, the sleeve is pushed back so that the lugs are pushed inwardly, and ends of the lugs slide from the locking surface. As soon as the lug ends have left the locking surface, the nozzle tube shoots from the jack under the action of the spring. 1. A nozzle tube comprising:a distal end for discharge of liquid into a body orifice,a proximal end for connection to a fluid discharge device, andat least one lug standing out from the nozzle tube at an acute angle towards the distal end that yields in radial direction under spring load.2. The nozzle tube according to claim 1 , wherein the nozzle tube is an ear syringe nozzle tube.3. The nozzle tube according to claim 1 , wherein the nozzle tube is a dental water jet nozzle tube.4. The nozzle tube according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one lug is one of two lugs standing out from the nozzle tube at acute angles towards the distal end.5. The nozzle tube according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one lug is one of four lugs standing out from the nozzle tube at acute angles towards the distal end.6. The nozzle tube according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one lug has an end defining an end surface which claim 1 , in a relaxed spring state of the lug claim 1 , extends largely vertically with respect to a longitudinal axis of the nozzle tube.7. The nozzle tube according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one lug has a base formed by a web radially standing out from the nozzle tube.8. The nozzle tube according to claim 7 , wherein the web forms an abutting surface for a ...

PROTECTIVE COVER

A protective cover for the protection against contamination from body and/or irrigation fluid during treatment of wounds/ulcers includes a first opening to be placed on a patient and a second opening for inserting a handpiece. The protective cover includes a fluid-tight and flexible hollow body that defines a treatment chamber having a shape that adapts to motion of a handpiece. The hollow body may include a stiffening element for keeping the first opening in an open state during treatment. Additionally, a device for the irrigation of wounds or ulcers, such as for debriding dead body tissue by way of a micro water jet, may include a hand-operated lance with a nozzle for producing an irrigation fluid jet, such as a micro water jet. The lance may be inserted through the second opening of the protective cover so that the nozzle is located within the treatment chamber of the protective cover. 1. A protective cover for protection against contamination from body and/or irrigation fluid during treatment of wounds or ulcers , said protective cover comprising:a first opening to be placed on a body part of a patient; anda second opening adapted for insertion of a handpiece for wound or ulcer treatment,wherein said protective cover comprises a fluid-tight and flexible hollow body which in the interior defines a treatment chamber having a shape that adapts to the motion of said handpiece; said hollow body is provided with at least one stiffening element for keeping said first opening in an open state during treatment; and said stiffening element extends around a longitudinal axis of said hollow body in a helical shape over at least part of the length of its shell.2. The protective cover according to claim 1 , wherein at least one inner layer of said hollow body facing said treatment chamber is made of absorbent material claim 1 , in particular of porous absorbent material claim 1 , for receiving fluid from the aerosol produced during the treatment in said treatment chamber.3. ...

ENEMA DISPENSER

An enema includes a liquid in a dispenser having a bottle, a nozzle attached to the bottle, and a valve. The valve may be a membrane having a slit and a thickness of at most mm. The valve may be attached to the bottle or it may be attached to the nozzle. The enema can be administered more easily, with a lower amount of force. A method of bowel cleansing includes inserting the enema into a rectum and applying a compression force to the enema bottle. 126-. (canceled)27. A dispenser , comprising:a bottle comprising a bottle opening;a nozzle, attached to the bottle at the bottle opening, and comprising a proximal opening, a distal opening, and a lumen between the proximal opening and the distal opening; anda valve comprising a membrane having a slit and a thickness of 0.05 to 0.90 mm.28. The dispenser of claim 27 , wherein the valve is attached to the bottle opening.29. (canceled)30. (canceled)31. The dispenser of claim 27 , wherein the valve is attached to the nozzle and extends across the lumen.32. The dispenser of claim 27 , wherein the valve prevents liquid flow from the distal opening into the bottle.3337-. (canceled)3833. The enema dispenser of claim 27 , further comprising lubricant on the nozzle.39. The dispenser of claim 27 , further comprising a protective shield on the nozzle.40. (canceled)41. An enema claim 27 , comprising:a bottle comprising a bottle opening;a nozzle, attached to the bottle at the bottle opening, and comprising a distal opening;a valve comprising a membrane having a slit, anda liquid in the bottle;wherein at least a portion of the liquid can be dispensed through the distal opening when the bottle is compressed with a force of at most 15 Newtons, andthe liquid comprises a unit dose of a composition selected from the group consisting of an aqueous mixture comprising dibasic sodium phosphate and monobasic sodium phosphate, an aqueous mixture comprising bisacodyl, and mineral oil.42. (canceled)43. The enema of claim 41 , wherein at least a ...

Enema and Coloscopy Aide

A colonoscopy or enema aide is described which decreases friction or “rub” on the anus. Specifically, the colonoscope or enema tube is placed through the device which is then inserted into the rectum. The device prevents air from escaping. The device comprises a circular base and a conical section extending from the base to a tip through which the scope or tube is passed during use. 1. A method of administering a rectal tube to an individual in need of such treatment comprising: an open base arranged to be fitted against the outside of an anal opening; and', 'a conical section extending from the base, said conical section tapering to a tip, said conical portion arranged to be inserted into an anal opening;, 'providing an aide comprisinginserting a first end of the rectal tube through the tip of the conical portion of the aide such that the tip of the aide is proximal to the first end of the tube and the base is distal to the first end of the tube, said tube being in communication at a second end thereof with a reservoir of fluid;applying the aide to the individual such that the conical section of the aide is inserted into the anal opening of the individual and the base of the aide is fitted against the outside of the anal opening of the individual and the first end of the rectal tube is inserted into the colon at a proper depth; andadministering the fluid to the individual.2. The method according to wherein the rectal tube is an enema tube.31. The method according wherein the rectal tube is a medical scope.4. The method according to wherein the fluid is an enema fluid.5. The method according to wherein the fluid is air.6. A method of administering an enema to an individual in need of such treatment comprising: an open base arranged to be fitted against the outside of an anal opening; and', 'a conical section extending from the base, said conical section tapering to a tip, said conical portion arranged to be inserted into an anal opening;, 'providing an enema aide ...

System and Method for Hematoma Formation Prevention

A system and method of performing a procedure for decompression of a spine that includes arranging instrumentalities for performing percutaneous lateral and caudal neural adhesiolysis before or during percutaneous decompression of the spine; and converting high pressure veins to low pressure veins thereby preventing hematoma formation. 1. A method of performing a procedure for decompression of a spine , the method comprising:arranging instrumentalities for performing percutaneous lateral and caudal neural adhesiolysis before or during percutaneous decompression of the spine; andconverting one or more high pressure veins to one or more low pressure veins thereby preventing hematoma formation.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein converting one or more high pressure veins to one or more low pressure veins occurs within a spinal canal.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising: percutaneously decompressing one or a plurality of neural elements of the spine including the exiting nerves from the spinal canal and the spinal cord and caudal equina to treat spinal stenosis.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein percutaneously decompressing a plurality of neural elements is performed with fluoroscopy.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein percutaneously decompressing a plurality of neural elements is performed without fluoroscopy.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the instrumentalities comprise an epidural catheter comprising a tubular member with a flexible tip claim 1 , the epidural catheter being guidable to a target fibrosis at a ventral target claim 1 , the method further comprising:depositing, by the epidural catheter, a pressurized liquid solution to the ventral target; andallowing fluid to pass out the spinal canal to achieve fluid foraminotomies thereby converting the one or more high pressure veins to one or more low pressure veins.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the allowing fluid to pass out the spinal canal comprises:cleaning, by the liquid solution, one or more ...

APPLICATION AID FOR THE TREATMENT OF WOUNDS

The invention relates to a flexible application aid for the treatment of wounds. The application aid can be used in particular for the debridement and/or cleansing of wounds, including the skin surrounding the wound. The application aid according to the invention including a flexible or elastically deformable application wand, facilitates debridement of superficial to deep wounds without the risk of injury to the wound. 1. An application aid for debriding or cleansing of wounds comprising a bendable application wand having a rear end and a front end , a longitudinal direction , a front section adjacent the front end , a rear section adjacent the rear end , two opposite sides , and a cross section , said application wand further comprising a flexible bending section between the front section and the rear section , said bending section having greater flexibility than the front section and/or rear section wherein the front section holds a wound cleansing head , the wound cleansing head comprising a fiber wound cleansing pad or fiber wound cleansing wipe comprising synthetic fibers.2. The application aid according to claim 1 , characterized in that the front section of the application wand comprises a fastening section for holding the wound cleansing head and the rear section comprises a grasping handle section3. The application aid according to claim 2 , characterized in that the bending section of the application wand comprises a reduced cross section compared to grasping handle section claim 2 , and/or a notch or depression that extends in a direction transverse to the longitudinal direction of the application wand claim 2 , said reduced cross section and/or notch provide increased flexibility to the bending section.4. The application aid according to claim 2 , where the grasping handle section extends over more than ⅓ and less than ⅔ of the longitudinal direction of application wand and the fastening section extends over more than ⅕ and less than ⅓ of the ...

SYSTEMS, APPARATUS, AND METHODS FOR ADMINISTERING A SUBSTANCE

Apparatus, kits, and methods for administering a substance are presented. A device for administering a substance includes an elongated body having a proximal end and a distal end, the elongated body defining an internal chamber extending between the proximal end and the distal end to direct the substance to the distal end, the distal end to connect with a tip, the tip to be at least partially inserted into an orifice of a body lumen of a subject, the tip having a shape configured to reduce leakage of the substance from the orifice upon the at least partial insertion. The tip includes an opening to pass the substance from the internal chamber into the body lumen; and a transducer to emit an ultrasound wave from the tip into the body lumen, thereby administering the substance to tissue in the body lumen. 1. A device for administering a substance , the device comprising:an elongated body having a proximal end and a distal end, the elongated body defining an internal chamber extending between the proximal end and the distal end to direct the substance to the distal end, the distal end to connect with a tip, the tip to be at least partially inserted into an orifice of a body lumen of a subject, the tip having a shape configured to reduce leakage of the substance from the orifice upon the at least partial insertion, the tip comprising:an opening to pass the substance from the internal chamber into the body lumen; anda transducer to emit an ultrasound wave from the tip into the body lumen, thereby administering the substance to tissue in the body lumen.2. A tip for a device for administering a substance , the tip to be at least partially inserted in a rectum of a subject , the tip comprising:an opening to pass the substance from an internal chamber of the device into at least the rectum, the tip having a shape configured to reduce leakage of the substance from the rectum upon the at least partial insertion; anda transducer to emit an ultrasound wave from the tip into at ...

NEOVAGINAL AND VAGINAL HEALTH DEVICES

The scope of the invention encompasses novel, multifunctional tools for maintaining the neovagina. The tools comprise novel dilator shapes that conform the anatomical pathway of the neovagina. The tools may further include a douching function for the effective and thorough washing of the neovagina, which is not achieved with standard douching devices. The tools may also comprise a measurement function for medical evaluation of the neovagina and to aid in proper dilation. Also presented herein are novel devices for delivery of agents to the natal vagina, including insemination devices. 1. A neovaginal dilator , comprisinga tubular body having a distal and proximal end,wherein the distal end is blunted or rounded;wherein the proximal end is connected to a base structure; andwherein the body is shaped to conform to a neovagina, having a curved distal portion and a curved proximal portion.2. The neovaginal dilator of claim 1 , whereinthe curved proximal section and curved distal sections are angled in the same direction.3. The neovaginal dilator of claim 1 , whereinthe curved proximal section and curved distal sections are angled in opposing directions.4. The neovaginal dilator of claim 1 , whereinthe dilator also comprises a douching nozzle;wherein the tubular body comprises an internal channel, wherein the proximal end of the channel is located in the base structure and comprises a fitting for an irrigant source; andwherein the channel comprises one or more outlets on tubular body.5. The neovaginal dilator of claim 4 , whereinthe fitting comprises a Leuer lock or a threaded or a locking connection for a douche bulb.6. The neovaginal dilator of claim 4 , whereinthe outer surface of the body comprises one or more channels or grooves.7. The neovaginal dilator of claim 4 , whereinthe outer surface of the tubular body comprises a plurality of protrusions.8. The neovaginal dilator of claim 1 , further comprisinga series of markings along the length of the tubular body that ...

INSERTABLE ENDOSCOPIC INSTRUMENT FOR TISSUE REMOVAL

An improved flexible endoscopic instrument to precisely and efficiently obtains samples of flat polyps and multiple polyps from a patient by debriding one or more polyps and retrieving the debrided polyps without having to alternate between using a separate cutting tool and a separate sample retrieving tool and may be used with an endoscope. In one aspect, the cutting tool is coupled to a flexible torque coil or torque rope that is configured to transfer rotational energy from a powered actuator through the length of the endoscope onto the cutting tool. 1. An flexible endoscopic instrument insertable within a single instrument channel of a flexible endoscope , the endoscopic instrument comprising:a cutting assembly configured to resect material at a site within a subject, the cutting assembly including an outer cannula and an inner cannula disposed within the outer cannula, the outer cannula defining an opening through which the material to be resected enters the cutting assembly;a flexible outer tubing coupled to the outer cannula and configured to cause the outer cannula to rotate relative to the inner cannula, the flexible outer tubing having an outer diameter that is smaller than the instrument channel in which the flexible endoscopic instrument is insertable;a flexible torque component comprising one of a flexible torque coil or a flexible torque rope, the flexible torque component having a portion disposed within the flexible outer tubing, the flexible torque component having a distal end coupled to the inner cannula, the flexible torque component configured to rotate the inner cannula relative to the outer cannula to resect the material to be resected responsive to actuation of the flexible torque component; andan aspiration channel having an aspiration port configured to engage with a vacuum source, the aspiration channel partially defined by an inner wall of the inner cannula and extending from an opening defined in the inner cannula to the aspiration port. ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PATIENT SKIN TREATMENT AND IRRIGATION

A system for irrigating a patient's skin. The system includes a fluid container that includes a first compartment and a second compartment, the first compartment being adapted to retain a first fluid on a first side of a divider and the second compartment being adapted to retain a second fluid on a second side of the divider. The system also includes an irrigation sleeve adapted cover a portion of the patient's skin. The system also includes a fluid charging portion adapted to receive a portion of the first fluid and a portion of the second fluid, wherein the portion of the first fluid reacts with the portion of the second fluid to form a charged compound in the fluid charging portion. The system also includes a compound delivery portion that extends at a first end of the compound delivery portion from the fluid charging portion, the compound delivery portion being adapted to deliver the charged compound from the fluid charging portion to the irrigation sleeve. 1. A system for irrigating a patient's skin , the system comprising:a fluid container that includes a first compartment and a second compartment, the first compartment being adapted to retain a first fluid on a first side of a divider and the second compartment being adapted to retain a second fluid on a second side of the divider;an irrigation sleeve adapted cover a portion of the patient's skin;a fluid charging portion adapted to receive a portion of the first fluid and a portion of the second fluid, wherein the portion of the first fluid reacts with the portion of the second fluid to form a charged compound in the fluid charging portion; anda compound delivery portion that extends at a first end of the compound delivery portion from the fluid charging portion, the compound delivery portion being adapted to deliver the charged compound from the fluid charging portion to the irrigation sleeve.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a first aperture disposed on the irrigation sleeve claim 1 , the first ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DELIVERY OF A SOLUTION INTO A BODY ORIFICE

A diffusing applicator is provided and generally includes a head unit, and extension shaft, and a dispensing device. The head unit includes a fluid receiving space and a plurality of dispensing passageways in communication the fluid receiving space. The extension shaft is securely connected to the head unit. The dispensing device is for holding a fluid and is connected to the extension shaft. The dispensing device is in communication with the plurality of dispensing passageways and urges fluid through extension shaft and through the dispensing passageways. 1. A diffusing applicator comprising:a head unit having a fluid receiving space and a plurality of dispensing passageways in communication the fluid receiving space;an extension shaft securely connected to the head unit; anda dispensing device for holding a fluid and connected to the extension shaft, the dispensing device in communication with the plurality of dispensing passageways and urging fluid through extension shaft and through the dispensing passageways.2. The diffusing applicator of claim 1 , further comprising a slide positioned over and moveable along the extension shaft.3. The diffusing applicator of claim 2 , wherein the slide is positionable along the extension shaft to prevent the head unit from advancing forward in an orifice.4. The diffusing applicator of claim 2 , wherein the slide is a ring shaped member having an inner circumference sized to receive and bias outer walls of the extension shaft.5. The diffusing applicator of claim 2 , further comprising a dispensing device for holding a fluid and connected to the extension shaft claim 2 , the dispensing device in communication with the dispensing passageway.6. The diffusing applicator of claim 5 , wherein the dispensing passageway is a single forward frontal discharge tip having angled outer sidewalls at an end thereof.7. The diffusing applicator of claim 6 , wherein the head unit includes a rounded polished tip that sits flush with the extension ...

Systems and methods for anesthetizing ear tissue

A system and method for use in iontophoretic anesthesia of a tympanic membrane are disclosed. The system generally includes an earplug and an electrode device. The earplug includes at least one sealing member for sealing the earplug in an ear canal. The sealing member includes microholes which vent fluid above a certain pressure threshold. A headset may connect the earplug to a second earplug. The method involves using the system on a human or animal subject.

Irrigation system with mechanical fluid pressure control

An irrigation system for anal or stomal irrigation includes a tubing system attachable between a reservoir and a catheter. The tubing system has a proximal portion attachable to the reservoir and a distal portion including a distal end that is attachable to the catheter, with the tubing system providing an irrigation flow path from the proximal portion attachable to the reservoir through the distal end attachable to the catheter. A pump is operable to move the liquid through the irrigation flow path to provide the anal or stomal irrigation out of the catheter. A pressure control device is attachable to the distal portion of the tubing system and communicates with the catheter. The pressure control device has a valve that is adapted to limit an irrigation pressure for the anal or stomal irrigation out of the catheter to a value less than a pre-determined pressure threshold.

IRRIGATION FLUID CONTAINMENT SYSTEMS

Various irrigation fluid containment systems and components are disclosed. In some embodiments, the irrigation fluid containment system comprises a medical kit and/or an irrigation kit. In some embodiments, the irrigation fluid containment system comprises a medical basin and/or an irrigation basin. In some embodiments, the irrigation fluid containment system comprises an irrigation shield. In some embodiments, the irrigation fluid containment system comprises a suction hose. 177-. (canceled)78. A medical basin for collecting fluid during an irrigation procedure of a wound on a human extremity , the medical basin comprising:a base on which the medical basin is configured to rest; an interior surface;', 'an exterior surface comprising a top end and a bottom end, the exterior surface being inclined such that the bottom end of the exterior surface is closer to a center of the medical basin than the top end of the exterior surface when the medical basin is resting on the base;', 'a first side and a second side, wherein the first side and second side are opposed to each other, the first side including a first recess configured to receive the extremity and the second side including a second recess configured to receive the extremity; and', 'a third side and a fourth side, wherein the third side and fourth side are opposed to each other; and, 'a peripheral wall connected to the base, the peripheral wall and the base together bounding a cavity that is configured to receive irrigation fluid during the irrigation procedure, wherein the peripheral wall comprisesa clip configured to couple to the peripheral wall of the medical basin, the clip configured to engage and disengage with a suction hose to hold the hose in place relative to the peripheral wall to facilitate draining of irrigation fluid from the cavity.79. The medical of claim 78 , wherein the clip is movable relative to the peripheral wall.80. The medical basin of claim 78 , wherein the peripheral wall further ...

Connector for Surgical Handpiece

A surgical handpiece nosecone having an end overmold portion and/or an internal overmold portion. The end overmold portion is located at an end of the nosecone and compressed between the surgical handpiece housing and nosecone. The internal overmold portion is positioned radially about the nosecone on the inner surface to provide a fluid tight seal that prevents ingress of irrigation fluid into the housing. 1. A method for attaching members of a medical device , comprising:providing a first member having a first body and a first connecting section, the first connecting section having a first end face, an inner surface, a nub on the inner surface extending radially inward, and an end overmold portion at least partially covering the first end face;providing a second member having a second body, a second connecting section and a shoulder at the junction between the second body and the second connecting section, the second connecting section having a second end face and an outer surface, the outer surface having a groove extending from the second end face towards the shoulder;telescoping the second connecting section into the first connecting section;locating the groove in the outer surface of the second connecting section;positioning the nub to engage the groove and moving the nub in the groove towards the shoulder until the end overmold portion contacts the shoulder whereby the end overmold portion is compressed between the first body and the second body.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:providing more than one nub on the inner surface radially about the first connecting section;providing more than one groove on the outer surface arranged radially about the second connecting section, wherein each nub is positioned to engage with each groove; andpositioning each nub to engage each groove; andmoving each nub in each groove towards the shoulder until the end overmold portion contacts the shoulder.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the overmold portion is made ...

WOUND MANAGEMENT

A method and apparatus are disclosed for delivering at least one agent to a wound site. The method includes the steps of providing a delivery tube having an outlet at a wound site, covering the wound site with a drape and introducing agent at an agent inlet port of the delivery tube. The agent passes along the delivery tube through the drape to the wound site. The agent can be a wide variety or mixture of fluids such as but not limited to pain relief medicament, anti-biotics, saline solution and/or hydrating fluid. 1. A method of delivering at least one agent to a wound site; comprising the steps of:providing a delivery tube having an outlet at a wound site;covering the wound site with a drape; andintroducing an agent at an agent inlet port of the delivery tube, the agent passing along the delivery tube through or under the drape to the wound site.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:prior to introduction of the agent, opening an inlet valve of the delivery tube.3. The method as claimed in claim 2 , further comprising the steps of:opening the inlet valve by releasing a pinch clamp secured to the delivery tube.4. A method according to claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:prior to introduction of the agent, removing a securing cap from an inlet filter of the delivery tube.5. A method according to claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:introducing agent by at least partially filling a syringe with a quantity of agent;securing the syringe to the agent inlet port;injecting the agent into the delivery tube, agent being ejected from the outlet to thereby deliver agent at the wound site.6. A method according to claim 5 , further comprising the steps of:subsequent to ejection of the agent at the wound site, securing a cap on a filter of the delivery tube, closing an inlet valve on the delivery tube and removing the syringe.7. A method according claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:introducing the agent by connecting a reservoir ...

Anus cleaner

The invention discloses an anus cleaner, comprising a bottle body, wherein the inside of the bottle body is a hollow structure; the bottom of the bottle body is provided with a bottle bottom, and the bottle bottom is curved; the center of the bottle bottom is provided with a through hole, and a steel ball check valve is installed in the through hole; the end of the bottle body away from the bottle bottom is provided with a bottleneck, and the bottleneck is provided with threads; the bottleneck is equipped with a cleaning head; the bottom of the cleaning head is provided with threads, and the threads are provided on a mounting table; the mounting table and the bottleneck are matched and connected with the same size; the top of the mounting table is provided with a cleaning neck.

Ultrasonic Dispersion of Compositions in Tissue

Therapeutic agents, diagnostic agents and other compositions can be effectively delivered to target tissues using ultrasonic dispersion. For example, a therapeutic agent in solution may be injected subcutaneously in the vicinity of a target tissue in a patient. External ultrasound is used to disperse the therapeutic agent in the target tissue. The disclosed methods provide increased concentrations of therapeutic agents in tissue relative to traditional delivery methods, thereby improving therapeutic outcomes while reducing costs. In addition the methods can be used to deliver effective concentrations of therapeutic agents to tissues with limited blood supply. 17.-. (canceled)8. A method of treating a patient comprising:identifying a treatment field associated with the patient;subcutaneously injecting a solution comprising a therapeutic dose of a drug dissolved therein to the treatment field and in a vicinity of a target tissue; andapplying ultrasound transcutaneously toward the treatment field associated with the target tissue and the subcutaneously injected solution, wherein the transcutaneously applied ultrasound is applied for 5 minutes or less at a power density of 2.5 to 4 W/cm2 and at a frequency less than 5 MHz such that the ultrasound interacts with the subcutaneously injected solution to disperse the solution with the therapeutic dose of drug dissolved therein through the treatment field and into the target tissue via microstreaming or by cavitation, the therapeutic dose of drug dissolved in the solution being dispersed through the target tissue at a concentration of at least 200 micrograms/ml fifty minutes after the application of transcutaneous ultrasound, wherein the concentration of drug in the target tissue is therapeutically effective against a pathogen in the target tissue while maintaining serum concentration of the drug to less than 10 micrograms/ml one hour after the application of transcutaneous ultrasound; andmonitoring a temperature during ...

GUIDEWIRE ASSEMBLY WITH INTERTWINED CORE WIRE

An apparatus and method of manufacture includes a helical wire coil and a core wire. The core wire has a first wire portion and a second wire portion. The first wire portion of the core wire extends through the helical wire coil. The second wire portion of the core wire is intertwined with the first helical wire coil to fixedly secure the core wire relative to the first helical wire coil. The core wire is formed from a first material that is non-extensible. The core wire is fixedly secured relative to a distal portion of the helical wire coil such that the core wire inhibits longitudinal elongation of the helical wire coil along a longitudinal coil axis. 1. An apparatus , comprising:(a) a first helical wire coil; and(b) a core wire having a first wire portion and a second wire portion, wherein the first wire portion of the core wire extends through the first helical wire coil, wherein the second wire portion of the core wire is intertwined with the first helical wire coil to fixedly secure the core wire relative to the first helical wire coil, wherein the core wire is formed from a first material that is non-extensible,wherein the core wire is fixedly secured relative to a distal portion of the first helical wire coil such that the core wire inhibits longitudinal elongation of the first helical wire coil along a longitudinal coil axis.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the core wire is engaged with the first helical wire coil to inhibit relative movement therebetween for securement.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first helical wire coil defines a helical space claim 1 , and wherein the core wire is intertwined with the first helical wire coil such that the core wire is received within the helical space.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second portion of the core wire has a second helical wire coil claim 1 , and wherein the second helical wire coil defines at least a portion of a helix and is intertwined with the first helical wire coil.5. The ...

MOTORIZED IRRIGATION SYSTEM WITH IMPROVED FLOW CONTROL

Disclosed are irrigation systems and methods, e.g., for rectal/anal irrigation. In some aspects, a system comprises a reservoir for an irrigating liquid, a probe for arrangement in a user, tubing providing fluid communication between said reservoir and probe, and an electrical pump for indirectly pumping irrigation liquid from the reservoir to the probe through said tubing, said electrical pump being controllable to assume a plurality of predetermined flow rates. The system may comprise an electrically operable valve to continuously control a degree of openness of said tubing, a flow sensor to measure an actual flow rate of the irrigation liquid in the probe, and a controller to obtain a desired flow rate, and control the flow rate of the electric pump to one of said plurality of flow rates exceeding the desired flow rate, and to continuously regulate the electrically operable valve based on the measured actual flow rate. 1. An irrigation system , comprising:a reservoir to hold an irrigating liquid;a probe able to be inserted in a user;tubing to provide fluid communication between said reservoir and said probe;an electrical pump to indirectly pump irrigation liquid from the reservoir to the probe through said tubing, said electrical pump being controllable to assume a plurality of predetermined flow rates;an electrically operable valve to continuously control a degree of openness of said tubing between a fully closed state and a fully opened state;a flow sensor to measure an actual flow rate of the irrigation liquid in the probe; anda controller arranged to obtain a desired flow rate from a user interface, and configured to control the flow rate of the electric pump to one of said plurality of flow rates exceeding said desired flow rate, and to continuously regulate the electrically operable valve based on the measured actual flow rate, thereby limiting the flow rate provided by the electric pump to obtain said desired output flow rate.2. The irrigation system of ...

VALVED CONTAINER ASSEMBLY

A valved container assembly comprising a container for containing a fluid, the container extending in an axial direction and having an open front end, a valve disposed in the container; and a plunger element disposed axially rearward of the valve. The plunger element is axially moveable in the container and a first volume is provided in the container between the plunger element and the valve, wherein the plunger element is configured to increase a pressure of the fluid in the first volume upon axial movement of the plunger element relative to the valve. The valve comprises a seal fluidly sealing the valve to an interior of the container along an entire perimeter of the valve, and a channel bypassing the seal, the channel having a first opening in fluid communication with an atmosphere outside of the valved container assembly and a second opening selectively sealed from the first volume by a resilient seal. The resilient seal is moveable between a sealing configuration and an open configuration to selectively seal the channel from the first volume, wherein in the sealing configuration the resilient seal fluidly seals against the container to fluidly seal the valve to the container so as to fluidly isolate the channel from the first volume, and in the open configuration the resilient seal does not fluidly seal against the container to fluidly seal the valve to the container so that the second opening of the channel is in fluid communication with the first volume. The resilient seal is moveable from the sealing configuration to the open configuration upon the pressure of the fluid in the first volume exceeding a first pressure threshold. 1. A valved container assembly comprising:a container for containing a fluid, the container extending in an axial direction and having an open front end;a valve disposed in the container; anda plunger element disposed axially rearward of the valve, the plunger element being axially moveable in the container and wherein a first volume ...

BISACODYL COMPOSITIONS AND DELIVERY APPARATUS

A pharmaceutical composition comprising bisacodyl [4,4′-(pyridine-2-ylmethylene)bis(4,1-phenylene) diacetate], a solvent, a buffer, and a polymer, methods and apparatus for delivery to a patient. 1. A liquid suppository , comprising:bisacodyl,acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate cross-polymer,optionally, a solvent,optionally, a pH adjuster,optionally, a buffer,optionally, a preservative,optionally, a chelating agent, andoptionally, a wetting agent.2. A liquid suppository , consisting essentially of:bisacodyl,acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate cross-polymer,optionally, a solvent,optionally, a pH adjuster,optionally, a buffer,optionally, a preservative,optionally, a chelating agent, andoptionally, a wetting agent.3. The liquid suppository of claim 1 , wherein the bisacodyl is present in an amount of 0.1-0.5% by weight.4. The liquid suppository of claim 1 , wherein the acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate cross-polymer is present in an amount of 0.11-0.15% by weight.5. The liquid suppository of claim 1 , further comprising the solvent claim 1 ,wherein the solvent is present in an amount of 95-99% by weight, andthe solvent comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of water and glycerin.6. The liquid suppository of claim 1 , further comprising the pH adjuster claim 1 ,wherein the pH adjuster is present in an amount of 0.02-0.05% by weight.7. The liquid suppository of claim 1 , further comprising the buffer claim 1 ,wherein the buffer is present in an amount of 0.01-0.04% by weight.8. The liquid suppository of claim 1 , further comprising the preservative claim 1 ,wherein the preservative is present in an amount of 0.01-0.4% by weight, andthe preservative comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of methyl paraben and propyl paraben.9. The liquid suppository of claim 1 , further comprising the chelating agent claim 1 ,wherein the chelating agent is present in an amount of 0.02-0.08% by weight.10. The liquid suppository of claim 1 , further ...

Bilateral Frontal Sinus Device

A bilateral frontal sinus insert which has a flexible body defining an interstitial member adjacent a horizontal tube and a vertical tube. The flexible body having entry and exits apertures for fluids and or particulates in fluid form. The fluids or particulates can include medicines. The body flexes for insertion within the sinus area, positioning within the sinus area and for extraction from the sinus area. The interstitial member is defined by an aperture or by a layer of flexible material in between the vertical and horizontal tubes. Downward or upward movement of the vertical tube is used to reduce or increase the width between the interstitial members for retaining or releasing fluid in a controlled manner. 1. A bilateral frontal sinus device comprising:an elongate horizontal tube;an elongate vertical tube; andan interstitial member adjoined the horizontal tube and vertical tube therebetween.2. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein the elongate horizontal tube and the elongate vertical tube are flexible.3. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein the elongate horizontal tube and the elongate vertical are expandable.4. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein the length of elongate horizontal tube is from about 2 cm to about 10 cm and the length of the elongate vertical tube is from about 10 cm to about 20 cm.5. The bilateral device of claim 4 , wherein the length of elongate horizontal tube is from about 3 cm to about 5 cm and the length of the elongate vertical tube is from about 12 cm to about 15 cm.6. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein an inside diameter of the vertical tube or horizontal tube is from about 0.1 mm to about 2.0 mm and an outside diameter of the vertical tube or horizontal tube is from about 1.0 mm to about 5.0 mm.7. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein the vertical tube claim 1 , receive claim 1 , retain claim 1 , or disperse medicated or non-medicated substance.8. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein arms of the ...

Bilateral Frontal Sinus Device

A bilateral frontal sinus insert which has a flexible body defining an interstitial member adjacent a horizontal tube and a vertical tube. The flexible body having entry and exits apertures for fluids and or particulates in fluid form. The fluids or particulates can include medicines. The body flexes for insertion within the sinus area, positioning within the sinus area and for extraction from the sinus area. The interstitial member is defined by an aperture or by a layer of flexible material in between the vertical and horizontal tubes. Downward or upward movement of the vertical tube is used to reduce or increase the width between the interstitial members for retaining or releasing fluid in a controlled manner. 1. A bilateral frontal sinus device comprising:an elongate horizontal tube;an elongate vertical tube; andan interstitial member adjoined the horizontal tube and vertical tube therebetween.2. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein the elongate horizontal tube and the elongate vertical tube are flexible.3. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein the elongate horizontal tube and the elongate vertical are expandable.4. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein the length of elongate horizontal tube is from about 2 cm to about 10 cm and the length of the elongate vertical tube is from about 10 cm to about 20 cm.5. The bilateral device of claim 4 , wherein the length of elongate horizontal tube is from about 3 cm to about 5 cm and the length of the elongate vertical tube is from about 12 cm to about 15 cm.6. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein an inside diameter of the vertical tube or horizontal tube is from about 0.1 mm to about 2.0 mm and an outside diameter of the vertical tube or horizontal tube is from about 1.0 mm to about 5.0 mm.7. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein the vertical tube claim 1 , receive claim 1 , retain claim 1 , or disperse medicated or non-medicated substance.8. The bilateral device of claim 1 , wherein arms of the ...

MICRO-DISPENSER BASED EAR TREATMENT

Technologies are generally described for treatment of ear canal through a micro-dispenser-based treatment system. In some examples, ear canal irrigating fluids may be dispensed in a controlled volume and pressure through one or more micro-dispensers to dissolve and remove ear wax in a gentle and safe manner without harming the eardrum. Through positioning of the micro-dispensers or nozzles of the micro-dispensers, the fluid may be aimed directly at specific areas within the ear canal with a high degree of precision. The micro-dispenser(s) and an optional imaging device such as a camera may be integrated with an otoscope or a cannula for manual manipulation as well as for aiming the fluid jet with visual assessment of cleaning effectiveness 1. A micro-dispenser based ear canal treatment system , comprising: 'direct a fluid to a selected region of an ear canal through one or more micro-dispensers; and', 'a delivery module comprising a supply sub-system and a dispensing sub-system, wherein the delivery module is configured to determine one or more dispensation parameters for the fluid to be directed to the ear canal; and', 'determine the region of the ear canal to be targeted., 'a controller coupled to the delivery module, the controller configured to2. The treatment system of claim 1 , further comprising a camera coupled to the controller claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to determine the region of the ear canal to be targeted based on one or more of: manual manipulation of the treatment system or detection of a build-up of ear wax via inspection through the camera.3. (canceled)4. The treatment system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to determine the region of the ear canal to be targeted based on detection of a build-up of ear wax via inspection through a camera claim 1 , and wherein the camera is part of:a cannula that includes one or more nozzles of one or more micro-dispensers positioned at a tip of the cannula; oran otoscope that ...

Transanal irrigation device and system

A device for performing transanal irrigation includes an elongated neck having a proximal end and a flushing liquid channel passing therethrough. In a system including the device, the flushing liquid channel communicates with a source of flushing liquid. An insert is positioned on the proximal end of the neck of the device and is inserted into a body cavity of a user. The insert has a flushing liquid opening that is in fluid communication with the flushing liquid channel of the neck. A control housing is connected to the neck of the device and contains a pump. Pressurized flushing liquid flows through the device channel and exits through the flushing liquid opening of the insert when the pump is activated. A pair of support arms are attached to the device neck and rest on a sitting user's legs with the insert positioned below a body cavity of the user.

Implanted tube and external interface for saline or drug delivery to the paranasal sinuses

An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides an implanted catheter and an external device that the patient uses to inject a therapeutic into the implanted tube. The implanted catheter can be equipped with a fixation mechanism that secures the catheter in place and eases physician insertion and removal. The fixation mechanism can include shape memory arms having silicone tips or can be a second catheter branch configured to hold the device in the user's sinus cavity. The catheter can also include numerous exit holes to prevent obstruction and deliver the therapeutic. An interface between the implanted catheter and the external device is incorporated, to ensure a reliable seal for medication passage. A method and device for delivery of the catheter to the correct position can also be included.

LASSO CATHETER WITH GUIDE WIRE

Medical apparatus includes a flexible insertion shaft, which is adapted for insertion into a body of a patient. A resilient end section is fixed to the distal end of the insertion shaft and is formed so as to assume, when unconstrained, an arcuate shape. One or more electrodes are disposed at respective locations along the end section. A first lumen runs from the insertion shaft through the end section so as to convey an irrigation fluid to exit the end section through perforations of the electrodes. A second lumen runs through the insertion shaft to a distal opening and is configured to permit a guide wire to pass through the second lumen from the proximal end of the insertion shaft to exit distally through the distal opening, while conveying the irrigation fluid from the proximal end through the distal opening together with the guide wire. 1. Medical apparatus , comprising:a flexible insertion shaft, having a proximal end and a distal end, which is adapted for insertion into a body of a patient;a resilient end section, which is fixed to the distal end of the insertion shaft and is formed so as to assume, when unconstrained, an arcuate shape;one or more electrodes, which are disposed at respective locations along the end section and have perforations therein;a first lumen, which runs from the insertion shaft through the end section so as to convey an irrigation fluid from the proximal end of the insertion shaft to exit the end section through the perforations of the electrodes; anda second lumen, which runs through the insertion shaft to a distal opening at the distal end of the insertion shaft, and is configured to permit a guide wire to pass through the second lumen from the proximal end of the insertion shaft to exit distally through the distal opening, while conveying the irrigation fluid from the proximal end through the distal opening together with the guide wire.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the guide wire is configured for insertion ...

Irrigation Devices Adapted to be used with a Light Source for the Identification and Treatment of Bodily Passages

Devices and methods of identifying and treating bodily passages, such as sinus cavities, are provided. More particularly, irrigation devices and methods useful in the identification and treatment of bodily passages, such as sinus cavities, are provided. The irrigation devices comprise an elongate tubular member and an optical fiber which assist with the transcutaneous identification and/or treatment of a bodily passage. 1. An irrigation device adapted to be used with a light source for the identification and treatment of a bodily passage , the irrigation device comprising:an elongate tubular member having a lengthwise axis and comprising a circumferential wall, a first proximal end, and a first distal end, the circumferential wall defining first and second lumens extending between the first proximal end and the first distal end and an aperture extending through the circumferential wall and providing access to the second lumen; andan optical fiber disposed in the first lumen of the elongate tubular member and comprising a second proximal end adapted to be operatively connected to said light source and a second distal end attached to the circumferential wall of the elongate tubular member within the first lumen.2. The irrigation device of claim 1 , wherein the elongate tubular member defines a curve along the lengthwise axis.3. The irrigation device of claim 2 , wherein the aperture is defined by the circumferential wall at a point between the curve and the first distal end.4. The irrigation device of claim 2 , wherein the circumferential wall defines a plurality of apertures claim 2 , each aperture of the plurality of apertures extending through the circumferential wall and providing access to the second lumen.5. The irrigation device of claim 4 , wherein each aperture of the plurality of apertures is defined by the circumferential wall at a point between the curve and the first distal end.6. The irrigation device of claim 4 , wherein at least three apertures of the ...

NOZZLE FOR ORAL IRRIGATOR DEVICE INCLUDING A DYNAMIC NOZZLE ACTUATOR WITH RESPONSIVE MATERIALS

A nozzle () for an oral irrigator device () having a guidance tip () with an orifice at one end, and a dynamic nozzle actuator () positioned within said guidance tip. The orifice () is configured to expel a fluid as one of a jet, a spray, or any combination thereof. The dynamic nozzle actuator () comprises at least one responsive material adapted for being energized and configured to implement at least one dynamic actuation of an effective channel () for dynamically influencing at least one of (i) a direction of fluid expelled from the orifice (), (ii) an angle of fluid expelled from the orifice (), (iii) a cross-sectional width of fluid expelled from the orifice (), and (iv) any combination thereof. 1. A nozzle for an oral irrigator device , comprising:an elongated body having a channel;a guidance tip located at one end of the elongated body, wherein said guidance tip includes an orifice coupled to the channel and configured to expel a fluid as one of a jet, a spray, or any combination thereof; anda dynamic nozzle actuator positioned within said guidance tip, wherein said dynamic nozzle actuator comprises at least one responsive material adapted for being energized in a prescribed manner and configured to implement at least one dynamic actuation of an effective channel for dynamically influencing at least one of (i) a direction of fluid expelled from the orifice, (ii) a spray angle of fluid expelled from the orifice, (iii) a cross-sectional width of fluid expelled from the orifice, and (iv) any combination thereof,wherein the at least one dynamic actuation of the effective channel comprises a motion imparted to the effective channel selected from the group consisting of translation, rotation, resizing, and any combination thereof, and (A) translating the effective channel between a first position and a second position, wherein the first and second positions of the effective channel are different lateral positions perpendicular to a principal axis of the orifice, ...

High Flow Volume Nasal Irrigation Device and Method for Alternating Pulsatile and Continuous Fluid Flow

A high flow volume nasal irrigation device includes a squeeze bottle, a reservoir of liquid and a volume of air. The bottle is configured to elastically deform in response to a manual pressure from a user and thus pressurize the liquid and air. The device also includes a dip tube configured to convey a pressurized liquid flow from a first end inside the bottle to a second outside end at a lower pressure. A removable nipple cap comprises an orifice and a coaxially aligned extension configured to seal with the dip tube and to form a conduit with the tube. At least one air metering orifice is formed in the fluid conduit accessible to the to volume of air. The air metering orifice is configured to introduce a plurality of air pockets from the air volume into the liquid flow and thus generate a pulsatile fluid flow in the conduit. 1. A high flow volume nasal irrigation device , comprising:a) a chamber having a reservoir of liquid and a volume of air, the chamber configured to elastically deform in response to an applied pressure and thus pressurize the liquid and air therein;b) a fluid conduit configured to convey a pressurized liquid flow from a first end inside the chamber to a second end outside the chamber at a lower pressure; andc) at least one air metering passage formed in at least one of the fluid conduit and a component attached thereto, the air metering orifice configured to introduce a plurality of air pockets from the air volume into the liquid flow and thus generate a pulsatile fluid flow in the conduit.2. The high flow volume nasal irrigation device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one air metering passage comprises less than three air metering orifices formed in the fluid conduit claim 1 , one air metering orifice formed proximal the first end of the fluid conduit and another air metering orifice formed proximal the second end of the fluid conduit.3. The high flow volume nasal irrigation device of claim 1 , wherein the chamber comprises a circumferential ...

Collapsible and Expandable Corrugated Hose with Directional Hand-Pump for Colon Hydrotherapy

A corrugated collapsible and expandable hose specifically for use in colon hydrotherapy which is collapsed for shipping and storage purposes and can be expanded to its full length or part of its full length for use during a colon hydrotherapy treatment and in order to accommodate specific treatment room set-ups. The invention includes a non-corrugated directional hand-pump section which allows the practitioner to apply pumping action to the hose to increase treatment efficacy. This directional hand-pump section is similar to a primer bulb but without valves to restrict direction of flow. Rather, the practitioner may fold the tubing at a crimpable indentation while squeezing the hand pump section to simultaneously stop water flow and control the direction of the pumping action. 1234. A hose , intended for use in colon hydrotherapy , comprising a continuous length of thermoplastic material , most of the length of which is corrugated ( , , , & ). The corrugations are annular in the preferred embodiment but may also be helical. The corrugations extending outward from the tube have side walls of unequal length () and in close-packed condition the side walls are inclined to the axis at an acute angle , producing a contour called cross-cut saw-toothing or oil-canning which will permit one corrugation to fold in under an adjoining corrugation in order to collapse the tube () and thereby decrease the total length of said tube and packaging size , which in turn reduces storage space and shipping costs.2234. A corrugated hose claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein the corrugations ( claim 1 , claim 1 , & ) allow for the hose to be shortened and extended simply by pushing or pulling lengthwise claim 1 , to any desired length between 1 and 4 feet in the preferred embodiment claim 1 , although this could be different in an alternate embodiment. It is not limited to a specific length or diameter of the tube. This adjustability of length allows for the hose to be configured to ...

Irrigation System And Clip For A Surgical Instrument

An irrigation system for a surgical instrument includes an irrigation tube arranged to convey an irrigation fluid and an irrigation clip structurally arranged to receive a portion of the irrigation tube. The irrigation clip includes a proximal portion, a distal portion, a body portion, and an arm portion. The arm portion is structurally configured to selectively attach the irrigation clip to the surgical instrument and to bias the irrigation clip toward the surgical instrument with a biasing force. The irrigation clip includes a tube locking portion structurally arranged to cooperate with the surgical instrument to engage the outer surface portion of the irrigation tube to inhibit rotation and axial displacement of the irrigation tube relative to the irrigation clip in response to the biasing force. 1. An irrigation system for a surgical instrument , comprising:a body extending from a proximal end to a distal end and defining a passage extending along the body to receive an irrigation tube, the body having an inner side configured to face the surgical instrument and an opposed outer side;a first set of connecting arms extending from the body and configured to connect the body and the irrigation tube to the surgical instrument; andan irrigation tube locking portion positioned relative to the passage and the irrigation tube, wherein the irrigation tube locking portion inhibits a movement of the irrigation tube relative to the body and the surgical instrument.2. The irrigation system of claim 1 , further comprising a second set of connecting arms extending from the body and configured to connect the body and the irrigation tube to the surgical instrument claim 1 , wherein the first set of connecting arms is positioned at the proximal end of the body and the second set of the connecting arms is positioned at the distal end of the body.3. The irrigation system of claim 1 , wherein the irrigation tube locking portion includes a locking feature having a plurality of ...

Urine Collecting System Interventions For Improving Kidney Function

Renal and urine collection system interventions are provided that improve kidney function by manipulating pressures and/or infusing therapeutic agents in the renal pelvis of the kidney or kidneys. Setting a vacuum and/or infusing therapeutic agents in the renal pelvis results in increased glomerular filtration rate, general solute clearance, and free water excretion via the kidney through the urinary tract and is useful for treatment of CHF, ADHF, AKI, CKD, and many other conditions characterized by fluid overload by reducing fluid buildup. The fluid drawn from the renal pelvis or pelvises is delivered to an external or implanted reservoir or to the bladder using flow manipulation mechanism such as one-way valves, occlusion balloons, multi-lumen catheters, and other mechanisms. Pumps are provided for use in establishing the vacuum pressures that are either manual or motorized. 1. A method of improving kidney function in a patient comprising:reducing pressure in a renal system of a least one kidney of a patient;infusing a therapeutic agent into the renal system of the at least one kidney;said reducing pressure and said infusing a therapeutic agent being conducted in combination during a therapeutic intervention on said patient.2. The method of wherein said reducing pressure and said infusing a therapeutic agent being conducted in combination comprises alternating between said reducing pressure and said infusing a therapeutic agent.3. The method of wherein reducing a pressure in a renal system of at least one kidney of a patient comprises occluding a ureter and drawing a vacuum in a renal pelvis.4. The method of wherein infusing a therapeutic agent into the renal system of the at least one kidney comprises inserting an infusion catheter through a renal capsule of the at least one kidney.5. The method of wherein reducing a pressure in a renal system of at least one kidney of a patient comprises inserting a vacuum catheter through a renal capsule of the at least one ...

FLUSHING VAGINAL STENT DEVICES AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Flushing vaginal stent devices and related systems and methods for supporting and caring for vagina after genital surgery or radiation therapy are disclosed. In an embodiment, a flushing stent device includes an outer component that includes a proximal end aperture fluidly coupled between a douching tube portion internal to the outer component and a plurality of channels formed in an exterior surface of the flushing vaginal stent device, a middle component including a fenestrated stent structure, an inner component including an expansion and retraction mechanism, and a suturing tab portion coupled with at least the inner component. 1. A flushing vaginal stent device comprising:an outer component having an outer component proximal end and an outer component distal end, the outer component proximal end comprising a tube portion fluidly coupled with an aperture that is fluidly coupled with a plurality of channels formed in an outer surface of the outer component, and the outer component distal end being open;a middle component having a middle component proximal end with an aperture and a middle component distal end and comprising a fenestrated body structure between the middle component proximal end and the middle component distal end, the middle component configured to be arranged within the outer component such that the aperture of the middle component proximal end and the aperture of the outer component proximal end are arranged together and the outer component proximal end and the middle component proximal end are arranged together and the outer component distal end and the middle component distal end are arranged together; andan interior component having an interior proximal end and an interior distal end, the interior component configured to be arranged within the middle component such that the outer component proximal end, the middle component proximal end, and the interior component proximal end are arranged together and the outer component distal end, the ...

METHODS AND DEVICES FOR THE PREVENTION OF INCISIONAL SURGICAL SITE INFECTIONS

A surgical access device for facilitating access through an incision to a surgical site in a patient's body has a pliable membrane which is configured to engage and expand the incision. The pliable membrane includes a base layer, a permeable membrane attached to the base layer, and a fluid channel disposed between the layers. The fluid channel is fluidly coupled to a fluid source. The fluid is delivered to the surgical site via the permeable membrane. The surgical access device may also have a locking mechanism for holding the device in a desired configuration. 1. (canceled)2. A surgical access device for facilitating access through an incision to a surgical site in a patient's body , said device comprising:a radially expandable and collapsible retention ring having a collapsed configuration, an expanded configuration, and a plurality of configurations therebetween, the retention ring comprising:a plurality of links pivotably coupled to one another; anda locking mechanism having a locked position and an unlocked position, the locked position configured to hold the retention ring in a desired configuration, the unlocked position configured to allow radial expansion and radial collapsing of the retention ring,wherein the locking mechanism maintains a distance between any two points on any two links in the plurality of links when the locking mechanism is in the locked position, orwherein the locking mechanism maintains an angle between any two links in the plurality of links when the locking mechanism is in the locked position.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the locking mechanism comprises a ratchet and a pawl claim 2 , and engagement of the ratchet and pawl prevent pivoting of adjacent links amongst the plurality of links relative to one another claim 2 , and disengagement of the ratchet from the pawl allow pivoting of the adjacent links relative to one another.4. The device of claim 2 , wherein the locked position is configured to hold the retention ring in the ...

RETRACTABLE ELEVATOR INSTRUMENT SHAVER BLADE WITH FLUSH/LAVAGE FEATURES

A device having a hub assembly and a lever coupled with the hub assembly is provided. The device includes a sheath coupled with the lever and extending from the hub assembly. The sheath has a surgical elevator with a surgical elevator edge along with a hypotube having an access hole. The device has a shaver blade assembly with an outer shaft having an outer blade and an inner blade within the outer blade. The outer shaft has a stop and an access hole near the outer and inner blades. The sheath partially surrounds the outer shaft and the lever moves between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the surgical elevator edge abuts the outer shaft stop and the outer shaft access hole aligns with the hypotube access hole. In the second position, the surgical elevator edge is spaced apart from the outer shaft stop. 1. An endoscopic sinus surgery device comprising:a hub assembly;a lever operably coupled with the hub assembly; a distal end;', 'a proximal end proximate to the hub assembly;', 'a surgical elevator disposed at the distal end of the outer sheath, the surgical elevator having a surgical elevator edge; and', 'a hypotube extending along a length of the outer sheath to the distal end of the outer sheath, the hypotube having a hypotube access hole; and', an outer shaft partially disposed within the outer sheath;', 'an outer blade disposed at a distal end of the outer shaft;', 'an inner blade disposed within the outer blade, wherein the outer blade and the inner blade cooperate with each other to create a resection surface;', 'a stop disposed at the distal end of the outer shaft; and', 'an outer shaft access hole in a bottom surface of the outer shaft, the outer shaft access hole being proximate to the outer blade and the inner blade,', 'wherein the lever is configured to move between a first position and a second position such that the outer sheath moves relative to the outer shaft, wherein the surgical elevator edge abuts the outer shaft stop ...

A DEVICE FOR THE TREATMENT OF ANAL FISTULA-IN-ANO AND COMPLEX FISTULA-IN-ANO

A device for the treatment of anal fistula-in-ano and complex fistula-in-ano is disclosed. The device comprises: a balloon inflation/deflation tube (); a suction/drainage tube (); a scooping tube () that is disposed between the balloon inflation/deflation tube () and the suction/drainage tube (); a diaphragm () that is disposed across the balloon inflation/deflation tube () and the suction/drainage tube (); and an irrigation/drainage path () that is disposed between a balloon () and a plurality of spikes (), said balloon () being disposed at an end of the of the balloon inflation/deflation tube (), and said plurality of spikes () being disposed on an outer surface of both the balloon inflation/deflation tube () and the suction/drainage tube (). The disclosed device: prevents premature closure of fistula wound, thereby minimizing the chances of recurrence; is easy to use, thus avoiding the need for a skilled medical practitioner; causes minimal pain; and is less time consuming. 1. A device for the treatment of anal fistula-in-ano and complex fistula-in-ano , comprising:{'b': 1', '6', '1', '6, 'a balloon inflation/deflation tube () that is configured to inflate or deflate a balloon () that is disposed at an end of the balloon inflation/deflation tube (), said balloon () creating a barrier between the anal canal and the fistula of a patient;'}{'b': '3', 'a suction/drainage tube () that is configured to irrigate/drain the debris from internal wound of fistula and intersphincteric space;'}{'b': 2', '2', '1', '3, 'a scooping tube () through which the wound is scooped and debridement is carried out, said scooping tube () being disposed between the balloon inflation/deflation tube () and the suction/drainage tube ();'}{'b': 4', '4', '1', '3, 'a diaphragm () that holds the device in its place and keeps the neck of fistula wide for drainage to prevent premature closure, said diaphragm () being disposed across the balloon inflation/deflation tube () and the suction/drainage ...

EAR IRRIGATING DEVICE

A device including a water reservoir, in which water reservoir is configured to be operable for storing water. A head portion, in which the head portion contains an ear irrigation tip, a top tubing that is configured to be operable for directing water from the water reservoir to the ear irrigation tip, a wash basin, wherein the wash basin is operable for catching water coming out of the ear irrigation tip, and a splash disk, wherein the splash disk is configured to be operable for redirecting the water and/or debris into the water basin. A main body, in which the main body contains a control interface, wherein the control interface is configured to change a flow rate of the water being pumped out of the ear irrigation tip. 1. A device comprising: 'a water container that is configured to be operable for storing water;', 'a water reservoir, in which water reservoir comprises;'} an ear irrigation tip;', 'a top tubing that is configured to be operable for directing water from said water reservoir to said ear irrigation tip;', 'a wash basin, wherein said wash basin is operable for catching water coming out of said ear irrigation tip; and', 'a splash disk, wherein said splash disk is configured to be operable for redirecting the water and/or debris into said water basin;, 'a head portion, in which said head portion comprises;'} 'a control interface, wherein said control interface is configured to change a flow rate of the water being pumped out of said ear irrigation tip.', 'a main body, in which said main body comprises;'}2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a diaphragm pump that is configured to provide a quiet pumping of the water from said water reservoir to said ear irrigation tip.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising an on/off button that is configured to turn power on or off to said diaphragm pump.4. The device of claim 3 , in which said device comprises an ear irrigation device and in which said ear irrigation tip comprises a removeable silicon ...

FLUIDIC CONNECTOR FOR IRRIGATION AND ASPIRATION OF WOUNDS

Disclosed herein are several embodiments of a negative pressure apparatus and methods of using the same in the treatment of wounds. Some embodiments are directed towards improved fluidic connectors configured to transmit irrigation fluid and to apply aspiration to a wound, for example using softer, kink-free conformable layers. Some embodiments may comprise a first channel for delivering irrigation fluid to the wound and a second channel for transmitting negative pressure and removing fluid comprising irrigation fluid and wound exudate from the wound, wherein the channels comprise a flexible spacer material. Some embodiments are directed toward an irrigation manifold attachable to or incorporated as part of a distal end of an irrigation and aspiration fluidic connector. 1. A fluidic connector for providing aspiration and irrigation to a wound site , comprising:a proximal end and a distal end and an elongate length extending therebetween;a top layer, a bottom layer and an intermediate layer each constructed from a flexible, liquid impermeable material and adhered to one another, wherein each of the layers has a proximal end and a distal end and elongate portions extending therebetween;an upper fluid passage between the top layer and the intermediate layer;a lower fluid passage between the intermediate layer and the bottom layer;one or more openings at or near a distal end of the upper fluid passage; andone or more openings at or near a distal end of the lower fluid passage;wherein each of the upper and lower fluid passages comprises a flexible, elongate spacer material between corresponding layers; andwherein one of the upper and lower fluid passages is configured to provide aspiration to the wound site, and the other of the upper and lower fluid passages is configured to provide irrigation fluid to the wound site.2. The fluidic connector of claim 1 , wherein the spacer material of each of the upper and lower fluid passages comprises at least one of a 3D knitted or ...

MECHANICAL WOUND THERAPY FOR SUB-ATMOSPHERIC WOUND CARE SYSTEM

A mechanical wound therapy (MWT) system includes a connection for a vacuum source, which is routed through an airtight covering to a porous material positioned over the wound. The porous material may be a tubing network interspaced by a netting material constructed of biologically inert or bioabsorbable material. Alternatively, the porous material may be a layered unified dressing in which layers of mesh, netting or thin perforated film are separated and fixedly attached to functional elements of the dressing (e.g., irrigation tubing) or spacers. The vacuum and irrigation systems may be completely separated. An airtight sealing layer or foldable adhesive sealing layer may seal the dressing and facilitate sealing the dressing to the wound margins. Additional modular devices such as a wound approximating system, positive pressure bladders and adjuvant therapy modules as well as enhanced monitoring technology can be added to synergistically increase the capabilities of each dressing. 112-. (canceled)13. A system comprising:a wound dressing comprising an irrigant inlet and an outlet;vacuum tubing connected to the outlet;irrigant tubing connected to the irrigant inlet; and 'driving the EVR to intermittently apply negative pressure along the vacuum tubing to draw irrigant from the irrigant tubing into the wound dressing.', 'a controller having one or more processors and a computer-readable storage medium coupled to the one or more processors having instructions stored thereon which, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to perform operations comprising, 'an electronic vacuum regulator (EVR) fluidly connected to the outlet of the wound dressing via the vacuum tubing, wherein the EVR comprises14. The system of claim 13 , wherein the irrigant is drawn into the wound dressing without use of any positive pressure pump to push the irrigant into the wound dressing.15. The system of claim 13 , and further comprising:an irrigant source ...

MULTI-CONDUIT CONNECTORS AND METHODS FOR NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY

Multi-conduit connector apparatuses for use in negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) apparatuses to wound dressing, and methods for installing multi-conduit connector apparatuses in NPWT apparatuses. 126.-. (canceled)27. A canister connector apparatus comprising:a lid having a first nipple and a second nipple;a cap sleeve having a first annular sleeve configured to engage the first nipple and a second annular sleeve configured to engage the second nipple; anda conduit housing configured to engage the lid and having a first port with a plurality of sealing ridges configured to create a seal with the first nipple when engaged with the first nipple and a second port with a plurality of sealing ridges configured to create a seal with the second nipple when engaged with the second nipple.28. The apparatus of claim 27 , wherein a conduit is fluidly coupled to the first port and in fluid communication with the first nipple.29. The apparatus of claim 28 , wherein the conduit is fluidly coupled to a wound dressing.30. The apparatus of claim 28 , wherein the conduit comprises a single lumen.31. The apparatus of claim 28 , wherein the conduit comprises multiple lumens.32. The apparatus of claim 27 , wherein a conduit is fluidly coupled to the second port and in fluid communication with the second nipple.33. The apparatus of claim 32 , wherein the conduit is fluidly coupled to a wound dressing.34. The apparatus of claim 32 , wherein the conduit comprises a single lumen.35. The apparatus of claim 32 , wherein the conduit comprises multiple lumens.36. The apparatus of claim 27 , wherein:a first conduit is fluidly coupled to the first port and in fluid communication with the first nipple; anda second conduit is fluidly coupled to the second port and in fluid communication with the second nipple.37. A system for treating a wound comprising:a wound dressing;a first conduit and a second conduit each having a first end configured to be fluidly coupled to the wound dressing and a ...

ANGULAR CAP FOR DISPENSING LIQUIDS

A cap and container assembly is disclosed which may be used for human body cavity irrigation or other liquid dispensing activities. The cap may include a first channel extending from a base through a neck portion to an opening in a tip portion of the cap. A side body defining a second channel may extend from the first channel near the neck portion of the cap to an opening at a distal end of the side body. An axial dimension of the tip portion may extend at an angle relative to an axial dimension of the neck portion. Liquid may flow out of the first channel under the influence of gravity and as a result of control of air flow into the second channel. 1. A cap comprising:an elongated body defining a first channel extending from an opening in a base portion of the elongated body through a neck portion of the elongated body to an opening in a tip portion of the elongated body;a side body defining a second channel extending from the first channel near the neck portion of the elongated body to an opening at a distal end of the side body,wherein a terminus of the tip portion is sloped inward in a manner adapted to be received in a human body opening,wherein an axial dimension of the tip portion extends at an angle relative to an axial dimension of the neck portion, andwherein the base portion includes connection features adapted to permit the cap to be attached to a hand-held container.2. The cap of claim 1 , wherein the first channel has a reduced diameter within the tip portion relative to a diameter in the neck portion.3. The cap of claim 2 , wherein a diameter of the second channel is less than a diameter of the first channel.4. The cap of claim 2 , wherein relative diameters of the first channel and the second channel are adapted to permit liquid to flow from the base portion to the tip portion under the influence of gravity while at the same time permitting air to flow into the first channel from the second channel.5. The cap of claim 4 , further comprising an ...

APPLICATION AID FOR THE TREATMENT OF WOUNDS

The invention relates to a flexible application aid for the treatment of wounds. The application aid can be used in particular for the debridement and/or cleansing of wounds, including the skin surrounding the wound. The application aid according to the invention including a flexible or elastically deformable application wand, facilitates debridement of superficial to deep wounds without the risk of injury to the wound. 1. An application aid for debriding or cleansing of wounds comprising a bendable application wand having a rear end and a front end , a longitudinal direction , a front section adjacent the front end , a rear section adjacent the rear end , two opposite sides , and a cross section , said application wand further comprising a flexible bending section between the front section and the rear section , said bending section having greater flexibility than the front section and/or rear section wherein the front section holds a wound cleansing head , the wound cleansing head comprising a fiber wound cleansing pad or fiber wound cleansing wipe comprising synthetic fibers.2. The application aid according to claim 1 , characterized in that the front section of the application wand comprises a fastening section for holding the wound cleansing head and the rear section comprises a grasping handle section.3. The application aid according to claim 2 , characterized in that the bending section of the application wand comprises a reduced cross section compared to grasping handle section claim 2 , and/or a notch or depression that extends in a direction transverse to the longitudinal direction of the application wand claim 2 , said reduced cross section and/or notch provide increased flexibility to the bending section.4. The application aid according to claim 2 , where the grasping handle section extends over more than ⅓ and less than ⅔ of the longitudinal direction of application wand and the fastening section extends over more than ⅕ and less than ⅓ of the ...

Interface Tubing for Peristaltic Pump

A pump interface tubing for use in a peristaltic pump includes a tubular core having an outer surface and a treatment on the outer surface. The treatment reduces static charge buildup on the tubular core during operation of the peristaltic pump, and thereby reduces the noise signal that might otherwise undesirably couple to a signal of interest. Treatments include nitrile layers, heat shrink layers, cotton fiber layers, and anti-static sprays.

FLEX TIP FLUID LUMEN ASSEMBLY WITH TERMINATION TUBE

A catheter tip is disclosed comprising a tip electrode comprising a ledge feature, and a center cavity and a manifold assembly comprising a fluid lumen manifold and a stop tube. The stop tube can be coupled to the fluid lumen manifold and configured to abut the ledge feature such that a distal end of the fluid lumen manifold extends a pre-determined distance into the center cavity of the tip electrode. The fluid lumen manifold can comprise a plurality of sideholes which can be sized and configured to distribute an irrigant to the tip electrode. The catheter tip can comprise a flexible tip electrode. 1. A catheter tip assembly comprising:a tip electrode comprising a ledge feature and a center cavity; anda manifold assembly comprising a fluid lumen manifold and a stop tube,wherein the stop tube is coupled to the fluid lumen manifold and abuts the ledge feature such that a distal end of the fluid lumen manifold extends a pre-determined distance into the center cavity of the tip electrode.2. The catheter tip assembly according to further comprising a thermal sensor coupled to the tip electrode.3. The catheter tip assembly according to further comprising a stem including a proximal face claim 1 , wherein the stop tube is coupled to the fluid lumen manifold by an adhesive positioned between the stop tube and the proximal face.4. The catheter tip assembly according to wherein a distal portion of the fluid lumen manifold further comprises a plurality of sideholes.5. The catheter tip assembly according to wherein the plurality of sideholes are of varying sizes.6. The catheter tip assembly according to wherein a subset of the plurality of sideholes more distally located comprise a smaller diameter than a subset of the plurality of sideholes more proximally located.7. The catheter tip assembly according to further comprising a lumen cap coupled to a distal end of the fluid lumen manifold.8. The catheter tip assembly according to wherein the lumen cap comprises a distal port.9. ...

Portable Fluid Delivery System for the Nasal and Paranasal Sinus Cavities

A pressurized air supply source for a portable nasal irrigator houses an airflow regulating system, instead of external bulky, heavy components, to power the atomization of fluid for irrigation of nasal passages. The airflow regulating system is made up of a pump, a motor to drive the pump, a filter with an inlet air manifold connected to the pump to eliminate additional tubing within the pressurized air supply source, and an optionally rechargeable battery to drive the motor. An external AC/DC power supply may charge the battery or operate the device when the battery is in a discharged state. A canister for holding fluid attaches on top of the pressurized air supply source and an insert fits that over a fluid channel in the canister to create a venturi effect and draw the fluid out. The pressurized air supply source creates a clinically effective airflow despite its small size. 1. A portable nasal irrigator , comprising:(a) a main canister comprising at least one air exit port, wherein the air exit port extends beyond a rim of the canister; and(b) an insert with a base that fits within the canister, wherein the insert comprises at least one fluid channel that fits over the air exit port, and further wherein the fluid channel is larger in diameter than the air exit port, thereby providing a small space between the outer surface of the air exit port and the inner surface of the fluid channel, wherein the insert comprises an extension protruding outwardly to the canister, wherein the fluid channel comprises a groove extending vertically along the exterior of the fluid channel to an aperture in the extension, said aperture creating a channel to the canister; and(c) a pressurized air supply source contiguously attached without tubing to the canister for introducing pressurized air through the air exit port such that the fluid is expelled as a mist through an exit hole in the fluid channel, said pressurized air supply source comprising therein an airflow regulating ...

Method and Apparatus for Irrigation

Disclosed is an irrigation system. The irrigation system includes a manual pump and refill. The manual pump can provide pressurized liquid through a tube at an outlet. 1. A system for irrigation of a selected location , comprising:a container configured to contain a selected volume of a liquid;a manual pump system having a pump volume, wherein the manual pump is configured to be powered and operated by a user;a first one-way valve configured to control flow from the container to the pump volume;a tip having an opening to deliver a selected pressure spray to a surface; anda second one-way valve configured to control flow from the pump volume to the tip;wherein the pump is configured to be reciprocally operated by the user to irrigate the selected location with the liquid through the tip.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the manual pump includes a syringe having:a piston head and a piston rod moveable within the pump volume; anda syringe barrel forming the pump volume;wherein the user moves the piston head with the piston rod to power and operate the manual pump.3. The system of claim 2 , further comprising:a valve assembly including the first one-way valve and the second one-way valve;wherein the valve assembly is coupled to the syringe barrel;wherein the first one-way valve opens when the piston head moves in a first direction and the second one-way valve opens when the piston head moves in a second direction.4. The system of claim 2 , further comprising:a valve assembly including the first one-way valve and the second one-way valve;wherein the valve assembly is coupled to the syringe barrel;wherein the first one-way valve opens when the piston head moves in a first direction to form a vacuum in the syringe barrel and the second one-way valve opens when the piston head moves in a second direction to increase pressure in the valve assembly.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the opening of the tip has a cross-sectional area ratio relative to a cross-sectional area of ...

IRRIGATION DEVICE AND SYSTEM FOR DELIVERING PRESSURIZED FLUID TO SAME FOR WOUND LAVAGE AND BIOFILM CONTROL

A medical device is provided for irrigation of a patient wound site. The device contains a tube having a proximal portion adapted to receive an irrigation solution, a distal portion having a nozzle and an intermediate portion for transporting the solution. The tube has a barrel portion that may be manipulated by a user to position the device relative to the wound site. A distinctive nozzle has a body formed with a distally leading channel presenting a semispherical first spatial conformation and a proximally leading opening formed in the body presenting a second spatial conformation intersecting the semispherical terminus. This geometry, derived from principles of flow mechanics discussed herein, defines what will be described as an “effective diameter” of the nozzle. An assembly and system utilizing the device am also disclosed. The invention utilizes a fluid-isolating durable peristaltic pump for a continuous flow of irrigation solution, along with a single use tube set that embodies the device. 132-. (canceled)33. A medical device for irrigation of a wound site , comprising: a tube comprising a proximal portion including an inlet configured to receive an irrigation solution, a distal portion, and an intermediate portion configured to direct the irrigation solution between the proximal portion and the distal portion;', 'a nozzle positioned at the distal portion and configured to provide the irrigation solution to the wound site; and', 'a hand piece coupled to the tube and configured to prevent rotation of the hand piece relative to the tube; and, 'a wound irrigation device, comprisinga peristaltic pump coupled to a source of the irrigation solution and configured to deliver the irrigation solution to the inlet at a flow rate between about 800 milliliters per minute to about 2550 milliliters per minute.34. The medical device of claim 33 , wherein the nozzle comprises a body having a first spatial conformation intersecting a second spatial conformation to define an ...

Abscess Irrigation Systems

An irrigator system for delivering a volume of fluid from a fluid source to an abscess or wound. The irrigator system includes a fluid source connector for removably connecting to the fluid source, a fluid receiver for receiving the fluid from they fluid source, a fluid delivery nozzle for delivering the fluid to the abscess or wound, and a shield removably positioned around the fluid delivery nozzle to protect the fluid delivery nozzle. 124-. (canceled)25. An irrigator system for delivering a volume of fluid from a fluid source to an abscess or wound , the irrigator system comprising:a fluid source connector for removably connecting to the fluid source;a fluid receiver for receiving the fluid from the fluid source;a first shield with a proximal end and distal end, and the first shield defined by an inner surface comprising a minimum inner cross-sectional area;a fluid delivery nozzle for delivering the fluid to the abscess or wound, the fluid delivery nozzle comprising a proximal end, a distal end and inner surfacethe proximal end of the fluid delivery nozzle with an entrance port and the distal end of the fluid delivery nozzle with a distal tip and at least one exit port,a monolithic surface extending from the fluid source connector to the distal tip of the nozzle;wherein the fluid delivery nozzle extends into the first shieldwherein the first shield is positioned around the fluid delivery nozzle to protect the fluid delivery nozzle,wherein the fluid delivery nozzle is defined by an outer surface comprising a maximum outer cross-sectional area; andwherein the first shield inner surface minimum cross-sectional area is not less than the fluid delivery nozzle outer surface maximum outer cross-sectional area.26. The irrigation system of claim 25 , wherein the first shield is attached around the fluid delivery nozzle.27. The irrigation system of claim 25 , wherein a shield is removably positioned around the fluid delivery nozzle distal tip.28. The irrigation system of ...

DEVICE FOR TRANS ANAL IRRIGATION

A trans-anal irrigation (TAI) system adapted for self-use includes an irrigation head supplied with water from a reservoir by a pump or by gravity feed. The irrigation head has either internal or external structures for releasably retaining the head in a user's rectum during the water flow portion of a TAI process. A guide member arm may be provided for manipulating the irrigation head for both insertion and removal. The irrigation head is reliably attached to the guide member arm. The guide member arm may include an integral manual pump. 1. A rectal irrigation device , comprising:a fluid supply including an irrigation liquid reservoir and a base, the reservoir being removably mounted on the base and including a shut-off valve which is closed when the reservoir is removed from the base, the base including a projection which fits into the shut-off valve when the reservoir is mounted on the base to open the shut-off valve;an irrigation head for insertion into a user's rectum, the head having a retainer releasably engageable with the user so as to selectably maintain the irrigation head in an inserted position;a controller;tubing connecting the irrigation head to the reservoir; anda pump for delivering irrigation liquid from the reservoir through the tubing to the irrigation head.2. The rectal irrigation device of wherein the reservoir includes an openable top.3. The rectal irrigation device of wherein the openable top is slidably openable.4. The rectal irrigation device of wherein the pump is in the base.5. The rectal irrigation device of further comprising a guide member engageable with the irrigation head for manipulating the irrigation head.6. The rectal irrigation device of further characterized in that the guide member has a shank with a front loading section and a rear loading section claim 5 , the rear loading section being adapted for releasable attachment of the tubing; andthe irrigation head is releasably connected to the front loading section of the guide ...

Devices, methods, and compositions for controlling infections

The subject invention provides novel and highly effective methods and devices for convenient and effective wound irrigation.