Improved catheter design for use in treating pleural diseases

A catheter for use in treating pleural diseases, such as pleural effusions and pneumothorax, includes a tip portion that is configured to irritate the pleura when the catheter is inserted in the pleural cavity, thereby initiating mechanical pleurodesis. The tip portion has a substantially rough configuration and may include one or more protrusions that contact the pleura when the catheter is in use, thereby irritating the layers. This irritation causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between the parietal and visceral layers that close off the pleural cavity and prevent further fluid and/or air accumulations that occur as a result of pleural diseases.

Method of producing pleurodesis

The present invention provides methods of producing pleurodesis in a mammalian subject, comprising administration of a low dosage of a sclerosing agent such as silver or a salt of silver.

IMPROVED METHOD OF TREATING PLEURAL EFFUSION

The present invention provides methods of treating pleural effusion in a subject, comprising removing fluid from the pleural space at an increased frequency, as compared to previous methods.

IMPROVED CATHETER DESIGN FOR USE IN TREATING PLEURAL DISEASES

A catheter for use in treating pleural diseases, such as pleural effusions and pneumothorax, includes a tip portion that is configured to irritate the pleura when the catheter is inserted in the pleural cavity, thereby initiating mechanical pleurodesis. The tip portion has a substantially rough configuration and may include one or more protrusions that contact the pleura when the catheter is in use, thereby irritating the layers. This irritation causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between the parietal and visceral layers that close off the pleural cavity and prevent further fluid and/or air accumulations that occur as a result of pleural diseases.

Surgical retractor securing device with capture assembly

Catheter allowing variable dosing of an active agent

A drug eluting catheter includes an active agent, such as a drug or chemical substance, which is integrated with the catheter and allows variable dosing of the agent for elution to the patient's body. The catheter includes a dosing region and graduated markings or is associated with a measurement device that includes graduated markings that correspond to a range of dose of the active agent associated with the catheter. By removing or masking an undesired dosing region prior to administration, a user may vary the dosage to suit a patient's needs.

Improved catheter design for use in treating pleural diseases

A catheter for use in treating pleural diseases, such as pleural effusions and pneumothorax, includes a tip portion that is configured to irritate the pleura when the catheter is inserted in the pleural cavity, thereby initiating mechanical pleurodesis. The tip portion has a substantially rough configuration and may include one or more protrusions that contact the pleura when the catheter is in use, thereby irritating the layers. This irritation causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between the parietal and visceral layers that close off the pleural cavity and prevent further fluid and/or air accumulations that occur as a result of pleural diseases.

CATHETER ALLOWING VARIABLE DOSING OF AN ACTIVE AGENT

A drug eluting catheter includes an active agent, such as a drug or chemical substance, which is integrated with the catheter and allows variable dosing of the agent for elution to the patient's body. The catheter includes a dosing region and graduated markings or is associated with a measurement device that includes graduated markings that correspond to a range of dose of the active agent associated with the catheter. By removing or masking an undesired dosing region prior to administration, a user may vary the dosage to suit a patient's needs.

SURGICAL RETRACTOR SECURING DEVICE WITH CAPTURE ASSEMBLY

A resilient compressive surgical retractor securing device with capture assembly includes a compressive securing device that compressively joins the resilient compressive surgical retractor securing device with capture assembly to a surgical accessory bar of a halo style head fixation device and a capture assembly that releasably retains the elasticized band of a scalp hook retractor. The compressive securing device is formed with an arm that is configured to form a neck for receiving the surgical accessory bar or other external support between the arm and the compressive securing device. The arm may be resilient or non-resilient, and may employ releasable closures to close the neck. The capture assembly may include a pivotable cam that releasably retains the elasticized band of a scalp hook retractor by compressing the band between the cam and the surgical accessory bar or other external support.

SURGICAL DEVICE

A laparoscopic surgical device is provided, including a ratchet mechanism. The ratchet mechanism includes a single button or lever that may be used to release or defeat a ratchet engagement.

Corporeal drainage system

A system and method for collecting fluid from a patient is disclosed. The system includes two plates separated by restoring force providing members and straps allowing the system to be placed in expanded and compressed modes. The system is a single use system that prevents the re¬ use of the system once it has been drained of collected fluid. Methods for fabricating the system are also disclosed, including a method that bonds two plates together to create an assembled version of the system.

METHOD OF PRODUCING PLEURODESIS

The present invention provides methods of producing pleurodesis in a mammalian subject, comprising administration of a low dosage of a sclerosing agent such as silver or a salt of silver.

CORPOREAL DRAINAGE SYSTEM

A system and method for collecting fluid from a patient is disclosed. The system includes two plates separated by restoring force providing members and straps allowing the system to be placed in expanded and compressed modes. The system is a single use system that prevents the re¬ use of the system once it has been drained of collected fluid. Methods for fabricating the system are also disclosed, including a method that bonds two plates together to create an assembled version of the system.

CATHETER ALLOWING VARIABLE DOSING OF AN ACTIVE AGENT

A drug eluting catheter includes an active agent, such as a drug or chemical substance, which is integrated with the catheter and allows variable dosing of the agent for elution to the patient's body. The catheter includes a dosing region and graduated markings or is associated with a measurement device that includes graduated markings that correspond to a range of dose of the active agent associated with the catheter. By removing or masking an undesired dosing region prior to administration, a user may vary the dosage to suit a patient's needs.

Method of treating pleural effusion

The present invention provides methods of treating pleural effusion in a subject, comprising removing fluid from the pleural space at an increased frequency, as compared to previous methods.

Improved method of treating pleural effusion

The present invention provides methods of treating pleural effusion in a subject, comprising removing fluid from the pleural space at an increased frequency, as compared to previous methods.

SURGICAL DEVICE

A laparoscopic surgical device is provided, including a ratchet mechanism. The ratchet mechanism includes a single button or lever that may be used to release or defeat a ratchet engagement.

Catheter allowing variable dosing of an active agent

A drug eluting catheter includes an active agent, such as a drug or chemical substance, which is integrated with the catheter and allows variable dosing of the agent for elution to the patient's body. The catheter includes a dosing region and graduated markings or is associated with a measurement device that includes graduated markings that correspond to a range of dose of the active agent associated with the catheter. By removing or masking an undesired dosing region prior to administration, a user may vary the dosage to suit a patient's needs.

Surgical device

A laparoscopic surgical device is provided, including a ratchet mechanism. The ratchet mechanism includes a single button or lever that may be used to release or defeat a ratchet engagement.

Improved method of treating pleural effusion

The present invention provides methods of treating pleural effusion in a subject, comprising removing fluid from the pleural space at an increased frequency, as compared to previous methods.

Surgical device

A laparoscopic surgical device is provided, including a ratchet mechanism. The ratchet mechanism includes a single button or lever that may be used to release or defeat a ratchet engagement.

catheter and their use, method to initiate pleurodese and method for irritate or wrinkle a surface

Catheter design for use in treating pleural diseases

A catheter for use in treating pleura diseases, such as pleural effusions and pneumothorax, includes a tip portion that is configured to irritate the pleura when the catheter is inserted in the pleural cavity, thereby initiating mechanical pleurodesis. The tip portion has a substantially rough configuration and may include one or more protrusions that contact the pleura when the catheter is in use, thereby irritating the layers. This irritation causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between the parietal and visceral layers that close off the pleural cavity and prevent further fluid and/or air accumulations that occur as a result of pleural diseases.

Catheter allowing variable dosing of an active agent

A drug eluting catheter includes an active agent, such as a drug or chemical substance, which is integrated with the catheter and allows variable dosing of the agent for elution to the patient's body. The catheter includes a dosing region and graduated markings or is associated with a measurement device that includes graduated markings that correspond to a range of dose of the active agent associated with the catheter. By removing or masking an undesired dosing region prior to administration, a user may vary the dosage to suit a patient's needs.

Surgical device

A laparoscopic surgical device is provided, including a ratchet mechanism. The ratchet mechanism includes a single button or lever that may be used to release or defeat a ratchet engagement.

CATHETER DESIGN FOR USE IN TREATING PLEURAL DISEASES

A catheter for use in treating pleural diseases, such as pleural effusions and pneumothorax, includes a tip portion that is configured to irritate the pleura when the catheter is inserted in the pleural cavity, thereby initiating mechanical pleurodesis. The tip portion has a substantially rough configuration and may include one or more protrusions that contact the pleura when the catheter is in use, thereby irritating the layers. This irritation causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between the parietal and visceral layers that close off the pleural cavity and prevent further fluid and/or air accumulations that occur as a result of pleural diseases. 1. A method of removing fluid and performing mechanical pleurodesis comprising:inserting a catheter into a patient's pleural cavity, the catheter comprising a lumen and an outer wall at least partially surrounding the lumen with an external surface extending from a proximal end of the catheter to an opening of the lumen at a distal most tip of the catheter, wherein a distal end portion of the external surface of the catheter comprises a plurality of protrusions thereon;using the lumen of the catheter to remove pleural fluid from the patients pleural cavity; andperforming mechanical pleurodesis by irritating tissue of the pleural cavity to promote the creation of fibrous adhesions between visceral layers of the pleural cavity, wherein the mechanical pleurodesis is performed by moving the distal end portion of the catheter within the pleural cavity to cause contact between the plurality of protrusions and tissue of the pleural cavity.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the irritation caused by the plurality of protrusions at the distal end portion causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between a parietal and a visceral layer of the patient's pleura claim 1 ,3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the removed pleural fluid is collected in a drainage container.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the catheter is formed of a ...

PLEURODESIS CATHETER WITH COATED AND SHIELDED TIP

System and components for inducing pleurodesis while minimizing likelihood of tissue damage from direct application of pleurodesis-enhancing materials. A tube device is provided that is configured to elute pleurodesis-enhancing material. The device includes one or more features configured to prevent or lessen the likelihood that the pleurodesis-enhancing material comes into direct and concentrated contact with patient tissue when a distal length of the device is disposed indwelling a patient. 1. A drainage catheter device comprising: a distal length configured to indwell a patient; and', 'a body lumen extending longitudinally through at least a lengthwise portion of the distal length, the lumen substantially defined by an inner diameter surface of the tube body;, 'an elongate flexible tube body including'}the distal length including at least one aperture disposed through a wall of the body, and in fluid communication with the body lumen;wherein at least one portion of the distal length is configured as an eluting portion that includes at least one surface constructed to elute a sclerotic agent; andwherein at least one structure is provided and configured to decrease a probability of direct contact between the eluting portion and a surface external of the device disposed immediately adjacent the eluting portion.2. The catheter device of claim 1 , wherein the eluting portion comprises a sclerotic agent.3Staphylococcus aureus. The catheter device of claim 1 , eluting portion comprises a coating of silver nitrate claim 1 , talc claim 1 , bleomycin claim 1 , tetracycline claim 1 , povidone iodine claim 1 , polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) claim 1 , mitoxantrone claim 1 , mitomycin claim 1 , thiotpea claim 1 , cytarabine claim 1 , quinacrine claim 1 , OK432 (Streptococcus pyogenes type A3) claim 1 , SSAg (superantigen) claim 1 , fibrin glue claim 1 , autologous “blood patch claim 1 ,” or any combination thereof.4. The catheter device of claim 1 , wherein at least one external ...

METHOD OF PRODUCING PLEURODESIS

The present invention provides methods of producing pleurodesis in a mammalian subject, comprising administration of a low dosage of a sclerosing agent such as silver or a salt of silver. 1. A method of producing pleurodesis in a mammalian subject , comprising administering to the subject in need thereof silver or a salt of silver in a total dosage of about 5 to about 500 mg over a time period of administration.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the total dosage is about 10 to about 450 mg.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the total dosage is about 10 mg to about 300 mg.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the time period of administration is about 2 to 30 days.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the time period of administration is about 3 to 10 days.6. A method of producing pleurodesis in a mammalian subject claim 1 , comprising administering to a subject in need thereof silver or a salt of silver in an average daily dosage of about 0.005 mg/kg/day to about 2 mg/kg/day over a time period of administration.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the average daily dosage is about 0.01 mg/kg/day to about 1 mg/kg/day.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein the average daily dosage is about 0.05 mg/kg/day to about 0.7 mg/kg/day.9. The method of claim 6 , wherein the time period of administration is about 2 to 30 days.10. The method of claim 6 , wherein the time period of administration is about 3 to 10 days.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mammalian subject is a human.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method is effective in treating or preventing pleural conditions selected from the group consisting of malignant pleural effusions claim 1 , benign pleural effusions claim 1 , and pneumothorax.13. A kit comprising: a device for removing fluid from the pleural space of a mammalian subject claim 1 , and instructions for use.14. The kit of claim 13 , wherein the device is selected from the group consisting of: catheter claim 13 , chest tube claim 13 , syringe claim 13 , and ...

CATHETER DESIGN FOR USE IN TREATING PLEURAL DISEASES

A catheter for use in treating pleura diseases, such as pleural effusions and pneumothorax, includes a tip portion that is configured to irritate the pleura when the catheter is inserted in the pleural cavity, thereby initiating mechanical pleurodesis. The tip portion has a substantially rough configuration and may include one or more protrusions that contact the pleura when the catheter is in use, thereby irritating the layers. This irritation causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between the parietal and visceral layers that close off the pleural cavity and prevent further fluid and/or air accumulations that occur as a result of pleural diseases. 1. A catheter comprising:a tip portion; andone or more protrusions positioned along an external surface of the catheter at or near the tip portion.2. The catheter of claim 1 , wherein the tip portion is located at an end of the catheter.3. The catheter of claim 1 , wherein the protrusions have a shape selected from the group consisting of circular claim 1 , elliptical claim 1 , triangular claim 1 , rectangular claim 1 , or other polygonal.4. The catheter of claim 1 , wherein the protrusions are oriented randomly along the external surface of the catheter at or near the tip portion of the catheter.5. The catheter of claim 1 , wherein the protrusions form continuous ridges at the tip portion.6. The catheter of claim 1 , wherein the protrusions form discontinuous ridges at the tip portion.7. The catheter of claim 5 , wherein the continuous ridges are substantially linear.8. The catheter of claim 5 , wherein the continuous ridges are curved.9. The catheter of claim 6 , wherein the discontinuous ridges are curved.10. The catheter of claim 6 , wherein the discontinuous ridges are substantially linear.11. The catheter of claim 1 , wherein the protrusions are formed integrally with the tip portion.12. The catheter of claim 1 , where the one or more protrusions are configured to irritate or roughen a surface.13. The catheter of ...

DRAINAGE SYSTEM

A medical drainage system may include a pair of inlet tubes separated by a pump bulb and a valve chamber, where the valve chamber is in fluid communication with a first inlet tube across a one way valve. A second one-way valve may be provided in the entrance to a drainage container at an inlet tube end opposite the pump bulb. The drainage container may be rigid or flexible and may be equipped with emptying means such as a drain valve, connector for suction source, or other emptying/draining means that can be used to partially or wholly void the container contents (e.g., for sampling, testing, or disposal). 1. A medical drainage system configured for draining fluid from a patient body , the system comprising:a first inlet tube configured to be near to and in fluid communication with a patient body;a first one-way valve adjacent and controlling fluid communication with the first inlet tube;a valve chamber adjacent the first one-way valve and opposite the first inlet tube, where the valve chamber includes a lumen in controlled fluid communication with the first inlet tube across the first one-way valve;a drainage container including an evacuation port;a second inlet tube disposed in fluid communication with the valve chamber, between the valve chamber and the drainage container;a pump bulb including a pump bulb lumen disposed adjacent the second inlet tube in fluid communication with the valve chamber and with the first inlet tube, where the pump bulb is located between the valve chamber and the drainage container; anda second one-way valve disposed between the second inlet tube and the drainage container.2. The system of claim 1 , where at least a portion of the valve chamber wall is configured as transparent claim 1 , translucent claim 1 , including a fluid-flow indicator claim 1 , or a combination thereof claim 1 , such that fluid flow through an interior portion of the valve chamber lumen is at least partially externally observable through a wall of the valve ...

Improved method of treating pleural effusion

The present invention provides methods of treating pleural effusion in a subject, comprising removing fluid from the pleural space at an increased frequency, as compared to previous methods.

CATHETER ALLOWING VARIABLE DOSING OF AN ACTIVE AGENT

A drug eluting catheter includes an active agent, such as a drug or chemical substance, which is integrated with the catheter and allows variable dosing of the agent for elution to the patient's body. The catheter includes a dosing region and graduated markings or is associated with a measurement device that includes graduated markings that correspond to a range of dose of the active agent associated with the catheter. By removing or masking an undesired dosing region prior to administration, a user may vary the dosage to suit a patient's needs. 1. A catheter system comprising:a catheter comprising a dosing region and an active agent disposed at the dosing region; anda measurement device having graduated markings.2. The catheter system of claim 1 , wherein the graduated markings are selected from the group consisting of lines claim 1 , dots claim 1 , alphanumeric characters claim 1 , symbols claim 1 , and fenestrations.3. The catheter system of claim 1 , wherein the graduated markings include one or more colors.4. A catheter comprising:a dosing region;an active agent disposed at the dosing region; andgraduated markings disposed at the dosing region.5. A method of administering an agent to a patient comprising:providing a catheter comprising a dosing region and an active agent disposed at the dosing region;providing a measurement device comprising graduated markings; andremoving or masking a portion of the dosing region.6. A method of varying a dosage of an active agent comprising:providing a catheter comprising a dosing region and an active agent disposed at the dosing region;providing a measurement device comprising graduated markings; andremoving or masking a portion of the dosing region.7. A method of administering an active agent to a patient comprising:providing a catheter comprising a dosing region, an active agent disposed at the dosing region, and graduated markings disposed at the dosing region; andremoving or masking a portion of the dosing region.8. A ...

Pooling device for single or multiple medical containers

A device is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit having at least one container, and includes an inlet port having at least one inlet channel configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port having at least one outlet channel configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports are disposed on the device. A cavity is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit for pooling the fluid from the at least one container. At least one spike is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position.

POOLING DEVICE FOR SINGLE OR MULTIPLE MEDICAL CONTAINERS

A device is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit having at least one container, and includes an inlet port having at least one inlet channel configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port having at least one outlet channel configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports are disposed on the device. A cavity is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit for pooling the fluid from the at least one container. At least one spike is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position. 156-. (canceled)57. A device for pooling a medicinal fluid , comprising:a first inlet;a first outlet;a first cavity configured to accommodate insertion of a first container unit, wherein the first container unit includes at least a first container configured to store a first fluid;a first spike disposed in the first cavity and configured to puncture a stopper of the first container when the first container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position, wherein the first spike includes a first channel connected to the first inlet, and a second channel connected to the first outlet; anda first spike sheath covering the first spike and connecting the first channel and second channel of the first spike in fluid communication.58. The device of claim 57 , wherein the first spike sheath is removable from the first spike.59. The device of claim 57 , wherein the first spike sheath is configured to be punctured and compressed when the first container unit transitions from the upper position to the lower position.60. The device of claim 57 , further comprising a spike cap configured to protect the first spike sheath and first spike.61. The device of claim 57 , wherein the first container unit includes a second container configured to store a second fluid claim 57 , further comprising:a ...

Pooling device for single or multiple containers

Method of producing pleurodesis

The present invention provides methods of producing pleurodesis in a mammalian subject, comprising administration of a low dosage of a sclerosing agent such as silver or a salt of silver.

Pooling device for single or multiple medical containers

A device (10) is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit (12) having at least one container (14, 16), and includes an inlet port (18) having at least one inlet channel (22, 24) configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port (26) having at least one outlet channel (32, 34) configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports (18, 26) are disposed on the device (10). A cavity (40) is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit (12) for pooling the fluid from the at least one container (14, 16). At least one spike (48, 50) is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper (44, 46) of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position.

Method of producing pleurodesis.

La presente invención proporciona métodos para producir pleurodesis en un sujeto mamífero, que comprende la administración de una dosis baja de un agente esclerosante, tal como plata o una sal de plata.

catheter system, catheter, method of administering an agent to a patient and method for varying an active agent dosage

sistema de cateter, cateter, método de administração de um agente a um paciente e método para variar uma dosagem de um agente ativo. é descrito um cateter de eluição de medicamento que inclui um agente ativo, tal como um medicamento ou uma substância química, que é integrado com o cateter e permite dosagem variável do agente para eluição no corpo do paciente. o cateter inclui uma região de dosagem e marcas de graduação ou está associado a um dispositivo de medida que inclui marcas de graduação que correspondem a uma faixa de dosagem do agente ativo associado ao cateter. pela remoção ou mascaramento de uma região de dosagem indesejada antes da administração, um usuário pode variar a dosagem para adequá-la às necessidades do paciente. catheter system, catheter, method of administering an agent to a patient and method for varying a dosage of an active agent. A drug eluting catheter including an active agent, such as a drug or a chemical, which is integrated with the catheter and allows variable dosing of the eluting agent into the patient's body is described. The catheter includes a dosing region and graduation marks or is associated with a metering device that includes graduation marks that correspond to a dosage range of the active agent associated with the catheter. By removing or masking an unwanted dosage region prior to administration, a user may vary the dosage to suit the patient's needs.

Pooling device for single or multiple medical containers

A device [10] is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit [12] having at least one container [14, 16], and includes an inlet port [18] having at least one inlet channel [22, 24] configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port [26] having at least one outlet channel [32, 34] configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports [18, 26] are disposed on the device [10]. A cavity [40] is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit [12] for pooling the fluid from the at least one container [14, 16]. At least one spike [48, 50] is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper [44, 46] of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position.

Pooling device for single or multiple containers

A device (10) is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit (12) having at least one container (14, 16), and includes an inlet port (18) having at least one inlet channel (22, 24) configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port (26) having at least one outlet channel (32, 34) configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports (18, 26) are disposed on the device (10). A cavity (40) is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit (12) for pooling the fluid from the at least one container (14, 16). At least one spike (48, 50) is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper (44, 46) of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position. Fig. 1. 03/02/2023 1123 A cxo cC->

Pooling device for single or multiple medical containers

A device is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit having at least one container, and includes an inlet port having at least one inlet channel configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port having at least one outlet channel configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports are disposed on the device. A cavity is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit for pooling the fluid from the at least one container. At least one spike is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position.

combination device for single or multiple medical containers

a presente invenção refere-se a um dispositivo de combinação (10) para combinar um fluido de uma unidade de recipiente (12) que tem pelo menos um recipiente (14, 16), e inclui uma porta de entrada (18) que tem pelo menos um canal de entrada (22, 24) configurado para receber o fluido ou o ar ambiente, e uma porta de saída (26) que tem pelo menos um canal de saída (32, 34) configurado para aplicar o fluido a um acessório. ambas as portas de entrada e de saída (18, 26) são dispostas no dispositivo (10). uma cavidade (40) é provida para acomodar a inserção da unidade de recipiente (12) para combinar o fluido de pelo menos um recipiente (14, 16). pelo menos uma espiga (48, 50) é disposta na cavidade e configurada para puncionar um bujão (44, 46) de pelo menos um recipiente quando a unidade de recipiente passar de uma posição superior para uma posição inferior.

Pooling device for single or multiple containers.

Se proporciona un dispositivo [10] para combinar un líquido de una unidad de recipiente [12] que tiene al menos un recipiente [14, 16] y que incluye un puerto de entrada [18] que tiene al menos un canal de entrada [22, 24] configurado para recibir el líquido o el aire ambiente, y un puerto de salida [26] que tiene al menos un canal de salida [32, 34] configurado para suministrar el líquido a un aditamento. En el dispositivo [10] están dispuestos tanto puertos de entrada como de salida [18, 26]. Se proporciona una cavidad [40] para acomodar la inserción de la unidad de recipiente [12] para agrupar el líquido del al menos un recipiente [14, 16]. Al menos una bayoneta [48, 50] está dispuesta en la cavidad y está configurada para perforar un tapón [44, 46] del al menos un recipiente cuando la unidad de recipiente pasa de la posición superior a una posición inferior.

Pooling device for single or multiple containers

A laparoscopic surgical device comprising a ratchet mechanism and elongate cam member

A laparoscopic surgical device with a ratchet mechanism is disclosed. The device has a handle (202) comprising a thumb ring member (204) and a finger ring member (206). A ratchet-tooth mechanism (230) includes a four piece design: a ratchet tooth member (231), a pawl member (238), a cam member (232) and a leaf spring (234). The angular movement of cam member (232) by the user causes the ratchet engagement to be in either one of the three states. An engaged state wherein the ratchet tooth member (231) is engaged to the pawl member (238) and the handle (202) is movable; a released state wherein the ratchet tooth member (231) is out of engagement to the pawl member (238) and the handle (202) is movable; or a defeated state wherein the ratchet tooth member (231) is totally out of engagement to the pawl member (238) and the handle (202) is locked.

Catheter allowing variable dosing of an active agent

A drug eluting catheter includes an active agent, such as a drug or chemical substance, which is integrated with the catheter and allows variable dosing of the agent for elution to the patient's body. The catheter includes a dosing region and graduated markings or is associated with a measurement device that includes graduated markings that correspond to a range of dose of the active agent associated with the catheter. By removing or masking an undesired dosing region prior to administration, a user may vary the dosage to suit a patient's needs.

COMBINATION DEVICE TO COMBINE A MEDICINAL FLUID

DISPOSITIVO DE COMBINAÇÃO PARA RECIPIENTES MÉDICOS UNITÁRIOS OU MÚLTIPLOS. A presente invenção refere-se a um dispositivo de combinação (10) para combinar um fluido de uma unidade de recipiente (12) que tem pelo menos um recipiente (14, 16), e inclui uma porta de entrada (18) que tem pelo menos um canal de entrada (22, 24) configurado para receber o fluido ou o ar ambiente, e uma porta de saída (26) que tem pelo menos um canal de saída (32, 34) configurado para aplicar o fluido a um acessório. Ambas as portas de entrada e de saída (18, 26) são dispostas no dispositivo (10). Uma cavidade (40) é provida para acomodar a inserção da unidade de recipiente (12) para combinar o fluido de pelo menos um recipiente (14, 16). Pelo menos uma espiga (48, 50) é disposta na cavidade e configurada para puncionar um batente (44, 46) de pelo menos um recipiente quando a unidade de recipiente passar de uma posição superior para uma posição inferior. COMBINATION DEVICE FOR SINGLE OR MULTIPLE MEDICAL CONTAINERS. The present invention relates to a combining device (10) for combining a fluid from a container unit (12) that has at least one container (14, 16), and includes an inlet port (18) that has at least one container (14, 16). at least one inlet channel (22, 24) configured to receive fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port (26) having at least one outlet channel (32, 34) configured to apply fluid to an accessory. Both input and output ports (18, 26) are arranged on the device (10). A cavity (40) is provided to accommodate the insertion of the container unit (12) to combine fluid from at least one container (14, 16). At least one tang (48, 50) is arranged in the cavity and configured to punch a stop (44, 46) of at least one container when the container unit moves from an upper position to a lower position.

COMBINATION DEVICE TO COMBINE A FLUID FROM A CONTAINER UNIT

A presente invenção refere-se a um dispositivo de combinação (10) para combinar um fluido de uma unidade de recipiente (12) que tem pelo menos um recipiente (14, 16), e inclui uma porta de entrada (18) que tem pelo menos um canal de entrada (22, 24) configurado para receber o fluido ou o ar ambiente, e uma porta de saída (26) que tem pelo menos um canal de saída (32, 34) configurado para aplicar o fluido a um acessório. Ambas as portas de entrada e de saída (18, 26) são dispostas no dispositivo (10). Uma cavidade (40) é provida para acomodar a inserção da unidade de recipiente (12) para combinar o fluido de pelo menos um recipiente (14, 16). Pelo menos uma espiga (48, 50) é disposta na cavidade e configurada para puncionar um batente (44, 46) de pelo menos um recipiente quando a unidade de recipiente passar de uma posição superior para uma posição inferior. The present invention relates to a combining device (10) for combining a fluid from a container unit (12) having at least one container (14, 16), and including an inlet port (18) having at least one container (14, 16). at least one inlet channel (22, 24) configured to receive fluid or ambient air, and one outlet port (26) having at least one outlet channel (32, 34) configured to apply fluid to a fitting. Both input and output ports (18, 26) are arranged on the device (10). A cavity (40) is provided to accommodate the insertion of the container unit (12) to combine fluid from at least one container (14, 16). At least one tang (48, 50) is disposed in the cavity and configured to punch a stop (44, 46) of at least one container when the container unit passes from an upper position to a lower position.

Catheter allowing variable dosing of an active agent.

Un catéter liberador de fármaco que incluye un agente activo, tal como un fármaco o sustancia química, que está integrada con el catéter y permite una dosificación variable del agente para su liberación en el cuerpo del paciente. El catéter incluye una región de dosificación y marcas graduadas o está asociado con un dispositivo de medición que incluye marcas graduadas que corresponden a un rango de dosis del agente activo asociado con el catéter. Al eliminar o enmascarar una región de dosificación no deseada antes de la administración, un usuario puede variar la dosificación para satisfacer las necesidades de un paciente.

Improved catheter design for use in treating pleural diseases

A catheter for use in treating pleural diseases, such as pleural effusions and pneumothorax, includes a tip portion that is configured to irritate the pleura when the catheter is inserted in the pleural cavity, thereby initiating mechanical pleurodesis. The tip portion has a substantially rough configuration and may include one or more protrusions that contact the pleura when the catheter is in use, thereby irritating the layers. This irritation causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between the parietal and visceral layers that close off the pleural cavity and prevent further fluid and/or air accumulations that occur as a result of pleural diseases.

単一または複数の容器のための貯留デバイス

【課題】医療目的のために使用される貯留デバイスを提供する。【解決手段】デバイスが１０、少なくとも１つの容器１４、１６を有する容器ユニット１２からの流体を貯留するために提供され、デバイスは、流体または周囲空気を受け取るために構成されている少なくとも１つの入口チャネルを有する入口ポートと、流体を取り付け部に送達するために構成されている少なくとも１つの出口チャネルを有する出口ポート２６とを含む。入口および出口ポートの両方は、デバイス上に配置されている。空洞４０が、少なくとも１つの容器からの流体を貯留するための容器ユニットの挿入に適応するために提供される。少なくとも１つのスパイク４８、５０が、空洞内に配置され、少なくとも１つのスパイクは、容器ユニットが上側位置から下側位置に移行するとき、少なくとも１つの容器のストッパ４４、４６を貫通するために構成されている。【選択図】図１

Pooling device for single or multiple medical containers

A device is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit having at least one container, and includes an inlet port having at least one inlet channel configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port having at least one outlet channel configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports are disposed on the device. A cavity is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit for pooling the fluid from the at least one container. At least one spike is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position.

Drainage system

A medical drainage system may include a pair of inlet tubes separated by a pump bulb and a valve chamber, where the valve chamber is in fluid communication with a first inlet tube across a one way valve. A second one-way valve may be provided in the entrance to a drainage container at an inlet tube end opposite the pump bulb. The drainage container may be rigid or flexible and may be equipped with emptying means such as a drain valve, connector for suction source, or other emptying/draining means that can be used to partially or wholly void the container contents (e.g., for sampling, testing, or disposal).

Pooling device for single or multiple containers

A device (10) is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit (12) having at least one container (14, 16), and includes an inlet port (18) having at least one inlet channel (22, 24) configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port (26) having at least one outlet channel (32, 34) configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports (18, 26) are disposed on the device (10). A cavity (40) is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit (12) for pooling the fluid from the at least one container (14, 16). At least one spike (48, 50) is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper (44, 46) of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position. Fig. 1. 03/02/2023 1123 A cxo cC->

Sistema de drenaje corporal.

Se describe un sistema y método para la recolección de fluido de un paciente. El sistema incluye dos placas separadas por miembros proporcionados de fuerza de restauración y correas que permiten que el sistema se coloque en los modos expandido y comprimido. El sistema es un sistema de un solo uso que evita el re-uso del sistema una vez que se ha drenado el fluido recogido. Los métodos para fabricar el sistema también se describen, incluyendo un método que une dos placas juntas para crear una versión ensamblada del sistema.

Catheter design for use in treating pleural diseases

A catheter for use in treating pleural diseases, such as pleural effusions and pneumothorax, includes a tip portion that is configured to irritate the pleura when the catheter is inserted in the pleural cavity, thereby initiating mechanical pleurodesis. The tip portion has a substantially rough configuration and may include one or more protrusions that contact the pleura when the catheter is in use, thereby irritating the layers. This irritation causes the creation of fibrous adhesions between the parietal and visceral layers that close off the pleural cavity and prevent further fluid and/or air accumulations that occur as a result of pleural diseases.

Corporeal drainage system

A system and method for collecting fluid from a patient is disclosed. The system includes two plates separated by restoring force providing members and straps allowing the system to be placed in expanded and compressed modes. The system is a single use system that prevents the re¬ use of the system once it has been drained of collected fluid. Methods for fabricating the system are also disclosed, including a method that bonds two plates together to create an assembled version of the system.

Improved method of treating pleural effusion

The present invention provides methods of treating pleural effusion in a subject, comprising removing fluid from the pleural space at an increased frequency, as compared to previous methods.

Improved method of treating pleural effusion

The present invention provides methods of treating pleural effusion in a subject, comprising removing fluid from the pleural space at an increased frequency, as compared to previous methods.

Metodo mejorado para el tratamiento de efusion pleural.

La presente invención proporciona métodos de tratamiento de efusión pleural en un sujeto, que comprende la extracción de líquido del espacio pleural a una frecuencia aumentada, en comparación con los métodos anteriores.

método para tratamento de efusão pleural a um sujeito e kit

"MÉTODO PARA TRATAMENTO DE EFUSÃO PLEURAL A UM SUJEITO, KIT E USO DE UM AGENTE ESCLEROSANTE". A presente invenção fornece métodos para tratar efusão pleural em um sujeito, compreendendo a remoção de fluido a partir do espaço pleural a uma freqüência aumentada, se comparada a métodos anteriores.

Improved method of treating pleural effusion

Improved method of treating pleural effusion

The present invention provides methods of treating pleural effusion in a subject, comprising removing fluid from the pleural space at an increased frequency, as compared to previous methods.

Pooling device for single or multiple medical containers

Active pleurodesis catheter

System and components for inducing pleurodesis while minimizing likelihood of tissue damage from direct application of pleurodesisenhancing materials. A tube device is provided that is configured to elute pleurodesis-enhancing material. The device includes one or more features configured to prevent or lessen the likelihood that the pleurodesisenhancing material comes into direct and concentrated contact with patient tissue when a distal length of the device is disposed indwelling a patient.

Surgical retractor securing device with capture assembly

A resilient compressive surgical retractor securing device with capture assembly includes a compressive securing device that compressively joins the resilient compressive surgical retractor securing device with capture assembly to a surgical accessory bar of a halo style head fixation device and a capture assembly that releasably retains the elasticized band of a scalp hook retractor. The compressive securing device is formed with an arm that is configured to form a neck for receiving the surgical accessory bar or other external support between the arm and the compressive securing device. The arm may be resilient or non-resilient, and may employ releasable closures to close the neck. The capture assembly may include a pivotable cam that releasably retains the elasticized band of a scalp hook retractor by compressing the band between the cam and the surgical accessory bar or other external support.

Pooling device for single or multiple containers

A pooling device for pooling a fluid from a container unit including a cavity configured for accommodating insertion of the container unit for pooling the fluid from the container, at least one spike disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper of the container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position, and a locking mechanism for securely holding the container unit in the cavity when the container unit is in the lower position. [Figure 1] 23/08/24 1123 A cxo cC->

Pooling device for single or multiple medical containers

A device [10] is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit [12] having at least one container [14, 16], and includes an inlet port [18] having at least one inlet channel [22, 24] configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port [26] having at least one outlet channel [32, 34] configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports [18, 26] are disposed on the device [10]. A cavity [40] is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit [12] for pooling the fluid from the at least one container [14, 16]. At least one spike [48, 50] is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper [44, 46] of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position.

Active pleurodesis catheter

System and components for inducing pleurodesis while minimizing likelihood of tissue damage from direct application of pleurodesisenhancing materials. A tube device is provided that is configured to elute pleurodesis-enhancing material. The device includes one or more features configured to prevent or lessen the likelihood that the pleurodesisenhancing material comes into direct and concentrated contact with patient tissue when a distal length of the device is disposed indwelling a patient.

Dispositivo de combinacion para contenedores medicos individuales o multiples.

Se proporciona un dispositivo [10] para combinar un líquido de una unidad de recipiente [12] que tiene al menos un recipiente [14, 16] y que incluye una entrada [18] que tiene al menos un canal de entrada [22, 24] configurado para recibir el líquido o el aire ambiente, y una salida [26] que tiene al menos un canal de salida [32, 34] configurado para suministrar el líquido a un aditamento. En el dispositivo [10] están dispuestos tanto entradas como salidas [18, 26]. Se proporciona una cavidad [40] para acomodar la inserción de la unidad de recipiente [12] para agrupar el líquido del al menos un recipiente [14, 16]. Al menos una bayoneta [48, 50] está dispuesta en la cavidad y está configurada para perforar un tapón [44, 46] del al menos un recipiente cuando la unidad de recipiente pasa de la posición superior a una posición inferior.

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