Abstract: A method of computing a heart rate value compensates for noise derived from the subject, the sensor, the transmission, and/or other variables that can lead to false R-peak detection or missed R-peak detection. The method computes an updated heart rate based on a window of approximately ten seconds of digitized ECG readings broadcast from a sensor. A new value is calculated approximately every second such that the window of ECG readings overlaps considerably between consecutive calculations. The method compensates for noisy data by discarding heart rate samples that differ by more than a threshold amount from a previously calculated heart rate value. The threshold is adjusted based on a standard deviation of differences between heart rate samples. Prior to calculating a heart rate value, a forward-looking, pre-filter logic may be applied in situations where the raw data has an extremely low signal-to-noise ratio.

Abstract: A dexterous operation arm driven by modular joint time-sharing switching, the operation arm comprising a plurality of completely identical sub-sections, each sub-section comprising three parts: an external elbow assembly, an internal transmission assembly, and an elbow drive unit. The tail end of the operation arm can be connected to end effectors, such as claws, tweezers, scissors, and the like, to form a dexterous micro-device, which is mounted at the tail end of a minimally invasive surgical robotic system to assist in minimally invasive surgery. The operation arm modularizes operation arm joints, and separates the drive of each joint, which improves the flexibility of the operation arm, and can enable dexterously delivering an end effector to the vicinity of a lesion for surgery.

Abstract: A method of and system for the determination of MMI to assist in injury and exposure claim adjudication by assisting stakeholders access to a metric system analysis based on an objective claim data set. The method and system utilizes a recovery score index for determining whether the individual is medically stable and one or more recovery phase classifications for determining that available treatment has been provided to the individual. Based on these metrics, the present invention is able to determine a highly accurate and objective maximum medical improvement status and dating assignment.

Abstract: Co-manipulation robotic systems are described herein that may be used for assisting with laparoscopic surgical procedures. The co-manipulation robotic systems allow a surgeon to use commercially-available surgical tools while providing benefits associated with surgical robotics. Advantageously, the surgical tools may be seamlessly coupled to the robot arms using a disposable coupler while the reusable portions of the robot arm remain in a sterile drape. Further, the co-manipulation robotic system may operate in multiple modes to enhance usability and safety, while allowing the surgeon to position the instrument directly with the instrument handle and further maintain the desired position of the instrument using the robot arm.

Abstract: A surgical drape for covering at least a portion of a surgical robot arm, the arm comprising at least one drive assembly interface element for transferring drive between the arm and an instrument engageable with the arm, the drape comprising an interface portion locatable between the arm and the instrument when the instrument is engaged with the arm; and a bulk portion encompassing the interface portion; the interface portion and the bulk portion being adjacent one another, the interface portion comprising one or more of a material or configuration having a lower modulus than that of the bulk portion in at least one direction, and a movable portion, the movable portion being movable relative to the bulk portion, so as to permit repeatable movement of a portion of the interface portion relative to the bulk portion.

Abstract: Co-manipulation robotic systems are described herein that may be used for assisting with laparoscopic surgical procedures. The co-manipulation robotic systems allow a surgeon to use commercially-available surgical tools while providing benefits associated with surgical robotics. Advantageously, the surgical tools may be seamlessly coupled to the robot arms using a disposable coupler while the reusable portions of the robot arm remain in a sterile drape. Further, the co-manipulation robotic system may operate in multiple modes to enhance usability and safety, while allowing the surgeon to position the instrument directly with the instrument handle and further maintain the desired position of the instrument using the robot arm.

Abstract: Co-manipulation robotic systems are described herein that may be used for assisting with laparoscopic surgical procedures. The co-manipulation robotic systems allow a surgeon to use commercially-available surgical tools while providing benefits associated with surgical robotics. Advantageously, the surgical tools may be seamlessly coupled to the robot arms using a disposable coupler while the reusable portions of the robot arm remain in a sterile drape. Further, the co-manipulation robotic system may operate in multiple modes to enhance usability and safety, while allowing the surgeon to position the instrument directly with the instrument handle and further maintain the desired position of the instrument using the robot arm.

Abstract: Aspects of this disclosure pertain to a device with an elongated body having a distal end. The distal end may comprise a port that permits discharge of a laser energy towards a tissue from an optical fiber located in the distal end. An exterior surface of the distal end may include a cauterization portion that permits discharge of a cauterization energy towards the tissue. In some aspects, the device includes an insulative portion that attaches the distal end to the elongated body and limits energy transfer therebetween. Related systems and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: Co-manipulation robotic systems are described herein that may be used for assisting with laparoscopic surgical procedures. The co-manipulation robotic systems allow a surgeon to use commercially-available surgical tools while providing benefits associated with surgical robotics. Advantageously, the surgical tools may be seamlessly coupled to the robot arms using a disposable coupler while the reusable portions of the robot arm remain in a sterile drape. Further, the co-manipulation robotic system may operate in multiple modes to enhance usability and safety, while allowing the surgeon to position the instrument directly with the instrument handle and further maintain the desired position of the instrument using the robot arm.

Abstract: Proposed are a method of verifying matching of a surgical target, an apparatus therefor, and a system including the same, the method including: preparing a three-dimensional (3D) model including shape information about the surgical target; acquiring information about positions and postures of the surgical target and a target marker attached to the surgical target through a tracker; performing matching with the 3D model by deriving a correlation in position and posture between the surgical target and the target marker; tracking change in the position and posture of a probe tip moving along a surface of the surgical target; and generating and displaying matching verification information including a 3D graphic icon, which represents a relative positional relationship between the probe tip and the 3D model, corresponding to change in at least one of the position and posture of the probe tip.

Abstract: A slider is provided. A slider of the present disclosure includes a slider body disposed to be movable in a linear direction relative to a surgical instrument, and two holders disposed on the slider body for holding ends of a wire between the two holders to retain the wire in an annular shape. At least a first holder of the two holders is provided with an insertion hole for inserting and passing the ends of the wire toward an outside from between the two holders.

Abstract: A method includes: synchronously calculating offsets of a first mechanical arm, a second mechanical arm and an endoscopy mechanical arm corresponding to a change of posture of the surgical bed when the change of posture of the surgical bed is detected in real time; calculating target joint readings of each of the first mechanical arm, the second mechanical arm and the endoscopy mechanical arm based on the offsets; adjusting in real time the first mechanical arm, the second mechanical arm and the endoscopy mechanical arm, based on the calculated target joint readings. The method acquires the joint readings of the mechanical arm of the surgical robot with information about a change of posture of the surgical bed so as to achieve the purpose of synchronizing the mechanical arm with the change of posture of the surgical bed.

Abstract: Introduced here are pressure-mitigation systems able to mitigate the pressure applied to a human body by the surface of an object. A system can include a pressure-mitigation device with chambers whose pressure can be varied by a controller that regulates the flow of fluid produced by a pump. The controller may be deployed as part of a closed loop system that autonomously infers information related to the health of a patient based on data related to the pressure of these chambers. For example, the data may be examined to determine whether the values indicate the patient is properly situated. A notification may be presented responsive to determining that the patient is not situated on the pressure-mitigation device, the patient has been improperly situated on the pressure-mitigation device for a certain amount of time, etc. Thus, real-time feedback may be provided to those responsible for monitoring the patient.

Abstract: Co-manipulation robotic systems are described herein that may be used for assisting with laparoscopic surgical procedures. The co-manipulation robotic systems allow a surgeon to use commercially-available surgical tools while providing benefits associated with surgical robotics. Advantageously, the surgical tools may be seamlessly coupled to the robot arms using a disposable coupler while the reusable portions of the robot arm remain in a sterile drape. Further, the co-manipulation robotic system may operate in multiple modes to enhance usability and safety, while allowing the surgeon to position the instrument directly with the instrument handle and further maintain the desired position of the instrument using the robot arm.

Abstract: Haptic feedback from a robotic surgical tool can be adjusted based on intra-operative assessment of the accuracy of a pre-operative surgical navigational plans. Navigational reference points are identified in at least one pre-operative image. At least one haptic response is identified for interactions between at least one robotic surgical tool and at least one navigational reference point. At least one intra-operative image is compared to the pre-operative image to determine the relative position of at least two corresponding navigational reference points in the images. The reference points' relative position determines a confidence level in the accuracy of the pre-operative navigational reference point. The haptic response is adjusted in timing, location, type, or amplitude based upon the confidence level. Tolerances and surgical navigation plan may also be updated and altered based on the confidence level.

Abstract: A robotically-assisted surgical device assists robotic surgery with a surgical robot including a robot arm, and includes a processing unit and a display unit. The processing unit acquires 3D data of a subject; acquires kinematic information of the robot arm; acquires information of a surgical procedure for operating; acquires position planning information for a plurality of ports to be pierced on a body surface of the subject; acquires measurement information obtained by measuring a position of a first port pierced on the body surface among the plurality of ports; determines a position of at least one of remaining ports other than the first port, based on the measurement information of the position of the first port, the information of the surgical procedure, the kinematic information, and the 3D data; and causes the display unit to display information indicating the determined position of the remaining port.

Abstract: A multisensory environment apparatus for providing stress reduction to a user is disclosed. The apparatus includes a support frame that defines a recess. Auditory signal generators, somatosensory signal modules, olfactive signal modules, visual signal modules, and vestibular signal modules are positioned to deliver the associated to a user positioned in the recess. One or more of these signals are delivered to the user by the multisensory environment apparatus during a session. The delivery of the auditory and vibrotactile signals to the user work to meet the user's vital functions where they are, entrain them, and guide them to a more relaxed state, helping to reduce stress. The combination of the signals and the apparatus provide short term relief of acute stress, and long term benefits by breaking the cycle of chronic stress.

Abstract: A method of constructing a system comprising one or more surgical arms, comprising: providing: a plurality of modular units, each modular unit comprising at least one surgical arm attached to at least one motor unit configured for actuating movement of the surgical arm; coupling one or more modular units to each other in an attachment configuration; displaying on a user interface one or both of an indication of the attachment configuration and a selection of an attachment configuration.

Abstract: An electronic system for determining a time of the temperature nadir of a female human during the menstrual cycle comprises a wearable device (1) that includes a first sensor system (104), configured to determine a temperature of the female human, and a second sensor system (101, 102, 103), configured to determine one or more further physiological parameters of the female human. The electronic system further comprises a processor (13, 30, 40), configured to determine a detected starting point of the fertility phase of the female human, using the one or more further physiological parameters of the female human. The processor (13, 30, 40) is further configured to detect the temperature nadir as a temporary decrease in the temperature, using the detected starting point of the fertility phase of the female human. The time of the temperature nadir is used as an indicator of the time of ovulation and peak oestrogen level.

Abstract: The invention is generally directed to a sterile surgical drape designed to provide a sterile barrier with a self-contained, expandable sterile pocket. The sterile surgical drape includes a pocket sized and shaped to accommodate the C-arm of an X-ray machine. The pocket spans the width of the operative site and includes an elastic band along a top edge to ensure that the pocket does not drop below the sterile field when not in use. In this way, the pocket is maintained around the C-arm and the sterile field is preserved during use. The surgical drape can optionally include an adhesive antimicrobial strip configured with an elongated length. The surgical drape can further optionally include one or more pouches sized and shaped to retain surgical instruments or tools.