Abstract: A mastopexy implant for maintaining the breast in an elevated and aesthetically pleasing position includes a lower pole support comprising end portions which may be affixed to the chest wall or to a previously installed upper suspension strut. The implant is loaded in an insertion device. The insertion device is inserted through a small incision and into a subcutaneous pocket created in an inferior half of the breast. The lower pole support may have various constructs and in one embodiment includes a unitary conformable mesh having a plurality of arm or band members which are attached across the breast parenchyma and to the chest wall.

Abstract: An internal anatomic target that is infected by pathogenic microorganisms is treated using an applicator configured for delivering a therapeutic solution thereto and an UV light-emitting device transmits UV light thereon.

Abstract: Various endoscopes are integrated with an applicator configured for delivering a therapeutic solution to an internal anatomic target that may be infected by pathogenic microorganisms and a UV light-emitting device transmitting UV light thereto.

Abstract: Fastening devices are provided that are designed to effectively close tissue as well as instruments for applying the inventive fastening devices. The devices are useful for closing tissue such as mucosa in the oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx, laryngeal surfaces, oronasopharynx, or other mucosal tissues. In particular, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP), uvulopalatal flap (UPF) technique, and tonsillectomy can be assisted using the inventive system. Embodiments also provide methods of using the fastening devices and/or instruments, and kits including the fastening devices.

Abstract: An internal anatomic target that is infected by pathogenic microorganisms is treated using an applicator configured for delivering a therapeutic solution thereto and an UV light-emitting device transmits UV light thereon.

Abstract: A mastopexy implant for maintaining the breast in an elevated and aesthetically pleasing position includes a lower pole support comprising end portions which may be affixed to the chest wall or to a previously installed upper suspension strut. The implant is loaded in an insertion device. The insertion device is inserted through a small incision and into a subcutaneous pocket created in an inferior half of the breast. The lower pole support may have various constructs and in one embodiment includes a unitary conformable mesh having a plurality of arm or band members which are attached across the breast parenchyma and to the chest wall.

Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems employ cryolysis of oropharyngeal adipose tissues to selectively remove fat cells from the tissues causing obstructive sleep apnea. In various embodiments, a chilled liquid—e.g., a liquid or air—is applied to the target tissue at a temperature and for a duration sufficient to cause cryolysis.

Abstract: Tongue-stabilization devices and methods, such as, for example, for treatment and/or reduction of symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Abstract: A decontamination chamber entranceway to an asbestos removal work area includes rigid swinging doors for a rapid escape from the contaminated work area due to an emergency such as a fire or smoke. Also during a power failure it is easy for the workers to leave the work area through the rigid swinging doors of the invention. Each of the doors may include an air inlet opening having at least one plastic flap covering the inlet opening which allows suitable amounts of air to flow through the inlet to maintain a negative air pressure in the work area while having air flow in the work area sufficient to change the air at least every 10 to 15 minutes. The plastic flaps of the doors are preferably pivotally-mounted rigid clear plastic which seal automatically upon loss of negative air pressure in the work area. The rigid flaps can be electro-mechanically operated to positively control the size and functioning of air inlet openings and close off the openings upon emergency conditions.

Abstract: A decontamination chamber entranceway to an asbestos removal work area includes rigid swinging doors for a rapid escape from the contaminated work area due to an emergency such as a fire or smoke. Also during a power failure it is easy for the workers to leave the work area through the rigid swinging doors of the invention. Each of the doors may include an air inlet opening having at least one plastic flap covering the inlet opening which allows suitable amounts of air to flow through the inlet to maintain a negative air pressure in the work area while having air flow in the work area sufficient to change the air at least every 10 to 15 minutes. The plastic flaps of the doors are preferable pivotally-mounted rigid clear plastic which seal automatically upon loss of negative air pressure in the work area. The rigid flaps can be electro-mechanically operated to positively control size and functioning of air inlet openings and close off the openings upon emergency conditions.

Abstract: An entranceway to an asbestos contaminated work area includes solid doors for a rapid escape from a contaminated work area due to an emergency such as a fire and the dangers posed by exposure to smoke. Also during a power failure it is easy for the workers to leave the work area. The immediate exiting from the work area is thereby greatly facilitated by the solid swinging doors of the invention. Each of the doors have a transparent portion through which the work area or an adjacent chamber of a decontamination chamber may be observed. The doors further include an air inlet having at least one flexible plastic flap covering the inlet which allows suitable amounts of air to flow through the inlet to maintain a negative air pressure in the work area while the air in the work area is changed at least every 10 to 15 minutes. The plastic flaps of the doorway seal automatically upon loss of negative air pressure in the work area.

Abstract: An entranceway to an asbestos contaminated work area includes solid doors for a rapid escape from a contaminated work area due to an emergency such as a fire and the danger posed by exposure to smoke. Also during a power failure it is easy for the workers to leave the work area. The immediate exiting from the work area is thereby greatly facilitated by the solid swinging doors. Each of the doors have a transparent portion through which the work area or an adjacent chamber of a decontamination chamber may be observed. The doors further include an air inlet having at least one flexible plastic flap covering the inlet which allows suitable amounts of air to flow through the inlet to maintain a negative air pressure in the work area while the air in the work area is changed at least every 10 to 15 minutes. The plastic flaps of the doorway seal automatically upon loss of negative air pressure in the work area.

Abstract: An improved glove/mitten has been developed which includes steel needles projecting from one side of the glove/mitten to ensure complete removal of asbestos-containing materials from complex structures. The glove/mitten is bendable to adapt itself to the shape of the structure from which the asbestos-containing material is to be removed.

Abstract: A fire condition detection and control system for use with air moving and filtering units. The system includes one or more remote fire condition detection units, which sense heat or smoke and, upon such sensing, transmit a signal indicative of an alarm condition to one or more air moving and filtering units located within a containment area. The transmission is by wireless radio frequency transmission and/or a wired transmission line or cable. The air moving and filtering units detect the alarm condition and disconnect power to the blower motor of the air moving and filtering unit. The receiver and control circuitry may be integral with the air moving and filtering unit, or may be part of a separate control unit that plugs into conventional air moving and filtering units.

Abstract: A filtration device for filtering airborne contaminants, such as airborne asbestos fibers, from the air, including a housing having an inlet for receiving contaminated air, an outlet for expelling filtered air outside of the housing, a filter, including a HEPA filter, in sealed communication with the inlet, and a blower within the housing for drawing air through the filter means and for expelling the filtered air through the outlet to the outside of the housing. A control and display system continuously senses differential air pressure within the housing and blower speed, converts the differential air pressure and blower speed to an air flow rate value and displays the air flow rate through a display unit. Manually controllable key pad switches are provided to selectively change the desired air flow rate, to set upper and lower pressure limit values, and to set the operating time for the system operation.

Abstract: A sealed filtration cannister including a filtration mechanism sealed within the cannister. A prefilter and a HEPA filter entrap asbestos-containing dust within the sealed cannister. Upon usage of the filtration cannister for a predetermined number of hours, the cannister is disposed of in its entirety. The cannister is used in conjunction with a separate vacuum cleaner device having a suction hose communicating with a cannister lid removably mounted on top of the cannister. Alternatively, the cannister is used with a portable vacuum motor assembly removably mounted on top of the cannister to provide independent suction to the filtration cannister.

Abstract: An abandoned or inactive portion of an asbestos open pit or underground shaft mine is used to permanently bury asbestos waste material produced from asbestos mining, asbestos processing and building demolition or renovation. The asbestos waste material is deposited in the mine, preferrably, in sealed containers and covered with tailings or non-asbestos material, such as soil or the like. As the asbestos waste material is deposited in the mine, it is covered with a layer of tailings or non-asbestos material within any twenty-four hour period. This procedure is repeated until the mine if filled and ultimately covered with a layer of non-asbestos material. A layer of vegetation is then planted on top of the former mine site.

Abstract: A sealed filtration cannister including a filtration mechanism sealed within the cannister. A prefilter and a HEPA filter entrap asbestos-containing dust within the sealed cannister. Upon usage of the filtration cannister for a predetermined number of hours, the cannister is disposed of in its entirety. The cannister is used in conjunction with a separate vacuum cleaner device having a suction hose communicating with a cannister lid removably mounted on top of the cannister. Alternately, the cannister is used with a portable vacuum motor assembly removably mounted on top of the cannister to provide independent suction to the filtration cannister.

Abstract: A negative pressure method and apparatus for protection from airborne asbestos and other particulate contamination is disclosed, including an enclosure with doorways and decontamination chambers with an air intake through the decontamination chambers with at least one filtration unit flow connected with the enclosure, with a blower to pull air into the filtration unit and dispelling the filtered air to the atmosphere. A high volume air flow intake is maintained with a significant negative air pressure in the enclosure. A filtration device is provided with multiple entrance ports providing for a large flow of air through the body of the room together with individual entrance ports to receive the discharge from separate vacuum cleaners.