Abstract: A window well cover assembly comprises a cover grate, pivotally coupleable to a window well structure or a dwelling. At least one actuator is operable to pivot the cover grate from a closed position in which the cover grate is closed over the window well into an open position in which the cover grate is opened over the window well. A latching assembly is operable to maintain the cover grate in the closed position until released to allow the actuator to pivot the cover grate into the open position.

Abstract: A device for stabilizing tissue includes a stabilization member with portions at least partially defining an observation area therebetween. The portions are adapted to contact tissue to stabilize tissue with respect to the stabilization member. The device further includes an apparatus attached with respect to the stabilization member. The apparatus includes at least one port adapted to emit light into the observation area and towards stabilized tissue.

Abstract: Minimally invasive introducers and methods that can be used for rotationally securing devices within the human body. Introducers can include a distal element for releasably engaging a lead head controllable from a proximal control located outside of the body. An inner stem can extend between a proximal portion and a distal portion, and be pivotally and rotatably coupled to the distal lead engagement mechanism. An outer tube can be rotatably disposed over the inner stem and be flexibly coupled over the pivot to rotationally drive the distal element. A helical epicardial-myocardial lead electrode can be secured and oriented straight ahead and introduced through a port or small incision with the introducer in a straight configuration. The introducer can then be bent and rotated to screw the helical electrode into the heart.