Abstract: Devices and method for determining a pupil size of a subject having closed eyelids.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for determining gastric content volume. The internal temperature of the contents of the stomach is measured at least one predetermined time t after the patient is fed, and the gastric volume determined from the temperature. In preferred embodiments, a known volume of water at a known temperature is injected into the stomach, and the temperature of the stomach contents is measured after the stomach temperature has stabilized. An apparatus for performing the method, in which continuous measurement is possible without disturbing the patient's feeding schedule, and a method for using the inventive method in the control of an automatic feeding apparatus, are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) catheter systems having multiple ports and sensors configured to determine the location of the catheter's and/or guidewire's distal end as well as optional one or more magnetic bending aids, configured to aim a guidewire to the desired duct location. Further provided is a guidewire having a magnetic end and optional sensing elements. Also provided are methods of using the catheters and/or guidewires in ERCP procedures.

Abstract: Device for accessing a pericardial space of a subject in need thereof, the device including a tubular member having an atraumatic distal end and a thread formed on, and at least partially around, the outer surface of the tubular member, proximally to the distal end; wherein the thread is configured to cut, puncture and/or penetrate a pericardium.

Abstract: A guided tracheal intubation system using an autonomous modulated light source, outputting modulated illumination at a constant level, and externally applied to the subject's larynx region. An optical imaging system receives a video stream from within the subject's throat, including modulated illumination from the subject's trachea. A display control system performs signal processing on the modulated content of the images, and outputs frames of those images in which the intensity level of illumination from the trachea can be controlled without any need to change the illumination output from the modulated light source. The light source has no connection with the rest of the system, and need contain no more than a battery, a power supply circuit and a light source. It can therefore be of low cost and can be made disposable, such as in the form of an adhesive patch applied to the subject's neck.

Abstract: Devices and method for determining a pupil size of a subject having closed eyelids.

Abstract: Devices and method for determining a pupil size of a subject having closed eyelids.

Abstract: There are provided herein methods, devices, kits and systems utilizing respiratory mask for delivering pressurized fluid to a subject via inhalation in an efficient manner. The fluid may include gas and/or drug and by utilizing the methods, devices, kits and systems provided, efficient drug delivery to the subject's airways is achieved. The systems, devices, kits and methods further allow inducing insufflation/exsufflation in particular in subjects having impaired suffering from low neuromotor capacity, such as spinal cord injuries (SCI) patients.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of devices accommodating bag ventilators applied in medical settings, and, more particularly to devices for automation of the use of bag ventilators.

Abstract: A guided tracheal intubation system using an autonomous modulated light source, outputting modulated illumination at a constant level, and externally applied to the subject's larynx region. An optical imaging system receives a video stream from within the subject's throat, including modulated illumination from the subject's trachea. A display control system performs signal processing on the modulated content of the images, and outputs frames of those images in which the intensity level of illumination from the trachea can be controlled without any need to change the illumination output from the modulated light source. The light source has no connection with the rest of the system, and need contain no more than a battery, a power supply circuit and a light source. It can therefore be of low cost and can be made disposable, such as in the form of an adhesive patch applied to the subject's neck.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of devices accommodating bag ventilators applied in medical settings, and, more particularly to devices for automation of the use of bag ventilators.

Abstract: Device for accessing a pericardial space of a subject in need thereof, the device including a tubular member having an atraumatic distal end and a thread formed on, and at least partially around, the outer surface of the tubular member, proximally to the distal end; wherein the thread is configured to cut, puncture and/or penetrate a pericardium.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for determining gastric content volume. The internal temperature of the contents of the stomach is measured at least one predetermined time t after the patient is fed, and the gastric volume determined from the temperature. In preferred embodiments, a known volume of water at a known temperature is injected into the stomach, and the temperature of the stomach contents is measured after the stomach temperature has stabilized. An apparatus for performing the method, in which continuous measurement is possible without disturbing the patient's feeding schedule, and a method for using the inventive method in the control of an automatic feeding apparatus, are also disclosed.

Abstract: Devices and method for determining a pupil size of a subject having closed eyelids.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are ablation catheter tips and catheters, and catheter ablation methods, wherein a same channel within the catheter may be simultaneously used both for applying suction and attaching a target tissue to the ablation electrode, and for expelling a coolant introduced into the catheter via a second channel, fluidly coupled thereto.

Abstract: A guided tracheal intubation system using an autonomous modulated light source, outputting modulated illumination at a constant level, and externally applied to the subject's larynx region. An optical imaging system receives a video stream from within the subject's throat, including modulated illumination from the subject's trachea. A display control system performs signal processing on the modulated content of the images, and outputs frames of those images in which the intensity level of illumination from the trachea can be controlled without any need to change the illumination output from the modulated light source. The light source has no connection with the rest of the system, and need contain no more than a battery, a power supply circuit and a light source. It can therefore be of low cost and can be made disposable, such as in the form of an adhesive patch applied to the subject's neck.