Abstract: A microscope insert includes a beam splitter, a camera, a processing unit, a display device, and a polarizer element. The beam splitter is configured to direct a first portion of first light from an object in a first direction and a second portion of the first light in a second direction. The display device is configured to generate a graphical representation of information relevant to the object and transmit second light corresponding to the graphical representation. The polarizer element is configured to modify a polarization of the second light from the display device. The beam splitter directs a first portion of the modified second light in the first direction to a viewing device. The first portion of the modified second light and the first portion of the first light from the object are combined for simultaneous viewing of the graphical representation and the object by the user.

Abstract: A surgical guidance system and method for assisting a surgeon in a surgical procedure performed on a patient is disclosed. The system comprises an image acquisition device configured to generate substantially real-time digital video data representing patient images of an eye of the patient. The system further comprises a processor coupled to the image acquisition device and configured to receive the digital video data from the image acquisition device, receive external data from an external data source, and generate composite digital image data based on the digital video data and the external data. The system further comprises a display device coupled to the processor, the display device being configured to display, to the surgeon from the composite digital image data, overlaid images including procedural prompts according to the patient images and the external data.

Abstract: A microscope insert includes a camera, a display device, a beam splitter, and a processing unit. The camera is configured to receive a first portion of first light through a microscope from an object and generate a signal representing an image of the object. The display device is configured to generate a graphical representation of information relevant to the object and project second light representing the graphical representation. The beam splitter is configured to direct a second portion of the first light from the object and a first portion of the second light to a viewing device for simultaneously viewing the object and the information by a user. The processing unit is configured to track motions of the object based on the image of the object and control the display device to adjust the graphical representation according to the motions of the object.

Abstract: A microscope insert includes a camera, a display device, a beam splitter, and a processing unit. The camera is configured to receive a first portion of first light through a microscope from an object and generate a signal representing an image of the object. The display device is configured to generate a graphical representation of information relevant to the object and project second light representing the graphical representation. The beam splitter is configured to direct a second portion of the first light from the object and a first portion of the second light to a viewing device for simultaneously viewing the object and the information by a user. The processing unit is configured to track motions of the object based on the image of the object and control the display device to adjust the graphical representation according to the motions of the object.

Abstract: A microscope insert includes a beam splitter, a camera, a processing unit, a display device, and a polarizer element. The beam splitter is configured to direct a first portion of first light from an object in a first direction and a second portion of the first light in a second direction. The display device is configured to generate a graphical representation of information relevant to the object and transmit second light corresponding to the graphical representation. The polarizer element is configured to modify a polarization of the second light from the display device. The beam splitter directs a first portion of the modified second light in the first direction to a viewing device. The first portion of the modified second light and the first portion of the first light from the object are combined for simultaneous viewing of the graphical representation and the object by the user.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide for biosensors that include a material such as polydiacetylene (PDA) material, where the material is used for detection of a microbe or microbial product present in a fluid present in the container. Embodiments of the present disclosure provide for containers, or structures used in conjunction with the containers, that include a polydiacetylene (PDA) material, where the PDA material is used for detection of a microbe or microbial product present in a fluid present in the container. In an embodiment, a change of PDA color (e.g., blue to red) indicates detection of the microbe or microbial product in the fluid within the container. In an embodiment, the PDA material can be selected and/or the container or structure designed so that only certain types of microbes can be detected or so that a plurality of types of microbes is detected.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a solution container includes a body adapted to store a solution, a nozzle through which the solution can exit the body, and a biosensor material integrated with the container, wherein the biosensor material has a first color when it has not been exposed to a contaminant but turns a second color when it comes into contact with a contaminant.

Abstract: A surgical guidance system and method for assisting a surgeon in a surgical procedure performed on a patient is disclosed. The system comprises an image acquisition device configured to generate substantially real-time digital video data representing patient images of an eye of the patient. The system further comprises a processor coupled to the image acquisition device and configured to receive the digital video data from the image acquisition device, receive external data from an external data source, and generate composite digital image data based on the digital video data and the external data. The system further comprises a display device coupled to the processor, the display device being configured to display, to the surgeon from the composite digital image data, overlaid images including procedural prompts according to the patient images and the external data.

Abstract: Provided herein is a composition for detection of a microbial product in a sample comprising a polydiacetylene (PDA) and a packaging polymer, wherein the sample contacts the PDA and a change of PDA color indicates detection. Also provided herein are methods of making a packaging material comprising a PDA and methods of using the composition for detection of a microbial product in a sample.

Abstract: The present invention provides an interface for collaboration between patients, medical professionals and third parties. Patients, medical professionals and third parties may share information regarding medical procedures, products and services using computer- and web-based human-machine interfaces that implement a highly interactive and personalized Mobile Health Interface. The present invention allows medical professionals to obtain informed consent from patients after patient education and development of the informed consent; medical professionals and patients may also use the system to enhance patient compliance with medical instructions and enable medical professionals to track compliance. Third parties may use the system to market products and services using targeted advertisements and promotions. Medical professionals are able to screen third-party marketing activity in order to integrate third-party services and products into patient care.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to medical devices and, in particular, to medical visualization systems and methods of use. In one embodiment, a medical visualization system may include a video source configured for insertion into a patient and an external data source. A central processing unit in communication with the video source and the external data source may be configured to merge data from the video source and data from the external data source into a left hybrid image and a right hybrid image. The medical visualization system may further include eyewear having left and right oculars in communication with the central processing unit. The left ocular and right ocular may each include a display, and the displays may be configured to project the left hybrid image on the left display and the right hybrid image on the right display.

Abstract: A microscope, e.g., a surgical microscope, includes an image generation device in the light path or light paths of the microscope. Images based on real-time or static data concerning the object in view, e.g., a patient's MRI data and/or parameters of one or more surgical instruments being used to operate on the patient, are projected into the microscope's light path so the surgeon does not need to look away from the surgical field and does not require other personnel to read outloud the settings and data from the machines being used in the surgery.

Abstract: A microscope, e.g., a surgical microscope, includes an image generation device in the light path or light paths of the microscope. Images based on real-time or static data concerning the object in view, e.g., a patient's MRI data and/or parameters of one or more surgical instruments being used to operate on the patient, are projected into the microscope's light path so the surgeon does not need to look away from the surgical field and does not require other personnel to read outloud the settings and data from the machines being used in the surgery.