Abstract: A suture button is provided that is adapted for soft tissue fixation. In one aspect, the button includes a textured bottom surface that allows gripping the soft tissue material and distributing the tension that holds the soft tissue to the bone thereby reducing the likelihood the soft tissue tearing.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a nasal cannula having a nasal prong. The nasal prong includes a first end portion that defines an inlet opening, a second end portion that defines an outlet opening, and a middle portion. A side wall of the nasal prong defines a flow passage between the inlet opening and the outlet opening. The nasal prong is configured to be inserted within a nostril of a patient with the outlet opening disposed within the nostril. The inlet opening is fluidically coupled to a support tube to deliver a flow of the gas into the airway of the patient via the nasal prong. The side wall of the nasal prong defines a port that is in fluid communication with the flow passage. The port is fluidically coupled to a pressure sensor to take a series of pressure measurements within the flow passage during the delivery of the oxygen-containing gas.

Abstract: Certain configurations are described of devices that can receive and retain a radiation measuring device during administration of a nuclear medication. In some instances, the radiation measuring device can measure radiation levels being delivered through an intravenous line positioned within the device and connected to a patient. Methods and systems using the devices are also described.

Abstract: Certain configurations of devices and systems that can administer a nuclear medication in an automated manner are described. In some instances, the system can receive a nuclear medication in a shielded transport container and administer the nuclear medication to a patient through an intravenous line in an automated manner to minimize radiation exposure by staff. Methods of using the devices and systems are also described.

Abstract: Certain configurations of an infusion device are described. In some examples, the infusion device may comprise an enclosure that can absorb radiation from a radioisotope material within the enclosure. The enclosure can also be configured to permit administration of the radioisotope material within the enclosure to a human in need of treatment for a condition such as cancer.