Abstract: A 3D output device for stereoscopic image reproduction has an articulated arm with a base joint, via which the articulated arm is movably received on an articulated arm base, and a head joint. A visualization device is arranged movably on the articulated arm by the head joint. A left monitor and a right monitor are arranged in a monitor housing of the visualization device having a left viewing window, which is assigned to the left monitor and through which the left monitor can be viewed from the outside, and a right viewing window, assigned to the right monitor, through which the right monitor can be viewed from the outside, wherein the distance between the left viewing window and the right viewing window corresponds to a typical interocular distance of a person.

Abstract: An endoscope is proposed with a shaft (2) that is designed as a flexible or rigid elongated hollow body with a main body (3) which houses the shaft (2) on its proximal end (5) with an image guide (7) and a working channel (10) which extend through the shaft (2) from the distal to the proximal end, continuing into the main body (3) wherein the working channel (10) receives an instrument with a distal end (11) of the working channel (10) which is located in the area of the distal end (6) of the shaft (2) with a proximal end (12) of the working channel (10) which is located in or on the main body (3) wherein the cross-section of the working channel (10) is circular at its proximal end (12) and non-circular at its distal end (11) and wherein the working channel (10) has a transitional area (18) in which the circular cross-section transitions into the non-circular cross-section.

Abstract: An endoscope is proposed with a shaft (2) that is designed as a flexible or rigid elongated hollow body with a main body (3) which houses the shaft (2) on its proximal end (5) with an image guide (7) and a working channel (10) which extend through the shaft (2) from the distal to the proximal end, continuing into the main body (3) wherein the working channel (10) receives an instrument with a distal end (11) of the working channel (10) which is located in the area of the distal end (6) of the shaft (2) with a proximal end (12) of the working channel (10) which is located in or on the main body (3) wherein the cross-section of the working channel (10) is circular at its proximal end (12) and non-circular at its distal end (11) and wherein the working channel (10) has a transitional area (18) in which the circular cross-section transitions into the non-circular cross-section.

Abstract: A 3D video endoscope has a shaft which has the form of a flexible or rigid elongated hollow body, a first image sensor, a second image sensor, a first optical channel which comprises a first objective lens and a first optical image guiding system which forwards the image captured by the first objective lens to the first image sensor, a second optical channel which comprises a second objective lens and a second optical image guiding system which forwards the image captured by the second objective lens to the second image sensor. The first optical channel and second optical channel are substantially arranged in the shaft. The first optical channel has a first diaphragm which reduces the aperture of the first optical channel compared to the aperture of the second optical channel. Apart from the first diaphragm, the first optical channel and the second optical channel are structured identically.

Abstract: A 3D video endoscope has a shaft which has the form of a flexible or rigid elongated hollow body, a first image sensor, a second image sensor, a first optical channel which comprises a first objective lens and a first optical image guiding system which forwards the image captured by the first objective lens to the first image sensor, a second optical channel which comprises a second objective lens and a second optical image guiding system which forwards the image captured by the second objective lens to the second image sensor. The first optical channel and second optical channel are substantially arranged in the shaft. The first optical channel has a first diaphragm which reduces the aperture of the first optical channel compared to the aperture of the second optical channel. Apart from the first diaphragm, the first optical channel and the second optical channel are structured identically.

Abstract: A tri-ring syringe which includes a barrel (1) having a distal end and a proximal end. The proximal end of the barrel (1) is provided with a double ring handle. The syringe also includes a plunger (2) including a distal end and a proximal end, the proximal end of the plunger (2) being provided with a single ring handle (5), the distal end of the plunger (2) connecting with a rubber stopper (6) and being inserted into the interior of the barrel (1); and an insertion part (3) connected to the barrel (1) and rotating synchronously with the barrel. The invention allows the torque of the rotation of the barrel (1) to be transmitted outward.

Abstract: A balloon pressure pump comprising a cavity (1) having a distal end and a proximal end; a push rod (2) having a distal end and a proximal end, and provided with an external thread and inserted into the cavity; a handle (3) fixedly connected with the proximal end of the push rod (2); a locking member (4) having a distal end and a proximal end and arranged on the proximal end of the push rod (2) and used to lock same; the distal end of the locking member (4) is fixedly connected with the proximal end of the cavity (1). The handle (3) is internally provided with a sleeve (5) to accommodate the push rod (2); said sleeve (5) is fixedly connected with the proximal end of the locking member (4). The proximal end of the push rod (2) includes a spring (11) which is enclosed within the sleeve. The simple structure of the pump simplifies operations such as pressure application, pressure relief, negative pressure evacuation and the like, and is greatly convenient for a user.

Abstract: A triple three-way valve device comprises: a valve body (1) having a distal end and a proximal end, wherein the proximal end of the valve body (1) is connected with a control knob (2) that is radially rotatable relative to the valve body (1); and a valve rod (3) having a distal end and a proximal end, wherein the valve rod (3) is provided within the valve body (1) and is fixedly connected with the control knob (2). The distal end of the valve body (1) is connected with a seat body (4), which is connected with a plurality of liquid passages and a high pressure pipe passage; a selection member (5) provided at the distal end of the valve body (1), wherein, depending on the position of the control knob (2), the selection member (5) selects the communication relationships between the plurality of liquid passages of the seat body (4), the high pressure pipe passage and the valve rod. With the triple three-way valve device, angiocardiography surgery is simplified, and surgery safety and efficiency are improved.

Abstract: A triple three-way valve device comprises: a valve body (1) having a distal end and a proximal end, wherein the proximal end of the valve body (1) is connected with a control knob (2) that is radially rotatable relative to the valve body (1); and a valve rod (3) having a distal end and a proximal end, wherein the valve rod (3) is provided within the valve body (1) and is fixedly connected with the control knob (2). The distal end of the valve body (1) is connected with a seat body (4), which is connected with a plurality of liquid passages and a high pressure pipe passage; a selection member (5) provided at the distal end of the valve body (1), wherein, depending on the position of the control knob (2), the selection member (5) selects the communication relationships between the plurality of liquid passages of the seat body (4), the high pressure pipe passage and the valve rod. With the triple three-way valve device, angiocardiography surgery is simplified, and surgery safety and efficiency are improved.

Abstract: Medical devices, systems and methods for providing visualization as well as support and/or stability for blood vessels during procedures for inserting electrical leads are disclosed. One aspect of the device may include a longitudinal member having a distal end and a proximal end, an expandable element near the distal end of the longitudinal member for providing support to the blood vessel, and a contrast release port near the distal end of the longitudinal member for releasing a contrast medium into the blood vessel to visualize the blood vessel.

Abstract: A method of producing a tablet which comprises sterols and stanols includes the steps of forming the sterols and/or stanols, separately or together, into spherically-shaped, substantially uniform beads or prills and directly compressing the beads or prills into a tablet core.

Abstract: A catheter device for providing visualization as well as support and/or stability for blood vessels during procedures for inserting electrical leads. The catheter device comprises a longitudinal member having a distal end and a proximal end, an expandable element near the distal end of the longitudinal member for providing support to the blood vessel, and a contrast release port near the distal end of the longitudinal member for releasing a contrast medium into the blood vessel to visualize the blood vessel. The expandable element may comprise an inflatable balloon, or a plurality of compressible elements that expand to a balloon like shape, or a compressible coil housed in a protective sheath that retracts to allow the coil to expand. The catheter device comprises two inflatable balloons. At its proximal end, the catheter device comprises one or more inflation ports for inflating the one or more balloons.

Abstract: Sterol and stanol phosphorylnitro derivatives and their use in treating or preventing cardiovascular disease, its underlying conditions and other disorders are disclosed. The disclosed compounds include a phosphate linker, at least one moiety that releases nitric oxide (NO), and a sterol or stanol moiety. Some compounds additionally include an ascorbyl moiety to make the compound more readily soluble in aqueous and non-aqueous media.

Abstract: Sterol and stanol nitro derivatives and their use in treating or preventing cardiovascular disease, its underlying conditions and other disorders are disclosed. The disclosed nitro derivatives are synthesized by ester linkage of a nitric oxide (NO)-releasing moiety to a sterol or stanol compound.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions relating to vasoactive intestinal polypeptides and methods for the treatment of metabolic disorders, including diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic acidosis and obesity are presented. Methods of using the vasoactive intestinal polypeptide compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel compounds, compositions comprising compounds, and methods for preparing and using compounds are described herein. Methods of treating or ameliorating various conditions, including insulin resistance, pancreatic beta cell apoptosis, obesity, pro-thrombotic conditions, myocardial infarction, hypertension, dyslipidemia, manifestations of Syndrome X, congestive heart failure, inflammatory disease of the cardiovascular system, atherosclerosis, restenosis, sepsis, type 1 diabetes, liver damage, and cachexia, by administering compounds described herein. Compounds presented herein may be used to modulate serine palmitoyltransferase activity.

Abstract: Novel compounds, compositions comprising compounds, and methods for preparing and using compounds are described herein. Methods of treating or ameliorating various conditions, including insulin resistance, pancreatic beta cell apoptosis, obesity, pro-thrombotic conditions, myocardial infarction, hypertension, dyslipidemia, manifestations of Syndrome X, congestive heart failure, inflammatory disease of the cardiovascular system, atherosclerosis, restenosis, sepsis, type 1 diabetes, liver damage, COPD, emphysema and cachexia, by administering compounds described herein. Compounds presented herein may be used to modulate serine palmitoyl transferase activity.

Abstract: A connector for a combination cable comprising at least one light guide and several electric lines has body, which can be introduced in the plugging direction into a socket and by means of which the connector can be held in the socket, a light guide holder having a light guide reception channel open at both sides and at least two contact elements in each case connectable to one of the electric lines.