Abstract: Drug reconstitution systems and related methods are disclosed herein. A drug reconstitution system may include a first component in a first container in a storage state and a second component in a second container in a storage state. The first component may be selected from a group of a drug product, a diluent, a saline solution, and an IV stabilizing solution (“IVSS”). The second component may be selected from a group of the drug product, the diluent, the saline solution, and the IVSS. The first component may be different than the second component. At least one fluid path may be configured to at least selectively fluidly connect the first container and the second container. An urging assembly may be configured to selectively urge at least a portion of the first component from the first container and into contact with the second component.

Abstract: A powered handpiece for imparting to a cannula of a medical device a reciprocal movement of amplitude (?x) along a longitudinal axis (X) is provided. A housing (1) at least partially encloses a hollow tube (2) extending along the longitudinal axis (X) between an inlet end (2i) and an outlet end (2o), the inlet end (2i) being configured for coaxially coupling the hollow tube (2) to a hollow cannula (10). A ring (3) rigidly is coupled to the hollow tube (2) and has an opening (3o) defined on a plane (X, Y), having a length, L, Y?X. A cam (4) mounted on a rotation axle (4r) parallel to a second transverse axis (Z) normal to the plane (X, Y) (i.e., X?Y?Z), offset from a centroid (C) of the cam on the plane (X, Y) by a distance (?P), and set at a fixed position relative to the housing (1), the cam being engaged in the opening (3o).

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for treating an individual suffering from cardiac or circulatory arrest or from a stroke, comprising a blood withdrawal device (BE) that is applied to the individual (P), an analysis unit (BA) which is directly or indirectly connected to the blood withdrawal device for detecting a blood analysis result (BAE) providing at least one characteristic of the blood, directly or indirectly connected to a blood return device (BR) that is applied to the individual (P) and is designed to deliver a substance to the individual via the return device (BR).

Abstract: Methods of administering a liquid formulation of an ophthalmic agent to a topical ocular location of an eye are provided. Aspects of the methods include delivering to the topical ocular location a dose of the liquid formulation that can be wholly accommodated by the tear film of the eye. Devices and kits for practicing the methods are also provided. The methods, compositions and kits find use in a variety of applications, including therapeutic, diagnostic and cosmetic applications. Further aspects include wireless communication between a handheld dispenser of the ophthalmic agent and external devices(s) to provide various functions.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to sealing compositions for negative pressure treatment systems and wound dressing systems, devices containing the same, apparatuses, uses and methods for creating a main wound dressing portion for use in wound care, more particularly for sealing a trimmable dressing, having a main dressing portion or cell in fluid (e.g., gas) communication with additional dressing portions or cells, for use in wound care, more particularly that may be used for the treatment of wounds. In particular, some embodiments are directed to compositions for improving the versatility of wound dressings for wounds of different shapes or sizes.

Abstract: The invention relates to a urine collection device (100) for collecting midstream urine; wherein said device, in the orientation intended during urine collection, comprising: a first recipient (2) for urine; a second recipient (4) for urine; a urine diverting means (5); wherein said urine collection device (100) comprises a third recipient (14) for urine, wherein said third recipient for urine comprises an evacuated container; or wherein said third recipient (14) for urine comprises a container which is configured for becoming evacuated by being in fluid connection with a vacuum pump; wherein said urine collection device comprises a conduit (16) having an opening (18) in a first end (20) and an opening (22) in a second end (24) thereof; wherein said first end (20) of said conduit (16) is arranged at the interior of said second recipient (4) for urine; wherein said opening (22) in said second end (24) of said conduit (16) is in fluid connection with the interior of said third recipient (14) for urine; wherein

Abstract: A nonwoven web with apertures, suitable for use in a disposable absorbent article, is disclosed. Also disclosed is a method of producing a nonwoven web with apertures. The nonwoven web comprises greater than 50%, by weight of the web, of thermoplastic fibers. Each of the aperture is defined by an opening in a first surface of the nonwoven web and a side wall. The side walls of the apertures have a mean height of less than 460 ?m. Also disclosed is an absorbent article comprising the nonwoven web. A topsheet, backsheet, or other component of the absorbent article may comprise the nonwoven web.

Abstract: Adjustable flow glaucoma shunts are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, for example, a variable flow shunt for treatment of glaucoma in a human patient includes an elongated outflow tube having (a) a proximal inflow portion configured for placement within an anterior chamber in a region outside of an optical field of view of an eye of the patient, and (b) a distal outflow portion at a different location of the eye. The variable flow shunt further includes a flow control mechanism positioned along the outflow tube between the inflow portion and the outflow portion. The flow control mechanism comprises one or more control elements transformable between an open position that allows fluid to flow through the outflow tube and resistance positions that partially obstruct or attenuate fluid flow through the outflow tube. During operation, the control element(s) are movable between positions in response to non-invasive energy.

Abstract: Examples relate to systems, devices, and methods for removing fluid from a fluid collection device using a vacuum source operably coupled thereto. The fluid collection devices include urine collection devices having shape memory material that may be selectively shaped to complement the female or male anatomy near the respective urethras.

Abstract: An absorbent article (1) comprising a top sheet (2), a back sheet (3), an absorbent body (4) provided therebetween, and side sheets (5) provided on both sides of the top sheet (2) in a width direction, wherein; a leak-proof flap (6) is formed from a portion of the side sheet (5); the leak-proof flap (6) is configured such that a front end portion (6F) and a rear end portion (6B) are joined to the top sheet (2) at end fixing parts (8) and a middle portion (6M) stands up inward in the width direction; a flap elastic member (7) is provided on the leak-proof flap (6) so as to extend continuously from the front end portion (6F) to the rear end portion (6B), and the flap elastic member (7) is located inward in the width direction from the end fixing parts (8) at the front end portion (6F) and the rear end portion (6B).

Abstract: An absorbent article includes a liquid permeable topsheet, a liquid impermeable backsheet, an absorbent core being disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet, wherein the absorbent core includes an absorbent material disposed in an absorbent deposition area and enclosed in a core wrap. The core further includes a first swelling chamber, a second swelling chamber, and an external zone. The absorbent material comprises superabsorbent polymer. One or more permanent seals separate the first swelling chamber and the second swelling chamber from the external zone. The swelling chambers consist of absorbent material immobilized by water-responsive bonds, wherein the water-responsive bonds deteriorate upon exposure to water such that the absorbent material is flowable in the wet state; and the external zone comprises absorbent material that is immobilized by thermoplastic adhesive, such that the absorbent material is immobilized in the wet state.

Abstract: An application device for dispensing a fluid, including a liquid, gel, topical fluid, or other flowable substance, stored within a volume of the application device package is disclosed. The application device is manually deformable so as to permit breakage and establish an opening to the volume storing the topical fluid. In one embodiment, the application device comprises a sealed package that defines a volume in which the fluid is disposed. The package includes a partial slit that is configured to provide an opening to the volume when the package is deformed. The opening is configured to enable the fluid to be released from the volume. An applicator element is in communication with the volume upon release from the package. The applicator element can include a gauze, foam, compliant pad, or other suitable element, and is configured to assist with dispersion of the fluid on a surface, such a patient's skin.

Abstract: Described herein are negative pressure drains configured as “rolling” surgical drains including an invertible porous mesh having an expanded configuration so that negative pressure may be applied out of the invertible porous mesh to extend a uniform negative pressure within the body region being treated. The invertible porous mesh may then be withdrawn into the apparatus without significantly disrupting the tissue.

Abstract: A medical implant is disclosed. The medical implant includes a body having a first end having a first cross-sectional dimension, a second end having a second cross-sectional dimension, and a tapered portion extending between the first end and the second end. The first cross-sectional dimension is larger than the second cross-sectional dimension. In some embodiments, the body comprises multiple layers.

Abstract: Embodiments of delivering reduced pressure wound therapy are disclosed. In some embodiments, a system includes a reduced pressure wound therapy device and a remote computer. The device can be configured to apply reduced pressure to a wound of a patient according to a default reduced pressure therapy prescription. The device can be configured to monitor usage data and transmit the usage data to the remove computer for determining compliance with a reduced therapy prescription. In some cases, non-compliance can be determined due to change of the prescription from the default prescription to a prescription more suitable for treating the wound. A non-compliance notification can be transmitted to the device. The device settings can be updated to the current prescription.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a peritoneal cavity-bladder connecting catheter for ascites drainage. The peritoneal cavity-bladder connecting catheter for ascites drainage includes a peritoneal cavity position part positioned on the side of a peritoneal cavity by passing through a bladder wall located between the peritoneal cavity and a bladder, the peritoneal cavity position part having inlets through which ascites flow into an inner space and being formed as a film that surrounds the inner space, and a bladder position part integrally formed with the peritoneal cavity position part and positioned on the side of the bladder located on the side of the bladder wall opposite to the peritoneal cavity, the bladder position part having outlets through ascites flowed into the peritoneal cavity position part are discharged to outside, and being configured to form a closed inner space together with the peritoneal cavity position part.

Abstract: A therapy system for treating a tissue site with negative-pressure therapy and/or fluid instillation therapy in response to information received from a diagnostic module is described. The therapy system may include a dressing, a negative-pressure source, a container, and a diagnostic module. The dressing be placed on the tissue site, and the negative-pressure source may be fluidly coupled to the dressing. The container may be fluidly coupled to the dressing and to the negative-pressure source to receive fluid from the tissue site. The diagnostic module may be exposed to gas associated with the fluid from the tissue site. The diagnostic module may comprise a sensor configured to detect a condition of the tissue site and to generate an output based on the detected condition. The sensor may be configured to detect a volatile organic compound. The diagnostic module may be positioned on the container.

Abstract: Pants (diaper) for urine or feces capable of disposing of urine or feces several times in a sanitary condition are disclosed. The pants include a front side, a back side, and a connection side configured to connect the front side to the back side. The back side has a hip section corresponding to a hip of a user, a first expansion section and a hip support are sequentially disposed on an internal surface of the hip section, the hip support is lifted according as the first expansion section expands to rise the hip of the user, a space for collecting the urine or the feces is formed between the hip section and the connection side in response to the lifting of the hip.

Abstract: A surgical cassette for an ophthalmic surgical system includes an irrigation conduit that is in fluid communication with a handpiece and carries fluid toward a surgical site. An aspiration conduit is in fluid communication with the handpiece and carries fluid away from the surgical site. An aspiration pump creates a vacuum pressure in the aspiration conduit to draw fluid through the aspiration conduit towards a drain reservoir. A reservoir couples with a pressure-vacuum source to manage the reservoir pressure. A valve is in fluid communication with the aspiration conduit and the reservoir and provides one or more channels between the aspiration conduit and the reservoir. One or more pressure sensors detect a pressure associated with the surgical site. A computer controls the valve in response to the pressure detected by the one or more pressure sensors.

Abstract: A system suitable for collecting and transporting urine away from the body of a person or animal may include an assembly having a fluid impermeable casing having a fluid reservoir at a first end, a fluid outlet at a second end, and a longitudinally extending fluid impermeable layer coupled to the fluid reservoir and the fluid outlet and defining a longitudinally elongated opening between the reservoir and the outlet. The assembly can further include a fluid permeable support disposed within the casing with a portion extending across the elongated opening, and a fluid permeable membrane disposed on the support and covering at least the portion of the support that extends across the elongated opening, so that the membrane is supported on the support and disposed across the elongated opening. The assembly can further include a tube having a first end disposed in the reservoir and a second, fluid discharge end.