Abstract: An endoscopic device for use in a patient's body in disclosed. The endoscopic device may include an outer sheath having a proximal end and a distal end, a suction tube inside the outer sheath, a handle coupled to the distal end of the outer sheath, and a cap on the proximal end of the outer sheath, positioned to seal the proximal end of the outer sheath, wherein the outer sheath comprises a sterile appliance, wherein the cap is structured to open in response to a force applied through the suction tube, and wherein the suction tube comprises an internal cavity.

Abstract: The disclosed technology relates to a system for delivering UV-A/B light with a catheter to treat infectious or inflammatory disorders in a patient. While UV light in the UV-C range has traditionally been used to treat skin disorders and for focused ablation of plaques in the arteries and other targeted internal uses, it has not been developed for broader infection, inflammation or neoplasia treatment inside the human body. Here, the inventor(s) developed a system for emission of therapeutic doses of UV light via a catheter, capsule, endoscope, tube or port that can be used to manage internal infections and inflammatory conditions inside a patient.

Abstract: Methods and systems one or more for performing intra-luminal ultraviolet therapy for treating and/or ameliorating a gastrointestinal tract inflammation and/or infection are provided. In one example, a light delivery catheter may include a light emitting portion and non-illuminating portion, wherein the light emitting portion may include one or more UV transparent balloons. In some examples, the UV light source is configured to emit narrow-band light having wavelengths in a range between 335 nm and 349 nm.

Abstract: A UV light delivery device for performing intra-corporeal ultraviolet therapy is provided. The device includes an elongated body separating a proximal end and a distal end. The device also includes a UV light source configured to be received at the receiving space and a cooling tube. In some examples, the UV light source is configured to emit light with wavelengths with a desired intensity between 320 nm and 410 nm and is utilized in conjunction with an endotracheal tube or a nasopharyngeal airway.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods of treating gastrointestinal diseases and disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth.

Abstract: A UV light delivery device for performing intra-corporeal ultraviolet therapy is provided. The device includes an elongated body separated by a proximal end and a distal end. The device also includes a UV light source configured to be received at the receiving space. In some examples, the UV light source is configured to emit light with wavelengths with significant intensity between 320 nm and 410 nm and is utilized in conjunction with an endotracheal tube or a nasopharyngeal airway.

Abstract: A UV light delivery device for performing intra-corporeal ultraviolet therapy is provided. The device includes an elongated body separated by a proximal end and a distal end. The device also includes a UV light source configured to be received at the receiving space. In some examples, the UV light source is configured to emit light with wavelengths with significant intensity between 320 nm and 410 nm and is utilized in conjunction with an endotracheal tube or a nasopharyngeal airway.

Abstract: Provided are systems and methods for collecting and storing a microbiome-derived gaseous sample.

Abstract: A UV light delivery device for performing intra-corporeal ultraviolet therapy is provided. The device includes an elongated body separated by a proximal end and a distal end. The device also includes a UV light source configured to be received at the receiving space. In some examples, the UV light source is configured to emit light with wavelengths with significant intensity between 320 nm and 410 nm and is utilized in conjunction with an endotracheal tube or a nasopharyngeal airway.

Abstract: A UV light delivery device for performing intra-corporeal ultraviolet therapy is provided. The device includes an elongated body separated by a proximal end and a distal end. The device also includes a UV light source configured to be received at the receiving space. In some examples, the UV light source is configured to emit light with wavelengths with significant intensity between 320 nm and 410 nm and is utilized in conjunction with an endotracheal tube or a nasopharyngeal airway.

Abstract: Systems and methods have been developed for implementation of a portable SIBO testing system for convenient sampling of intestinal gases exhaled from a patient's breath. These devices may be in the form of a hand held meter that would integrate with a smartphone or other device with an application that can record data relating to food consumed by a user. Various technologies may be utilized to measure the levels of gases exhaled by a user, which may include (1) sorbent based technology and (2) membrane based technology. In some examples, the system will determine an indication of whether a patient has SIBO by adjusting a change in exhaled hydrogen concentration by a methane level exhaled by a patient.

Abstract: Systems and methods have been developed for implementation of a breath testing system for convenient sampling of intestinal gases exhaled from a patient's breath. This may include a system with a manifold that includes thermal regulation components, for instance thermistors and resistive heating elements, which maintain the temperature of the gases above the body temperature of the patient. In some examples, the system will determine an indication of whether a patient has SIBO by adjusting a change in exhaled hydrogen concentration by a methane level exhaled by a patient.

Abstract: A device, a system, and a method for carrying out an endoscopic procedure in a patient's body using an endoscopic device comprising (a) a tube with a proximal end and a distal end, the distal end coupled to a handle and a proximal end configured to enter into the patient's body, (b) an ultrasound probe on the proximal end of the tube, positioned to emit sound waves to create a visual image of a target site inside the patient's body, and (c) a needle that is configured to be housed inside the tube, wherein the tube includes an internal cavity for a development of the needle.

Abstract: A UV light delivery device for performing intra-corporeal ultraviolet therapy is provided. The device includes an elongated body separated by a proximal end and a distal end. The device also includes a UV light source configured to be received at the receiving space. In some examples, the UV light source is configured to emit light with wavelengths with significant intensity between 320 nm and 410 nm and is utilized in conjunction with an endotracheal tube or a nasopharyngeal airway.

Abstract: The disclosed technology relates to a system for delivering UV-A/B light with a catheter to treat infectious or inflammatory disorders in a patient. While UV light in the UV-C range has traditionally been used to treat skin disorders and for focused ablation of plaques in the arteries and other targeted internal uses, it has not been developed for broader infection, inflammation or neoplasia treatment inside the human body. Here, the inventor(s) developed a system for emission of therapeutic doses of UV light via a catheter, capsule, endoscope, tube or port that can be used to manage internal infections and inflammatory conditions inside a patient.

Abstract: Described herein are methods of detecting levels hydrogen sulfide (H2S) to diagnose H2S positive disease or conditions. Examples of H2S positive diseases and conditions include small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, diarrhea, fatigue, bowel urgency and abdominal pain. The H2S level can guide treatments for subjects who have high levels of H2S.

Abstract: An endoscopic device for use in a patient's body in disclosed. The endoscopic device may include an outer sheath having a proximal end and a distal end, a suction tube inside the outer sheath, a handle coupled to the distal end of the outer sheath, and a cap on the proximal end of the outer sheath, positioned to seal the proximal end of the outer sheath, wherein the outer sheath comprises a sterile appliance, wherein the cap is structured to open in response to a force applied through the suction tube, and wherein the suction tube comprises an internal cavity.

Abstract: The disclosed technology relates to a system for delivering UV-A/B light with a catheter to treat infectious or inflammatory disorders in a patient. While UV light in the UV-C range has traditionally been used to treat skin disorders and for focused ablation of plaques in the arteries and other targeted internal uses, it has not been developed for broader infection, inflammation or neoplasia treatment inside the human body.

Abstract: Systems and methods have been developed for implementation of a portable SIBO testing system for convenient sampling of intestinal gases exhaled from a patient's breath. These devices may be in the form of a hand held meter that would integrate with a smartphone or other device with an application that can record data relating to food consumed by a user. Various technologies may be utilized to measure the levels of gases exhaled by a user, which may include (1) sorbent based technology and (2) membrane based technology. In some examples, the system will determine an indication of whether a patient has SIBO by adjusting a change in exhaled hydrogen concentration by a methane level exhaled by a patient.