Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a navigation device (12) for receiving navigation data from a portable computing device (11). The navigation device (12) comprises a display (21) and at least one sensor (22, 23, 24) configured to determine a reference direction, the reference direction being a direction relative to the display (21). The navigation device (12) further comprises wireless communication means (25) for wirelessly receiving data relating to a desired bearing from a portable computing device (11) and a processing unit connected to the display (21), the at least one sensor (22, 23, 24) and the wireless communication means (25).

Abstract: Devices and methods that may be used to reduce valve regurgitation are disclosed by locating a body across the regurgitant valve. When the valve closes, the body obliterates/ameliorates the regurgitant orifice in the valve, thereby reducing or preventing valve regurgitation. The body may be expandable. The devices may be implantable such that they can remain in place within a subject for extended periods of time.

Abstract: Devices and methods that may be used to reduce valve regurgitation are disclosed by locating a body across the regurgitant valve. When the valve closes, the body obliterates/ameliorates the regurgitant orifice in the valve, thereby reducing or preventing valve regurgitation. The body may be expandable. The devices may be implantable such that they can remain in place within a subject for extended periods of time.

Abstract: A method of providing customized medical monitoring to a patient is disclosed. The method can include steps of selecting a medical monitoring device for a patient, where the medical monitoring device is associated with a biological transducer, determining at least one desired monitoring parameter, and customizing locally the medical monitoring device to monitor the desired monitoring parameter collected by the biological transducer. The method may further include steps of providing the medical monitoring device to the patient, and monitoring at least one health parameter of the patient from a remote location. The medical monitoring device can also be customized remotely.

Abstract: A method of providing customized medical monitoring to a patient is disclosed. The method can include steps of selecting a medical monitoring device for a patient, where the medical monitoring device is associated with a biological transducer, determining at least one desired monitoring parameter, and customizing locally the medical monitoring device to monitor the desired monitoring parameter collected by the biological transducer. The method may further include steps of providing the medical monitoring device to the patient, and monitoring at least one health parameter of the patient from a remote location. The medical monitoring device can also be customized remotely.

Abstract: A method for dynamic control of medications provided to a patient at a remote location is disclosed. The method can include steps of selecting a customized set of medications for a patient, where the customized set of medications at least partially reflect a medical diagnosis of the patient, and providing the customized set of medications to the patient, where the customized set of medications are inaccessible to the patient without authorization from a medical care provider. Further steps of the method can include authorizing the patient to receive a first medication regimen from the customized set of medications, monitoring remotely at least one health parameter of the patient, and authorizing the first medication regimen to be modified to a second medication regimen based at least partially on the at least one health parameter.

Abstract: The invention describes a steerable sheath for percutaneous epicardial access. The invention also describes a novel lead to facilitate left ventricular pacing and efficient defibrillation.

Abstract: The invention provides a rotatable infusion sheath apparatus. An apparatus of the invention includes a hub comprising a hub body with a longitudinal bore, at least one infusion inlet in fluid communication with the bore, and at least one elongate catheter sheath attached to the hub body. Generally, the sheath is rotatable with respect to the hub body and forms a substantially fluid- and gas-impervious seal therewith. Articles of manufacture are provided that include a rotatable infusion sheath apparatus of the invention and a catheter.