Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to devices and methods for monitoring one or more physiological parameters of a subject. In an embodiment, a wearable device comprises a substrate configured to be attached to a subject's skin. The substrate comprises a middle portion arranged between two end portions. The wearable device also comprises a physiological sensor. The physiological sensor is configured to sense a physiological signal of the subject when the wearable device is attached to the subject's skin. And, the wearable device comprises one or more electrical components arranged on at least one of the end portions, wherein at least one of the one or more electrical components is coupled to the physiological sensor.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to monitoring one or more physiological parameters of a subject using a multilayer wearable device. In an embodiment, a multilayer wearable device is configured to be attached to a subject. The multilayer wearable device comprises a substrate having multiple layers including a first portion connected to a second portion. The first portion has a first side and a second, opposite side. And the second portion has a first side and a second, opposite side. The first side of the first portion is configured to be attached to the subject and the second portion is arranged on top of the first portion such that the first side of the second portion is disposed adjacent the second side of the first portion. And, the wearable device includes one or more electrical components configured to sense a physiological parameter of the subject.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to devices and methods for monitoring one or more physiological parameters of a subject. In an embodiment, a wearable device comprises a substrate configured to attached to a subject's skin. The substrate comprises a middle portion arranged between two end portions, wherein the middle portion is more flexible than at least one of the end portions. The wearable device also comprises a physiological sensor arranged on the middle portion. The physiological sensor is configured to sense a physiological signal of the subject when the wearable device is attached to the subject's skin. And, the wearable device comprises one or more electrical components arranged on at least one of the end portions, wherein at least one of the one or more electrical components is coupled to the physiological sensor.

Abstract: Medical device packages are disclosed. An example package for a medical device may include a base portion. The base portion may have a spiral channel formed therein. A cover portion may be coupled to the base portion. The cover portion may be configured to shift between and first position and a second position. The cover portion may overlie the base portion when in the second position. The package may include a securing member for securing the cover portion in the second position.

Abstract: A system for charging an onboard battery of a medical device prior to use of the medical device may include a package configured to accommodate the medical device therein. A power source may be disposed relative to the package and may be capable of charging the onboard battery of the medical device prior to use of the medical device. The system may be capable of being subjected to a sterilization process with the power source disposed within the second cavity. In some instances, the power source is uncharged during sterilization. In some cases, the power source is encapsulated or otherwise sealed during sterilization.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to devices and methods for monitoring one or more physiological parameters of a subject. In an embodiment, a wearable device comprises a substrate configured to attached to a subject's skin. The substrate comprises a middle portion arranged between two end portions, wherein the middle portion is more flexible than at least one of the end portions. The wearable device also comprises a physiological sensor arranged on the middle portion. The physiological sensor is configured to sense a physiological signal of the subject when the wearable device is attached to the subject's skin. And, the wearable device comprises one or more electrical components arranged on at least one of the end portions, wherein at least one of the one or more electrical components is coupled to the physiological sensor.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to monitoring one or more physiological parameters of a subject using a multilayer wearable device. In an embodiment, a multilayer wearable device is configured to be attached to a subject. The multilayer wearable device comprises a substrate having multiple layers including a first portion connected to a second portion. The first portion has a first side and a second, opposite side. And the second portion has a first side and a second, opposite side. The first side of the first portion is configured to be attached to the subject and the second portion is arranged on top of the first portion such that the first side of the second portion is disposed adjacent the second side of the first portion. And, the wearable device includes one or more electrical components configured to sense a physiological parameter of the subject.

Abstract: A system for charging an onboard battery of a medical device prior to use of the medical device may include a package configured to accommodate the medical device therein. A power source may be disposed relative to the package and may be capable of charging the onboard battery of the medical device prior to use of the medical device. The system may be capable of being subjected to a sterilization process with the power source disposed within the second cavity. In some instances, the power source is uncharged during sterilization. In some cases, the power source is encapsulated or otherwise sealed during sterilization.

Abstract: A system for charging an onboard battery of a medical device prior to use of the medical device may include a package configured to accommodate the medical device therein. A power source may be disposed relative to the package and may be capable of charging the onboard battery of the medical device prior to use of the medical device. The system may be capable of being subjected to a sterilization process with the power source disposed within the second cavity. In some instances, the power source is uncharged during sterilization. In some cases, the power source is encapsulated or otherwise sealed during sterilization.

Abstract: A system for monitoring one or more respiratory conditions is disclosed. The system comprises a medical device and an e-tattoo configured to attach to the subject's skin. The medical device is configured to monitor at least one respiratory parameter of a subject and transmit a signal in response to monitoring a trigger event in the at least one respiratory parameter. The e-tattoo is configured to: receive the signal from the medical device; sense at least one environmental parameter in response to receiving the signal; and transmit the at least one environmental parameter.

Abstract: A system for charging an onboard battery of a medical device prior to use of the medical device may include a package configured to accommodate the medical device therein. A power source may be disposed relative to the package and may be capable of charging the onboard battery of the medical device prior to use of the medical device. The system may be capable of being subjected to a sterilization process with the power source disposed within the second cavity. In some instances, the power source is uncharged during sterilization. In some cases, the power source is encapsulated or otherwise sealed during sterilization.

Abstract: A package having a roughened surface that does not adhere to a medical device enclosed therein.

Abstract: A closure device may include a backing and a closure strip removably provided on the backing, wherein the closure strip includes a permanent adhesive on a back face thereof adapted to affix the closure strip to a package, wherein a breakout portion of the backing is configured to separate from the backing and remain adhered to the closure strip when the closure strip is removed therefrom. A product package may include a carton having a flap movable between an open position and a closed position, and a closure device affixed to a portion of the flap and a separate portion of the carton when the flap is in the closed position, wherein a first portion of the closure device is removable from the separate portion of the carton while the first portion remains attached to the portion of the flap.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for packaging a medical device includes a package assembly that defines a multi-chambered interior. The interior chambers include a primary and a secondary chamber. A partition, which has a gas permeable vent, separates the primary chamber from the secondary chamber. The package is constructed from a variety of materials that provide the interior with a long term, low humidity, sterile environment.

Abstract: A package having an additive that does not adhere to a medical device enclosed therein.

Abstract: A closure device may include a backing and a closure strip removably provided on the backing, wherein the closure strip includes a permanent adhesive on a back face thereof adapted to affix the closure strip to a package, wherein a breakout portion of the backing is configured to separate from the backing and remain adhered to the closure strip when the closure strip is removed therefrom. A product package may include a carton having a flap movable between an open position and a closed position, and a closure device affixed to a portion of the flap and a separate portion of the carton when the flap is in the closed position, wherein a first portion of the closure device is removable from the separate portion of the carton while the first portion remains attached to the portion of the flap.

Abstract: A package having a roughened surface that does not adhere to a medical device enclosed therein.

Abstract: Medical device packaging, medical device packaging assemblies, and methods for preparing and packaging medical devices. An example medical device packaging assembly may include a pouch having a pocket formed therein. A carrier tube may be disposed in the pocket. The carrier tube may have a plurality of apertures formed therein. A medical device may be disposed within the carrier tube.

Abstract: Medical device packaging, medical device packaging assemblies, and methods for preparing and packaging medical devices. An example medical device packaging assembly may include a pouch having a pocket formed therein. A carrier tube may be disposed in the pocket. The carrier tube may have a plurality of apertures formed therein. A medical device may be disposed within the carrier tube.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for packaging a medical device includes a package assembly that defines a multi-chambered interior. The interior chambers include a primary and a secondary chamber. A partition, which has a gas permeable vent, separates the primary chamber from the secondary chamber. The package is constructed from a variety of materials that provide the interior with a long term, low humidity, sterile environment.