Abstract: Disclosed is a device and method for retrieving a magnetic marker implanted in an individual. The device includes an introducer having a tip. An obturator is disposed within the introducer. The obturator has a magnetic end. The obturator is operable such that the magnetic end is enclosed within the introducer in a first position and the magnetic end extends at least partially beyond the tip of the introducer in a second position. A method for removing a magnetic marker from a location within an individual includes inserting an introducer into an individual. The introducer has an obturator with a magnetic end. A magnetic marker is magnetically attracted using the obturator such that the magnetic marker attaches to the obturator. The obturator is retracted into the introducer such that the magnetic marker is at least partially within the introducer.

Abstract: Systems and methods for marking the location and extent of an anatomical region-of-interest, such as a tumor, using magnetic seeds whose position and orientation are measured or otherwise detected using a detection device that includes two or more magnetic sensors are described. One or more magnetic seeds are implanted to mark and define the center and extent of an anatomical region-of-interest and a magnetic sensor-based detector system is used to accurately identify the location of the magnetic seeds.

Abstract: The present disclosure may be embodied as a probe for determining a position and pose of an anisotropic magnetic marker having a known size, shape, and magnetization. The probe has a substrate having a first side, a second side, a longitudinal axis, and a transverse axis. A first magnetic sensor is on the first side of the substrate. A second magnetic sensor is on the first side of the substrate and spaced apart from the first magnetic sensor along the longitudinal axis of the substrate and spaced apart from the first magnetic sensor along the transverse axis of the substrate. A third magnetic sensor is on the second side of the substrate. Each of the first magnetic sensor, the second magnetic sensor, and the third magnetic sensor is a multidimensional magnetic sensor. A processor is configured to determine a disposition of the magnetic marker in five degrees of freedom.

Abstract: A magnetically-tracked catheter system having a catheter and a magnetic beacon. The catheter has a proximal end and a distal end. The catheter includes a first magnetic sensor disposed at (i.e., near) the distal end. The magnetic beacon is configured to be disposed external to an individual and in a target zone. An operator interface is in electronic communication with the first magnetic sensor. The catheter may further include a guide lumen (and/or other lumen or lumens) extending between the proximal end and the distal end and the configured for use with a guidewire. The catheter may include an occlusion member configured to occlude a vessel or other passage of an individual (e.g, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, etc.).

Abstract: An exemplary method for detecting magnetic noise comprises: receiving a set of magnetic field gradient values obtained using a probe device; providing the set of magnetic field gradient values to a neural network to predict a marker state of a magnetic marker; providing the predicted marker state from the neural network to a magnetic field gradient prediction model to generate a predicted set of magnetic field gradient values; comparing the set of magnetic field gradient values obtained using the probe device with the set of predicted magnetic field gradient values; and providing a magnetic noise indicator depending on the comparison between the set of magnetic field gradient values obtained using the probe device and the set of predicted magnetic field gradient values.

Abstract: A deployment system for a magnetic marker includes a cannula having a lumen, an open distal end, and a at least one lateral aperture; and a magnetic marker having a body and at least one resilient prong extending from the body, the at least one resilient prong configured to have an expanded state and a compressed state, wherein the magnetic marker is configured to be stored in the expanded state within the lumen of the cannula such that at least a portion of the at least one resilient prong is within a corresponding lateral aperture of the at least one lateral aperture of the cannula, wherein the lumen has a diameter configured to compress the at least one resilient prong of the magnetic marker into the compressed state during deployment of the magnetic marker.

Abstract: An exemplary method for providing feedback by a localization system comprises: obtaining location information of a marker, wherein the location information is generated by the localization system; generating a feedback signal comprising a plurality of audio tones, wherein each audio tone has a frequency different from the other audio tones of the plurality of audio tones, and wherein each audio tone is associated with a respective activation function of a plurality of activation functions, the respective activation function configured to modulate an amplitude of the respective audio tone based on the obtained location information of the marker; and providing the feedback signal to indicate the location information of the marker.

Abstract: A method and system for localizing a target (e.g., a fiducial marker, or other target) in an individual. The method includes transmitting an ultrasonic signal from a transducer array. Radiofrequency (RF) signal data is generated based on a reflected signal received at the transducer array. The reflected signal results from the transmitted ultrasonic signal, and at least a portion of the reflected signal includes a signal reflected from the target. A location of the target is determined relative to the transducer array based on the RF signal data. The location may include a distance from the target to the transducer array and/or a direction of the target relative to the transducer array. A location indicator is provided to an operator. The location indicator is based on the determined location of the target.

Abstract: The present disclosure may be embodied as a probe for determining a position and pose of an anisotropic magnetic marker having a known size, shape, and magnetization. The probe has a substrate having a first side, a second side, a longitudinal axis, and a transverse axis. A first magnetic sensor is on the first side of the substrate. A second magnetic sensor is on the first side of the substrate and spaced apart from the first magnetic sensor along the longitudinal axis of the substrate and spaced apart from the first magnetic sensor along the transverse axis of the substrate. A third magnetic sensor is on the second side of the substrate. Each of the first magnetic sensor, the second magnetic sensor, and the third magnetic sensor is a multidimensional magnetic sensor. A processor is configured to determine a disposition of the magnetic marker in five degrees of freedom.

Abstract: Systems and methods for marking the location and extent of an anatomical region-of-interest, such as a tumor, using magnetic seeds whose position and orientation are measured or otherwise detected using a detection device that includes two or more magnetic sensors are described. One or more magnetic seeds are implanted to mark and define the center and extent of an anatomical region-of-interest and a magnetic sensor-based detector system is used to accurately identify the location of the magnetic seeds.

Abstract: A network outage and redundancy module which provides improved security, platform independence and continuity in information between financial hardware and enterprise applications.

Abstract: Systems and methods for marking the location and extent of an anatomical region-of-interest, such as a tumor, using magnetic seeds whose position and orientation are measured or otherwise detected using a detection device that includes two or more magnetic sensors are described. One or more magnetic seeds are implanted to mark and define the center and extent of an anatomical region-of-interest and a magnetic sensor-based detector system is used to accurately identify the location of the magnetic seeds.

Abstract: A magnetically-tracked catheter system having a catheter and a magnetic beacon. The catheter has a proximal end and a distal end. The catheter includes a first magnetic sensor disposed at (i.e., near) the distal end. The magnetic beacon is configured to be disposed external to an individual and in a target zone. An operator interface is in electronic communication with the first magnetic sensor. The catheter may further include a guide lumen (and/or other lumen or lumens) extending between the proximal end and the distal end and the configured for use with a guidewire. The catheter may include an occlusion member configured to occlude a vessel or other passage of an individual (e.g, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, etc.).

Abstract: The present invention relates to method of secured procedural application which creates opportunities for generation of revenue followed by automated financial management of same on a single platform. Automated revenue management comprises but not limited to revenue generation, displaying generated revenues received, with holding a percent of revenue as service fee and providing automated tax filing service on behalf of subscriber. Method of process application consists of three interdependent modules which include: 1. User application 2. Subscriber application and 3. Web-based application. The secured procedural application comprises of first module, which is a platform for registration through payment for users and subscribers and also creates payment based communication between Users and Subscribers. Second module is Subscriber usage only module showcasing usage of specific options and third module is for Subscriber administrative use and automated revenue management.

Abstract: Systems and methods for marking the location and extent of an anatomical region-of-interest, such as a tumor, using magnetic seeds whose position and orientation are measured or otherwise detected using a detection device that includes two or more magnetic sensors are described. One or more magnetic seeds are implanted to mark and define the center and extent of an anatomical region-of-interest and a magnetic sensor-based detector system is used to accurately identify the location of the magnetic seeds.

Abstract: A network outage and redundancy module which provides improved security, platform independence and continuity in information between financial hardware and enterprise applications.

Abstract: A network outage and redundancy module which provides improved security, platform independence and continuity in information between financial hardware and enterprise applications.

Abstract: A system for efficient allocation of resources in a financial services branch includes a branch computer system and a remote solutions server which are in communication with a core banking server. The branch computer system includes various computer, network devices and equipment for branch operations. A plurality of customer devices, such as smartphones and tablet computers, can be connected to a remote solutions server. Each such device can be pre-configured with a remote banking application (“app”) allowing a respective customer to use the device to communicate with the remote solutions server to perform the remote banking. The remote solutions server facilitates remote banking wherein transactions can be completed using in-branch banking equipment. Additionally, the banking customer may schedule time with banking personnel using this application, wherein the meeting can take place at the same branch where the transaction will be completed.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system that includes at least one information kiosk, a server connected to the at least one information kiosk, a local network, and a plurality of browser-enabled computing devices connected to the server via the local network; wherein, the server is configured to alert one or more of the browser-enabled computing devices regarding a user of the information kiosk. The information kiosk is navigable, preferably by touch using a touch screen. In an embodiment, the touch screen includes at least one help widget that a user can select so as to be provided with assistance in real time. Browser-enabled computing device users have the opportunity to review assistance requests in the customer alert queue, and either accept or reject the assistance requests. In another embodiment, the system can generate strategic alerts without an express request for assistance from the user of the information kiosk.

Abstract: A network outage and redundancy module which provides improved security, platform independence and continuity in information between financial hardware and enterprise applications.