Abstract: A vegetation monitoring device with at least one camera unit (28) for monitoring vegetation health in a garden (10), wherein the at least one camera unit (28) is configured to detect the garden area (30, 32, 34) in at least a first range of the electromagnetic spectrum, in particular in the visible light range, and in at least a second region of the electromagnetic spectrum, in particular in the infrared range, in order to determine at least one vegetation index of at least one garden area (30, 32, 34) of the garden (10), in particular in the region of visible light, and in at least one second region of the electromagnetic spectrum, in particular in the infrared range, wherein the camera unit (28) is provided for an arrangement at least substantially above ground level of the garden (10) and for an at least substantially stationary arrangement outside or in the vicinity of the garden (10), and a vegetation monitoring system is proposed.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a medical instrument. The medical instrument may include a delivery device and a retraction mechanism including a target tissue anchor and a first stabilizing anchor, wherein the target tissue anchor attaches to target tissue and connects to the delivery device.

Abstract: A wearable continuous analyte monitoring (CAM) device includes a disposable sensor unit and a long-life reusable transmitter unit. The transmitter unit has no power source and has an enclosure that seals wireless transmitter circuitry within. The disposable sensor unit is configured to receive and provide power to the transmitter unit therein. Upon expiration of the disposable sensor unit, the transmitter unit can be removed from the disposable sensor unit and reused in another disposable sensor unit with a fresh power source. The CAM device has a cover constructed of a fabric material to improve aesthetics and feel of the CAM device. Methods of preparing and applying the CAM device to a user's skin are also provided, as are other aspects.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a medical instrument. The medical instrument may include a delivery device and a retraction mechanism including a target tissue anchor and a first stabilizing anchor, wherein the target tissue anchor attaches to target tissue and connects to the delivery device.

Abstract: Medical devices and methods of using medical devices are disclosed. An example tissue retraction device includes a first engagement member having a first end and a second end, a second engagement member having a first end and a second end, a first elastic member attached to the second end of the first engagement member, and a first alignment member having a first end, a second end and a lumen extending therethrough. Further, the tissue retraction device has a first length, the first alignment member has a second length, the first elastic member extends within the lumen of the first alignment member and the second length of the first alignment member is less than or equal to the first length of the tissue retraction device.

Abstract: Medical devices and methods of using medical devices are disclosed. An example tissue retraction device includes a first engagement member having a first end and a second end, a second engagement member having a first end and a second end, a first elastic member attached to the second end of the first engagement member, and a first alignment member having a first end, a second end and a lumen extending therethrough. Further, the tissue retraction device has a first length, the first alignment member has a second length, the first elastic member extends within the lumen of the first alignment member and the second length of the first alignment member is less than or equal to the first length of the tissue retraction device.

Abstract: A wearable continuous analyte monitoring (CAM) device includes a disposable sensor unit and a long-life reusable transmitter unit. The transmitter unit has no power source and has an enclosure that seals wireless transmitter circuitry within. The disposable sensor unit is configured to receive and provide power to the transmitter unit therein. Upon expiration of the disposable sensor unit, the transmitter unit can be removed from the disposable sensor unit and reused in another disposable sensor unit with a fresh power source. The CAM device has a cover constructed of a fabric material to improve aesthetics and feel of the CAM device. Methods of preparing and applying the CAM device to a user's skin are also provided, as are other aspects.

Abstract: A vegetation monitoring device with at least one camera unit (28) for monitoring vegetation health in a garden (10), wherein the at least one camera unit (28) is configured to detect the garden area (30, 32, 34) in at least a first range of the electromagnetic spectrum, in particular in the visible light range, and in at least a second region of the electromagnetic spectrum, in particular in the infrared range, in order to determine at least one vegetation index of at least one garden area (30, 32, 34) of the garden (10), in particular in the region of visible light, and in at least one second region of the electromagnetic spectrum, in particular in the infrared range, wherein the camera unit (28) is provided for an arrangement at least substantially above ground level of the garden (10) and for an at least substantially stationary arrangement outside or in the vicinity of the garden (10), and a vegetation monitoring system is proposed.

Abstract: A continuous analyte monitor wearable device. The wearable device includes a primary portion comprising at least a sensor assembly comprising a biosensor, and a secondary portion comprising a pocket configured to receive a transmitter unit and a sealable opening to the pocket, the sealable opening containing an adhesive on edges thereof; and a backing member provided over the adhesive wherein removing the backing member exposes the adhesive to seal the sealable opening and encapsulate the transmitter unit. Biosensor inserters and method of using the biosensor inserter are also provided.

Abstract: A vehicle-to-implement hitch is provided and comprises a force transfer hitch connector adapted to provide a hitch point to which an implement can be connected. The connector is couplable to the vehicle by one or more flexible tensioning members which are, or can be moved so as to be, taut whereby to create a rigid structure comprising a hitch location such that the hitch point is movable.

Abstract: A continuous analyte monitor wearable device. The wearable device includes a primary portion comprising at least a sensor assembly comprising a biosensor, and a secondary portion comprising a pocket configured to receive a transmitter unit and a sealable opening to the pocket, the sealable opening containing an adhesive on edges thereof; and a backing member provided over the adhesive wherein removing the backing member exposes the adhesive to seal the sealable opening and encapsulate the transmitter unit. Biosensor inserters and method of using the biosensor inserter are also provided.

Abstract: Medical devices and methods of using medical devices are disclosed. An example tissue retraction device includes a first engagement member having a first end and a second end, a second engagement member having a first end and a second end, a first elastic member attached to the second end of the first engagement member, and a first alignment member having a first end, a second end and a lumen extending therethrough. Further, the tissue retraction device has a first length, the first alignment member has a second length, the first elastic member extends within the lumen of the first alignment member and the second length of the first alignment member is less than or equal to the first length of the tissue retraction device.

Abstract: Medical devices and methods of using medical devices are disclosed. An example tissue retraction device includes a first engagement member having a first end and a second end, a second engagement member having a first end and a second end, a first elastic member attached to the second end of the first engagement member, and a first alignment member having a first end, a second end and a lumen extending therethrough. Further, the tissue retraction device has a first length, the first alignment member has a second length, the first elastic member extends within the lumen of the first alignment member and the second length of the first alignment member is less than or equal to the first length of the tissue retraction device.

Abstract: A marker system includes a biopsy apparatus having a cannula and a stylet. The cannula has a distal end, the stylet has a distal stylet tip, and the stylet is received in the cannula. A tissue marker is coupled to the distal stylet tip. The tissue marker is configured to be contacted by the distal end of the cannula. The tissue marker is detached from the stylet distal tip by either of a proximal movement of the stylet relative to the cannula or a distal movement of the cannula relative to the stylet.

Abstract: A biosensor inserter is configured to insert a biosensor. The biosensor inserter includes a push member including a receiver, a contact member translatable relative to the push member, and a trocar holder having a sheath configured to receive a trocar assembly including a trocar therein. The trocar holder is configured to be insertable into, and removable from, the receiver. Thus, an amount of medical waste can be minimized by discarding only the removable trocar holder and trocar assembly after use. System and method embodiments are provided.

Abstract: A wearable continuous analyte monitoring (CAM) device includes a disposable sensor unit and a long-life reusable transmitter unit. The transmitter unit has no power source and has an enclosure that seals wireless transmitter circuitry within. The disposable sensor unit is configured to receive and provide power to the transmitter unit therein. Upon expiration of the disposable sensor unit, the transmitter unit can be removed from the disposable sensor unit and reused in another disposable sensor unit with a fresh power source. The CAM device has a cover constructed of a fabric material to improve aesthetics and feel of the CAM device. Methods of preparing and applying the CAM device to a user's skin are also provided, as are other aspects.

Abstract: A solid pharmaceutical composition is provided that includes a core, an inner coating, and an outer coating. The core includes tiopronin as an active agent. Further, the inner coating, which includes a cellulose-based polymer, surrounds the core, and the outer coating, which includes an enteric polymer, surrounds the inner coating. As a result of the specific components of the solid pharmaceutical composition, the solid pharmaceutical composition exhibits a fed state Cmax of tiopronin that is at least 70% of a 12-hour fasted state Cmax of tiopronin after oral administration of the solid pharmaceutical composition when administered as a 300 milligram dose. As such, it is possible for the solid pharmaceutical composition to be administered orally with or without food (e.g., in a fed or fasted state) while still achieving a desired maximum plasma concentration of the tiopronin in a delayed release formulation.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a medical instrument. The medical instrument may include a delivery device and a retraction mechanism including a target tissue anchor and a first stabilizing anchor, wherein the target tissue anchor attaches to target tissue and connects to the delivery device.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods of collecting a biological sample. Samples may be collected using a sample collection apparatus. The sample collection apparatus may be used to store samples for shipping. The sample collection apparatus may be used to store samples for later analysis. The sample collection apparatus may comprise a membrane having one or more test regions for detecting one or more target analytes within the sample. The sample collection apparatus may comprise a membrane having one or more test regions for quantifying one or more target analytes within the sample.