Abstract: A photodynamic mapping device includes a shaft with a proximal end and a distal end, at least one optical electrode at the distal end of the shaft, and at least one optical fiber positioned inside the shaft. In embodiments, the at least one optical fiber extends from the distal end of the shaft and is coupled to the at least one optical electrode provided at or about an outer surface of the device. In an embodiment, at least one optical fiber is coupled, at or about the proximal end of the shaft, to a light source coupled and an optical sensor. An analyzer can be coupled to the optical sensor. Embodiments of such devices can be configured to deliver substances, such as photodynamic therapeutic substances.

Abstract: A photodynamic mapping device includes a shaft with a proximal end and a distal end, at least one optical electrode at the distal end of the shaft, and at least one optical fiber positioned inside the shaft. In embodiments, the at least one optical fiber extends from the distal end of the shaft and is coupled to the at least one optical electrode provided at or about an outer surface of the device. In an embodiment, at least one optical fiber is coupled, at or about the proximal end of the shaft, to a light source coupled and an optical sensor. An analyzer can be coupled to the optical sensor. Embodiments of such devices can be configured to deliver substances, such as photodynamic therapeutic substances.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to flavor- and/or therapeutically-enhanced delivery of orally-administered medicines, natural substances, therapeutic materials and the like; in particular, the invention relates to apparatus and methods for rendering such items more attractive to a subject in need of same. In some embodiments a theobromine material and/or some marshmallow extract are included in combination with a whole or particles of, for example, a mentholated cough lozenge. The combination can be optionally coated with chocolate (and/or other) flavoring and/or coated, covered by or enveloped within a marshmallow or a marshmallow-flavored substance. The invention thus provides a family of consumable products that can be used to encourage patient compliance with a desired therapeutic regimen. Diverse single- and multiple-unit packaging is also included within the purview of the invention, including a kit of diverse materials including at least one of the inventive consumable products.