Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for performing operations for providing a shared augmented reality experience in a video chat. A video chat can be established between a plurality of client devices. During the video chat, videos of users associated with the client devices can be displayed. During the video chat, a request from a first client device to activate a first AR experience can be received, and in response, and body parts of users depicted in the videos are modified to include one or more AR elements associated with the first AR experience.

Abstract: A microphone may digitize multiple analog audio channels into multiple digital audio channels, digitally process the digital audio channels, and output the digital audio channels to another device while maintaining channel separation. The microphone may also include a touch-sensitive user interface that may have multiple live meter modes and a user-selectable color theme.

Abstract: A microphone may digitize multiple analog audio channels into multiple digital audio channels, digitally process the digital audio channels, and output the digital audio channels to another device while maintaining channel separation. The microphone may also include a touch-sensitive user interface that may have multiple live meter modes and a user-selectable color theme.

Abstract: Systems for delivering a bifurcated stent to a bifurcation site include catheters and/or bifurcated systems delivered therefrom. A catheter includes a balloon with a bulge region that allows a portion of the stent to be expanded.

Abstract: An electronic stability control system includes a plurality of sensors that generate respective signals based on respective distances between a vehicle and a trailer that is being towed by the vehicle. A backup assistance module determines respective distances based on the signals. An electronic stability control (ESC) module controls a wheel torque of at least one of the vehicle and trailer based on the respective distances.

Abstract: Systems for delivering a bifurcated stent to a bifurcation site comprise catheters and/or bifurcated stents delivered therefrom.

Abstract: Systems for delivering a bifurcated stent to a bifurcation site comprise catheters and/or bifurcated stents delivered therefrom.

Abstract: A bifurcated stent includes a first stent section and a second stent section. The first stent section is balloon expandable, has an unexpanded configuration, an expanded configuration, and a tubular wall defining a secondary opening. The secondary stent section is self-expanding and an end of the secondary stent section is engaged to a portion of the tubular wall of the primary stent section defining the secondary opening. The secondary stent section has an unexpanded configuration with a first length and an expanded configuration with a second length where the first length is less than the second length. The secondary stent section is expanded to the expanded configuration after the primary stent section is expanded to the expanded configuration. The secondary stent section forms a portion of the tubular wall of the primary stent section in the unexpanded configuration.

Abstract: A system and retrieval of an emergency medical record of a patient comprising the step of receiving the emergency medical record of the patient and an online database. The system further comprises the step of storing the emergency medical record in the online database and providing access to the online database by using a communications network. Access to the network is provided by entering a member number and a unique user defined validation code to maximize privacy and security. The system further comprises the step of retrieving the emergency medical record at the online database. The system comprises the final step of providing the emergency medical record to a requestor by one of the following methods: viewing the online display, printing the online display, faxing the emergency medical record to a requester, and e-mailing the emergency medical record to a requestor.

Abstract: Methods of reinforcing annulus fibrosis tissue within an intervertebral disc include the implantation of a support member also functioning as a barrier to resist damage to the tissue or herniation of tissue outside the disc. The device may be anchored to the surrounding tissue. The device is compressible and may be delivered in a minimally invasive manner through a cannula.

Abstract: According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for managing employee healthcare for an employer. The method initially provides for receiving healthcare benefit information from a healthcare insurer. The healthcare insurer provides healthcare benefits to employees of the employer. Medical history information is received from the employees. The medical history information and the healthcare benefit information are stored in an online database. Access to the online database is provided to a marketing entity. Tailored marketing data based upon the medical history information of each of the employees is received from the marketing entity. Access to the medical history information and the healthcare benefit information is provided to the employees on a website. The website respectively displays the tailored marketing data to the employees on the website, when the employees respectively access any of the medical history information and healthcare benefit information.

Abstract: A bifurcated stent includes a first stent section and a second stent section. The first stent section is balloon expandable, has an unexpanded configuration, an expanded configuration, and a tubular wall defining a secondary opening. The secondary stent section is self-expanding and an end of the secondary stent section is engaged to a portion of the tubular wall of the primary stent section defining the secondary opening. The secondary stent section has an unexpanded configuration with a first length and an expanded configuration with a second length where the first length is less than the second length. The secondary stent section is expanded to the expanded configuration after the primary stent section is expanded to the expanded configuration. The secondary stent section forms a portion of the tubular wall of the primary stent section in the unexpanded configuration.

Abstract: Reinforcement of annulus fibrosis tissue within an intervertebral disc can be achieved through implantation of a support member also functioning as a barrier to resist damage to the tissue or herniation of tissue outside of the disc. The device may be anchored to the surrounding tissue. The device is compressible and may be delivered in a minimally invasive manner through a cannula.

Abstract: A method of developing and retaining clients is provided. The method may comprise the step of entering into an agreement between a promoter and a restaurant. The restaurant may agree to provide preferred, priority, and/or guaranteed seating to certain patrons redeeming tickets sold by the promoter. The method may also comprise the step of selling dining packages to patrons wherein the dining packages may comprise a plurality of tickets redeemable at various participating restaurants. The method may also comprise the steps of collecting patron data from participating restaurants and updating the patron record and the restaurant data as the tickets are being redeemed. The method may also comprise the step of sending a summary of the updated records of the patron and the restaurant to the patron and the restaurant, respectively. The method may also comprise the step of sending a percentage of the revenues generated by the sales of the dining packages to the participating restaurants on a periodic basis.

Abstract: Methods of reinforcing annulus fibrosis tissue within an intervertebral disc include the implantation of a support member also functioning as a barrier to resist damage to the tissue or herniation of tissue outside the disc. The device may be anchored to the surrounding tissue. The device is compressible and may be delivered in a minimally invasive manner through a cannula.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to intervertebral disc devices and methods and instrumentation for intervertebral disc procedures. An intervertebral disc repair and diagnostic device that is minimally invasive, actively guided, and provides direct and consistent access to the inner surface of the posterior anulus, which will not unintentionally exit the posterior anulus and cause harm to the spinal cord, is provided.

Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for a) revascularization and/or b) performing other medical procedures at vascular or non-vascular intracorporeal locations within a mammalian body. The methods generally comprise the formation of at least one extravascular passageway from a blood vessel to a vascular or non-vascular target location. In the revascularization methods the extravascular passageway is utilized for blood flow. In the medical procedure methods the extravascular passageway is utilized as a conduit for accessing or performing procedures at the vascular or non-vascular target location. Also disclosed are catheter devices and systems which are useable to form the extravascular passageways of the invention, as well as apparatus for modifying, maintaining and/or closing such extravascular passageways.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are directed at stabilizing somatic implants. A site within a body is selected that has a first region having a tight and/or changing curvature bordered by a second region or regions having minimal or constant curvature.

Abstract: Methods of reinforcing annulus fibrosis tissue within an intervertebral disc include the implantation of a support member also functioning as a barrier to resist damage to the tissue or herniation of tissue outside the disc. The device may be anchored to the surrounding tissue. The device is compressible and may be delivered in a minimally invasive manner through a cannula.

Abstract: Devices for implantation into an intervertebral disc can include a membrane support member to augment a disc having a defect. A defect in the anulus of a disc can be repaired using a prosthesis such as a barrier. The barrier can include a sealant and an enlarger. The barrier can be implanted into the disc using a delivery cannula, an advancer and at least one control filament to control the positioning of the barrier. A stiffening element can be included within the barrier to impart stiffness to the barrier. The support member can also be connected to an anchor.