Patents Issued in February 22, 2018
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Publication number: 20180050161Abstract: The disclosure is generally directed to a drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament. The device comprises a housing having a proximal end and an opposite distal end, a dose setting member rotatable relative to the housing during dose setting and during dose dispensing, and an axially compressible torsion spring which is rotationally and axially constrained with a first end to the housing. The device further comprises a spring collar, which is rotationally constrained to the dose setting member and axially displaceable thereto between a proximal dose setting position and a distal dose dispensing position. The torsion spring is rotationally constrained with a second, opposite end to the dose setting member via the spring collar, and the torsion spring biases the spring collar into its dose setting position.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: David Plumptre, Richard James Vincent Avery, Matthew Meredith Jones
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Publication number: 20180050162Abstract: The application relates to needle protection assembly (1)) comprising:—a support (2) of the needle (3),—a needle shield (8) having a longitudinal axis A,—urging means (13) for displacing said needle shield (8) from a “in, use” position to a “after use” position,—a locking element (10) intended to prevent said needle shield (8) from moving back from its “after use” position to its “in use” position, characterized in that said locking element (10) has a longitudinal axis B and is radially movable with respect to said needle shield (8) between a “free” position, in which the longitudinal axis A of the needle shield (8) and the longitudinal axis B of the locking element (10) are merged and in which said needle shield (8) is movable from its “in use” position to’ its “after use” position, and a “locking position”, in which the longitudinal axis B is radially spaced apart from the longitudinal axis A and in which movement of the needle shield (8) from its “after use” position to its “in use” position is prevented.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2012Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: BECTON DICKINSON FRANCEInventor: KEVIN DAVID NEALE
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Publication number: 20180050163Abstract: The present inventions are directed to spray tips for multidirectional or three-dimensional spraying of an unmixed two-part sealant and/or hemostat comprising a first biocompatible component and a biocompatible second component onto a tissue or wound comprising: a hollow body having inside a first component distribution compartment and a second component distribution compartment, said compartments not in fluid communication with each other. The first component can contain one or more biologic components, preferably fibrinogen and the second component can contain one or more biologic component different from the first biologic component, preferably thrombin and/or thrombin precursors. The present inventions are also directed to methods of spraying the unmixed two-part sealant or hemostat using the spray tip and associated components described above by simultaneously expressing the first component and the second component from the syringes.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Ashley DeAnglis, Sridevi Dhanaraj, John F. Goodman
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Publication number: 20180050164Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a portable vaporizer capable of vaporizing liquid medicament such as herbal oils or therapeutic liquids into a vapor for pulmonary administration to treat a variety of medical conditions, the vaporizer can include a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the housing including an opening at the proximal end defining a mouth piece, a liquid reservoir disposed in the housing to hold a liquid medicament to be vaporized, and a vaporization unit. The portable vaporizer can dispense metered quantity of vaporized liquid material at the mouthpiece by operation of the vaporization unit, and it can be readily used in the event of a sudden onset of serious medical symptoms such as headaches, chronic pain or anxiety. The portable vaporizer can further include a communication module to communicate with external functional units or networks for recording the dosage history or other functions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 8, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: Resolve Digital Health Inc.Inventor: Rob ADELSON
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Publication number: 20180050165Abstract: A method of delivering a substance in aerosol or powder form to the upper respiratory tract is provided. The substance is orally administered into the larynx, through the pharynx, and out from the nose while minimizing inhalation into the lungs, whereby deposition of particles in the upper respiratory tract is achieved with limited deposition in the trachea, lower airways and lungs. Also provided is an oral delivery device having a mouthpiece for oral inhalation of a flow of a substance into the upper respiratory tract and a flow restrictor for enabling arrestment of the flow minimizing inhalation into the trachea, lower airways and lungs, which provides for a deposition of particles in the upper respiratory tract with limited deposition in the trachea, lower airways and lungs. Also provided is an oral delivery device having a mouthpiece for admission of a flow of a substance into the upper respiratory tract and a flow generator for pressuring the substance into travel through the upper respiratory tract.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Arnold ZIDULKA
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Publication number: 20180050166Abstract: Devices and systems provide methods of detecting a severity change in respiratory insufficiency (RI) or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) condition of a patient. In an example embodiment, a detection monitoring device determines one or more severity change indicators based on a measure of supplied pressure or other representative measure determined by the device. The supplied pressure may optionally be determined during pressure treatment that satisfies a target ventilation. The supplied pressure or representative data may be compared to one or more thresholds that are selected to represent a change in the condition of the RI or COPD patient such as an exacerbation of a prior condition. Results of the comparisons may trigger one or more warnings or messages to notify a patient or physician of a pending change to the patient's RI or COPD condition so that the patient may more immediately seek medical attention to treat the condition.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: RESMED LIMITEDInventors: Klaus Schindhelm, David John Bassin, Glenn Richards
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Publication number: 20180050167Abstract: Lightweight, portable oxygen concentrators that operate using an ultra rapid, sub one second, adsorption cycle based on advanced molecular sieve materials are disclosed. The amount of sieve material utilized is a fraction of that used in conventional portable devices. This dramatically reduces the volume, weight, and cost of the device. Innovations in valve configuration, moisture control, case and battery design, and replaceable sieve module are described. Patients with breathing disorders and others requiring medical oxygen are provided with a long lasting, low cost alternative to existing portable oxygen supply devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: STEPHEN DOUGLAS GALBRAITH, ROBERT B. LACOUNT
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Publication number: 20180050168Abstract: A heat-moisture exchanger device for use with a patient ventilator circuit is provided. A rotatable central element is positioned in a housing, and a filter is coupled to the rotatable central element. A first conduit can allow fluid to enter or exit a chamber of the housing and a second conduit on an opposed surface can allow fluid to enter or exit the chamber. A third conduit on the rotatable central element can selectively place the first conduit in sealed fluid communication with the second conduit when the rotatable central element is in a first position. Alternatively, the rotatable central element can be rotated to a second position in which the third conduit does not place the first conduit in sealed fluid communication with the second conduit, and any fluid flowing through the chamber must pass through the filter.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 19, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Christopher D. Warner, James V. Waldo, JR.
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Publication number: 20180050169Abstract: This invention relates to a voice therapy and vocal training device which allows performing both exhalation (phonation and breathing) and inhalation (humidifying and breathing) therapies and to humidify and treat vocal folds of a user. The aim of this invention is to provide a voice therapy and vocal training device which aids in carrying out many features together (all-in-one) such as performing voice trainings, humidification of vocal folds, and being used as an inhalation and a spray device. The voice therapy and vocal training device of the invention prevents water from going down the user's throat during inhalation thanks to its special design. Also disclosed is an oral mask which is able to be used with the voice therapy and vocal training device.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: DOCTOR VOX SAGLIK HIZMETLERI VE MEDIKAL CIHAZLAR LIMITED SIRKETIInventor: ILTER DENIZOGLU
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Publication number: 20180050170Abstract: The present disclosure provides a synergistic system and protocol for stress management and reduction in a person in need thereof. In particular, an improved system and method for relaxing, reducing stress in, and improving the well-being of an individual is disclosed such that after treatment or use of the system the individual can recall or come back to a decreased stress state obtained during treatment, thereby reducing their present stress level. It is an objective of the present invention to provide a non-pharmaceutical method and system of treatment that merges several stress reduction methods into an effective treatment protocol that can be used in a variety of environments and on any age of individual as a means to reduce anxiety and stress.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Sarah KUHL, Laurie WEBB, Sara DALY
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Publication number: 20180050171Abstract: A system and method for combining fragrance compositions that have evidence-based benefits for modifying a physiological state of a subject are provided. The system is composed of a biometric readout device and environmental sensor module that provide physiological and environmental feedback to a digitally controlled scent delivery device, which is configured to delivery scent based upon physiological and environmental conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Matthias Horst Tabert, Anshul Jain
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Publication number: 20180050172Abstract: An adaptor for use in continuous bladder irrigation, comprising a first hollow tube portion having at a first end a first connector portion adapted to be connected to a drainage outlet of a catheter wherein the first hollow tube portion being joined to a hollow inlet tube and a hollow outlet tube and the inlet tube having a fluid inlet connector and an insert portion extending from the fluid inlet connector and through the first hollow tube portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: John Farley
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Publication number: 20180050173Abstract: A urinary catheter assembly includes a catheter shaft, a drainage funnel associated with the distal end of the catheter shaft, and a gripping member. The distal end of the gripping member is fixedly secured to the drainage funnel, while an extendable portion of the gripping member allows its proximal end to be moved along the length of the catheter shaft toward and away from the proximal end of the catheter shaft. The extendable portion of the gripping member encircles at least a portion of the catheter shaft when the proximal end of the gripping member is moved toward the proximal end of the catheter shaft, thereby allowing for the gripping member to be used to manipulate the catheter shaft without directly touching the catheter shaft.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Barbara J. Kearns
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Publication number: 20180050174Abstract: An external catheter stabilizer device for stabilizing and retaining a catheter tube at a stoma includes a base portion and a central portion. The base portion is configured to be affixed at a patient so as to generally surround a stoma. The central portion has a passageway therethrough that is configured to receive a tube that passes through the stoma. The base portion is attached to the central portion via at least two spaced apart spokes. A catheter tube retaining element is disposed radially outboard of the passageway and is configured to receive and retain a portion of the catheter tube therein. When the base portion is affixed at a patient, the central portion is spaced away from the patient. The device may include features that provide both stabilization and selectable modes of operation, such as a free-flow mode and a no-flow mode.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Sarah L. Olson
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Publication number: 20180050175Abstract: Sterile intravenous catheter securements and securement dressings that provide simpler, more effective, and lower risk intravenous catheter placement and securement in a patient are described. Catheter securement dressings may include one or more adhesive portions positioned and configured to maintain a position of a catheter assembly following catheterization. Catheter securement dressings may be secured to a patient with an adhesive portion, and the catheter assembly may then be placed into the patient through an access opening in the catheter securement dressing. Portions of catheter securement dressings may then by folded over and adhered to each other and portions of the catheter assembly to secure the catheter assembly to the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Marcel A. Souza, Bart D. Peterson, Darin L. Peterson, Azhar J. Khan, Kelly D. Christensen
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Publication number: 20180050176Abstract: An access sheath assembly can include an elongate sheath for accessing an interior of an artery or vein through an access point on a patient's limb and a hub that is coupled to the elongate sheath and that includes an access port configured to provide access to an interior of the elongate sheath. The assembly includes a closure device configured to fit about the patient's limb and capable of being coupled with the hub, the closure device movable between an engaged configuration in which the closure device is coupled with the hub and thus is positioned to secure the hub relative to the patient's limb and a disengaged configuration in which the closure device is apart from the hub and extends about the patient's limb at the access point in order to provide pressure to the access point.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC LIMITEDInventors: Medha Tyagi, Sumit Agrawal, Raghav Goel, Sneha Ralli, Charudatta Chandrakant Aradhye, Somashekar Reddy, Ashish Chakole
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Publication number: 20180050177Abstract: A medical tube includes a connection portion that is removably attached to an end of a catheter including a guide wire lumen through which a guide wire is inserted and a tube main body that includes a lumen through which the guide wire is inserted. The lumen communicates with the guide wire lumen while being attached to the end of the catheter through the connection portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: TERUMO KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventors: Yasunori YAMASHITA, Yuuki SAKAGUCHI, Yuusuke SEKINE
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Publication number: 20180050178Abstract: A guidewire torquer comprising a handling body for handling of the guidewire torquer and guidewire holding surfaces oriented for engaging the guidewire from mutually opposite sides of the guidewire and holding the guidewire in an elastically tensioned, bent guidewire shape providing frictional fixation of the guidewire relative to the handling body. The guidewire holding surfaces project from an abutment plane defined by at least one abutment surface. A guidewire trajectory of the bent guidewire shape extends along and touches the guidewire holding surfaces is accessible from a direction in which the at least one abutment surface is facing. At least portions of the guidewire holding surfaces lean over towards or face the abutment plane for holding the guidewire adjacent to said abutment plane, and the guidewire holding surfaces are part of a single, rigid body portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Johan Willem Pieter Marsman
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Publication number: 20180050179Abstract: A catheter having an elongated shaft and a balloon on a distal shaft section, the elongated shaft comprising an outer tubular member, and an inner tubular member which has a bonded portion along which an outer surface of the inner tubular member is bonded to an inner surface of the outer tubular member. The inner tubular member has a proximal portion proximal to the bonded portion, and a distal portion distal to the bonded portion with higher axial compression stiffness and column strength than the proximal portion thereof. The catheter has improved trackability, axial collapse resistance, pushability, and crossability, for improved ability to position the balloon at a desired location in a patient's body lumen.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2015Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: John A. Simpson, Jessie Delgado, Bruce Wilson, Lenny Barbod, Ramon Torres, Devon Brown, Quan Ritchie, William S. Chin
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Publication number: 20180050180Abstract: In various embodiments, a device is provided comprising a balloon configured to expand to an expanded state in response to introduction of a fluid at a first pressure, wherein the fluid perfuses through the balloon above a second pressure, the second pressure being the same or greater than the first pressure. In various embodiments, a method comprising fabricating a balloon configured to expand to an expanded state in response to introduction of a fluid at a first pressure, wherein the fluid perfuses through the balloon above a second pressure, the second pressure being at or greater than the first pressure, disposing the balloon on an elongate member having a lumen, placing the lumen in fluid communication with an interior volume of the balloon.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: John E. Bacino, Carey V. Campbell, Edward H. Cully, Benjamin M. Trapp, Michael J. Vonesh
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Publication number: 20180050181Abstract: A method is disclosed for selective inflation of an inflatable body, such as a balloon, received through an oral cavity and into the esophagus of a patient. The inflatable body is operably coupled to a pressurized fluid source. The inflatable body has a relatively flexible portion and a relatively inflexible portion. When pressurized fluid is delivered to the body to inflate the body, the flexible portion expands more than the inflexible portion, resulting in asymmetrical expansion and movement of the esophagus away from the ablation site to avoid accidental injury while performing a procedure on the patient's left atrium. This movement may be opposite from or directly away from the heart or, alternatively, may be sideways relative to the heart to a location in which the esophagus is interposed between the ablation site and the phrenic nerve.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Imran K. Niazi
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Publication number: 20180050182Abstract: A system for treatment of a wound area of a patient including a first treatment pad comprising a plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) for cleaning and exposing a wound area to ultraviolet light, a second treatment pad comprising removal ports for exposing the wound area to a negative pressure, and a control unit interoperably connected to the first and second treatment pads for providing a negative pressure and the ultraviolet light to the wound area.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: ThermoTek, Inc.Inventor: Tony QUISENBERRY
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Publication number: 20180050183Abstract: An adapter for accessing material in a container may include an adapter body with a bore through its longitudinal axis. The adapter may include one or more sealing surfaces and a threaded connection nested in the adapter body. The threaded connection may be configured to mate with an CORPAK ENFIT connection or a luer lock connection.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Kristine Marie Taylor
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Publication number: 20180050184Abstract: A medical connector for use in a fluid pathway includes a substantially transparent housing having a proximal end with a proximal opening and a distal end with a distal opening, and a cavity extending therebetween. The connector provides a substantially visible fluid flow path extending through a substantial portion of the connector.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: George A. Lopez, Thomas F. Fangrow, Bob Foret
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Publication number: 20180050185Abstract: Disclosed is a connection structure for an IV tube of an IV infusion set, in which an IV tube is firmly connected by fitting using a connector without using an adhesive, thereby preventing bacterial infection. The connection structure is configured such that an outlet provided in an IV bag is connected to a drip chamber, the IV tube is connected to the drip chamber to allow an IV fluid to flow, an end of the IV tube is connected to an injection site for injecting the IV fluid, wherein a connector is provided on an outer circumferential surface of the IV tube that is connected to the drip chamber and the injection site, thereby locking the IV tube.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Dae Won KANG
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Publication number: 20180050186Abstract: The disclosure relates to a medical fluid coupling for connecting a fluid line to a connection section of a blood treatment apparatus or for connecting to a connecting adapter. The fluid coupling comprises at least one main body. The main body includes a first latching element with a first section. The first section is designed to be elastically bendable and/or elastically tiltable. The main body may optionally include a second latching element with a second section. At least one of the first latching element and the second latching element comprises a recess for receiving a protrusion of the connection section and/or a protrusion to reach into a recess of the blood treatment apparatus or of the connecting adapter.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: Fresenius Medical Care Deutschland GmbHInventor: Martin Lauer
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Publication number: 20180050187Abstract: A medical fluid control device for a medical fluid line system includes a fluid flow housing with at least one connection port for connecting to a further functional component of the fluid line system and which has an injection port with an openable closure element, and also having an adjustment member which is mounted movably in the fluid flow housing and which has flow channel sections which, depending on an adjustment position of the adjustment member, can be moved toward the at least one connection port and/or the injection port for a fluid throughflow. Assigned to at least one flow channel section of the adjustment member and/or to the injection port is at least one mechanical flow acceleration mechanism which assists with inside flushing of the injection port during a fluid throughflow.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Ralf Kunschak, Sebastian Bieri, Martin Schneider, Mayur Dudhane, Frank Eisen, Fritz Kobel
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Publication number: 20180050188Abstract: Medical push connectors and systems are provided. A medical push connector can include an engagement member operatively coupled to a release member. The engagement member may releasably couple a medical device to the medical push connector. Medical push connector systems may include one or more medical devices and a medical push connector coupled to, or coupleable to, the one or more medical devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Nicholas Accisano, III
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Publication number: 20180050189Abstract: An implant including a hermetically tightly sealed housing, wherein a control unit is arranged in the housing, and including a header, which is secured to the housing and includes at least one socket for connection to a plug of an electrode lead, and includes a communication antenna, which is electrically connected to the control unit. To achieve a reliable identification of the electrode lead with a low energy expenditure, the header has, in the region of the at least one socket, at least one electromagnetic transmission element electrically connected to a contact element which is provided on the inner wall of the at least one socket or to the ground of the implant and to the control unit, wherein the electromagnetic transmission element is electromagnetically or inductively coupled to the communication antenna. A corresponding electrode lead and a corresponding method for identifying an electrode lead are also contemplated.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Jens Rump, Ingo Weiss
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Publication number: 20180050190Abstract: A method for positioning an electrode array of a neuromodulation catheter at a target circumferential position along a posterior wall of a superior vena cava includes advancing the catheter to a target longitudinal position within the superior vena cava, and orienting a marker on the extracorporeal portion of the catheter in a circumferential orientation known to position the array at the target circumferential position along the posterior wall. A method of positioning the array at a target longitudinal position includes advancing the catheter into the superior vena cava and using features of the catheter to detect the location of right atrial tissue, such as by sensing for a P-wave using an electrogram captured using an electrode carried at a distal end of the catheter, or by using such electrodes to capture the atrium using atrial pacing pulses. Once the location of the right atria is determined, the electrode array may be deployed in a position known to be proximal to the atrium.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Stephen C. Masson
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Publication number: 20180050191Abstract: A medical tool includes a rotation mechanism that further includes a warning feature. The warning feature provides an indication when the rotation mechanism has achieved a number of rotations.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Thomas B. Eby, Bradley Knippel, Daniel Coyle, Jennifer Heisel, Bernhard Arnar, Brett Hillukka, Tracee Eidenschink, Paul Paspa, Joseph Ramon Callof
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Publication number: 20180050192Abstract: A medical tool includes a rotation mechanism that further includes a warning feature. The warning feature provides an indication when the rotation mechanism has achieved a number of rotations.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Peter Nee, Bradley Knippel, Daniel Coyle, Jennifer Heisel, Bernhard Arnar, Brett Hillukka, Tracee Eidenschink, Thomas B. Eby, Paul Paspa, Joseph Ramon Callol, Thomas Robert Luhrs, Carl Lance Boling
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Publication number: 20180050193Abstract: A medical tool includes a rotation mechanism that further includes a warning feature. The warning feature provides an indication when the rotation mechanism has achieved a number of rotations.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Thomas B. Eby, Bradley Knippel, Daniel Coyle, Jennifer Heisel, Bernhard Arnar, Brett Hillukka, Tracee Eidenschink, Paul Paspa, Joseph Ramon Callol
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Publication number: 20180050194Abstract: A medical tool includes a rotation mechanism that further includes a warning feature. The warning feature provides an indication when the rotation mechanism has achieved a number of rotations.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Bradley Knippel, Daniel Coyle, Jennifer Heisel, Bernhard Amar, Brett Hillukka, Tracee Eidenschink, Thomas B. Eby, Paul Paspa, Joseph Ramon Callol
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Publication number: 20180050195Abstract: A medical tool includes a rotation mechanism that further includes a warning feature. The warning feature provides an indication when the rotation mechanism has achieved a number of rotations.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Bradley Knippel, Daniel Coyle, Jennifer Heisel, Bernhard Arnar, Brett Hillukka, Tracee Eidenschink, Thomas B. Eby, Paul Paspa, Joseph Ramon Callol
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Publication number: 20180050196Abstract: An apparatus including an actuator and an electrode array support, wherein the apparatus is configured to insert an electrode array into a cochlea via controlled actuation of the actuator, wherein the controlled actuation is at least partially based on data that is at least partially based on electrical characteristics associated with the recipient.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 19, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Nicholas Charles PAWSEY, Frank RISI
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Publication number: 20180050197Abstract: Cochlear implant systems can include a cochlear electrode, a stimulator in electrical communication with the cochlear electrode, and a signal processor in communication with the stimulator. The signal processor can include circuitry and a can surrounding and housing the circuitry. The signal processor can further include a first impedance between the circuitry and the can in order to reduce unintended electrical communication between the cochlear electrode and the circuitry of the signal processor. Other components can similarly include impedance between their respective cans and circuitry to prevent such undesired communication. Components can communicate with one another via bidirectional communication. Communication can include communication of signals and inverted signals to reduce net charge flow through the wearer's body.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Paul R. Mazanec, Timothy J. Earnest
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Publication number: 20180050198Abstract: Cochlear implant systems can include a cochlear electrode, a stimulator in electrical communication with the cochlear electrode, and a signal processor in communication with the stimulator. The signal processor can receive an input signal from an input source and output a stimulation signal to the stimulator based on the received input signal and a transfer function of the signal processor. The signal processor can be connected to the stimulator via a first detachable connector configured to detachably connect and provide communication between the signal processor and the stimulator. The signal processor can be connected to the input source via a second detachable connector configured to detachably connect and provide communication between the signal processor and the input source. A modular signal processor can be detached from the stimulator and the input source for repair or replacement.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Paul R. Mazanec, Benjamin R. Whittington, Timothy J. Earnest
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Publication number: 20180050199Abstract: A cardiac pacing system that includes an implantable pulse generator and electrical leads that include a lead body portion having a distal end and a proximal end, a connector configured to electrically connect the proximal end of the lead body to the pulse generator, and at least one electrode disposed at the distal end of the lead body for delivering electrical stimulation to a patient's heart, wherein the distal end of the lead body is configured to terminate within the mediastinum of the thoracic cavity of the patient, proximate to the heart.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: AtaCor Medical, Inc.Inventors: Rick Sanghera, Alan Marcovecchio, Sean McGeehan, Martin Burke
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Publication number: 20180050200Abstract: TTFields therapy is a proven approach for treating tumors using electric fields. This application describes systems and methods for measuring the temperature at the electrode elements of the transducer arrays that are used to apply the TTFields to a subject. A distal circuit is positioned adjacent to each transducer array, and the distal circuit interfaces with temperature sensors in the transducer array to obtain temperature readings. Those temperature readings are transmitted to a central hub. In some embodiments, temperature measurements from all of the distal circuits occur simultaneously.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: Novocure LimitedInventors: Yoram WASSERMAN, Michael KRINITSKY, Mikhail SHTOTLAND, Victor KAIKOV
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Publication number: 20180050201Abstract: The present invention relates to a non-invasive device and method for treating and improving dysfunction or disorders associated with pelvic floor. In one advantageous form, the non-invasive device comprising a generator configured to generate a current with a predetermined intensity of milliampere at a desirable frequency; at least one electrical stimulation applicator comprising a probe unit configured to transmit the current to a target body surface of vulvar tissues and/or pelvic floor muscle for application of an electrical stimulation; wherein the probe unit comprises a negative electrode and at least one positive electrode and the probe unit is shaped for positioning on the target body surface of the vulvar tissues and/or the pelvic floor muscle.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Pui Ling TAM
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Publication number: 20180050202Abstract: A method, including obtaining data relating to electric hearing, obtaining data relating to acoustic hearing and preparing a prescription for a multimodal hearing prosthesis for an individual based on the obtained data relating to the electric hearing and the acoustic hearing. In an exemplary embodiment, the method entails comparing the data relating to electric hearing to the data relating to acoustic hearing and preparing the prescription based on the results of the comparison.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Peter Andrew BUSBY
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Publication number: 20180050203Abstract: Fully implantable cochlear implant systems can include a cochlear electrode, a stimulator in electrical communication with the cochlear electrode, a signal processor in communication with the stimulator, and an implantable battery and/or communication module in communication with the signal processor. A cochlear implant network can include an external device in wireless communication with the fully implantable cochlear implant system via one or more system components, such as the implantable battery and/or communication module, the stimulator, and/or the signal processor. The external device can be configured to wirelessly communicate signals to the fully implantable cochlear implant system such as control signals and/or audio signals. Networks can include a plurality of external devices capable of interfacing with one or more implantable components of a fully implantable cochlear implant system.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Paul R. Mazanec, Benjamin R. Whittington, Timothy J. Earnest, Travis Michael Beckerle
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Publication number: 20180050204Abstract: This document discusses, among other things, systems and methods to provide a paresthesia therapy to a patient using an implantable neuromodulation system, wherein providing the paresthesia therapy may include delivering to the patient an electrical waveform having a duration and a distribution of frequencies in the range of 0.001 kHz to 20 kHz, wherein the distribution of frequencies includes a first frequency group of one or more frequencies and a second frequency group of one or more frequencies, and wherein the patient continuously experiences paresthesia throughout the duration of the electrical waveform.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Jordi Parramon, Que T. Doan
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Publication number: 20180050205Abstract: An electrical stimulation system includes an implantable control module configured and arranged for implantation in a body of a patient. The implantable control module includes a processor that generates and delivers electrical stimulation pulses or pulse bursts at a pathological frequency or with a temporal separation between pulses or pulse bursts individually selected based on a pre-determined distribution function based on a pre-selected pathological frequency.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Michael A. Moffitt, Stephen Carcieri, Hemant Bokil, Rafael Carbunaru
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Publication number: 20180050206Abstract: A method of facilitating therapeutic neuromodulation of a heart of a patient includes positioning an electrode in a pulmonary artery, positioning a sensor in vasculature, delivering via a stimulation system first and second electrical signals of a series of electrical signals to the electrode. The second electrical signal differs from the first electrical signal by a magnitude of a first parameter of a plurality of parameters. The method includes determining via the sensor, sensor data indicative of one or more heart activity properties in response to the delivery of the series of electrical signals, and delivering a therapeutic neuromodulation signal to the pulmonary artery using selected electrical parameters. The selected electrical parameters include a selected magnitude of the first parameter. The selected magnitude of the first parameter is based at least partially on the sensor data. The therapeutic neuromodulation signal increases heart contractility.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 4, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Steven L. Waldhauser, Steven D. Goedeke
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Publication number: 20180050207Abstract: A neurostimulation system delivers neurostimulation to a patient using one or more primary parameters and one or more secondary parameters. The one or more primary parameters are controlled for maintaining efficacy of the neurostimulation. The one or more secondary parameters are adjusted for preventing the patient from developing neural accommodation. In various embodiments, values for the one or more secondary parameters are varied during the delivery of the neurostimulation for prevention of neural accommodation that may result from a constant or periodic pattern of stimulation pulses.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventors: Jason J. Hamann, David J. Ternes, Stephen B. Ruble, Juan Gabriel Hincapie Ordonez
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Publication number: 20180050208Abstract: An implantable medical device (IMD) includes a housing that is configured to be positioned at least in part in a chamber of a heart, and in some cases, in a right ventricle (RV) proximate an RV facing side of the ventricular septum of the heart. When so provided, an RV electrode may be fixed relative to the housing to be proximate the RV facing side of the ventricular septum. An LV electrode may be spaced a distance from the RV electrode and the housing such that the LV electrode is positioned at least partially within the ventricular septum. An LV electrode position adjustment assembly may be used to adjust the depth at which the LV electrode is positioned within the ventricular septum.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: CARDIAC PACEMAKERS, INC.Inventors: Allan Charles Shuros, Christopher A. Hartemink
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Publication number: 20180050209Abstract: Disclosed herein is a lead insertion tool for inserting a lead connector end of an implantable lead into a lead receptacle of a header of an implantable pulse generator, the implantable lead including a lead body extending distally from the lead connector end. The tool includes a lead pathway and an engagement mechanism. The lead pathway extends through the tool and is configured to receive the implantable lead. The engagement mechanism includes an engaged state and a self-biasing non-engaged state. When the engagement mechanism is self-biased into the non-engaged state, the implantable lead is free to displace along the lead pathway. When the engagement mechanism is forced into the engaged state, the lead cannot displace along the lead pathway.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 19, 2016Publication date: February 22, 2018Inventor: Aaron Raines
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Publication number: 20180050210Abstract: One aspect generally relates to a composite, having a layer sequence. The layer sequence includes as layers a first layer, including a first ceramic, and first layer surface, a second layer, including a second ceramic, superimposing the first layer surface. The layer sequence includes a hole, connecting through each layer of the layer sequence; and a cermet. The cermet includes a first part and a second part. The first part is included by the hole. The second part is included between the first layer and the second layer. The cermet is in one piece.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: Heraeus Deutschland GmbH & Co. KGInventors: Ilias Nikolaidis, Frederik Roth, Ulrich Hausch