Abstract: An apparatus for locating an embedded passive integrated transponder (PIT) tag is provided. An embodiment of the locating apparatus includes a resonator capable of electromagnetically coupling to the PIT tag, and a feedback circuit connected to the resonator and configured to monitor a load conductance of the resonator. A distance between the resonator and the PIT tag is indicated by a change in the monitored load conductance when the resonator and the PIT tag are electromagnetically coupled. Another embodiment includes a resonator capable of stimulating a response signal from a PIT tag, and a processing circuit capable of calculating the distance between the resonator and the PIT tag based on the amplitude of the response signal.

Abstract: Device (1), suitable for being ingested by a patient, comprising a disintegration matrix (12) that is designed to disintegrate in a digestive segment and a plurality of independent passive RFID markers (11) that are housed together in the disintegration matrix (12), the disintegration matrix (12) being shaped so that when it disintegrates, the RFID markers (11) separate from one another and are no longer mechanically connected, so that each RFID marker (11) is able to move independently of the other RFID markers (11) in several segments of the digestive system of the patient, the RFID markers (11) each being, in the disintegration matrix (12), protected by a hermetic encapsulation in a biocompatible material.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus, and methods related to modeling, monitoring, and/or managing metabolism of a subject include measuring a respiratory quotient (RQ) level in a subject and/or optimizing and executing a nonlinear feedback model to model energy substrate utilization in the subject based on at least one of a macronutrient composition and caloric value of food consumed by the subject, an intensity and duration of activity by the subject, a rate and maximum capacity of glycogen storage in the subject, a rate and maximum capacity of de novo lipogenesis in the subject, a quality and duration of sleep by the subject, and/or an RQ level in the subject.

Abstract: A medicament compliance system, comprising a tonal device associated with an inhaler, the tonal device being arranged to emit a predetermined tone responsive to successful use from the respiratory device. The system also comprises a device comprising a microphone for outputting audio data, a processor, a memory, and a display. The processor is arranged to receive the audio data and to determine whether the audio data corresponds to the predetermined tone, and to display an incentive graphic in response to detection of the predetermined tone.

Abstract: A method includes receiving, via an electronic scale device supporting a user thereon, an indication to begin a verified weight sequence. Responsive to the indication to begin, the method includes: (1) determining a body weight of the user supported by the electronic scale device, (2) receiving, via an electronic device, image data that is reproducible as a visual image of at least a portion of the user supported on the housing of the scale, and (3) generating a data file including: (a) weight data that is representative of the determined body weight of the user supported by the housing, (b) the image data, and (c) time data corresponding to a date and time that the body weight of the user was determined.

Abstract: The present invention relates to distinguishing different sedentary states of a subject. A sedentary state can refer to standing, sitting and/or lying. An apparatus for determining a sedentary state of a subject is presented that comprises a sensor interface for obtaining a movement signal indicative of a movement of the subject; an extraction unit for extracting a signal feature indicative of postural control oscillations of the subject from the movement signal, wherein the signal feature indicative of postural control oscillations is indicative of center of mass motion oscillations for preventing the subject from falling; and a classifier for classifying a sedentary state of the subject based on the signal feature indicative of postural control oscillations of the subject. Further, a corresponding method, computer program and system are presented.

Abstract: An augmented neuromuscular training system and method for providing feedback to a user in order to reduce movement deficits associated with injury risk, prior injury or disease pathology.

Abstract: There is disclosed a transdermal analyte sensor device. The device includes a sensor cartridge having a membrane permeable to a target analyte transdermally received from a subject, a reservoir containing a fluid to receive the target analyte through the membrane and an enzyme to react with the target analyte to form a byproduct, a working electrode to generate an electrical current based on a concentration of a byproduct, and a cartridge electrical contact to transmit the electrical current. The device also includes a device body having a device electrical contact to receive the electrical current from the cartridge electrical contact, a transmitter to transmit a signal based on the electrical current to a monitoring device, and a cartridge receptacle to receive the sensor cartridge and position the membrane to contact skin of the subject.

Abstract: Systems and methods for a continuous monitoring of analyte values received from an analyte sensor system are provided. One method for a wireless data communication between an analyte sensor system and a mobile device involves storing identification information associated with a transceiver of the analyte sensor system, the identification information entered by a user of the mobile device via a custom application running on the mobile device; causing the custom application to enter a background mode; searching for advertisement signals; receiving an advertisement signal from the transceiver; authenticating the transceiver based on the identification information; prompting the user to bring the custom application to a foreground mode; causing the custom application to request a confirmation from the user that a data connection with the transceiver is desired; receiving the confirmation from the user; and completing the data connection with the transceiver.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to intrapleural air leak detection and monitoring. According to various embodiments of the disclosure, an air leak may be detected utilizing at least one sensor to determine whether fluid extracted from a pleural cavity of a patient includes carbon dioxide and/or a second substance. The second substance may be a foreign substance inhaled by the patient to confirm presence of the air leak. The air leak may be further monitored over a period of time by collecting temporally successive measurements associated with detected concentrations of carbon dioxide. Therefore, tissue damage and recovery may be assessed according to objectively collected criteria.

Abstract: Methods and systems include a long-term implantable ultra-filtrate monitoring system that uses micro-porous membranes to produce an ultra-filtrate of tissue interstitial fluid or blood plasma. The ultra-filtrate is transported through a sensor to detect a level of analyte in the ultra-filtrate. The long-term implantable fluid monitoring system thus includes a first porous catheter, a second porous catheter, a sensor configured to measure an amount of analyte in fluid, and a pump configured to move fluid through the first porous catheter to the sensor and from the sensor through the second porous catheter.

Abstract: A glucose measuring device and apparatus are provided. The device includes a substrate, a cover plate, an electrode assembly, and a reactive unit. The substrate has a first and second surfaces opposite to each other, and a flow channel located at the first surface. The flow channel includes a sampling region having a sample inlet, a measuring region, and a concentrating region therebwtween. The cover plate having a gas outlet is disposed on the first surface and covers the flow channel. The electrode assembly includes a first, a second and a third electrode pairs. The first electrode pair is at a boundary between the sampling and the concentrating regions. The second electrode pair is at a boundary between the concentrating and the measuring regions. The third electrode pair is located in the measuring region. The reactive unit is disposed on the third electrode pair and in the flow channel.

Abstract: Systems and methods for processing sensor analyte data, including initiating calibration, updating calibration, evaluating clinical acceptability of reference and sensor analyte data, and evaluating the quality of sensor calibration. During initial calibration, the analyte sensor data is evaluated over a period of time to determine stability of the sensor. The sensor may be calibrated using a calibration set of one or more matched sensor and reference analyte data pairs. The calibration may be updated after evaluating the calibration set for best calibration based on inclusion criteria with newly received reference analyte data. Fail-safe mechanisms are provided based on clinical acceptability of reference and analyte data and quality of sensor calibration. Algorithms provide for optimized prospective and retrospective analysis of estimated blood analyte data from an analyte sensor.

Abstract: A blood lancing device and, more particularly, to an ergonomic blood lancet holding device and methods of use thereof that allow for single-handed operation, particularly by individuals with limited or no operational function in one arm or hand and by individuals with body tremors. Additional embodiments provide a universal lancet securing means for detachable holding of various proprietary lancet shapes, designs and formats that are presently or may become commercially available. Outer contours of embodiments are ergonomically shaped to readily accommodate the palmar surface of the hand and digits, thereby providing the user with easy-to-grasp functionality, without excess stretching or discomfort of the hand, digits, wrist or forearm. Embodiments may be symmetrical in design for universal use by either the right or left hand or specifically designed for use only by the right hand or the left hand.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device for parenterally transferring fluid to and/or from a patient includes a housing, a needle, and an occlusion mechanism. The housing defines a fluid flow path and is couplable to a fluid reservoir. The needle has a distal end portion that is configured to be inserted into the patient and a proximal end portion that is configured to be fluidically coupled to the fluid flow path of the housing, and defines a lumen therebetween. The occlusion mechanism selectively controls a fluid flow between the needle and the fluid flow path. The occlusion mechanism includes an occlusion member that is movable between a first configuration where the lumen of the needle is obstructed during insertion into the patient and a second configuration where the lumen of the needle is unobstructed after the needle has been inserted into the patient allowing fluid transfer to or from the patient.

Abstract: A method capturing eye movement data for detection of cognitive anomalies, includes a computer application displaying a frame on a display, capturing and displaying a video image of a user's face and eyes, while the user aligns the face to the frame, capturing and processing the face image to initiate an image eye movement capture process, outputting an indication on a display and moving the indication spatially to one of a plurality of images, capturing a video of each user eye, to track the position of the indication of the display, the image of each eye comprising a sclera portion, an iris portion, and a pupil portion, parsing the video to determine a reference images corresponding to eye positions, capturing the user's eyes while the user views familiar and novel images, and correlating the images of the user's eyes to the familiar or novel images using the reference images.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for estimating a mental state of a target individual includes obtaining information of eye movement of the target individual in a coordinate system, in which the coordinate system determines a point representing eye movement by an angle and/or a distance with respect to a reference point that is related to a center of an object showing a scene, analyzing the information of the eye movement to extract a feature of the eye movement defined in relation to the coordinate system, and estimating the mental state of the target individual using the feature of the eye movement.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for estimating a mental state of a target individual includes obtaining first time series data representing pupil dynamics of one eye and second time series data representing pupil dynamics of other eye from the target individual, analyzing the first and second time series data to extract a feature of the eye movement, in which the feature represents relationship of the pupil dynamics between the one eye and the other eye, and estimating the mental state of the target individual using the feature of the eye the movement.

Abstract: A sensor plaster (116) for the transcutaneous measurement of an organ function, more particularly of a kidney function, is proposed. The sensor plaster (116) comprises at least one flexible carrier element (134) having at least one adhesive surface (138) which can be stuck onto a body surface. Furthermore, the sensor plaster (116) comprises at least one radiation source, more particularly a light source (142), wherein the radiation source is designed to irradiate the body surface with at least one interrogation light (162). Furthermore, the sensor plaster (116) comprises at least one detector (146) designed to detect at least one response light (176) incident from the direction of the body surface.

Abstract: Disclosed is system for assessing a motor function, the system including a sensor configured to acquire human body exercise information including a joint position, a joint orientation, a grasp state, or a grasp force, a processor configured to extract an exercise feature for analyzing a human body motion time and human body motion information based on the acquired human body exercise information, analyze at least one target motion for assessment based on a set assessment condition using the extracted exercise feature, classify an assessment factor of the at least one target motion for assessment as a success or a failure, and determine a final assessment score of the at least one target motion for assessment based on the classified assessment factor, and a display configured to display the final assessment score.

Abstract: To achieve early detection and prevention of mild dementia by viewing with both left and right eyes in a balanced manner based on the balanced stimulation and activation of the left and right brains to easily mitigate the progression of cognitive function decline and promoting recovery of cerebral vision.

Abstract: Systems and methods are described herein for determining that a patient has indications mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or early stage Alzheimer's disease (AD). Microperimetry is used to assess the functional integrity of the patient's retina. Optical Coherence Tomography is used to assess the structural integrity of the patient's retina. Reductions in the size and function of the patient's retina indicate that the patient may have MCI or early stage AD.

Abstract: A system or method for pressure related skin injury risk assessment and treatment including measuring extrinsic and intrinsic skin pressure of the patient through assigned ratings responsive to the skin pressure measurement, measuring oxygenation of the patient and assigning a rating responsive to the oxygenation measurement, measuring perfusion of the patient and assigning a rating responsive to the perfusion measurement, summing the skin pressure, oxygenation and perfusion ratings to obtain a POP Box score, determining a risk of pressure related skin injury for the patient in response to the POP Box score, and determining or selecting a recommended treatment from among a plurality of recommended treatments for the patient in response to the determined risk of pressure related skin injury.

Abstract: A patient visualization system having a processor, communicatively coupled to a pressure sensor device to periodically receive pressure sensor data experienced by a subject at locations on the pressure sensor device. The processor programmed to receive input indicative of an intervention resulting in a pressure lowering of a body area of the subject during a first high-pressure situation at a first time; and responsive to determining a second high-pressure situation at the body area of the subject at a second time later than the first time, display an indication of the input of the intervention in connection with the first high-pressure situation.

Abstract: A pressure sensitive pad, generally planar in shape for placement underneath a mattress or cushion, capable of outputting a spectrum of signals depending on the pressure applied on the pad, comprising a plurality of sensitive zones, each zone being connected to a respective controller, configured to measure the pressure on each zone. The pressure sensitive pad comprising two electrically conductive layers; a variable conductive foam layer between the two conductive layers; and a non-conductive layer comprising a plurality of holes, disposed between a first of the two electrically conductive layers and the conductive foam layer. A system operable with the pad calibrates to detect absence and presence of a person for a range of mattress types and mattress weights and person weights; and determines a relative weight and position of the person while the person is on the mattress.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus is provided, such as a bed, cot, stretcher, or the like, that includes a sensor adapted to detect movement of the occupant while the occupant is supported on the support apparatus. A controller monitors outputs from the sensor in response to a mobility assessment control being activated. After monitoring the outputs for a period of time, the controller generates a mobility score based on the outputs from the sensor. In some embodiments, the controller use outputs from the sensor to determine which region of a defined surface area the patient has moved to. The controller records these visited regions over a time period and uses them to generate the mobility assessment. The mobility assessment provides an objective measure of an important factor used in predicting a patient's risk of developing pressure ulcers.

Abstract: A body worn or implantable hearing prosthesis, including a device configured to capture an audio environment of a recipient and evoke a hearing percept based at least in part on the captured audio environment, wherein the hearing prosthesis is configured to identify, based on the captured audio environment, one or more biomarkers present in the audio environment indicative of the recipient's ability to hear.

Abstract: A magnetic stimulation device has components for positioning a patient into a correct treatment position, and for improving patient comfort. The methods may be used for improving the effectiveness of the stimulation by setting a magnetic field generating device in appropriate position by using feedback information.

Abstract: A method of providing audio feedback in response to a user performance using an earpiece includes steps of identifying a manual work operation to be performed by the user, wherein the identifying the manual work operation is performed by the earpiece, monitoring performance of the manual work operation by the user, wherein the monitoring the performance of the work operation is performed by the earpiece, generating 3D sound cues at the earpiece to assist in the performance of the manual work operation by the user, and outputting the 3D sound cues to the user at one or more speakers of the earpiece during the performance of the manual work operation by the user.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device (16) and method for monitoring a physiological state of a subject (32). To reduce the energy consumption but still provide a high accuracy, the proposed device comprises a sensor interface (18) for obtaining from a sensor (20) a sensor signal indicative of a vital sign of a subject; a power storage interface (22) for obtaining a charge value indicative of a charge state of a power storage (24) powering the sensor; a duty cycle module (28) for controlling the duty cycle of the sensor based on the charge value; and a processing unit (26) for extracting at least one feature indicative of a physiological state of the subject from the sensor signal.

Abstract: Methods for treating a condition in a subject, e.g., by enhancing homeostatic capacity of the subject (which may manifest as an increase in a dynamic range of one or more system responses in the subject), are provided. Aspects of embodiments of the methods include: (a) enhancing at least one symptom of the condition to be treated in a manner effective to cause the subject to mount a compensatory response; and (b) diminishing at least one symptom of the condition to be treated; so as to treat the subject for the condition. Also provided are compositions, kits and systems for practicing the subject methods.

Abstract: A system and method of monitoring sobriety using a hand-held breath testing device that, on receipt of a user's breath, generates a breath test signal comprising substance content data and user identification data, and wirelessly transmits the breath test signal to a breath test signal receiving station.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for mapping the location of a nerve. The apparatus includes at least one stimulation module, a stimulation detection module, a distance module, and a mapping module. The stimulation module stimulates a nerve with an electrical stimulation current from at least one stimulation electrode. A stimulation detection module detects a muscle reaction resulting from stimulation of the nerve by the at least one stimulation electrode. The distance module uses information from the at least one stimulation electrode and from the stimulation detection module to calculate a distance between the at least one stimulation electrode and the nerve. The mapping module maps a location on the nerve using at least two distances calculated by the distance module and position information of the at least one stimulation electrode for each of the at least two distances calculated.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for providing a health status of a cardiovascular system are provided. The apparatus includes a body oscillation measurer configured to measure body oscillation data, and a processor configured to estimate a health status of a cardiovascular system, based on the measured body oscillation data.

Abstract: A system and method for activity monitoring eyewear and head apparel can include collecting kinematic data from an activity monitoring system that is coupled to a user head region; generating a set of activity signals that comprises at least one head orientation signal that is at least partially generated from the kinematic data head orientation signal from the kinematic data; monitoring the set of activity signals for a response condition; and triggering an action response upon detection of the response condition.

Abstract: Various aspect of the present disclosure are directed toward apparatuses, systems, and methods that may include an introducer for facilitating placement of an implantable monitor. The introducer may include an indicator configured to indicate at least one of width, depth, and position for an arrangement of the implantable monitor relative to a patient.

Abstract: A hypertonicity measuring device comprises at least one wearable item. The hypertonicity measuring device comprises at least one communication pathway. The at least one communication pathway is configured to communicate with a processing device. The hypertonicity measuring device comprises a sensor array. The sensor array is disposed to the at least one wearable item. The sensor array comprises a plurality of capacitive pressure sensors. The sensor array is configured to communicate capacitive pressure sensor data to the processing device employing the at least one communication pathway. The plurality of capacitive pressure sensors comprises at least one structured dielectric. The hypertonicity measuring device comprises an inertial measurement unit. The inertial measurement unit is disposed to the at least one wearable item. The inertial measurement unit is configured to communicate motion data to the processing device employing the at least one communication pathway.

Abstract: Examples described herein include sensor devices for measuring a parameter of a user. The sensor devices may include a reusable portion (e.g., a sensor). The sensor devices may include one or more weakened portions that may fracture on removal of a portion of the sensor device from the user. Fracturing the weakened portions may expose the reusable portion (e.g., the sensor). Accordingly, the reusable portion may be more readily observed and collected for reuse.

Abstract: A neural probe structure, which is fixed to a nerve to acquire an electrical signal from the nerve or apply electrical stimulation to the nerve, includes a body which is bent to enclose at least a part of circumference of the nerve, and a probe which extends longitudinally from the body and passes through the nerve, wherein the probe has electrodes. A neural probe assembly includes the neural probe structure, wherein the probe passes through the nerve and the body encloses at least a part of circumference of the nerve, so that the neural probe structure is fixed to the nerve.

Abstract: The invention relates to an electrocardiograph sensor mat (100), the mat (100) comprising a multitude of electrodes (104) for acquiring cardiac signals and a plug (200), wherein the electrodes (104) are connected to the plug (200) by electric wires (102), wherein the wires (102) are segmented by switches (202), wherein the switches (202) are switchable between a closed state and an open state, wherein in the closed state the electrodes (104) are electrically connected to the plug (200) and wherein in the open state the electrodes (104) are electrically isolated from the plug (200).

Abstract: An apparatus and process for measuring the motion of internal joint structures during and for measuring the function of muscles involved with the motion of a joint of a subject are disclosed. The apparatus can be configured in three forms: a horizontal, vertical, or butterfly motion control device. Each configuration comprises a static member and a moving member, in which the moving member operates to move or be moved by the subject being studied. Also disclosed are processes for using each apparatus to measure of the relative motion of skeletal structures in a subject, in which the subject is positioned in the apparatus and commanded to move while diagnostic medical images are taken or captured. Additionally, processes for using each apparatus to specifically measure and collect data on the function of the subject's muscles are disclosed.

Abstract: A physiological parameter system has one or more parameter inputs responsive to one or more physiological sensors. The physiological parameter system may also have quality indicators relating to confidence in the parameter inputs. A processor is adapted to combine the parameter inputs, quality indicators and predetermined limits for the parameters inputs and quality indicators so as to generate alarm outputs or control outputs or both.

Abstract: A biosensor identifies a blood type using photoplethysmography (PPG) technology. A PPG circuit obtains a plurality of spectral responses at a plurality of wavelengths detected from skin of a user. A processing circuit determines a blood factor indicator using the plurality of spectral responses. The blood factor indicator may include a signal quality parameter or a ratio R value. A calibration database includes a correlation of the blood factor indicator to a plurality of blood types. The blood blood type of the user is identified using the blood factor indicator and the calibration database.

Abstract: Differences of electromagnetic (EM) properties between healthy and cancerous tissues allow detection of abnormal conditions occurring in a tissue of an animal, for example, intra-operative cancer detection. By using a time-varying EM field, electrical eddy currents are generated in the tissue sample, and assessed using phase-sensitive detection. In some aspects, a change in phase shift between the voltage in a receiver coil and the voltage in a driver coil provide a direct and immediate indication of differences in EM properties of specimens.

Abstract: A patient visualization system having a processor may be communicatively coupled to a pressure sensor device to periodically receive pressure sensor data. The processor may determine a body position according to the pressure sensor data, and associate sensor data to body areas of the subject according to the body position. The associated sensor data may include sensor data indicative of an absence of pressure sensor data associated with one or more of the number of body areas. The processor may track pressure experienced by the body areas of the subject over a period of time to determine a pressure to the body areas over the period of time.

Abstract: The present invention provides an X-ray imaging device including an X-ray emitter and an X-ray detector rotating while facing each other with an imaging subject interposed therebetween, a device controller controlling the X-ray imaging device such that a first X-ray imaging is performed with a first dose in a partial section of a rotation locus of the X-ray emitter and the X-ray detector and a second X-ray imaging is performed with a second dose lower than the first dose in a remaining section, and an image processor producing an X-ray image by receiving first and second X-ray image data of the first and the second X-ray imaging from the X-ray detector.

Abstract: A method is described for generating contrast medium-aided CT image data from an examination region of a patient. At least two sets of projection measurement data assigned to different X-ray energy spectra are acquired from the examination region. At least two different contrast media are present simultaneously during the acquisition in the examination region. Furthermore, at least two separate image datasets are reconstructed based upon the at least two sets of projection measurement data with the aid of a multi-material decomposition. Each of the at least two separate image datasets is assigned to one of the at least two contrast media and the materials according to which decomposition takes place are the respective contrast media. Additionally a method for analyzing morphological and/or functional parameters assigned to different contrast media in an examination region of a patient is described. Furthermore an image reconstruction device and a computed tomography system is described.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an X-ray diagnostic apparatus includes a holding device and processing circuitry. The holding device movably holds an X-ray generator and an X-ray detector. The processing circuitry generates an X-ray image of the subject, based on an output of the X-ray detector. The processing circuitry sets an interference judgment region between the holding device and an interference object, based on a landmark in the X-ray image. The processing circuitry controls movement of the holding device, based on the set interference judgment region.

Abstract: An x-ray breast imaging system comprising a compression paddle in which the compression paddle comprises a front wall and a bottom wall. The front wall is configured to be adjacent and face a chest wall of a patient during imaging and the bottom wall configured to be adjacent a length of a top of a compressed breast. The bottom wall extends away from the patient's chest wall, wherein the bottom wall comprises a first portion and a second portion such that the second portion is between the front wall and the first portion. The first portion is generally non-coplanar to the second portion, wherein the compression paddle is movable along a craniocaudal axis. The x-ray breast imaging system also comprises a non-rigid jacket releasably secured to the compression paddle, the non-rigid jacket positioned between the compression paddle and the patient.

Abstract: A method for operating a medical imaging apparatus includes acquiring an intensity distribution of an X-ray radiation by a first X-ray detector assigned to a first radiation source. A scattered radiation distribution of scattered radiation generated at the object is acquired by a second X-ray detector. A spatial distribution for the component of the scattered radiation is estimated based on the scattered radiation distribution acquired by the second X-ray detector. An intensity distribution of the component of the transmitted primary X-ray radiation is determined from the intensity distribution acquired by the first X-ray detector depending on the estimated spatial distribution.