Abstract: Disclosed embodiments describe techniques for physiological analysis. The physiological analysis is based on the use of a wearable sensor array. A plurality of sensors and conductors is coupled to a compression garment, where the compression garment has stretchable portions that stretch, e.g., in a single dimension. The garment can include a shirt, a sports bra, or a vest. Associated on-board electronics are mounted to at least one of the compression garment and the hub and electrically connected to the hub and generate a physiological profile, based on at least one output from each of the sensors. At least one aspect of the physiological profile is communicated to a processor configured to analyze the at least one aspect and generate an assessment based on the analysis.

Abstract: A soundbar for medical monitoring which may comprise a speaker, a sensor, and a hardware processor. The speaker can be configured to emit audio signals. The sensor can be configured to obtain sensor data relating to a physiology of a subject. The sensor can include a camera and the sensor data can include image data. The hardware processor can be configured to access the sensor data and determine a health status of the subject based on at least the sensor data.

Abstract: The method of determining systolic and diastolic blood pressure where the set of received data of each curve of the plethysmographic curve gained from the unit for monitoring the life functions in a shape of the ring and/or the earring is divided into individual segments that respond to one heartbeat of the measured subject and after processing there are selected and recalculated segments meeting the defined criteria. The unit for monitoring and measuring the life functions comprises a supporting construction in a shape of a ring (29) and/or an earring (39).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wearable apparatus for measuring blood pressure signal. The invention relates to the field of blood pressure measuring technology. The wearable apparatus for measuring blood pressure signal comprises an earphone body, an optical sensor and a processing module, wherein the optical sensor is arranged at the earphone body to obtain a multi-wavelength photoplethysmogram (PPG) signal at an ear; the wavelength of the PPG signal is related to the skin attribute of its location; the processing module is used for obtaining a physiological parameter according to the multi-wavelength PPG signal, the physiological parameter comprises a blood pressure signal. Placing the earphone body on the ear is convenient to a user without affecting normal activities of the user so as to perform a long-term monitoring of the user.

Abstract: An adapter includes a substantially rigid body having a distal portion, a proximal portion, a central opening formed at least in part by an inner wall of the body, and a longitudinal axis extending substantially centrally through the opening. The distal portion includes an annular ring having a top surface and a ridge disposed opposite the top surface, the ridge extending substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The distal. The adapter also includes a seal configured to form a substantially fluid-tight seal with a surface of a fitting removably attachable to the adapter.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for visually depicting a vessel and evaluating treatment options are disclosed.

Abstract: An auscultatory sphygmomanometer system includes a pressure sensing and working module and a cuff. The cuff has a tube connected with the pressure sensing and working module, a gasbag connected with the tube and inflated or deflated according to the working state of the pressure sensing and working module, an audio pickup probe disposed on the gasbag and using a lateral surface of the gasbag as an oscillation membrane, and a cuff body accommodating the gasbag. While the cuff body is wound around a testee's arm, the gasbag is positioned into a first surface neighboring the testee's arm and a second surface opposite thereto and far away from the testee's arm. The connection position where the tube is joined to the gasbag is on the second surface. The sounds picked up by the audio pickup probe are sued to determine the systolic pressure and the diastolic pressure.

Abstract: An intrapleural pressure regulating device that regulates the pressure in the intrapleural cavity and an operating method therefor are provided. The intrapleural pressure regulating device provides for removal of the foreign substances in the alveolar system and for supporting or replacing the functions of lungs and heart. With the intrapleural pressure regulating device, developed are a device regulating the pressure in the intrapleural cavity by pumping a fluid into the intrapleural cavity and withdrawing it from the intrapleural cavity, and an operating method for variable regulation of the pressure in the intrapleural cavity with said device.

Abstract: The disclosure discloses a multispectral imaging system and method for real time detection of breast cancer margin during a tumor resection surgery by combining terahertz and autofluorescence images. The system comprises terahertz and fluorescence modules in a housing having a sample holder to enable raster scan of the sample. The terahertz module has terahertz emitter antennas for generating terahertz radiation to the sample, and a terahertz detector to receive reflected terahertz signal from the sample. A fluorescence module with UV excitation LEDs induces fluorescence and a camera to receive emitted autofluorescence. A microcontroller connected to an electronic control unit is configured to display or to overlap and combine terahertz and autofluorescence images to determine breast cancer margin, via an AI module. The AI module is configured to perform classification of the feature set machine learning models to obtain classification with high with high sensitivity and specificity.

Abstract: In various embodiments, a medical device includes: a tissue sample-receiving surface; an electrode array that includes a first electrode and a second electrode that are positioned to contact a tissue sample disposed on the tissue sample-receiving surface; and an impedance bridge that is communicatively coupled to the electrode array.

Abstract: Techniques are described for detecting a specified substance in an examination object by way of a magnetic resonance apparatus. A controller ascertains a magnetic resonance sequence comprising at least one sub-sequence for detecting at least one substance to be detected in the examination object as a function of the at least one substance to be detected, and ascertains at least one measuring instant for capturing a respective MRT signal to detect the at least one substance to be detected in the examination object as a function of the at least one substance to be detected. The at least one MRT signal is evaluated for fulfillment of a predetermined detection condition, and a presence of the at least one substance to be detected is established when the at least one MRT signal fulfils the predetermined detection condition.

Abstract: Provided are a method and device for measuring a respiratory rate, an electronic device, and a readable medium, which belong to the technical field of respiratory rate monitoring. The method for measuring a respiratory rate includes: acquiring a PPG signal; performing a preprocess on the PPG signal; acquiring PPG interval data and a PPG interval variation valve according to a pretreated PPG signal, wherein the PPG interval variation value refers to a difference between two adjacent PPG intervals in the PPG interval data; when there is no the abnormal PPG interval variation value in PPG interval data, calculating the respiratory rate according to the PPG interval data; and when there is the abnormal PPG interval variation value in PPG interval data, correcting the PPG interval data, and calculating the respiratory rate according to corrected PPG interval data. Therefore, the accuracy of measurement of a PPG interval variation can be improved, thereby reducing a measurement error of the respiratory rate.

Abstract: Two biomarkers are provided for obstructive apnea. A first biomarker determines amplitude and timing of inspiratory efforts from a bioelectric signal. The respiratory rate is compared with a normal pre-detection rate, and the amplitude of the effort is compared with a normal amplitude. The obstructive apnea is likely present if a series of inspiratory efforts are above a normal amplitude and with increasing amplitude, but at a normal rate. A second biomarker determines heart rate and respiratory rate. A normal lower threshold for heartbeat interval is established, and if subthreshold events occur (short RR intervals), a commencement time for each sequence of subthreshold events is compared for a respiratory rate-normalized window. If the number of subthreshold events exceeds a minimum for the window, obstructive apnea is likely present.

Abstract: An internal estimation system is described. The system has a flexible tube having a first resonator, the flexible tube configured to advance into an anatomical lumen of a subject. A second resonator is configured to attach to a skin surface of the subject. The first and second resonator are resonantly coupled. A controller is connected to the first resonator and the second resonator. The controller is configured to estimate a distance between the first and second resonator based on an electrical signal parameter measured by the first resonator. A method for internal estimation and a multi-dimensional estimation system and method is also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a wearable inertial sensors (WIS) system and methods for real-time simultaneous tri-planar motion capture of the upper extremity (UE). The sensors simultaneously capture in the frontal, sagittal, and horizontal planes UE range of motion (ROM), which is critical to assess an individual's movement limitations and determine appropriate rehabilitative treatments. Off-the-shelf sensors and microcontrollers are used to develop the WIS system, which wirelessly streams real-time joint orientation for UE ROM measurement. Key developments include: (i) two novel approaches, using earth's gravity (EG approach) and magnetic field (EGM approach) as references, to correct misalignments in the orientation between the sensor and its housing to minimize measurement errors; (ii) implementation of the joint coordinate system (JCS)-based method for tri-planar ROM measurements for clinical use; and (iii) an in-situ guided mounting technique for accurate sensor placement and alignment on human body.

Abstract: Embodiments herein relate to ear-wearable devices and systems with features to track orthopedic issues and orthopedic procedure recovery. In an embodiment, an ear-wearable device is included having a control circuit, a microphone, and a sensor package. The ear-wearable device can be configured to receive an input regarding an occurrence of an orthopedic procedure, evaluate signals from the sensor package and/or the microphone, and determine a rehabilitative status of a device wearer with respect to the orthopedic procedure. Other embodiments are also included herein.

Abstract: A walking index calculation device that includes a waveform generation unit configured to generate a walking waveform by using sensor data regarding motion of a foot acquired by a sensor installed in footwear; a detection unit configured to detect a timing at which a clearance of a toe is minimized from the walking waveform; and a calculation unit configured to calculate a minimum value of the clearance of the toe by using a walking parameter at the timing at which the clearance of the toe is minimized.

Abstract: One or more radar sensors can be used to monitor patients in a variety of different environments and embodiments. In one embodiment, radar sensors can be used to monitor a patient's breathing, including monitoring of tidal volume, chest expansion distance, breathing rate, etc. In another embodiment, a patient position can be monitored in a patient bed, which can be used as feedback for control of bladders of a patient bed. Additional embodiments are described herein.

Abstract: A component measurement device for measuring a given component contained in a sample. The component measurement device includes an excitation light source to emit excitation light onto the optical medium portion, a probe light source to emit probe light onto the optical medium portion, an intensity modulation unit to perform intensity modulation on the excitation light emitted by the excitation light source based on stratum corneum information about stratum corneum of the sample to generate intensity-modulated excitation light and emit the generated intensity-modulated excitation light onto the optical medium portion, and a measurement unit to measure the given component based on a difference between the probe light emitted from the optical medium portion in a first state where the excitation light is emitted and the probe light emitted from the optical medium portion in a second state where the intensity-modulated excitation light is emitted.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a continuous blood glucose measurement apparatus which, by manufacturing a body-attachable unit in an assembled state inside an applicator, minimizes the additional work by a user for attaching the body-attachable unit to the body and thus enables the body-attachable unit to be attached to the body simply by means of operating the applicator, and, by providing a wireless communication chip on the body-attachable unit and enabling communication with an external terminal, can be used in a simple and convenient manner without the additional work of connecting a separate transmitter and enables easier maintenance and management, and, by having the operation of the body-attachable unit initiated by means of the user's manipulation after being attached to the body, enables the operation initiation point to be adjusted to an appropriate point as necessary by the user, enables an operation initiation in a stabilized state and thus enables more accurate blood glucose measurement.

Abstract: An analyte sensor apparatus for detecting an analyte in a target environment includes a plurality of electrodes and a controller. The plurality of electrodes may be configured to provide a plurality of electrode signals based on a target environment. The plurality of electrodes may include one or more working electrodes, a first reference electrode, and a second reference electrode. The one or more working electrodes may be configured to provide an analyte signal based on a presence of an analyte in the target environment. The first reference electrode may be configured to provide a first baseline signal of the target environment. The second reference electrode may include a different type of electrode than the first reference electrode. The second reference electrode may be configured to provide a second baseline signal of the target environment. The controller may be operatively coupled to the plurality of electrodes.

Abstract: A method and a device of measuring a tissue element, and a wearable apparatus. The method includes: obtaining, in response to a reproducibility of a controllable measurement condition being met, an output light intensity corresponding to exit light having at least one predetermined wavelength, where the output light intensity is acquired by a measurement probe, the measurement probe is provided on a device of measuring a tissue element, and the device of measuring a tissue element has a signal-to-noise ratio level for distinguishing an expected change in a concentration of a tissue element; and processing at least one output light intensity corresponding to the at least one predetermined wavelength based on an interference suppression method, so as to determine a concentration of a detected tissue element.

Abstract: An example method includes generating a signal correlated with blood perfusion or SpO2 of a subject at a location and orientation on a body of the subject; determining a signal quality and/or signal strength of the signal; and in dependence on the signal quality and/or signal strength, either indicating that at least one of the location or the orientation is acceptable for placement of a biosensor on the body of the subject or prompting the subject or other person to reposition the biosensor. The biosensor may be part of a chest sensor device that includes: an adhesive with a liner having pull tabs for easy removal when the chest sensor device is positioned at a desired location; a finger grip to facilitate removal of the chest sensor device from the subject after a period of use; and/or wraparound fingers to secure the chest sensor device to the adhesive.

Abstract: An active-pulse blood analysis system has an optical sensor that illuminates a tissue site with multiple wavelengths of optical radiation and outputs sensor signals responsive to the optical radiation after attenuation by pulsatile blood flow within the tissue site. A monitor communicates with the sensor signals and is responsive to arterial pulses within a first bandwidth and active pulses within a second bandwidth so as to generate arterial pulse ratios and active pulse ratios according to the wavelengths. An arterial calibration curve relates the arterial pulse ratios to a first arterial oxygen saturation value and an active pulse calibration curve relates the active pulse ratios to a second arterial oxygen saturation value. Decision logic outputs one of the first and second arterial oxygen saturation values based upon perfusion and signal quality.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to an analyte sensor comprising a substrate, at least one working electrode, at least one second electrode and a membrane, wherein the membrane is located on top of the second electrode, and the second electrode has at least one first silver layer and at least one second silver layer which at least partially overlap with one another and have different compositions. The sensor includes at least one exposed area of the first silver layer disposed on the exterior of the sensor to provide for direct contact with body fluid when implanted. The disclosure further relates to a process for manufacturing an analyte sensor.

Abstract: Blood sample optimization systems and methods are described that reduce or eliminate contaminates in collected blood samples, which in turn reduces or eliminates false positive readings in blood cultures or other testing of collected blood samples. A blood sample optimization system can include a blood sequestration device located between a patient needle and a sample needle. The blood sequestration device can include a sequestration chamber for sequestering an initial, potentially contaminated aliquot of blood, and may further include a sampling channel that bypasses the sequestration chamber to convey likely uncontaminated blood between the patient needle and the sample needle after the initial aliquot of blood is sequestered in the sequestration chamber.

Abstract: The described technology is generally directed towards emotion detection and translation for electronic communications. An emotional state of a first communication participant can be detected, e.g., through face recognition, biometric information, and/or communication content analysis. The emotional state can be encoded in metadata that can accompany the communication content. The metadata can be translated into one or more embellishments that represent the emotional state, and the embellishments can be inserted into the communication content. The embellished communication content can then be delivered to a second communication participant.

Abstract: A communication apparatus includes a processing unit, a judgement unit, and a communication unit. The processing unit generates state information indicating a state of a target person by processing an image in which the target person is captured. The judgement unit performs, by using the state information, at least one of processing of determining first information needed to be transmitted to a first terminal and processing of deciding whether to transmit the first information to the first terminal. The first terminal is associated with the target person, and is operated by a different person from the target person. The communication unit transmits the first information to the first terminal. The communication apparatus can also support decision-making on how to respond to the target person.

Abstract: An awakening effort motion estimation device includes processing circuitry configured to acquire a captured image obtained by imaging an occupant's face in a vehicle; detect, on a basis of the captured image having been acquired, two reference points for estimating a motion of the occupant's mouth, the two reference points including one point on a mask worn by the occupant, and the other point being a point based on a feature point of the occupant's face or a point different from the one point on the mask in the captured image; calculate a reference point distance between the detected two reference points; and estimate whether or not the occupant is performing an awakening effort motion by moving his or her mouth depending on whether or not the calculated reference point distance satisfies an awakening effort estimating condition.

Abstract: A system for positioning and maintaining a position of a reference sensor around a magnetoencephalography helmet. The system includes an arch comprising at least one fixing branch for fixing the arch to an MEG helmet, a support plate on which the branch is fixed, a sensor support post fixed to the support plate of the arch; and a locking component for fixing the reference sensor to the post in at least one position defining the position with respect to an MEG helmet.

Abstract: An OPM sensor fastening system includes a support socket for positioning the sensor, the support socket having a base and a housing for accommodating a portion of the OPM sensor, and a locking part for locking the sensor in the support socket, the locking part having an open base suitable for accommodating the base of the socket, a housing for accommodating a portion of the OPM sensor, and a removable partition suitable for letting the OPM sensor pass. The locking part is configured to press-fittingly cooperate with the support socket so as to blockingly wedge the OPM sensor in the longitudinal position relative to the socket.

Abstract: In an embodiment, the present disclosure pertains to an electrode having a first layer and a second layer. In some embodiments, the first layer includes a conductive polymer. In some embodiments, the second layer is positioned above the first layer. In some embodiments, the second layer includes an inorganic material that forms a conductive network on the first layer. In an additional embodiment, the present disclosure pertains to a method of making an electrode. In general, the method providing a mold with a desired indented pattern, pouring a solution including a conductive polymer into the indented pattern to form a first layer, and pouring a solution including an inorganic material onto the first layer to form a second layer. In some embodiments, the inorganic material forms a conductive network on the first layer.

Abstract: A biological information measurement device adapted to be attached on an upper arm of a human body and used thereon includes a belt portion adapted to be wound around the upper arm, electrocardiographic measurement means including a plurality of electrodes for detecting an electrocardiographic signal of the human body, pulse wave measurement means including a pulse wave sensor for detecting a pulse wave of the human body, heartbeat vibration measurement means including a vibration sensor for detecting vibration caused by beating of a heart of the human body, and an analysis processing unit configured to calculate a pre-ejection time and a pulse transit time of the heart based on time series data of the electrocardiographic signal, time series data of the pulse wave, and time series data of the vibration caused by the beating of the heart.

Abstract: A wearable cardioverter defibrillator (WCD) including a support structure configured to be worn by an ambulatory patient, an energy storage module configured to store an electrical charge, a discharge circuit coupled to the energy storage module, electrodes configured to render an electrocardiogram (ECG) signal of the patient while the patient is wearing the support structure, a user interface configured to output an alarm in response to a noise alarm signal, and a processor. The processor is configured to receive the ECG signal, determine whether noise is present on the ECG signal, determine from the ECG signal whether a shock criterion is met, and cause the user interface to generate the noise alarm signal when the noise is present on the ECG signal and the shock criterion is met and not generate the noise alarm signal when noise is present on the ECG signal and the shock criterion is not met.

Abstract: A system and a method are disclosed for AFib detection using ECG signals generated from monitored PPG signals. A method includes receiving PPG signals of a user measured by a PPG sensor; translating the measured PPG signals into ECG signals using a dynamic model; analyzing the translated ECG signals using an AFib detection model, which is trained on measured ECG signals for AFib detection; and providing the analyzed AFib detection results to the user.

Abstract: A device may include an electrocardiogram (ECG) signal input configured to receive ECG signals of a patient. A device may include an ECG analysis system, in communication with the ECG signal input, configured to receive patient ECG signals, analyse the patient ECG signals to generate an ECG refibrillation indicator representing a likelihood of refibrillation of the patient and use the ECG refibrillation indicator to choose treatment for the patient.

Abstract: An electrocardiogram analyzing apparatus has: an acquiring section acquiring a plurality of electrocardiogram waveforms; a classifying section classifying the plurality of electrocardiogram waveforms into a plurality of groups on a basis of shape similarity; an accepting section accepting a reference position of a predetermined type of wave designated on a representative waveform corresponding to at least one electrocardiogram waveform belonging to a selection group selected from the plurality of groups; and an analyzing section identifying correspondence between a plurality of positions, along a time axis, on the representative waveform of a group to which a subject-of-analysis electrocardiogram waveform belongs, and a plurality of positions on the subject-of-analysis electrocardiogram waveform along a time axis, and decides, as a position of the predetermined type of wave included in the subject-of-analysis electrocardiogram waveform, a position on the subject-of-analysis electrocardiogram waveform correspo

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a method for characterizing activation of an anatomical tissue subjected to contraction, aiming at providing a characterization of the contraction itself in a quantitative manner which is accurate and repeatable. The invention proposes an analysis of the activation of the anatomical structure based on instantaneous spectral contents of an activity signal from which an identification of peaks of dominant frequency characterizing the contraction throughout the anatomical tissue results. An evolution of a spatial distribution of peaks of dominant frequency throughout the anatomical tissue over time can also be monitored. The disclosure finds particular advantageous applications in provision of a mapping of activation of the anatomical tissue in order to identify a possible dysfunction, such as an arrhythmia in a cardiac tissue.

Abstract: A symptom determination apparatus according to the present embodiment includes an EEG feature detection section and a symptom determination section. The EEG feature detection section detects one or a plurality of frequency components of an EEG signal in a certain brain area of a subject. The symptom determination section determines a depressive symptom in the subject based on the intensity of the one or plurality of frequency components of the EEG signal detected by the EEG feature detection section.

Abstract: Provided is a method for locating an epilepsy seizure onset zone and prediction of seizure outcome including receiving interictal electroencephalographs from two or more points in a patient's cerebral cortex. The interictal electroencephalographs are used to determine directional information flow values which indicate dominant information flow from a non-seizure zone to a seizure onset zone. The directional informational flow values may be input into a classification model trained to predict whether the two or more points in the patient's cerebral cortex are a seizure onset zone and/or classify the patient's predicted post-treatment seizure outcome after epilepsy treatment based on the directional information flow values. An output from the classification model may indicate a location of seizure onset zone in the patient's cerebral cortex and/or the patient's predicted post-treatment seizure outcome after epilepsy treatment. Systems and computer program products are also provided.

Abstract: Some disclosed techniques relate to extracting one or more features based on an average evoked response and generating a result that identifies: a predicted degree of inflammation; a predicted degree of myelination; a predicted degree of demyelination; or a predicted degree to which a symptom or disease of the subject would be effectively treated by a remyelination therapy. Some disclosed techniques relate to accessing evoked compound action potentials, mapping the evoked potentials to a functional system; generating an average evoked response; extracting one or more features from the average evoked response; and generating a functional-system impairment metric associated with the functional system based on the one or more features, where the functional-system impairment metric indicates whether or an extent to which the functional system of the subject is impaired.

Abstract: The technology involves scaffold structures used for in-ear sensor systems. Such systems that can perform biometric signal detection or act as a human-computer interface. Scaffolding arrangements minimize the amount of material placed in the ear while providing a secure fitting device that can be worn for hours, days or longer in order to provide maximal benefit to the wearer. The scaffolding includes a “C”-shaped arcuate curvature for at least part of the housing. This configuration can act as a natural leaf spring to help maintain the housing in contact with different points along the ear. Sensors are located along various points of the scaffolding for use in different diagnostic situations. Different components of an on-board sensor input and processing system can be distributed along different parts of the scaffolding. Such structures beneficially minimize ambient sound occlusion and avoid the need of an exterior strap or clip worn around the ear.

Abstract: The present invention is related to allergy detection and more specifically to methods and systems for detecting and optionally measuring at least one dimension of one or more protuberances, for example one or more papules, of an area of a skin surface that correspond to a positive reaction for detecting allergies.

Abstract: A system for monitoring sepsis in a healthcare facility. The system calculates sepsis scores for a patient using physiological parameter data captured by one or more sensors. The system generates a sepsis score trend based on the sepsis scores, and generates a predicted sepsis trend based on the sepsis scores and a treatment administered to the patient. The system displays the predicted sepsis trend over the sepsis score trend. The system can further display a summary including a sepsis status and a treatment status for a plurality of patients in the healthcare facility.

Abstract: This disclosure provides a method for imaging lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels without a contrast agent. The method includes providing, using an optical source, an infrared illumination to a region of a subject having at least one lymphatic component, detecting a reflected portion of the infrared illumination directly reflected from the region using a sensor positioned thereabout, and generating at least one image indicative of the at least one lymphatic component in the subject using the reflected portion of the infrared illumination.

Abstract: The present disclosure is associated with monitoring health of a patient. An example photoacoustic monitoring device includes a light-guiding component to guide light energy toward tissue to cause the light energy to be absorbed by the tissue; an ultrasound transmission component to transmit acoustic energy toward the tissue to cause a biological response from the tissue; and a sensing component to perform one or more of ultrasound or photoacoustic imaging to sense the biological response from the tissue and permit a status of the tissue to be determined. In some implementations, the biological response is sensed based on the light energy absorbed by the tissue during the biological response caused by the acoustic energy transmitted toward the tissue.

Abstract: An index value estimation device including a data acquisition unit that acquires feature amount data including a feature amount extracted from sensor data related to a motion of a foot of a user and used for estimating an index value indicating a knee state of the user, a storage unit that stores an estimation model that outputs an index value according to an input of the feature amount data, an estimation unit that estimates an output obtained by inputting the acquired feature amount data to the estimation model as an index value indicating the knee state of the user, and an output unit that outputs information about the estimated index value indicating the knee state of the user.

Abstract: A system and method electronically manages sleep related data obtained by a diagnostic device. The system and method may include collecting sleep data from a patient using a diagnostic device. The sleep data may be stored in a sleep data file and delineated as multiple sleep sessions. A user may access the stored sleep data by selecting a particular sleep session. The sleep data for the selected sleep session may then be extracted from the sleep data file and presented to the user as a combination of image tiles, JavaScript elements, and an event indicator.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an evaluation device 4 for evaluating the severity of pneumonia in a target patient, comprising: an acquisition unit 42 for acquiring a respiratory waveform of the target patient; a calculation unit 43 for calculating a value of an index indicating instability of a respiratory cycle or a respiratory frequency from the respiratory waveform; and an evaluation unit 44 for evaluating the severity based on the calculated value.

Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, systems, and implementations for inductive heating of a foreign metallic implant are disclosed. A foreign metallic implant may be heated via AMF pulses to ensure that the surface of the foreign metallic implant heats in a uniform manner. As the surface temperature of the foreign metallic implant rises, acoustic signatures may be detected by acoustic sensors that may indicate that tissue may be heating to an undesirable level approaching a boiling point. Once these acoustic signatures are detected, the AMF pulses may be shut off for a time period to allow the surface temperature of the implant to cool before applying additional AMF pulses. In this manner, the surface temperature of a foreign metallic implant may be uniformly heated to a temperature adequate to treat bacterial biofilm buildup on the surface of the foreign metallic implant without damaging surrounding tissue.