Abstract: Embodiments can relate to a system for automatically detecting sensor compression in continuous glucose monitoring including at least one sensor and at least one processor in communication with the at least one sensor, the at least one processor executing at least two machine learning models, wherein the at least one processor is programmed or configured to cause the processor to receive, from the at least one sensor, measurement data including at least one time series of blood glucose (BG) measurements measured by the at least one sensor, determine that the at least one time series of BG measurements is a candidate series including a compression artifact using a first machine learning model, and generate, using a second machine learning model, a signal output indicating that the at least one time series of BG measurements was obtained while the at least one sensor was subject to compression.

Abstract: A medicament delivery device is presented having a mechanically flexible medicament container structure contained in a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, a hinge structure having two hinge arms, the hinge structure being arranged in the housing and configured to receive a portion of the medicament container structure between the two hinge arms, and a hollow drive member biased towards the proximal end and arranged distally relative to the hinge arms in the housing the drive member having an inner diameter which is smaller than a radial dimension of the hinge arms, wherein the drive member is configured to be released from a first axial position during a medicament delivery operation and move towards the proximal end of the housing, causing the drive member to move radially over the hinge arms which thereby move radially inwards towards each other to mechanically deform the portion of the medicament container structure for expulsion of medicament.

Abstract: The application describes syringe carriers for medicament delivery devices such as autoinjectors. In particular, a medicament delivery device sub-assembly is described. The medicament delivery device sub-assembly has a housing extending along a longitudinal axis from a proximal end to a distal end, the housing has a tubular section with an internal surface facing towards the axis and an external surface facing away from the axis, wherein the housing has an aperture extending through the tubular section from the internal surface to the external surface; and a housing cover assembly attached in the aperture of the housing, the housing cover assembly being configured to secure a syringe in place relative to the housing.

Abstract: A medicament delivery device is presented for expelling medicament from a mechanically flexible medicament container where the delivery device has a housing having a proximal housing end, a distal housing end, and a central channel extending through the proximal housing end and towards the distal housing end, the central channel being configured to receive the medicament container, wherein the housing has an inner surface provided with a first axial channel and a second axial channel arranged on opposite sides of the central channel, a drive member arranged to move linearly towards the proximal end of the housing, a plurality of first segments arranged one after the other in the first axial channel, and a plurality of second segments arranged one after the other in the second axial channel, wherein the drive member has a first leg and a second leg are configured to move.

Abstract: A sprayer includes a barrel, a finger grip, a gasket, a rod, and a plunger slidably attached to the rod and capable of contacting the rod and pressing the rod toward a distal side. The plunger includes a contact member which is brought into contact with the finger grip, and a first pressing surface provided at a proximal end thereof. The rod includes a second pressing surface provided at a proximal end thereof. The contact member is brought into contact with the finger grip to restrict the movement of the plunger toward the distal side with the gasket positioned between a distal end and a proximal end of the barrel.

Abstract: Medicament delivery system and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A method of treatment may include providing a syringe having medicinal fluid therein for administering to a patient and coupling an attachment portion of an extrusion accessory having a handle and a pawl to a flange portion of the syringe. The pawl may have first and second ends, and be hingedly and rotatably coupled relative to the handle at a first position at the first end and at a second position between the first and second ends. The method may further include applying a force to translate the handle in a direction substantially perpendicular relative to a longitudinal axis of the syringe to cause axial movement of the second end of the pawl. The second end of the pawl may be engaged with a plunger of the syringe and axial movement of the second end of the pawl may drive the plunger forward to extrude the medicinal fluid from the syringe.

Abstract: A needle-based device includes a needle-shield that encompasses an entirety of a length of a needle protruding from a body associated with the needle-based device or a needle mount coupled to the body, and an external cap that completely encompasses the needle shield in the first state of disuse of the needle-based device. The needle-based device also includes a guide element protruding inward from an end of the external cap farthest away from the body or the needle mount. The guide element is internal to the external cap, parallel to a length of the external cap and extends through the needle shield such that, in the state of disuse, the guide element at least partially envelops the needle therewithin to prevent significant lateral movement of the needle and prevents the end of the external cap from touching the needle.

Abstract: A syringe includes a barrel having a proximal end, a distal end having a distal tip defining a channel, and a sidewall extending between the proximal end and the distal end. The syringe also includes a tip cap removably connected to the distal tip of the barrel restricting fluid flow from the channel. The tip cap includes a connector configured to receive the distal tip of the barrel forming a friction engagement with the distal tip, a cap shield connected to and extending about the connector, and a release tab extending proximally from the cap shield that secures the tip cap to the barrel. A prefilled flushing syringe including a predetermined volume of a fluid disposed within the barred of the syringe, as well as methods for expulsion of fluid from the syringe and of assembling the syringe and tip cap are also disclosed herein.

Abstract: The safety device includes a tubular body configured to receive a barrel, a head arrangement configured to abut against the flange and to lock into a flange, at least two actuation arms connecting the tubular body and the head arrangement, said actuation arms having a proximal link connected to the head arrangement by a proximal hinge and a distal link connected to the tubular body by a distal hinge. The proximal link and the distal link are connected by an intermediate hinge. The actuation arm is movable between a collapsed position in which the tubular body is maintained in a position proximally close to the flange uncovering the needle and an extended position in which the tubular body is maintained in a position distally distant from the head arrangement shielding the needle; a locking means for maintaining the actuation arms in a collapsed position and a locking means for maintaining the actuation arms in an extended position.

Abstract: A system for measuring injection of a liquid medicine includes a syringe body having proximal and distal ends, a syringe interior, and a syringe flange at the proximal end thereof. The system also includes a stopper member disposed in the syringe interior. The system further includes a plunger member coupled to the stopper member and configured to be manipulated to insert the stopper member distally in the syringe interior relative to the syringe body. Moreover, the system includes a needle coupled to the syringe body at the distal end thereof. In addition, the system includes a sensor flange removably coupled to a syringe body. The sensor flange includes a sensor to measure an injection characteristic and a processor to analyze the injection characteristic to determine an occurrence of an injection event.

Abstract: A surgical needle safety device and method of use is provided. In an embodiment, the safety device is configured for protecting a user and/or patient from injury and/or contamination while handling a surgical needle. The surgical needle safety device includes a needle engagement feature for selective engagement with a needle or other sharp object to fixedly and/or safely retain such needle or other sharp object. The surgical needle safety device comprises a closing mechanism configured for holding the device in a closed configuration with the needle or other sharp object held in a fixed, safe position. In an embodiment, the closing mechanism is spring-loaded to hold the safety device in a closed configuration. In an exemplary embodiment, a user can selectively counteract the spring biasing force to put the device into an open configuration and release the needle or other sharp object.

Abstract: The safety device includes a tubular body extending along a longitudinal axis (A), the tubular body being configured to receive the barrel, an annular head configured to abut against the flange; one actuation arm connecting the tubular body and the annular head, the actuation arm being movable by a user between a collapsed position in which the tubular body is maintained by the actuation arm in a position proximally close to the flange uncovering the needle and an extended position in which the tubular body is maintained in a position distally distant from the flange shielding the needle; one finger resting arrangement connected to the annular head; a locking means for maintaining the actuation arm in a collapsed position and a locking means for maintaining the actuation arm in an extended position.

Abstract: The safety device includes a tubular body configured to receive a barrel, a head arrangement configured to abut against the flange and to lock into a flange, at least two actuation arms connecting the tubular body and the head arrangement, said actuation arms having a proximal link connected to the head arrangement by a proximal hinge and a distal link connected to the tubular body by a distal hinge, the proximal link and the distal link being connected by an intermediate hinge, the actuation arm being movable between a collapsed position in which the tubular body is maintained in a position proximally close to the flange uncovering the needle and an extended position in which the tubular body is maintained in a position distally distant from the head arrangement shielding the needle; a locking means for maintaining the actuation arms in a collapsed position and a biasing member for maintaining the actuation arms in an extended position.

Abstract: The syringe assembly for use in medication delivery includes a syringe barrel having a needle at a distal end of the barrel; a tubular body defining an enclosure, said barrel extending at least partially within said enclosure; a safety shield for the needle, longitudinally movable with respect to the tubular body between a retracted position and an activated position; a spring urging said safety shield towards said activated position; a first locking mechanism for locking the safety shield in the retracted position, wherein the first locking mechanism is manually releasable by a user so as to let the safety shield reach the activated position.

Abstract: An auto-injector comprising: a housing for receiving a syringe having a barrel containing a medicament, a plunger and a needle; a plunger driver configured to act on the syringe plunger to move the syringe plunger through the housing during a needle insertion phase and an injection phase; a safety shroud; and a plunger driver latch coupled to said safety shroud and moveable between first and second positions and configured to: while in the first position before the needle insertion phase, latch the plunger driver at a pre-insertion position in the housing, move to the second position as a result of pressure applied to the safety shroud, to unlatch the plunger driver from the pre-insertion position and allow forward movement of the plunger driver to a post-insertion and injection position in the housing and latch the plunger driver at the post-insertion and injection position, and return to the first position upon removal or reduction of pressure on the safety shroud, to unlatch the plunger driver from the pos

Abstract: Vascular access systems and methods are provided for ultrasound monitoring and integrated sensor array. A vascular access system can include a vascular access device, an ultrasound assembly, a securement dressing, a base unit, and one or more monitoring devices. The ultrasound assembly can include an ultrasound probe that can be positioned overtop a catheter that is inserted into a patient's vasculature and can be configured to allow one or more sensors to be integrated. Images from the ultrasound probe and readings from the one or more sensors can be processed to generate parameters representing status, events, or other information about the catheter. Display content including the images and the parameters can be provided to the monitoring devices.

Abstract: Vascular access systems and methods are provided for ultrasound monitoring. A vascular access system can include a vascular access device, an ultrasound assembly, a securement dressing, a base unit, and one or more monitoring devices. The ultrasound assembly can include an ultrasound probe that can be positioned overtop a catheter that is inserted into a patient's vasculature. Images from the ultrasound probe can be processed to generate parameters representing status, events, or other information about the catheter. Display content including the images and the parameters can be provided to the monitoring devices.

Abstract: A vascular puncture device punctures a blood vessel using an imaging unit that comes into contact with a skin surface and acquires a cross-sectional image of a human body, an inner needle including a sharp needle tip, a flexible outer tube covering the inner needle, a drive unit moving the inner needle and the outer tube, and a detection unit detecting puncture of the needle tip with respect to a blood vessel back wall, and includes a control unit capable of receiving information on the cross-sectional image, controlling an operation of the drive unit, and receiving a detection result from the detection unit. The control unit controls the drive unit to move the inner needle and the outer tube to puncture the blood vessel with the inner needle, and controls the drive unit to stop the puncture with the inner needle.

Abstract: A vascular puncture assist device includes a property acquisition unit that acquires a property of a blood vessel; and a control unit that detects a state of hardness of a blood vessel from the property of the blood vessel acquired by the property acquisition unit, and determines availability of puncture and a puncture position or direction based on the detected state of hardness of the blood vessel. The vascular puncture assist device further includes a probe including an imaging unit that acquires a cross-sectional image of a human body, and the control unit detects a state of calcification of a blood vessel from the acquired cross-sectional image using the imaging unit as a property acquisition unit.

Abstract: A method of controlling injection of a drug includes receiving a captured medical image of an object, identifying an object of interest from the medical image, based on a position and a shape of the object of interest, determining a drug injection position, based on the position and the shape of the object of interest, determining a plurality of electrode insertion positions, the plurality of electrodes being configured to supply a current to move the drug, defining a drug movement path based on a shape of the identified object of interest, generating current sequence information to move the drug along the drug movement path, the current sequence information defining a current applied over time to each of the plurality of electrodes, and outputting the current sequence information to a current source apparatus.

Abstract: Provided herein is a syringe including a syringe barrel having a barrel proximal end and a barrel distal end and defining a chamber configured for containing a fluid therein. The syringe also includes a plunger axially movable within the chamber of the syringe barrel, the plunger having a plunger proximal end and a plunger distal end. The syringe further includes a stopper secured to the plunger distal end, the stopper axially movable with the plunger within the chamber, with the stopper having an attachment member configured to couple to the plunger distal end and a cup member extending out distally from the attachment member, the cup member having a concave shape.

Abstract: One variation of a method for video conferencing includes, during a setup period: accessing a test video feed; and generating a face model, representing facial characteristics of a first user depicted in the test video feed, based on features detected in the test video feed. The method also includes, during an operating period: accessing a video feed; representing constellations of facial landmarks, detected in frames in the video feed, in a feed of facial landmark containers; representing sets of facial muscle actions, detected in frames in the video feed, in a feed of facial expression containers; and transforming the feed of facial landmark containers, the feed of facial expression containers, and the face model into a feed of synthetic face images according to the synthetic face generator.

Abstract: Proposed is an aerosol drug supply apparatus for a respirator. The aerosol drug supply apparatus includes an air purifier (1) configured to discharge first air, an inhaled air sensor (10) configured to sense the first air and to generate a sensing signal, a heating and humidifying apparatus (3) configured to generate and discharge second air by adjusting a temperature and a humidity of the first air, a drug fine particle generator (30) configured to be operated only when the sensing signal is input and to spray a drug in a fine particle state to the second air, a Y-tube (5) having one side connected to the T-tube (20) and having another side connected to a mask or a mouthpiece; and a return tube (6) having one side connected to the Y-tube (5) and having another side connected to the air purifier (1), thereby allowing exhaled air to flow therethrough.

Abstract: A method of packaging at least one dry powder medicament may include assembling a first plurality of medicament cavities in a first row and assembling a second plurality of medicament cavities in a second row. The second row may be arranged parallel to and spaced apart from the first row. Each medicament cavity of the first plurality of medicament cavities in the first row and a corresponding medicament cavity of the second plurality of medicament cavities in the second row may form a pair of medicament cavities. The method may further include depositing dry powder medicament into at least one medicament cavity of at least one of the first plurality of medicament cavities and the second plurality of medicament cavities. The method may also include sealing each pair of medicament cavities with a respective removable sealing element.

Abstract: A system may include a mobile application residing on an external device and an inhalation device. The inhalation device may include a mouthpiece, a mouthpiece cover, medicament, and an electronics module comprising a processor. The inhalation device may be configured to both prepare a dose of medicament for delivery to a user and cause the processor to transition between power states when the mouthpiece cover is moved from a closed position to an open position to expose the mouthpiece. The electronics module or the mobile application may be configured to generate usage events based on usage of the inhalation device by the user. The electronics module may also include a pressure sensor, and the electronics module or the mobile application may be configured to determine whether a usage event is a good inhalation event, a fair inhalation event, or a no inhalation event based on feedback from the pressure sensor.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to nicotine powder inhalers where the nicotine powder is delivered at air flow rates that mimic a smoking regime.

Abstract: Dispensing head for dispensing a fluid or powder product into the nose, having an axial end portion provided with a dispensing opening, the axial end portion of the head being intended to be inserted into a nostril during actuation, the head having a tip suitable for bearing on the nostril entrance during actuation so as to define the depth to which the head is inserted into the nostril, the tip being axially movable on the head between at least two use positions axially offset from each other.

Abstract: There is described a ventilator for providing breathable air to a patient. The ventilator includes an airbag defining a longitudinal axis, having a first end, a second end, and a foldable wall extending from the first end to the second end, and being movable from a decompressed state to a compressed state by moving the first end along the longitudinal axis relative to the second end. The wall has fold lines formed therein such that, during movement of the airbag from the decompressed state to the compressed state, the wall is folded along the fold lines. The fold lines define at least one polygonal surface portion of the wall. The ventilator further includes an actuator for driving compression and decompression of the airbag, and a controller for controlling the actuator.

Abstract: A patient ventilation system comprising a BVM that is operable in both a manual operating mode and an autonomous operating mode. In the manual operating mode the user operates the BVM manually. Sensors collect data from which performance metrics are calculated and displayed to the user. The displayed metrics (e.g., airway pressure, tidal volume delivered, ventilation rate, and gas concentrations) provide responders with performance feedback allowing them to correct inadequate ventilation. Once the user is satisfied with their performance, they can then enable automated ventilation to provide consistent ventilation to the patient. The controller recognizes the user's technique and with the press of a button, the control system of the DIVA mirrors the performance of the user without requiring separate manual entry of target breathing parameters.

Abstract: A method for determining a degree of degradation of a user interface worn by an individual during one or more uses of a respiratory therapy system includes receiving data associated with the user interface. The method further includes determining, based at least in part on the received data, a value of at least one degradation indicator associated with the user interface. The method further includes determining the degree of degradation of the user interface based at least in part on the value of the at least one degradation indicator.

Abstract: A control system is provided for a humidification unit configured to humidify a breathing gas stream such that a predetermined water content is achieved. The control system includes a thermal anemometer arranged downstream of the humidification unit, and further includes a processor unit. The processor unit is configured to receive a measurement signal from the thermal anemometer and determine therefrom a downstream fluid velocity, receive information about an expected fluid velocity corresponding to the predetermined water content, perform a comparison as to whether there is a discrepancy between the downstream fluid velocity and the expected fluid velocity, and generate a control output indicative of a comparison result. A process generates a control output using the control system.

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed related to determining whether there is a proper fit between a user interface and a face of a user. The methods and systems involve generating seal information associated with a seal region between a face of a user and a current user interface donned on the face of the user. The methods and systems are further related to analyzing the seal information to determine whether a leak exists in the seal region. If the leak exists, the systems and methods include analyzing the seal information to determine a location of the leak within the seal region. The systems and methods further include determining a new user interface to replace the current user interface based on the current user interface and the location of the leak.

Abstract: A support for an endotracheal tube includes a base. The base having a height when resting on a chest of the patient greater than the height of the mouth of the patient from a plane extending from their chest when lying on their back. A first member extends from the base in a direction away from the base. A second member spaced from the first member extends from the base in the direction away from the base. A gap adapted to receive the endotracheal tube therein is formed along the base between the first member and the second member.

Abstract: A closed system suction catheter (3) is connected with a tracheal tube (1) by means of a Y-shape connector (2) having one port (202) connected with the tracheal tube, a second port (203) connected with a breathing tube (200) and a third port (204) connected with the closed system suction catheter. The third port of the connector includes a normally-closed flap valve (320) that is opened by insertion of the patient end fitting (306) of the closed system suction catheter and closes when the suction catheter is removed from the connector so that ventilation pressure is maintained and contamination is prevented.

Abstract: Described herein are apparatuses for guiding intubation procedures, and methods of intubating a patient using them. The methods and apparatuses described herein provide systems that may be rapidly and safely deployed to safely and rapidly target and deliver intubation. For example, any of these systems may include an endotube introducer having an elongate body and a bend region, a camera at a distal end region, and a bend control that is configured to alter the bend of the bend region. The endotube introducer may be pre-loaded with an intubation tube within a channel or lumen of the insertion endoscope. Also described herein are methods of using these apparatuses to rapidly and safely position and secure an endotracheal tube within a patient's trachea.

Abstract: A system for reducing airway obstructions of a patient may include a ventilator, a control unit, a gas delivery circuit with a proximal end in fluid communication with the ventilator and a distal end in fluid communication with a nasal interface, and a nasal interface. The nasal interface may include at least one jet nozzle, and at least one spontaneous respiration sensor in communication with the control unit for detecting a respiration effort pattern and a need for supporting airway patency. The system may be open to ambient. The control unit may determine more than one gas output velocities. The more than one gas output velocities may be synchronized with different parts of a spontaneous breath effort cycle, and a gas output velocity may be determined by a need for supporting airway patency.

Abstract: A nasal cannula for use in a system for providing a flow of respiratory gases to a user is described. The nasal cannula comprises a body made from a pliable material. The body has an inlet and at least one nasal prong fluidly connected to the inlet. In use a conduit providing a flow of gases to the cannula is connected to the inlet, and the nasal prong is inserted into a user's nostril. The cannula is arranged to direct the flow of gases from the nasal prong towards the front wall of the user's nasal passage within the user's nose.

Abstract: A treatment system includes a first interface having a first side that includes an adhesive and a second side that includes a first magnet. The first interface is configured to attach to skin of a patient such that the first magnet does not contact the skin. The system also includes a second interface that includes a medical device and a second magnet mounted to the medical device. The second magnet is configured to attach to the first magnet such that the medical device is secured to the patient.

Abstract: FIGS. 1-16D & 66A-92D disclose a large variety of methods of forming the headgear for use in combination with a breathing apparatus including a unitary plastic core within textile casings. In some configurations, the plastic core material penetrates or bursts-through the textile casing of the straps. Some configurations include over moulding, alignment posts, T-joints and joint housings with injection aperture. FIGS. 17-65 & 93A-94C disclose a large variety of different headgear arrangements including top strap, front strap, rear strap and pairs of straps extending from the mask above and below the ear to meet behind the ear. FIGS. 95-121B disclose a large variety of connectors connecting the headgear assembly to the mask assembly where the headgear, mask and connector form a closed loop when the connector is disengaged with the mask assembly.

Abstract: A moisture removal apparatus for a breathing circuit may include a breathing gas conduit configured to receive a flow of breathing gas having a first humidity level. The apparatus may include a dry gas conduit adjacent to at least a portion of the breathing gas conduit, the dry gas conduit configured to receive a flow of dry gas having a second humidity level lower than the first humidity level. The apparatus may also include a feeding conduit extending through at least a portion of the dry gas conduit, the feeding conduit configured to introduce the dry gas into the dry gas conduit. The apparatus may further include a moisture transmission pathway configured to enable transfer of moisture from the breathing gas to the dry gas based on the humidity differential.

Abstract: This disclosure discloses a tracheal intubation device designed to improve safety during intubation attempts. The device allows for the delivery of medical gas (such as oxygen) flow through the endotracheal tube itself during intubation attempts. This moves the source of apneic oxygen lower in the patient's airway to bypass anatomy that otherwise can obstruct medical gas flow. The device can also switch on-demand to generating suction through the endotracheal tube to clear away fluids that block the intubator's view and that block medical gas flow. There are currently no devices that can deliver both medical gas and on-demand suction using the endotracheal tube as the flow conduit during the process of intubation. The present device accomplishes these tasks while incorporating non-obvious elements to optimize its use and efficacy.

Abstract: A connector for use in a respiratory system. The connector can connect a first respiratory system component such as a filter to a second respiratory system component. The connector has a body defining a bore for receipt of a complementary connector component. The bore has a terminal end that provides an entry into the bore for the complementary connector component. The connector comprises at least one internal retaining feature, at least one internal alignment feature, and/or at least one external alignment feature.

Abstract: A moisture exchange fabric is disclosed the fabric comprising: a substrate fabric; a polymer having lower critical solution temperature (LCST) of between 25° C. and 39° C. bonded to the substrate fabric; and a filament sewed into the substrate fabric. Also disclosed is a humidifying apparatus using the moisture exchange fabric.

Abstract: A portable, efficient, integrated humidification system for use, e.g., with a positive airway pressure devices. The portable, efficient, integrated humidification system described herein offers many advantages over current humidification systems! There are many advantages to a portable respiratory humidifier. Portability reduces the amount of space the humidifier occupies in the user's bedroom environment. Portability enhances travel for the user. With less to pack, carry, and manage, the user is more likely to remain adherent to therapy when not at home. Portability allows for better utilization in recreational vehicles, while camping, in foreign countries, in the sleeping cabins of trucks or airliners, and on marine craft.

Abstract: Systems and methods for mitigating cybersickness that is caused due to display of content, such as a 360° video or a virtual reality experience, are disclosed. The methods measure biometrics of a user to determine a cybersickness score. The score is associated with a cybersickness severity level. A determination is made whether the user's cybersickness severity level exceeds a threshold, and, if so, mitigation or remedial actions are automatically performed. The mitigation options range from altering content, changing device configuration, and automating home automation devices to automating body electronics worn by the user. The type of mitigation option selected is based on the user's cybersickness severity level. The methods also determine demographics of a plurality of users who encountered cybersickness due to engagement with the content. A match between the user's demographics and the plurality of users is determined and accordingly mitigation options are selected on the basis of the match.

Abstract: Systems and methods for mitigating cybersickness that is caused due to display of content, such as a 360° video or a virtual reality experience, are disclosed. The methods measure biometrics of a user to determine a cybersickness score. The score is associated with a cybersickness severity level. A determination is made whether the user's cybersickness severity level exceeds a threshold, and, if so, mitigation or remedial actions are automatically performed. The mitigation options range from altering content, changing device configuration, and automating home automation devices to automating body electronics worn by the user. The type of mitigation option selected is based on the user's cybersickness severity level. The methods also determine demographics of a plurality of users who encountered cybersickness due to engagement with the content. A match between the user's demographics and the plurality of users is determined and accordingly mitigation options are selected on the basis of the match.

Abstract: Wearable devices can be used to provide therapy to users and/or to monitor various physiological parameters of the user. In some cases, therapy can be triggered automatically based on the monitored physiological parameters reaching or exceeding predefined thresholds.

Abstract: An electrostimulator device for inducing deep sleep having at least one bracelet-type element capable of producing impulses to be applied on the nervous system to influence the brain, wherein the bracelet-type element incorporates a functional module (1) provided with an electric pulse generator (3), there being connected to the generator (3) at least one electrode (5) arranged to transmit the electric pulses to the skin of the user's wrist in the position of use of the device for its influence on the brain.

Abstract: Provided herein is a medical device kit that includes a base sheet having an inner surface and an outer surface and a first base portion and a second base portion, the base sheet configurable between a folded state and an unfolded state. A first waste bin is secured to the first base portion on the inner surface and a second waste bin is secured to the second base portion on the inner surface. A plurality of pockets configured to retain medical supplies therein is attached to the first waste bin, the second waste, or both the first and second waste bins, on an outward facing surface thereof. A plurality of fastening devices is provided configured to secure the first base portion to the second base portion when the base sheet is in the folded state and to selectively seal shut the first waste bin and the second waste bin.