Abstract: A disposable surgical kit for use with a lavage instrument provides a three dimensional enclosure to capture splash back and aerosols created by the procedure. The kit has a transparent surgical drape to be fitted to a lavage instrument. The drape has an opening for manual access to the wound. A drain receptacle with an absorbent pad is provided to trap the effluvia.

Abstract: A waterproof cover for casts and/or bandages on limb extremities is formed as a thin-walled elastomeric water-impervious linear tube, preferably made of nitrile, open at at least one end. The cover stretches skin-tight over a limb extremity, and over any and all casts and/or bandages upon the limb extremity, so as to conform to a combined exterior contour of the limb and of any casts and bandages upon the limb. The cover circumferentially squeezes against the limb, sealing watertight both the limb and any casts and/or bandages upon the limb. The waterproof elastomeric tubular cover is comfortable, non-obtrusive, non-obstructive, and easily deployed, removed, and re-deployed. Preferred embodiments for use on the leg from the toes to the knee, and beyond to the thigh, range from 29 inches (73.5 cm.) to 41.0 inches (103.5 cm) in length, with a diameter at the ankle of 3.5 inches (8.9 cm); at the calf 5.0 inches (12.7 cm); and at the knee 4.5 inches (11.5 cm).

Abstract: There is provided a surgical treatment instrument in which the mode can be easily switched between a treatment under a pneumoperitoneum condition and a treatment outside the peritoneal cavity, and forceps can be manipulated under the pneumoperitoneum condition, and when taking out a cancer-affected part, an incision in the abdominal wall is protected, and the incision is free from infection. The surgical treatment instrument includes a tubular portion which has a first fixing member provided at a near end-side open portion thereof, and also has a second fixing member provided at a remote end-side open portion thereof. At least two tension belts are mounted on the second fixing member, and fixing means for adjusting the length of the tension belts to position the first fixing member is provided at the first fixing member.

Abstract: A disposable surgical kit for use with a lavage instrument provides a three dimensional enclosure to capture splash back and aerosols created by the procedure. The kit has a transparent surgical drape to be fitted to a lavage instrument. The drape has an opening for manual access to the wound. A drain receptacle with an absorbent pad is provided to trap the effluvia.

Abstract: The invention herein provides an integrated drape for use in surgical procedures

Abstract: An adjustable retractor is disclosed comprising an inner ring, an outer ring spaced from the inner ring, and an elongate sleeve open at opposite ends. The sleeve is provided and extends between the inner and outer rings and is connected at the opposite ends to the rings. The outer ring is provided with a pre-loaded rotational torque to assist with rotation of the outer ring about its central axis to roll the sleeve about the outer ring to adjust sleeve length. The outer ring may be formed in a mobius configuration to provide the pre-loaded rotational torque. The outer ring has a cross-sectional shape that may have numerous different configurations. The mobius configuration may include the cross-sectional shape having an outer circumference offset by a predetermined amount about the central axis of the outer ring proceeding longitudinally along the central axis from one location on the outer ring to another location on the outer ring. A method of adjusting a retractor is also disclosed.

Abstract: An image guided surgery system to enable a surgeon to move a surgical tool into a desired position relative to a body part is provided. The system works by accurately superimposing representations of the tool being used in the surgical field over images of the body part such that real-time tool position feedback is provided to the surgeon. The system uses a fluoroscopic x-ray device to generate two-dimensional body part images, a localizing device to determine the poses of surgical tools and the x-ray device, mathematical modeling of the imaging chain of the x-ray device, and a display for displaying the images of the body part superimposed with representations of the surgical tools. A digital flat-panel x-ray imager permits fluoroscopic x-ray device to be used in any orientation without being affected by distortions due to local magnetic fields.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for draping an eye for surgical procedures has a drape fabric with a center opening. A resilient U-shaped speculum is attached to the drape fabric at the center opening and is attached to the periphery thereof. The speculum has two spaced upstanding clips that can be compressed together to diminish the area of the speculum, so that it can be inserted into the eye underneath the eyelids. Release of the compressive pressure allows the speculum to expand within the eye against the underneath portion of the eyelids. Then drape material around the speculum is then folded over the speculum and the eyelid margins to expose the globe of the eye but to completely cover the eyelids and the eyelashes.

Abstract: The invention is directed to the use of magnetic shielding alone and magnetic shielding combined with magnetic field stimulation in methods for the treatment, diagnosis and assessment of disease, condition, or physical or mental state. The invention also includes portable devices for the shielding of magnetic fields for therapy and treatment of disease, condition, or physical or mental state.

Abstract: An O-ring is provided for use in an adjustable surgical wound protector having a stacked or astroidal cross-section and a resilient configuration for squeezing into an oblong shape that is insertable into a surgical incision. In one embodiment a astroidal cross-section O-ring includes a torsional preloading to enhance snap-action rolling of the O-ring about the cross-sectional center in predetermined increments.

Abstract: A water resistant reusable sleeve for medical dressings, inclusive of medical bandages and casts having a generally tubular member and defining a sleeve-like cavity tapered for receiving an extremity of an individual with a plaster cast, a splint, or a surgical dressing. The reusable sleeve is designed so as to be ergonomic or tapered to more closely accommodate the extremities of a user, providing a better fit, a more effective watertight seal with the skin, and also providing an important aesthetic advantage. Elastic bands of a size and elasticity so as to apply sufficient elastic force for sealing the sleeve to the appendage without creating a tourniquet effect are disposed on at least one end of the reusable sleeve. Furthermore, the water resistant reusable sleeve is preferably made of a composite material or a matrix material to prevent tearing of the material substrate during use and may incorporate a design.

Abstract: An O-ring is provided for use in an adjustable surgical wound protector having a solid cross-section including a cross-sectional center that is spaced from a central longitudinal axis and a resilient configuration for squeezing into an oblong shape that is insertable into a surgical incision. At least one recess is defined in the O-ring that is selectively sized and shaped to enable a snap-action rolling of the O-ring about the cross-sectional center in predetermined increments. The recess may comprise various cross-sectional shapes, such as, at least one circumferential groove, a plurality of circumferentially positioned recesses, or be shaped such that the O-ring comprises a cruciform cross-section. An improved incrementally adjustable apparatus for protecting an incised wound from exposure to bacterial and other harmful contaminants is also provided including a pair of resilient O-rings connected to opposite ends of an impermeable pliable sleeve.

Abstract: A hand access device for use in hand assisted laparoscopic surgery comprises a substantially tubular inflatable sleeve of pliable gas tight material having a twisted inner sleeve section and an outer sleeve section. The device has an inner O-ring for insertion through a wound opening in the abdominal wall and an outer O-ring for location outside of the wound opening. On insertion of a surgeon's arm the sleeve everts while monitoring a reduced lumen seal to the arm and a seal to the wound openings.

Abstract: An O-ring is provided for use in an adjustable surgical wound protector having a solid cross-section including a cross-sectional center that is spaced from a central longitudinal axis and a resilient configuration for squeezing into an oblong shape that is insertable into a surgical incision. At least one recess is defined in the O-ring that is selectively sized and shaped to enable a snap-action rolling of the O-ring about the cross-sectional center in predetermined increments. The recess may comprise various cross-sectional shapes, such as, at least one circumferential groove, a plurality of circumferentially positioned recesses, or be shaped such that the O-ring comprises a cruciform cross-section. An improved incrementally adjustable apparatus for protecting an incised wound from exposure to bacterial and other harmful contaminants is also provided including a pair of resilient O-rings connected to opposite ends of an impermeable pliable sleeve.

Abstract: A surgical retractor liner (12) and integral drape (16) suitable for inserting in an incision and adjusting in place to prevent cross-contamination during surgery between the incised cavity and the surrounding skin of the patient. In one embodiment, a flexible elastic liner (12) impervious to microorganisms has resilient inner (20) and outer rings (18) at either end for holding the liner (12) firmly in the incision. The outer ring (18) is rolled down over itself drawing the liner (12) taut and contiguous in the incision. In another embodiment a skirt (14) is sealingly joined at the outer ring (18) and tapers outwardly and sealingly joins to a drape (16) around a central aperture (16a) therein.

Abstract: Method of using a drape is described for use in various ophthalmic surgeries including refractive eye surgery. The drape can be configured in at least sixteen different ways for both single or bilateral eye surgical procedures. The drape includes an adhesive liner that acts as a cover for the non-surgical eye. A tent portion is also provided that allows the patient to blink or comfortably keep open the covered non-surgical eye. Allowing the patient to blink or keep open the covered non-surgical eye gives support or assists in fixation of the surgical eye. The drape is also positions the apertures are on the lower half of the drape in order to leave the bottom of the nose and mouth uncovered for patient comfort. An adhesive liner may be provided with the drape for allowing coverage of the non-surgical eye.

Abstract: A configuration of surgical drapes for convenient dispensing and handling from a container. The configuration includes a continuous rolled length of surgical drapes having opposing major and minor longitudinal edges. Each drape of the continuous roll is separable from adjacent drapes by longitudinally spaced apart lines of weakness throughout the continuous length of surgical drapes. The continuous rolled length of surgical drapes includes an adhesive strip adjacent the major longitudinal edge of the continuous rolled length of surgical drape. The adhesive strip in turn carries a removable release liner thereover which preferably partially overhangs the adhesive strip. The continuous rolled length of surgical drapes further has an accordion pleat fold to thereby reduce the stored and dispensed width of each drape of said continuous length of surgical drapes.

Abstract: This limb sleeve is a splashproof sleeve that is donned on the limbs. The sleeve is made from a hydrophobic material which absorbs moisture and perspiration on the skin and also repels moisture from the outside. The sleeve utilizes a unique silicone seal which is able to conform to any contour and is adjustable. One seal is sewn to each end of the protective sleeve to provide a splashproof closure between the limb and sleeve. The longitudinal ends of the sleeve are held in place by a hook and loop fastener. The patient can either wrap the sleeve around the limb and secure the longitudinal ends with the hook and loop fastener or partially fasten the large end of the sleeve and draw the sleeve over the limb until the sleeve fits tightly against the limb. Then the longitudinal joint and lower seal is fastened using the hook and loop fastener. Bathing, weather, and sweating are the primary sources of moisture.

Abstract: A multipurpose, flexible cover for medical instruments with a closed-end cover that is optically clear throughout. The transparent cover is used with optical medical instruments such as cameras and lasers. The cover has a closed end that is a homogeneous polyurethane piece folded over itself and sealed along its side edges to form a receptacle to retain the medical instrument. The closed-end portion, which can be associated with a different types of cameras and lasers, is optically clear with surgical clarity.

Abstract: There is provided a novel drape for covering surgical equipment, particularly but not exclusively for covering elongate surgical equipment which flexes during use, such as an endoscopic camera cable. The drape comprises a sleeve and a ring-shaped former. The ring-shaped former is arranged coaxially inside the sleeve, the majority of the latter being multiply folded over and carried on the ring-shaped former. The proximal region of the sleeve contacts the radially outer periphery of the ring-shaped former and it is overlaid with successive sleeve layers arising from repeated 180.degree. folds in the sleeve. Pulling the distal region of the sleeve away from the former causes orderly unfolding of the sleeve by relative sliding of the outermost layer over the adjacent layer.

Abstract: A multipurpose, flexible cover for medical instruments with a closed-end cover that is optically clear throughout. The transparent cover is used with optical medical instruments such as cameras and lasers. The cover has a closed end that is a homogeneous polyurethane piece folded over itself and sealed along its side edges to form a receptacle to retain the medical instrument. The closed-end portion, which can be associated with a different types of cameras and lasers, is optically clear with surgical clarity.

Abstract: A body support garment having a tubular elastic section for enclosing a body member is provided. The tubular section has an inner surface with a first portion and a second portion, the first portion providing a gripping surface and the second portion providing a predetermined circumferential strain ratio. The garments can be provided in the form of a pant or a vest.

Abstract: A Mayo stand cover comprises a first and a second liquid-impermeable panel (1 and 2) which are mutually joined along two opposing long edges and a side edge which extends between two opposing ends of the long edges. An absorbent material (4) extends over at least a part of the outer surface of the first panel (1). The first panel (1) includes a pattern of projections (5) formed in the panel material and projecting outwardly from the inside thereof. The pattern includes at least two discrete rows of projections which extend over the full length of the cover parallel with its long edges.

Abstract: An intraoperative and perioperative method and several representative apparatus designs therefor for the reduction of fluid and tissue movement, where said fluid includes but is not limited to plasma, extracellular fluid, intracellular fluid, cerebrospinal fluid, and blood; and said tissue includes but is not limited to central nervous system tissue. An application of particular import in neurosurgical procedures is the intraoperative control of cerebral and spinal cord edema and the reduction of respiration-induced tissue movement. The method of the present invention, as applied to neurosurgical edema reduction, involves control of the pressure gradient between the central nervous system (CNS) and the ambient pressure. The physiologic pressure gradient between the CNS and the ambient pressure is termed the intracranial pressure (ICP) and is normally maintained at approximately 14 mmHg.

Abstract: A sterile encapsulated operating room monitor video and video monitor support device are provided to enable a surgeon to more easily conduct endoscopic procedures. A lightweight self-contained monitor module is provided to enable the surgeon to manipulate the image of the surgical area. A video support stand which secures the video monitor in the sterile operating field allows a surgeon to precisely place the video monitor at a desired position. The video support stand includes a monitor mount with a plurality of apertures which communicate with a source of vacuum to hold a sterile drape tightly over the monitor module screen. This structure allows positioning of the video monitor in the natural line of sight of the surgeon as he or she performs an endoscopic procedure.

Abstract: A sleeve for the keeping dry of arms, legs, hands or feet while washing, bathing and/or showering of upper and lower section, with the lower section being composed of a waterproof material stretchable in both longitudinal and latitudinal planes, and with the upper section being composed of a waterproof material exhibiting a substantial adherence characteristic, and including an elastic band for sealing-off the upper section when in use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a re-useable limb protector for use in protecting a limb with a cast or bandage. The limb protector is comprised of stretchable moisture impervious material which is adjustable in size to accommodate a wide range of individuals. The limb protector is constructed to be readily adaptable to either right- or left-handed individuals and is molded of a single piece of skid retardant material. The water tight seal is accomplished by stretching the moisture impervious base unit and is locked in place by the folding over of the two locking straps. The invention of a reuseable limb protector which does not require the use of an encircling mechanism to acheive a water tight seal is designed herein to allow for a normal blood flow when a water tight seal is acheived. The open end of the base unit is designed to be of a sufficient diameter to prevent irritation to sensitive finger and toe areas which would be caused by a need to stretch open the base unit for insertion of a limb.

Abstract: An operation table cover is composed of a foil hose of thermoplastic material with a closed bottom region and an open head region provided with a circumferential reversed rim, with side edges closed by welding seams. The operation table cover is formed so that despite its substantially refuse-free manufacture, it can be fitted over the supporting surface of an operation table with a simple handling. For this purposes the side edges in the vicinity of the bottom region and directly under the reversed rim are provided with inwardly directed offset regions, and the reversed rim has the same width as the central region of the foil hose located between the offset regions.

Abstract: A method of welding at least two layers of a thin thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer (10A, B) to form a weld seam (12) to produce polyurethane barrier products such as, but not limited to, gloves (20), condoms (30), inflatable catheter balloon cuffs (48A, B), ostomy pouches (50), organ bags (60), and instrument covers (70) through a process of pre-heating a sealing die platen, the at least two layers of the polyurethane (10A, B) softened while under pressure from the preheated die platen, followed by welding the at least two layers of polyurethane (10A, B) film by transmission of a radio-frequency energy to the film (10A, B) to produce a weld seam (12) and then allowing the weld seam (12) to cool, the resultant product having seam integrity.

Abstract: A flexible polyurethane cover with a closed end that is contact clear for establishing sterility while using an ultrasound probe. The cover has gel prepositioned inside the contact clear polyurethane closed end. A drape can be attached to the contact clear cover. A method of making such a cover including folding a contact clear polyurethane sheet over itself and securing the side edges to form a compartment with a closed end, inverting the cover as necessary to position the seams inside the cover, applying a gel into the closed end portion of the cover, and sterilizing the cover without affecting the gel by applying a dry heat in a slow persistent manner after the gel is already in the cover.

Abstract: The present invention provides a surgical drape adapted to cover either end of a C-arm-type x-ray machine having a laser targeting device mounted thereon. The surgical drape is made of an x-ray-transparent material, such as plastic, and includes a transparent window made of a material that does not diffuse or diffract a laser beam, such as an acetate film. The transparent window is preferably delineated from the main, plastic sheet of the surgical drape by a colored indicator. The indicator may be, for example, a colored band surrounding the window. Alternatively, the transparent window may itself be colored. In this case, the color chosen is matched to the wavelength of the laser beam so as to allow transmission of the laser beam yet filter out other wavelengths of light. The surgical drape is preferably shaped like a bag to fit over the end of the x-ray machine's C-arm.

Abstract: A flexible isolator bag used to isolate a controlled therapeutic gas atmosphere about a human limb for the management and treatment of wounds and lesions, or an amputation, has a discharge port and a flexible manifold section providing an intake manifold which has an infeed port and inlet openings to the interior of the bag. A self-sealing zipper extends along part of the length of the bag. The bag is secured to the patient by adhesive tape applied to the rim of the open end of the bag. This rim is shaped to prevent a tourniquet effect.

Abstract: In accordance with this invention, a windowed self-centering drape for a surgical camera is provided. The drape includes a generally cylindrical body portion and a flexible and elastic distal end. The body portion is flexible and substantially non-elastic. The proximal end of the body portion may include either a roll fold or an accordion fold in order to reduce the size of the drape for storage prior to use. An optically clear window is formed integrally with the elastic distal end. The window may be coated with substances which filter out certain wavelengths of light.

Abstract: A Mayo Stand cover in the form of a bag made of plastic tubing wherein a portion of the area of the bag which covers the tray is necked down to provide a closer fit to the tray than does the remainder of the bag whereby the bag will fit smoothly on the tray and not be prone to shift.

Abstract: Accessory devices for laparoscopic operations can be combined with a plastic receptacle 2 in such a way that an opening formed outside the abdominal wall in a cover sheet 10 can be coupled in sealing relationship with an end of the plastic receptacle 2 that can be closed or opened. The plastic receptacle 2 is in this case still located inside the abdominal space, at least in part, the opening of the plastic receptacle 2 projecting beyond the abdominal wall 4.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a surgical stockinette for covering and encasing a body extremity such as an armor leg to isolate and protect the extremity during surgery. The stockinette has a generally tubular-shape and is made from a composite material defining a length and a width with the length being longer than the width. The stockinette defines an interior surface and an exterior surface with the tubular-shaped structure defining an open end and a closed end separated by the length. The interior and exterior surfaces are joined circumferentially to one another along substantially the entire length of the tubular-shaped structure. The interior surface is formed from a fibrous material and the overall structure is liquid impervious and circumferentially expandable from a first circumference to a second and larger circumference. Due to the materials and nature of construction, the stockinette of the present invention provides a form-fitting design which is easy to don and remove.

Abstract: A birthing drape for catching body fluids expelled during birth and for precluding the fluids from splashing onto assisting personnel has a web of plastic material having first and second spaced apart ends and a pair of laterally spaced apart edges extending between the first and second ends. A support portion upon which the buttocks of a birthing woman may be positioned is defined at one end and a catch portion extends from the support portion to the second end. A splash guard in the form of a bulbous formation is formed at the second end and an opening is formed in the catch portion between the support portion and the splash guard. The opening has a mouth for receiving and storing body fluids. Elastic strips extend within pockets along the respective lateral edge, each strip having an end secured to the support portion and to the catch portion adjacent the splash guard but being free to move within the remainder of the respective pocket.

Abstract: An improved surgical extremity drape (4) which circumferentially envelops the injured limb creating a self enclosed system through which irrigation and debridement is performed. The drape (4) isolates the injured limb from the remainder of the body as well as the surgical team in order to create a fluid splash barrier to prevent the splash or spill of contaminated blood or surgical irrigants. The drape (4) is made in a atubular form of a clear polyethylene fluid impervious, film (5) with a closed distal end (20) and an open proximal end (10). The limb is placed inside of the drape through a fenestrated liquid resistant rubber stretch seal (12) which prevents the leakage of surgical irrigants. A resealable slit (8) is present to allow access to the extremity for wound care or bone fracture fixation prior to or after irrigation and debridement. In addition, perforated hand fenestrations (16) are provided to allow passage of a gloved hand in order to manipulate the limb during irrigation.

Abstract: An elastic garment and method of using same are disclosed for providing therapeutic results as well as improved endurance and stamina. The garment includes six component parts which can be used in various combinations. Each component part is made of an elastic material so as to act in a compressive manner on the body part which it surrounds. A pant-like portion of the garment extends from the waist downwardly through two leg segments to a location beneath the knee joints. A pair of tubular leg portions extend from the feet upwardly beyond the knee joints so as to form an overlap with the leg sections of the pant-like portion. In a similar manner, a coat-like portion is worn around the upper torso or chest and includes depending sleeves which extend beyond the elbow joints. Tubular arm portions extend from the wrists upwardly beyond the elbow joint to form an overlap with the sleeves.

Abstract: Apparatus useful in surgery for holding a patient's lower limb in a number of different positions required by a surgeon for the performance of a surgical procedure, and for eastablishing a sterile barrier between a surgical site and a patient's lower limb while the limb is being grasped by such positioning apparatus.

Abstract: A disposable medical drape adapted for use in laser surgery is configured to form an enclosure, acting as an emission barrier, between the medical laser and the patient tissue to be removed so as to contain, within the enclosure, materials present in the laser plume. The drape includes a floor having an opening therein which defines the target area of patient tissue. The floor includes moisture-absorbent material which is premoistened to protect the patient from errant laser shots. The underside of the floor includes an adhesive material for fixing the floor of the drape directly to the skin of the patient. The drape includes flexible transparent walls which extend from the floor of the drape to the medical laser, the walls including stiffening rings to define an obstruction-free corridor for the laser beam. The walls of the drape are gathered around the barrel of the medical laser so as to prevent emissions at that juncture.

Abstract: A device for maintaining a body organ during surgery includes a flexible enclosure having at least one opening large enough to permit the body organ to pass through and including means for limiting closure of the opening such that injury to the body organ is minimized.

Abstract: An article for the protection of humans, animals and other articles from damage due to undesired exposure to lasers comprising a tubular element comprising at least one layer comprising a xerogel comprising at least one water-insoluble hydrophilic polymer wherein if said tubular element comprises at least three layers the layer adjacent the distal side, relative to the laser beams, of said xerogel layer comprises a metallic layer the proximal surface of which may be reflective or nonreflective of the laser beams and wherein said xerogel layer may further comprise a pigment. In addition, the layer on the distal side of said metallic layer may be a xerogel. During use of the articles of the invention the xerogels thereof are in a hydrated condition, i.e., they are hydrogels.

Abstract: An apparatus useful for applying a traction force from a traction force system to a limb of a patient comprising:an elongated tubular member having an open first end and an opposing second end, sized and adapted to receive a substantial portion of a limb of a patient through the first open end, and being constructed so as to contract around at least a portion of the received limb upon the application of a traction force on the second end;an elongated hollow element having an open end and a sidewall which is microbially impermeable, sized and adapted to receive the received limb through the open end, at least a portion of the elongated hollow element substantially surrounds or is substantially surrounded by the elongated tubular member; andan attachment assembly secured to the elongated tubular member and acting to connect the elongated tubular member to the traction force system.

Abstract: A shoulder arthroscopy abduction apparatus for use during a diagnostic and/or surgical procedure including a generally rectangular, homogeneous forearm sleeve member having two apertures located at one end. The first aperture receives a patient's thumb and the second aperture receives a patient's little finger. The forearm sleeve member releasably attaches to a generally U-shaped gripping and support member, having a pair of lateral support arms.

Abstract: A protective sheath of the type supplied with a portion of the protective sheath in a rolled up configuration for application to a member by unrolling the rolled up portion along the member includes application tabs interleaved with the rolled up portion of the protective sheath and available for gripping to pull the application tabs and unroll the rolled up portion along the member and assist in the application of the protective sheath to the member. In some embodiments, the protective sheath includes removal tabs extending along the applied protective sheath and available for gripping to pull the removal tabs and roll up a portion of the protective sheath to assist in the removal of the protective sheath from the member.

Abstract: Individual tubular bandages are supplied in rolled form with one end portion rolled outwardly from the free end of the bandage and the other end portion rolled inwardly from the opposite free end so that, in use, a bandage of suitable size may be selected and easily fitted around a body part to be bandaged, the first end being unrolled to cover the body part and the opposite end portion being unrolled to cover the first bandage part. If the body part is an extremity, the central part of the bandage may be twisted to enclose the extremity before the second end portion of the bandage is unrolled.

Abstract: A sterilizable drape for draping an ultrasound probe during an invasive ultrasonographic procedure, and a process of forming such a drape. An elongated sleeve member, having an open first end and a substantially closed second end with a circular fenestration therethrough, is formed of a sterilizable, flexible, fluid impervious material such as polyethylene. A pair of pull ties extend from the open end to aid in pulling the drape over an ultrasound probe and cable. A tubular member, having an outside diameter substantially equal to the fenestration diameter and formed of a sterilizable, flexible, resilient, fluid impervious material such as latex, is sealed to the sleeve member and extends through the fenestration. The tubular member has an open first end, communicating with the sleeve member interior through the fenestration, and a closed second end.

Abstract: A vaginal drape having a substantially frustoconical configuration, and a perimeter expandable along the length thereof. The drape is adapted to be secured about the cervix uteri of a human female. The vaginal drape can be used alone or in cooperation with an insertion unit or a kit for conducting medical and/or surgical procedures on the uterus. The drape provides an aseptic region while a medical procedure is being performed on the uterus through the vaginal canal.

Abstract: Apparatus useful in surgery for holding part of a patient's body such as a limb, portion of a limb, extremity organ or tissue in a number of different positions required by a surgeon for the performance of a surgical procedure, and for establishing a sterile barrier between a surgical site and a patient's limb or body part while the limb or body part is being grasped by a such positioning apparatus.