Abstract: A diagnostic device and method for assessing lesion formation by measuring temperature changes during endocardial ablation. Intracardiac echo catheter data is accurately mapped into a model maintained by a visualization, navigation, or mapping system using the position and orientation of the intracardiac echo catheter transducer within the model. For each point in the model, either a frequency shift or echo time shift is calculated from the intracardiac echo data to determine local temperature changes, and the local temperature changes are displayed within a rendering of the model for the user.

Abstract: A microwave surgical device with high energy efficiency produces, at an antenna, an asymmetric heating pattern directed towards the side and it comprises: a plain curved portion extending from the distal end of said external conductor; and an inflection point at said distal end of the external conductor, so that said curved portion has a single cavity directed towards the axis of the coaxial end part.

Abstract: Support structures for positioning sensors on a physiologic tunnel for measuring physical, chemical and biological parameters of the body and to produce an action according to the measured value of the parameters. The support structure includes a sensor fitted on the support structures using a special geometry for acquiring continuous and undisturbed data on the physiology of the body. Signals are transmitted to a remote station by wireless transmission such as by electromagnetic waves, radio waves, infrared, sound and the like or by being reported locally by audio or visual transmission. The physical and chemical parameters include brain function, metabolic function, hydrodynamic function, hydration status, levels of chemical compounds in the blood, and the like. The support structure includes patches, clips, eyeglasses, head mounted gear and the like, containing passive or active sensors positioned at the end of the tunnel with sensing systems positioned on and accessing a physiologic tunnel.

Abstract: Systems and methods of monitoring the axillary temperature of a person are disclosed. A portion of a temperature probe is provided within the axilla of the person. The temperature probe includes a wiring portion and a body connection portion and a sensing portion between the wiring and body connection portions. The sensing portion comprises a temperature sensing element. The wiring portion is coupled to a monitoring device and comprises a conductor having a first end and a second end, the first end coupled to the temperature sensing element, and the second end connected to the monitoring device. At least a portion of the body connection portion is attached to a second body portion of the person, such that the sensing portion is retained within the axilla.

Abstract: Systems and methods of monitoring body temperature of a person disclosed. A signal generated by a temperature probe is received, the signal responsive to a change in body temperature of a person to whom the temperature probe is attached. A new temperature reading is generated based on the signal. The new temperature reading is accepted or rejected based on the determination.

Abstract: A vaginal rehabilitative device comprising: a vaginal electrical stimulation applicator; and a control module connectable by a wire to said applicator and comprising a user interface for controlling electrical stimuli by said applicator and a display module configured to display data received from said applicator.

Abstract: A medical instrument including a probe adapted to be inserted into an orifice of an animal's body. Electromagnetic radiation that is sensed by a sensor mounted on the probe. The sensor can then determine, by variations in the amount of radiation received, whether the walls of the body orifice block the radiation, thereby indicating a position of the sensor, and thus, the probe, within the orifice.

Abstract: The brassiere may include at least one accommodation disposed on a portion of the brassiere with the at least one accommodation configured to carry at least a pair of sensors. The pair of sensors may be detachably carried by the at least one accommodation. The accommodation may be a pocket, slit, or pouch. The accommodation may be a pair of pockets that support a garment accessory. The garment accessory may include a member having first and second ends that fit within the pair of pockets. The pair of sensors may be carried by the member, which holds the sensors against the skin of a subject wearing the brassiere. The garment accessory may further include a wireless transmitter carried by the member.

Abstract: Different advantageous embodiments provide an apparatus comprising one or more heating elements, a plurality of sensors, insulation, and a processor. The plurality of sensors includes at least a skin temperature sensor and an oven temperature sensor. The insulation is configured to thermally isolate the skin temperature sensor form the oven temperature sensor. The processor is configured to receive temperature data from the plurality of sensors and to control the one or more heating elements using the temperature data received.

Abstract: Certain embodiments provide a hearing testing system. The hearing testing system includes a transducer and an environmental sensor coupled with an acoustic channel. The environmental sensor is configured to measure environmental conditions of the acoustic channel. The hearing testing system includes a processor. The processor is configured to receive the environmental conditions from the environmental sensor. The processor is configured to apply, based on the measure environmental conditions, correction data to a transducer response to generate a corrected transducer response. In certain embodiments, the processor is configured to control a heating element based on a measured temperature to maintain a pre-defined temperature, or range of temperatures, at a testing probe.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an electronic device includes: a casing comprising a display thereto, the casing being configured to house therein an electric component configured to generate heat; a wearing member configured to be wrapped around an arm of a human body to cause the casing to be worn on the arm; a plurality of electrodes configured to face, in a state that the casing is worn on an arm, a side of the arm; an impedance measurement module configured to measure impedance between two of the electrodes; and a controller configured to control the electric component so that when the impedance obtained in the impedance measurement module is lower than a threshold, an amount of the heat generated by the electric component becomes small compared with a case that the impedance is higher than the threshold.

Abstract: A medication administration system that includes a system of pillboxes, a pharmacy workstation, and a system of attendant workstation. The pharmacy workstation reads RFID or barcode tags on the pillboxes and medication wrappers containing medication units as the medication units are checked into the pillboxes to ensure that the pillboxes are filled in accordance the appropriate prescription regimens. The attendant workstations read the RFID or barcode tags on the pillboxes and medication wrappers as the medication units are checked out of the pillboxes to ensure that the medications are administered in accordance the appropriate prescription regimens.

Abstract: A method of determining a thermal signature from thermal data associated with a body section is disclosed. The method comprises: segmenting the thermal data into a plurality of segments, and calculating a set of locations defining a contour, each location being central with respect to picture-elements associated with one segment, thereby determining the thermal signature based on the contour.

Abstract: An earplug to be worn in the ear canal of a person has a thermochromic probe and stem portion that continuously monitors the core body temperature of the wearer and changes color reversibly upon detection of temperatures above or below a temperature range considered to be normal for tympanic temperature to visually indicate to the wearer or an observer that the wearer has an unsafe core body temperature. The earplug has an outer body formed of a soft resilient material configured to conform to the generally conical interior profile of the ear canal and become resiliently and removably engaged therein when pressed into the canal. The probe has a head portion and a radial flange configured to permit a desired insertion distance such that, when properly inserted, the head portion is near, but not in contact, with the tympanic membrane and engaged on the conical wall of the ear canal.

Abstract: A personalized real-time automated cardiovascular monitoring system monitors abnormalities in a patient's cardiovascular activity data through the use of individually adjusted electrocardiogram Holter apparatus (Holter/ECG device) that provides an automatic medical diagnosis of cardiac abnormalities and generates abnormality alert signals representative of certain abnormalities in patient's cardiac activities. The signals are transmitted using a wireless network through a bi-directional wireless protocol. Individual parameters indicative of patient's cardio activities are personalized to allow for adjustments of chronic patients. A base Holter/ECG unit, includes the wireless/electric electrodes and their respective wireless/electric connections, and a Holter/ECG recording unit affixed to the base unit. Data is collected and subjected to statistical analysis.

Abstract: A fertility monitoring apparatus measures body temperature and saliva or cervical fluid resistivity. The clinical device includes a sensor, processor and transmitter to wirelessly deliver information to a computerized device such as a smart phone, tablet, or laptop for further analysis and display. The computerized device is programmed with software to receive, analyze, display, and/or transmit the raw or processed information. The programmed computerized device computes fertility information of the user. A central fertility platform includes a programmed computing device, and a database of fertility information from multiple users. Input from user accounts are fed into the platform and stored in the database. Exemplary inputs include the user's age, cycle length, diagnosis of fertility, reproductive health information.

Abstract: An electronic thermometer includes first and second body surface temperature measurement portions to measure first and second values of a measurement object, first and second reference temperature measurement portions to measure values at each position having a predetermined thermal resistance relative to a measurement position of the first and second values, and having a first and second thermal resistance relative to the open air, third temperature measurement portion to measure a third value at a different position from the previous values, correction portion to correct the obtained values; and core body temperature calculation portion to calculate a value of the object using the obtained values.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention is an infrared thermometer with an infrared sensor. The infrared thermometer is adapted for determining a temperature on at least one predetermined spot on or in a human or animal body and further comprises recognition means for recognizing if the sensor is properly positioned on said at least one predetermined spot. Further shown is a method of operating an infrared thermometer.

Abstract: Medical devices and methods for making and using the same are disclosed. An example medical device may include a catheter. The catheter may include an elongate flexible catheter body. An expandable structure may be associated with the catheter body and may include a radially expandable balloon and a plurality of flexible circuits extending along an outer surface of the balloon. Each flexible circuit may include at least one electrode and at least one temperature sensor. The expandable structure may have an outer diameter of less than 4 mm when in an expanded configuration.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a device and method for acquiring and processing sensor signals on a host device. The device comprises a jack and connects to a socket on the host device. The device further comprises an instrumentation block which draws power from the host socket to power its operation. The instrumentation block further processes signals and conveys this information to the host device up on connecting the device jack to the host socket. The host device controls certain aspects of the electronics module for acquiring and processing plurality of signals. The instrumentation block in the device connects to one or more sensors through cables to sense at least one of electrocardiogram (ECG), Electroencephalography (EEG), motion, airflow of respiratory system, body temperature, light intensity of arterial oxygen saturation level, blood pressure and any other physiology signal.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods, systems, and devices for generating sleep predicators to avoid preventable mental episodes from breaking through, thereby averting an irreversible brain damage to a patient, that may be caused by such future mental episodes. In one embodiment, the present invention is a method comprising: acquiring biomedical data from a patient by using a means of signal acquisition; forming a database of the biomedical records in which the database further comprises a sleep prediction algorithm, psychiatric records, and a statistical engine to compute the data and the psychiatric records using the algorithm; mapping the acquired data in reference to the sleep prediction algorithm; validating the sleep predictors; and providing an output of the sleep predicators to a patient or caretaker. The present invention can be used to treat mania, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, anxiety, and other chronic mental health conditions.

Abstract: A patient monitoring system and method is disclosed herein. The system includes one or more patient monitors that obtain physiological data from a patient. Based upon the physiological data obtained from the patient, as well as the information available for the patient in an electronic health record, an algorithm selection device determines which one of a plurality of early warning algorithms are best suited for use in monitoring a patient. One or more early warning algorithms can be presented to a user for selection. Once the algorithm selection device or the user determines which of a plurality of early warning algorithms would be most effective, the early warning algorithm is downloaded to the patient monitor for use by the patient monitor. The patient monitor utilizes the downloaded early warning algorithm to generate alarms and alerts to indicate the health status of the patient being monitored.

Abstract: A heating and monitoring system is described having a radiometer to monitor temperature of internal tissue and or bodily fluids in a non-invasive way. The radiometer may comprise a multi-frequency radiometer to allow for taking a temperature reading at a desired depth within the tissue of a patient.

Abstract: Provided are devices and methods capable of interfacing with biological tissues, such as organs like the heart, in real-time and using techniques which provide the ability to monitor and control complex physical, chemical, biochemical and thermal properties of the tissues as a function of time. The described devices and methods utilize micro scale sensors and actuators to spatially monitor and control a variety of physical, chemical and biological tissue parameters, such as temperature, pH, spatial position, force, pressure, electrophysiology and to spatially provide a variety of stimuli, such as heat, light, voltage and current.

Abstract: An improved method and system for monitoring a user's sleep is provided. The method includes monitoring, using one or more sensors of a bed, biological signal data of a user; determining, by a processor, a sleep phase of the user according to the biological signal data; and providing, on a data interface, a sleep cycle report, determined at least partially according to the sleep phase of the user.

Abstract: An ear ailment diagnostic device and method in accordance with the present disclosure generally comprises a pair of earpieces, which both further comprise a light source, a magnification lens, an air conduction channel and a miniature camera. The earpieces may optionally comprise a thermometer and/or tympanometer. Each earpiece is coupled to an air conduction tube, an insufflator and an electrical wiring/data tube which is coupled to a computer. The insufflator may be manually, electronically, or battery powered. In the preferred embodiment the computer comprises a smart phone with data processing capability and wireless communication capability. Any data sent from the device can then be interpreted and diagnosed in a remote location so that an accurate treatment is prescribed.

Abstract: A human body thermal measurement device including a first sensor configured to measure a first temperature of a core part of the human body, a second sensor configured to measure a second temperature of a peripheral part of the human body, a third sensor configured to measure an ambient temperature surrounding the human body, a memory configured to store information on the first temperature, the second temperature and the ambient temperature, circuitry configured to calculate a difference between the first temperature and the second temperature, and change a first predetermined range according to the ambient temperature, and a user interface configured to output first alert when the difference is determined to be not within the first predetermined range by the circuitry.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system, method and apparatus for reducing a vehicle driver's core temperature to offset drowsiness. In one embodiment, a temperature sensor records data describing a vehicle driver core temperature and communicates the data describing the vehicle driver core temperature to a temperature regulator. The temperature regulator determines whether the vehicle driver core temperature is similar to one or more circadian temperatures associated with wakefulness. If the vehicle driver core temperature is similar to a circadian temperature associated with sleep, the temperature regulator reduces the vehicle driver core temperature. In an embodiment the temperature regulator cools a material physically contacting the venous plexuses or arteriovenous anastomoses to cool the portions of the vehicle driver's anatomy which most efficiently cool the vehicle driver.

Abstract: A system is used to measure, record and analyze ocular surface temperature. The system comprises a contact lens and a receiving analyzer. The contact lens includes a temperature sensing device and a signal transmitting device. The temperature sensing device obtains data by measuring ocular surface temperature, and the signal transmitting device transmits the data through wireless signals. The receiving analyzer includes a signal receiving unit and an analyzing unit. The signal receiving unit receives the wireless signals, and based on the wireless signals, the analyzing unit analyzes and determines whether the ocular surface temperature is normal.

Abstract: A system is used to measure, record and analyze ocular surface temperature. The system comprises an ocular temperature measurement apparatus and a receiving analyzer. The ocular temperature measurement apparatus includes a temperature sensing device and a signal transmitting device. The temperature sensing device obtains data by measuring ocular surface temperature, and the signal transmitting device transmits the data through wireless signals. The receiving analyzer includes a signal receiving unit and an analyzing unit. The signal receiving unit receives the wireless signals, and based on the wireless signals, the analyzing unit analyzes and determines whether the ocular surface temperature is normal.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods are disclosed herein for monitoring a woman's fertility status by tracking basal body temperature and one or more primary indicia of fertility. In accordance with certain aspects of the present teachings, an integrated software application on the user's personal, portable electronic device enables the user to quickly and consistently track various indicia of fertility in order to successfully practice the Fertility Awareness Method. Moreover, the integrated application can provide accurate fertility determinations and relevant information for practicing the method so as to improve the likelihood for conception or contraception.

Abstract: Support structures for positioning sensors on a physiologic tunnel for measuring physical, chemical and biological parameters of the body and to produce an action according to the measured value of the parameters. The support structure includes a sensor fitted on the support structures using a special geometry for acquiring continuous and undisturbed data on the physiology of the body. Signals are transmitted to a remote station by wireless transmission such as by electromagnetic waves, radio waves, infrared, sound and the like or by being reported locally by audio or visual transmission. The physical and chemical parameters include brain function, metabolic function, hydrodynamic function, hydration status, levels of chemical compounds in the blood, and the like. The support structure includes patches, clips, eyeglasses, head mounted gear and the like, containing passive or active sensors positioned at the end of the tunnel with sensing systems positioned on and accessing a physiologic tunnel.

Abstract: A heart monitoring system for a person includes one or more wireless nodes; and wearable appliance in communication with the one or more wireless nodes, the appliance monitoring vital signs.

Abstract: A medical device for monitoring biological parameters through an Abreu Brain Thermal Tunnel (ABTT) is provided. By monitoring and analyzing the temperature of the ABTT, it is possible to diagnosis changes in a patient or subject under a variety of conditions, including predicting the course of medical conditions. Furthermore, since the ABTT is predictive, analysis of the ABTT may be used to control mechanisms for safety when an impending medical condition makes such operation hazardous.

Abstract: An intelligent temperature sensing apparatus contains a temperature sensor having a first end for inserting into at least one ear and a second end for connecting with a smartphone; the smartphone in which a control software is loaded and saved; the control software for controlling a processor, an editor, and a storage device. The processor connects with the temperature sensor so as to process at least one measured temperature transmitted from the control software, the editor is used to edit/transform the at least one measured temperature, and the store device is served to record and store the at least one measured temperature.

Abstract: A vital signs monitor system is integrated with personal protective equipment (“PPE”) so that upon wearing the PPE, the monitor is placed in an operational position to monitor a vital sign. In one embodiment, the vital signs sensor comprises a thermal sensor located at a mouth guard to automatically make operational contact with tissue under the tongue when the mouth guard is worn. A second vital signs monitor comprising reflective pulse oximetry devices senses oxygen saturation and heart rate. Vital signs data are communicated to an RF module located in an associated helmet for transmission to a remote location. A gateway at that remote location receives the transmitted vital signs data and forwards that data to a data collection, organization, and access system that is programmed to make the vital signs data available over the Internet.

Abstract: An animal monitoring system has sensor modules carried on respective animals. Each module includes a GPS position locator to determine a current position of the animal, a transmitter, and a controller arranged to store a previously determined position of the animal thereon. A central monitoring system is located remotely from the animal which stores boundary position data representing a boundary thereon and which is arranged to communicate with the sensor module over a network. If the position of the animal changes significantly, a notification signal is transmitted to the central monitoring system which compares the current position to the boundary position data to determine is a user should be notified of an alarm condition. The sensor modules may also monitor various physiological characteristics of the animal to notify the central monitor system and subsequently the user if the animal appears to be in danger.

Abstract: System, devices and methods are presented that integrate stretchable or flexible circuitry, including arrays of active devices for enhanced sensing, diagnostic, and therapeutic capabilities. The invention enables conformal sensing contact with tissues of interest, such as the inner wall of a lumen, a nerve bundle, or the surface of the heart. Such direct, conformal contact increases accuracy of measurement and delivery of therapy.

Abstract: A catheter for delivering securing elements to a tissue, such as a blood vessel, and imaging the tissue before, after, or during the imaging. The catheters incorporate intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) imaging, including Focused Acoustic Computed Tomography (FACT), as well as optical coherence tomography (OCT).

Abstract: A system and method for effectively communicating information using at least one mode of communication is described, in which information recipients proximate to a communications device within a pre-determined space and during a pre-determined time period are identified, from whom physiological state information is obtained that, when coupled with other characteristics information, is used to select from a plurality of information elements at least one information element to better target the information elements. The information element is then provided to the communications device so that it may be provided to the information recipients in the pre-determined space in a manner that is sensed by the information recipients.

Abstract: A system for and noninvasively monitoring temperature within a body of a subject includes a transducer and an interface unit. The transducer receives native temperature signals, which are electromagnetic signals. One or both of the transducer and the interface unit convert the native temperature signals to a standard temperature signal. The interface unit may be configured to be coupled to a standard temperature signal-receiving apparatus, such as a standard vital signs monitor or a standard body temperature management system, which may recognize the standard temperature signal. Methods for noninvasively monitoring temperature, including receiving native temperature signals and converting the native temperature signals to a standard temperature signal, are also disclosed.

Abstract: A transducer for noninvasively determining an internal temperature of a location of interest in a body of a subject may be configured to receive native temperature signals originating from the location of interest without substantially receiving interfering signals. Such a transducer may include one or more shielding features for preventing interference. In addition, such a transducer may include a dielectric cavity configured or positioned to increase the native temperature signals sensed, or received, by the antenna. A transducer may be configured to multiplex signals that are indicative of a temperature of a location of interest within the body of a subject and reference temperature signals. Such a transducer may include a connector that facilitates the communication of a multiplexed signal, such as a connector for a coaxial cable. The connector of a transducer may be configured to swivel relative to an end of a cable that has been coupled thereto. Systems including such a transducer are also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for a device having a first member and a second member coupled to the first member where the second member is configured to modify a configuration of a human or animal orifice or conduit. In some embodiments, the first member is a shaft and the second member is an inflatable membrane system configured to facilitate inflation or deflation of the inflatable membrane system. In some embodiments, the first member is a U-shaped member with end members configured for insertion to an internal nasal valve. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: A method for determining a variable which represents the condition of a driver of a vehicle, the variable being determined independently of the time using at least one other variable representing the light intensity to which the driver is exposed.

Abstract: A device for the non-invasive measurement of the core temperature of a patient that includes a tympanic thermometer with a means for measuring the temperature of the patient is described. The device includes a flexible tube capable of being inserted into an external auditory meatus and including an end to which a sensor is connected; a housing including a shell to which a display for displaying the measured temperature is attached; a first blocking means for blocking the external auditory meatus; and a second blocking means for isolating the external auditory meatus from the ambient environment. According to the invention, the measuring means, the housing and the first and second blocking means are sealed and washable.

Abstract: This document relates to receiving and processing signals during cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) treatment. This document further relates to establishing a localized, patient-specific network for communication of information from one or more sensors to a computing device.

Abstract: A composite sensor fibre comprising a filamentary core (12) and an outer layer (30) encapsulating an intermediate sensor layer (20) of a detectably thermoresponsive material. Also disclosed are a method of making composite sensor fibres, a dressing comprising a fabric having a matrix of the fibres, and a method of monitoring a wound that utilises the dressing.

Abstract: A contact sensor and system for incorporation within clothing and other wearable items to monitor activity at a body surface. The sensor includes a contact membrane having a body surface contacting area and one or more base layers of knitted fabric. The base layer(s) is thicker over an area congruent with the body surface contacting area of the contact membrane. As a result, the contact membrane is urged into the forming of a raised outer surface for projection against a body surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mapping catheter for determination of data of an area of an organ embodied as a flat surface, especially of the heart, to be presented graphically, with at least one thermosensor essentially aligned in the direction of the longitudinal axis of the mapping catheter for determination of temperature-related data which is arranged at a tip of the mapping catheter being provided in the distal area of the mapping catheter for introduction into the organ.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of estimating an arousal state of a person, the method comprising: providing one or more measurements of a physiological or behavioural variable relevant to the arousal state of the person; and updating a nonlinear physiologically based time-dependent model of arousal using the one or more measurements of the physiological or behavioural variable, thereby estimating an augmented state vector of the model, wherein the estimated augmented state vector of the model includes the arousal state of the person and one or more parameters of the model.