Patent classifications
A61B5/208
FLUID COLLECTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS AND COLLECTING FLUIDS
A fluid collection system for collecting fluid, such as urine through a series of valves and bags that isolate urine from the input to reduce risk of infection includes an input tube connected removably to a fluid supply tube, first and second valves separate from one another and each having flow-on and flow-off states and each fluidically connected to the input tube, respectively, to receive the input fluid and to output the input fluid when in the flow-on state, and at least one hollow collection container defining a water-tight interior and comprising a removable connector configured to removably connect to one of the first and second valves and, responsive to connection thereto, configured to receive the input fluid. The bags also contain a hydrogel to absorb the fluid. Input fluid pressure can be controlled and calibrated to maintain backpressure on the bladder.
Apparatus, system, and methods for urinalysis
Described is an apparatus for inline urine analysis comprising a control unit and at least one image capture unit comprising an image sensor and an optical assembly. The apparatus is configured to be coupled with an indwelling urinary catheter or conduit leading from the catheter. Embodiments of the apparatus comprise a dispenser configured to dispense inert or reactive matter into the urine stream to aid in the analysis of properties of the urine and an illumination device configured to illuminate the urine stream. Also described is a system comprising at least one of these apparatuses and at least one image analyzer unit operatively connected to it. The image analyzer unit comprises a processor and software adapted to analyze the captured images to derive information therefrom relating to identification of properties of the urine and/or objects of interest in the urine stream. Embodiments of the system may comprise other peripheral devices.
Oxygen measurement device and oxygen measurement system
An oxygen measurement device constituting an oxygen measurement system includes a urethral catheter and an oxygen sensor main body. The urethral catheter has a shaft in which a urethral catheter lumen that enables circulation of urine flowed in via a urethral catheter port from inside a bladder is formed; and has a hub in which a urine lumen that is provided at a proximal end of the shaft and communicates with the urethral catheter lumen is formed. The oxygen sensor main body is provided on the hub in a manner capable of being brought into contact with urine circulating in the urine lumen, and detects oxygen in the urine.
Non-Invasive Urinary Output Measuring System
Disclosed herein is a non-invasive urinary output measuring system having a urinary output measuring device and a fluid sensor system. The urinary output measuring device includes a receptacle body having a proximal opening, the receptacle body defining a collection cavity configured to receive a volume of fluid. The collection cavity includes a distal opening and an internal hydrophobic surface. The fluid sensor system is configured to measure the volume of fluid and includes a fluid sensor, a console including a processor further includes non-transitory computer-readable medium having a plurality of logic modules, one or more light indicator, and an opening mechanism configured to detachably seal the distal opening, the opening mechanism including a cover coupled to the receptacle body, and a lever configured to transition the opening mechanism between a closed configuration and an opened configuration.
CLEANING MEDIUM SCANNER SYSTEM
A system and method for testing a cleaning medium, such as toilet paper, after wiping a perineum is disclosed. The system includes an optical sensor configured to scan the cleaning medium, a user interface, an output device, and a controller. The controller is configured to receive sensor input from the optical sensor, determine the presence of a biological substance, such as feces, on the cleaning medium based on the sensor input, generate a data signal based on the presence of the biological substance, and transmit the data signal to the output device. The system may determine if the cleaning medium is soiled or unsoiled, and may also detect the presence of blood and other types of biological material.
Relocation module and methods for surgical equipment
Modules for housing electronic and electromechanical medical equipment including a system to measure and record administration of one or more IV medications or fluids for IV administration. A system and method for fusing independent measures of the physiological parameters, in some examples using a Kalman filter for each possible combination of sensor measurements.
Non-Invasive Urinary Output Monitoring System
Disclosed herein is a urinary output monitoring system configured to measure urinary flow or collect and measure a volume of fluid having a receptacle having a receptacle body including a plurality of volume markings, the receptacle configured to receive or hold a volume of fluid. The receptacle body includes a proximal portion including two lateral flaps and one front rigid flap, each of the flaps extending from the proximal portion, the two lateral flaps and the front rigid flap configured to secure the receptacle to a sanitary hardware device and prevent unwanted movement when engaged by a user, and a distal portion including an opening and a mating portion extending from the distal portion, the mating portion configured to detachably couple an attachment.
AUTOMATED CATHETER AND CHEST TUBE DEVICES AND RELATED SYSTEMS
Automated catheter and automated chest tube systems and devices. In some embodiments, the automated, or smart, catheter and chest tube of the present disclosure includes a housing for containing one or more collection reservoirs for collecting fluid, a flexible tube used to drain the fluid from either the bladder, chest cavity, or other appropriate bodily region, and a measuring device to measure the amount of fluid flowing through the flexible tube and into the collection reservoir(s). In some embodiments, the smart catheter and chest tube of the present disclosure includes one or more processors, one or more transmitters, and one or more receivers to transmit and receive data regarding the volume and other characteristics of the fluid collected in the reservoirs and to receive commands for performing various functions. The alarms are triggered when certain predetermined liquid volume thresholds are exceeded or not exceeded.
ARTIFICIAL BLADDER SYSTEM
An artificial bladder system including an implantable bladder, a valve, a number of sensors, and an alert mechanism. The implantable bladder includes an outer wall forming a chamber for collecting urine of a user, the outer wall including inflow openings and an outflow opening. The valve is integrated with the outflow opening to selectively allow urine to flow from the chamber through the outflow opening. The sensors are configured to detect a urine level in the chamber. The alert mechanism is configured to generate a sensory output to alert the user that the bladder should be emptied upon detection of the urine level in the chamber by one of the sensors.
Systems, devices and methods for draining and analyzing bodily fluids
Systems, devices and methods for draining and analyzing bodily fluids are disclosed in which a drainage assembly is configured to prevent negative pressure build-up. The drainage assembly generally includes a catheter which may include a drainage lumen, a reservoir, a venting mechanism in fluid communication with the drainage lumen and a positive pressure lumen, and a controller. The venting mechanism may further include a valve which is configured to maintain a closed position, as well as a vent in fluid communication with the valve, where the venting mechanism is configured to inhibit wetting of the vent from fluid within the drainage lumen.