Patent classifications
A61B2560/04
Universal instrument holder and guide for robotic surgery
An instrument holder assembly for use with a robotic surgical system can comprise one or more modules for holding or guiding an instrument. Each module can comprise a variable diameter jaw having movable teeth configured to hold or guide different sized instruments. Each module can be attached to opposite ends of a main shaft that can couple to an arm of the robotic surgical system. A central passage can extend through each module and the main shaft and the variable diameter jaws can constrict the central passage. Teeth of the variable diameter jaws can be biased to a closed or opened position. A tensioner tool can be used to hold biasing elements in position so that the teeth can be loaded into the module. The teeth can be loaded into slots of the module using a tooth holder device.
Deployable stabilization feet for a portable medical imaging system
A hydraulic stabilizer system for a portable medical imaging system. The system includes at least two hydraulic cylinders each having a shaft extending through a first wall of the respective cylinder, wherein each shaft is moveable relative to the respective cylinder. First and second ends of each shaft include a spring support element and a foot for contacting associated uneven floor portions. A retraction spring is located between the spring support element and an inner surface of the first wall of each cylinder. The system also includes a hydraulic circuit for supplying hydraulic fluid to the cylinders, wherein the cylinders are in fluid communication with each other. Hydraulic fluid is pumped into the cylinders to cause downward movement of the shafts until the feet contact the associated uneven floor portions such that the pressure exerted by the feet against the associated uneven floor portions is equalized.
Guides, instruments, systems and methods of use
Guides, instruments, devices, systems and methods for maintaining, correcting and/or resurfacing the multiple bones of a joint are disclosed. The guide system includes a cut guide and an alignment guide for engagement with the cut guide. The guide system also includes a cleaning system with a guide and a cutting instrument. Methods of using the guide system and cleaning system are also disclosed.
Eyewear with blood sugar detection
An eyewear device, method for use with an eyewear device, and a non-transient computer readable medium for detecting blood sugar levels are disclosed. The eyewear device has a frame including a first rim configured to support a first lens, a second rim configured to support a second lens, and a bridge connecting the first rim to the second rim. The bridge is configured to receive a nose of a user when the eyewear device is worn by the user. Blood sugar levels are detected by monitoring behavior of a pupil of an eye of the user with a sensor, comparing the monitored behavior with known blood sugar level behaviors, identifying a match responsive to the comparison between the monitored behavior and one of the known blood sugar level behaviors corresponding to a particular blood sugar level, and selecting the particular blood sugar level as a blood sugar level of the user.
MAXILLARY AND MANDIBULAR DEVICES THAT PREVENT DISENGAGEMENT THEREBETWEEN, CONTROLLER STATION, AND METHODS OF TREATING AND/OR DIAGNOSING MEDICAL DISORDERS
Mandibular repositioning devices providing downward movement as well as forward movement of the mandible have a maxillary tooth covering having a driver flange protruding laterally outward on one or both sides thereof and have a mandibular tooth covering having a protrusive flange extending cranially therefrom positioned to have a posterior side engaged with the anterior side of each driver flange. The anterior side of each driver flange has a convex curvature. The posterior side of each protrusive flange has a concave-to-convex curvature positioned to move the convex portion thereof along the convex curvature of the driver flange when the mouth opens, which also moves the mandible forward. A plateau of a preselected height, which prevents disconnect between each protrusive flange and its respective driver flange relative to a fully open mouth measurement, is present between the base of the protrusive flange and the tooth covering.
System for collecting exhaled particles
The disclosure pertains to a system 100 and method for collecting and measuring particles in exhaled air. The system 100 is arranged to allow for examination of the full or substantially the full volume of each exhalation of a subject.
TROCAR WITH DETACHABLE LIGHTING SYSTEM
A trocar is provided that is adapted to insert a lighting attachment into a body cavity. The trocar connects at its distal end to the lighting attachment such that it can be pushed into the body cavity. An endoscope may then be inserted through the trocar into the body cavity. The lighting attachment is configured to detach from the trocar and attach to the endoscope head to provide additional lighting to the endoscope. The lighting attachment includes foldable lighting panels that expand when in use in order to light a wider field of view. The lighting attachment may be powered by induction coil from the endoscope.
ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR CHEST-WORN SENSOR DEVICE
An alignment tool helps a patient position a chest-worn sensor device, such as a device for daily at-home monitoring of cardiopulmonary health conditions. The alignment tool includes a sensor connector that engages with the sensor device and a strap. The strap includes a first portion that has a protruding region sized to fit into the patient's suprasternal notch. The strap includes a second portion that engages with the sensor connector. The sensor connector and the first portion of the strap with the suprasternal notch protrusion are separated by a configurable length. A healthcare provider may set the length based on the distance between the patient's suprasternal notch and heart.
Body-attachable biometric signal acquisition device
Provided is a body-attachable biometric signal acquisition device. The body-attachable biometric signal acquisition device includes: a main body including a sensor acquiring a biometric signal in a state of closely adhering to a surface of a body; and a first fixing portion winding the body to fix the main body to the body, wherein the first fixing portion includes a first strap winding the body, the first strap includes a framework formed of an elastic material, and when the first strap winds the body to fasten the main body and the first fixing portion to the body, a pressure applied by the sensor to the surface of the body is generated by an elastic restoring moment generated by the framework, and a gap is present between a portion of an outer surface of the first strap, and the surface of the body, the portion being positioned between the framework and the surface of the body. An air cushion is provided to prevent wobbling of the main body caused by an excessive space formed due to body size variation.
Wearable device to identify medical emergencies and notify
An electronic battery-operated medical bracelet device that contains the technology to accurately detect collapse/fall or other medical emergencies, through the monitoring of the heart rate, oxygen saturation, heart rhythm, and patient input. The bracelet will also display the vital readings to the user if the readings return as abnormal, in an attempt to persuade the user to seek medical attention before it becomes worse. Once a medical emergency is detected, the device alerts surrounding people and paramedics of the emergency and distributes medical and personal information different for surrounding people and paramedics. This includes medical conditions, health insurance information, next of kin, etc. This information can be uploaded to the device's onboard memory drive and can share the information or steps to reach the information, through an onboard speaker system, Bluetooth pairing, and near-filled communication (NFC) to which paramedics have special access.