A delivery endcap assembly is adapted for use with a biliary access device and is adapted to permit a medical device to be delivered through the biliary access device. The delivery endcap assembly includes a securement portion adapted to be releasably securable to a proximal end of the handle after the one or more removable components have been removed from the handle, a tapered portion extending proximally from the securement portion, a rotation hub adapted to be coupled to the securement portion, a valve adapted to be coupled to the rotation hub and a lumen extending through the delivery endcap assembly, wherein the lumen extending through the delivery endcap assembly is adapted to permit a medical device within an introducer sheath to be advanced through the biliary access device.
A medical device for treating a body lumen, such as a medical stent, includes an expandable scaffold configured to shift from a radially collapsed state to a radially expanded state. The stent includes a coating disposed along the outer surface of the expandable scaffold in which a portion of the coating includes a plurality of anti-migration members and one or more preferential separation regions. Each preferential separation region is configured to permit first and second regions of the coating to separate from one another along the preferential separation region therebetween as the expandable scaffold shifts from the radially collapsed state to the radially expanded state.
A61F 2/82 - Dispositifs maintenant le passage ou évitant l’affaissement de structures tubulaires du corps, p. ex. stents
A61F 2/00 - Filtres implantables dans les vaisseaux sanguinsProthèses, c.-à-d. éléments de substitution ou de remplacement pour des parties du corpsAppareils pour les assujettir au corpsDispositifs maintenant le passage ou évitant l'affaissement de structures corporelles tubulaires, p. ex. stents
A medical device comprising a housing defining at least one enclosure for storing agent in a first form, a force applicator within the housing and adjacent the enclosure, a drive mechanism for moving the agent toward the force applicator, wherein the force applicator defines a surface for applying a force to the agent to separate the agent into particles smaller than a size of the first form, and wherein the device defines a lumen for receiving the particles from the force applicator and for receiving a pressurized fluid to propel the particles through the lumen.
A61M 37/00 - Autres appareils pour introduire des agents dans le corpsPercutanisation, c.-à-d. introduction de médicaments dans le corps par diffusion à travers la peau
A61M 5/155 - Perfusion sous pression, p. ex. utilisant des pompes utilisant des réservoirs sous pression, p. ex. au moyen de pistons mis sous pression par un gaz
A61M 5/315 - PistonsTiges de pistonGuidage, blocage, ou limitation des mouvements de la tigeAccessoires disposés sur la tige pour faciliter le dosage
A system for occluding a patient's left atrial appendage (LAA) includes an expandable frame and one or more expandable elements. The expandable frame is moveable from a collapsed delivery configuration to an expanded deployment configuration in which the expandable frame is adapted to span across at least a portion of the LAA, the expandable frame defining an LAA volume distal of the expandable frame once deployed. The one or more expandable elements are adapted to be deployed behind the expandable frame in order to fill at least part of the LAA volume distal of the expandable frame, each of the one or more expandable elements adapted to expand subsequent to delivery.
A61B 17/12 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour ligaturer ou comprimer par un autre moyen les parties tubulaires du corps, p. ex. les vaisseaux sanguins ou le cordon ombilical
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
5.
POLYOL-BASED MULTI-FUNCTIONAL COMPOUNDS FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS AND HYDROGELS FORMED FROM SAME
In some aspects, the present disclosure pertains to systems for forming hydrogels that comprise: (a) a reactive multi-functional compound comprising (i) a residue of a polyol that comprises two or more hydroxyl groups and (ii) a plurality of activated ester groups, each of which is linked to the polyol residue through a residue of a cyclic anhydride and (b) a reactive polymer comprising a plurality of nucleophilic groups that are reactive with the plurality of activated ester groups of the reactive multi-functional compound. In other aspects, the present disclosure provides methods of treatment comprising administering to a subject a mixture of the reactive multi-functional compound and the multi-arm polymer to a patient. In other aspects, the present disclosure provides crosslinked hydrogels that are formed from the reactive multi-functional compound and the multi-arm polymer.
A61L 31/14 - Matériaux caractérisés par leur fonction ou leurs propriétés physiques
C08G 63/12 - Polyesters dérivés soit d'acides hydroxycarboxyliques, soit d'acides polycarboxyliques et de composés polyhydroxylés dérivés d'acides polycarboxyliques et de composés polyhydroxylés
C08G 63/672 - Acides dicarboxyliques et composés dihydroxylés
A device, system, and method for engaging tissue and/or applying traction to tissue. A first component of a tissue-engaging device engages a first section of tissue while a second component of the tissue-engaging device engages a second section of tissue spaced apart from the first section of tissue. The first component may be configured to grasp target tissue at the first section, whereas the second component may be configured to simply engage, but not grasp, anchor tissue at the second section. Thus, the second component may grasp anchor tissue with the assistance of the second component, but may be readily removed from the anchor tissue without damaging the anchor tissue while the target tissue remains grasped by the second component.
Example medical devices are disclosed. An example medical device includes a balloon catheter (10) including a balloon (14) having a proximal waist (16), a distal waist (18) and a body portion extending therebetween. The medical device also includes an outer elongate member (12) having a proximal end region, a distal end region and a lumen extending therein. The medical device may also include an inner elongate member (40) extending within a portion of the lumen of the outer elongate member. The medical device may also include a manifold (30) coupled to the proximal end region of the outer elongate member and may further include a tensioning member (44) coupled to the proximal end region of the inner elongate member. The tensioning member is configured such that translating the tensioning member relative to the manifold allows axial tension to be maintained on the inner elongate member during deflation of the balloon.
A suction valve (15, 15a) for endoscopes (e.g., duodenoscopes) includes a valve element (58, 70) that rotates between open and closed positions in response to linear movement of a plunger (56, 72). In some examples, a meshing gear arrangement (62, 66, 100, 102) provides the mechanical interaction between the plunger and the valve element. In some examples, the valve element's rotation is by virtue of at least portions of the valve element being resiliently flexible. In some examples, the valve element's resilience urges the plunger to its relaxed home position. In some examples, the axis (76) about which the valve element rotates is parallel to the plunger's linear travel path (78). In some examples, the axis about which the valve element rotates is perpendicular to the plunger's linear travel path.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
10 - Appareils et instruments médicaux
Produits et services
Recorded medical software for performing ultrasounds of the
heart; downloadable medical software for performing
ultrasounds of the heart; tablet computers for use in
performing ultrasounds and controlling catheters; console
for performing ultrasounds and controlling catheters. Catheters; intracardiac catheter; intracardiac
echocardiography catheter; ultrasound catheter; medical
ultrasound apparatus.
10.
DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR AN INSTRUMENT ACCESSORY
The present disclosure, in its various aspects, is directed to instrument accessory devices, implementation methods, and related delivery systems. Embodiments according to the present disclosure, including as described herein, may increase the effectiveness and efficiency of endoscopic procedures, such as Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). In one example, an embodiment includes an instrument accessory device with an expandable member, the device configured to receive an instrument through an instrument lumen, wherein the outer surface may comprise an expandable material. The device may comprise a constrainment element disposed about the outer surface of the expandable member, the constrainment element comprising a proximal end, a distal end, an inner surface, and an outer surface.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/31 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments pour le rectum, p. ex. proctoscopes, sigmoïdoscopes
Example valve replacement devices and methods of using valve replacement devices are disclosed. An example device includes a framework including a plurality of strut members forming a proximal anchor region. The proximal anchor region includes a plurality of distal crowns and a first connector crown positioned along a distal end of the proximal anchor region. The device further includes a first commissure assembly coupled to the distal end, wherein the first commissure assembly includes a first commissure post, a first connector strut and a second connector strut. The device further includes one or more leaflets mounted at least partly within the framework. Further, the first and second connector struts each include a first end attached to the first commissure post and a second end attached to the first connector crown at a first pivot point. Further, the pivot point is positioned radially outward of the plurality of proximal crowns.
A self-expanding stent configured to shift between a delivery configuration and a deployed configuration, the self-expanding stent including a tubular body having a proximal end and a distal end. In embodiments, the tubular body of the self-expanding stent defines a proximal flange, a distal flange, and a saddle portion extending from the proximal flange to the distal flange. The proximal flange and/or the distal flange may include an open-cell foam material affixed adjacent to or within the proximal flange and/or the distal flange to promote tissue ingrowth therein. Additional flanges, flange orientations, materials, and disposition of materials for a self-expanding stent are also contemplated.
A61F 2/848 - Dispositifs maintenant le passage ou évitant l’affaissement de structures tubulaires du corps, p. ex. stents avec des moyens de fixation à la paroi du vaisseau, p. ex. des barbes
A61F 2/90 - Stents ayant une forme caractérisée par des éléments filiformesStents ayant une forme caractérisée par une structure de type filet ou de type à mailles caractérisés par une structure de type filet ou de type à mailles
13.
MEDICAL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS WITH ARTICULATING SHAFTS
Medical devices and systems with articulating shafts are described. The medical device may include a handle including an articulation mechanism, e.g., with an actuator configured to receive user input, and a shaft extending distally from the handle. The shaft may define an accessory channel that houses a composite cable extending from a proximal end of the shaft to a distal portion of the shaft. The composite cable may include at least one electrical wire operable coupled to at least one electronic component at or proximate a distal end of the shaft. The articulation mechanism may be configured to articulate the distal portion of the shaft by controlling movement of the composite cable by the user input received by the actuator.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/05 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments combinés avec des dispositifs photographiques ou de télévision caractérisés par le fait que le capteur d'images, p. ex. l'appareil photographique, est placé dans la partie de l'extrémité distale
14.
IN VIVO CROSSLINKABLE HYDROGELS WITH GOLD NANOPARTICLES FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS
In some aspects, the present disclosure pertains to systems that comprise (a) a reactive polymer comprising a plurality of first hydrophilic polymer segments and a plurality of first reactive moieties, (b) a reactive multifunctional compound comprising a plurality of second reactive moieties, and (c) gold nanoparticles that are functionalized with a plurality of second hydrophilic polymer segments. In other aspects, the present disclosure pertains to crosslinked reaction products formed from such systems. In further aspects, the present disclosure pertains to methods of treatment using systems and such crosslinked reaction products.
A hub and sheath assembly configured to selectively fluidly couple a lumen of the sheath with an exterior thereof. The hub and sheath assembly may comprise a valve hub including a lumen extending therethrough. An elongate shaft may extend from a proximal end region to a distal end region and include a lumen extending therebetween. The elongate shaft may be coupled to the valve hub. A fluid bypass mechanism may extend through a sidewall of the elongate shaft. The fluid bypass mechanism may be configured to selectively fluidly couple the lumen of the elongate shaft with an exterior thereof.
Operating an implanted fluid-operated device having a pump operated by a piezoelectric element includes: providing a waveform of electrical energy from an implanted battery to the piezoelectric element to drive the piezoelectric element to repeatedly change a volume of a fluid chamber defined between a base plate and a deformable diaphragm, the fluid chamber being in fluidic connection with the fluid reservoir and with the inflatable member, by deforming the deformable diaphragm to pump fluid from the fluid reservoir to the inflatable member; determining a first electrical parameter of the waveform of electrical energy provided to the piezoelectric element; comparing the determined first electrical parameter to a predetermined parameter; and based on the determined first electrical parameter, changing the electrical waveform provided to the piezoelectric element.
A medical device may comprise a first wall defining a first lumen. The first lumen may be configured to receive a shaft of a medical scope. Further, the medical device may include at least one second wall defining a second lumen. The at least one second lumen may be configured to receive an accessory device. The at least one second wall may include a perforation that may extend longitudinally along the at least one second wall.
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 17/02 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour maintenir les blessures ouvertes, p. ex. rétracteursÉcarteurs
18.
GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE FOR VASCULAR STENT EXPANSION VISUALIZATION
The present disclosure provides a graphical user interface (GUI) arranged to convey information related to the IVUS images and stent expansion to a user. The GUIs can be generated to include a longitudinal depiction of the vessel and lumen borders as well as a deployed stent. A slider to navigate along the longitudinal axis of the vessel is provided where a stent expansion ratio is dynamically updated based on the slider location.
A61B 8/12 - Diagnostic utilisant des ondes ultrasonores, sonores ou infrasonores dans des cavités ou des conduits du corps, p. ex. en utilisant des cathéters
A suction valve for endoscopes (e.g., duodenoscopes) includes a valve element that rotates between open and closed positions in response to linear movement of a plunger. In some examples, a meshing gear arrangement provides the mechanical interaction between the plunger and the valve element. In some examples, the valve element's rotation is by virtue of at least portions of the valve element being resiliently flexible. In some examples, the valve element's resilience urges the plunger to its relaxed home position. In some examples, the axis about which the valve element rotates is parallel to the plunger's linear travel path. In some examples, the axis about which the valve element rotates is perpendicular to the plunger's linear travel path.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
20.
MEDICAL DEVICES FOR USE DURING A STONE REMOVAL INTERVENTION
Medical devices for use during a stone removal intervention as well as methods for treating a stone along a urinary tract are disclosed. An example medical device may include an elongate shaft having an injection lumen formed therein. The elongate shaft may be configured to navigate through a body lumen or a body tissue to a position adjacent to a stone disposed along a urinary tract and/or adjacent to a kidney. The capturing substance may be disposed within the injection lumen and may be configured to be injected into the urinary tract adjacent to the stone.
A61B 17/22 - Instruments pour comprimer les ulcères ou similaires placés sur les organes internes du corpsInstruments pour curer les cavités des organes du corps, p. ex. des osInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination ou la destruction invasives des calculs utilisant des vibrations mécaniquesInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination non prévue ailleurs des obstructions dans les vaisseaux sanguins
A61B 18/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci
A61B 18/26 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci par application de radiations électromagnétiques, p. ex. de micro-ondes en utilisant des lasers le faisceau étant dirigé le long, ou à l'intérieur d'un conduit flexible, p. ex. d'une fibre optiquePièces à main à cet effet pour produire une onde de choc, p. ex. lithotritie par laser
A device, system, and method for engaging tissue and/or applying traction to tissue. A first component of a tissue-engaging device engages a first section of tissue while a second component of the tissue-engaging device engages a second section of tissue spaced apart from the first section of tissue. The first component may be configured to grasp target tissue at the first section, whereas the second component may be configured to simply engage, but not grasp, anchor tissue at the second section. Thus, the second component may grasp anchor tissue with the assistance of the second component, but may be readily removed from the anchor tissue without damaging the anchor tissue while the target tissue remains grasped by the second component.
The present disclosure relates generally to the field of medical devices and establishing access to body passageways. In particular, the present disclosure relates to devices, systems and methods to facilitate entry of an endoscopic accessory tool into and/or through patient-specific anatomies. For example, the devices, systems and methods of the present disclosure may transmit mechanical motion to the distal end of an endoscopic accessory tool to facilitate atraumatic access to tortuous or otherwise restricted anatomies.
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/04 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments combinés avec des dispositifs photographiques ou de télévision
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 18/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci
A61M 25/01 - Introduction, guidage, avance, mise en place ou maintien en position des cathéters
Disclosed is a medical system that may comprise: a shaft having a working channel; a first medical instrument extending through the working channel; a second medical instrument disposed radially outside the shaft. The first medical instrument may be a tensioning tool and the second medical instrument may be a cutting tool comprising a first blade and a second blade. The first blade may be attached to a first actuation wire and the second blade may be attached to a second actuation wire.
A medical device may comprise a first wall defining a first lumen. The first lumen may be configured to receive a shaft of a medical scope. Further, the medical device may include at least one second wall defining a second lumen. The at least one second lumen may be configured to receive an accessory device. The at least one second wall may include a perforation that may extend longitudinally along the at least one second wall.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
25.
MONITORING AND EXTENDING PERFORMANCE OF IMPLANTABLE PIEZOELECTRIC-OPERATED PUMP BASED ON VOLTAGE AND CURRENT MEASUREMENTS
Implanted fluid-operated device (100) having a pump (106A) operated by a piezoelectric element comprising driving circuitry (108E) for providing a waveform of electrical energy from an implanted battery (108D) to the piezoelectric element to drive the piezoelectric element to repeatedly change a volume of a fluid chamber defined between a base plate and a deformable diaphragm, the fluid chamber being in fluidic connection with the fluid reservoir and with the inflatable member, wherein by deforming the deformable diaphragm fluid is pumped from the fluid reservoir to the inflatable member, the device further comprising a first monitor circuit for determining a first electrical parameter of the waveform of electrical energy provided to the piezoelectric element; and a processor (108A) comparing the determined first electrical parameter to a predetermined parameter; and based on the determined first electrical parameter, changing the electrical waveform provided to the piezoelectric element.
A61F 2/00 - Filtres implantables dans les vaisseaux sanguinsProthèses, c.-à-d. éléments de substitution ou de remplacement pour des parties du corpsAppareils pour les assujettir au corpsDispositifs maintenant le passage ou évitant l'affaissement de structures corporelles tubulaires, p. ex. stents
26.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ECCENTRIC NODULE TISSUE ACQUISITION
The present disclosure relates to the field of endoscopy. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to systems and methods for real-time visualization and sampling of target tissue within body passages. In particular, the present disclosure relates to a system that provides real-time visualization of eccentric pulmonary nodules, and which allows the location/orientation of a biopsy needle to be determined prior to its first actuation.
A61B 10/04 - Instruments endoscopiques, p. ex. instruments de type cathéther
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
A61B 8/00 - Diagnostic utilisant des ondes ultrasonores, sonores ou infrasonores
A61B 8/12 - Diagnostic utilisant des ondes ultrasonores, sonores ou infrasonores dans des cavités ou des conduits du corps, p. ex. en utilisant des cathéters
A61B 10/02 - Instruments pour prélever des échantillons cellulaires ou pour la biopsie
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
27.
SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR AN ENDOSCOPE TUBELESS WORKING CHANNEL
An endoscopic device has a handle including an adapter, a shaft connected to the handle, and one or more wires within the handle. The adapter defines one or more openings in a side or proximal end of the adapter. The shaft has a plurality of lumens extending from a proximal end of the shaft to a distal end of the shaft. A first lumen of the plurality of lumens is a working channel for receiving a medical instrument. Each of the one or more wires enter through the one or more openings in the adapter for guiding the one or more wires to a corresponding lumen other than the first lumen and to the distal end of the shaft.
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/015 - Commande de l'alimentation en fluide ou de l'évacuation de fluide
A61B 1/05 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments combinés avec des dispositifs photographiques ou de télévision caractérisés par le fait que le capteur d'images, p. ex. l'appareil photographique, est placé dans la partie de l'extrémité distale
A61B 1/06 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments avec dispositifs d'éclairement
A medical device may comprise a plurality of prongs, each of the prongs having a sensor configured to detect a flow of fluid; and a sleeve disposed radially outward of the plurality of prongs. The sleeve may be configured to move proximally and distally relative to the plurality of prongs to transition the plurality of prongs from a contracted configuration to an expanded configuration.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 5/00 - Mesure servant à établir un diagnostic Identification des individus
A medical device comprising a shaft, a handle including a proximal portion and a distal portion, wherein the distal portion is fixed to a proximal portion of the shaft, and a channel extending from the handle into the shaft, wherein the channel includes a proximal channel and a distal channel, the proximal channel being rotatable relative to the distal channel and aligned with the distal channel throughout rotation of the proximal channel, wherein the proximal portion includes the proximal channel and the distal portion includes the distal channel, wherein the distal portion is rotatable relative to the proximal portion of the handle, and the shaft is configured to rotate with the distal portion of the handle.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
A61B 1/267 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments pour les voies respiratoires, p. ex. laryngoscopes, bronchoscopes
A61M 25/01 - Introduction, guidage, avance, mise en place ou maintien en position des cathéters
A medical valve may comprise a valve stem and an operation portion. The operation portion may include a stationary portion, a movable portion which is movable relative to the stationary portion and fixed relative to the valve stem, a seal disposed between the stationary portion and the movable portion, and a biasing member. Movement of the movable portion in a first direction may cause deformation of the biasing member, such that a restorative force of the biasing member urges movement of the movable portion in a second direction opposite the first direction. A frictional force between the seal and one of the stationary portion and the movable portion resists the movement of the movable portion in the second direction.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/12 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments avec système de refroidissement ou de rinçage
31.
GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE FOR VASCULAR STENT EXPANSION VISUALIZATION
The present disclosure provides a graphical user interface (GUI) arranged to convey information related to the IVUS images and stent expansion to a user. The GUIs can be generated to include a longitudinal depiction of the vessel and lumen borders as well as a deployed stent. A slider to navigate along the longitudinal axis of the vessel is provided where a stent expansion ratio is dynamically updated based on the slider location.
A61B 8/12 - Diagnostic utilisant des ondes ultrasonores, sonores ou infrasonores dans des cavités ou des conduits du corps, p. ex. en utilisant des cathéters
A61B 8/00 - Diagnostic utilisant des ondes ultrasonores, sonores ou infrasonores
Medical devices for use during a stone removal intervention as well as methods for treating a stone along a urinary tract are disclosed. An example medical device may include an elongate shaft having an injection lumen formed therein. The elongate shaft may be configured to navigate through a body lumen or a body tissue to a position adjacent to a stone disposed along a urinary tract and/or adjacent to a kidney. The capturing substance may be disposed within the injection lumen and may be configured to be injected into the urinary tract adjacent to the stone.
A61B 17/22 - Instruments pour comprimer les ulcères ou similaires placés sur les organes internes du corpsInstruments pour curer les cavités des organes du corps, p. ex. des osInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination ou la destruction invasives des calculs utilisant des vibrations mécaniquesInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination non prévue ailleurs des obstructions dans les vaisseaux sanguins
33.
MEDICAL DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING TRACTION TO TISSUE
Disclosed is a medical system that may comprise: a shaft having a working channel; a first medical instrument extending through the working channel; a second medical instrument disposed radially outside the shaft. The first medical instrument may be a tensioning tool and the second medical instrument may be a cutting tool comprising a first blade and a second blade. The first blade may be attached to a first actuation wire and the second blade may be attached to a second actuation wire.
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 17/02 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour maintenir les blessures ouvertes, p. ex. rétracteursÉcarteurs
A61B 18/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci
A medical device that comprises a rim defining a loop in a plane and defining a width measured perpendicular to the plane, at least one wire coupled to a distal end of the rim and extending proximally from the distal end out of the plane to a proximal end of the rim, the at least one wire having a cross-sectional dimension measured perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the at least one wire, the cross-sectional dimension being smaller than the width of the rim, and a sheath configured to cover at least a portion of the rim and a portion of the at least one wire.
A handle for a medical device includes a distal portion extending longitudinally and including a distal channel extending therethrough, the distal end of the distal portion including a connector configured to connect to a proximal end of an endoscope, a central portion slidably connected to the distal portion, the central portion extending longitudinally. The handle also includes a central channel extending therethrough, the distal end of the central portion connected to a sheath, the central portion including an introducer port extending laterally therefrom so that an auxiliary tool inserted through the introducer port is directed through a lumen of the sheath. Further, the handle includes a proximal portion slidably connected to the central portion, the proximal portion extending longitudinally and including a proximal channel extending therethrough, the distal end of the proximal portion connected to a needle so that the needle is passed through the lumen.
A61B 10/04 - Instruments endoscopiques, p. ex. instruments de type cathéther
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
A61B 8/00 - Diagnostic utilisant des ondes ultrasonores, sonores ou infrasonores
A61B 8/12 - Diagnostic utilisant des ondes ultrasonores, sonores ou infrasonores dans des cavités ou des conduits du corps, p. ex. en utilisant des cathéters
A61B 10/02 - Instruments pour prélever des échantillons cellulaires ou pour la biopsie
A medical device may comprise a handle, a first shaft extending from a distal end of the handle, and a second shaft extending a lumen of the first shaft. The handle may further include a first actuator and a second actuator. The first shaft may include (1) a plurality of lumens extending therethrough, (2) a distal face, and (3) a longitudinal axis. Actuation of the first actuator may articulate a distal portion of the first shaft. The second shaft may be axially movable relative to the first shaft such that the second shaft extends out of a distal opening of the first lumen and distally of the distal face. Actuation of the second actuator may articulate a distal portion of the second shaft.
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/012 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires
A61B 1/05 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments combinés avec des dispositifs photographiques ou de télévision caractérisés par le fait que le capteur d'images, p. ex. l'appareil photographique, est placé dans la partie de l'extrémité distale
A61B 1/06 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments avec dispositifs d'éclairement
An implant delivery system includes an elongate shaft assembly including an implant holding portion configured to constrain the implant in a collapsed configuration. The shaft assembly includes a stent holder configured to engage the implant and a plurality of longitudinal marker elements. The marker elements are spaced distally from stent holder and configured to align commissure posts of the implant with native commissures under fluoroscopy. The shaft assembly may include a distal cap extending distal of the marker elements. The marker elements are disposed inward of the cap. Each marker element may include a non-longitudinal directional marker element. A method of delivering the implant includes configuring an imaging device to produce a 3-cusp view, advancing the delivery system adjacent the native valve, imaging to determine an initial orientation, rotating the delivery system to position a middle marker element in a posterior position; and deploying the implant.
A61F 2/966 - Instruments spécialement adaptés pour insérer ou retirer les stents ou les endoprothèses déployables couvertes possédant une gaine extérieure avec un mouvement longitudinal relatif entre la gaine extérieure et la prothèse, p. ex. utilisant une tige poussoir
38.
APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR LOADING A REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE IMPLANT
An apparatus for loading a heart valve implant in an implant delivery system includes a stent crimping device including a central aperture and at least one radial compression mechanism, and a loading tube including a support structure attached to the loading tube and couplable to the crimping device. A method of loading the implant in the delivery system includes positioning the implant over the delivery system within the central aperture, compressing a distal portion of the implant, translating a distal sheath of the delivery system over the distal portion, translating the crimping device off the delivery system, sliding the loading tube over a proximal portion of the implant, translating the crimping device over the distal sheath and coupling the support structure to the crimping device, positioning a proximal sheath of the delivery system adjacent the crimping device, compressing the proximal portion, and translating the proximal sheath over the proximal portion.
An apparatus for loading a heart valve implant in an implant delivery system includes a stent crimping device including a central aperture and at least one radial compression mechanism, and a loading tube including a support structure attached to the loading tube and couplable to the crimping device. A method of loading the implant in the delivery system includes positioning the implant over the delivery system within the central aperture, compressing a distal portion of the implant, translating a distal sheath of the delivery system over the distal portion, translating the crimping device off the delivery system, sliding the loading tube over a proximal portion of the implant, translating the crimping device over the distal sheath and coupling the support structure to the crimping device, positioning a proximal sheath of the delivery system adjacent the crimping device, compressing the proximal portion, and translating the proximal sheath over the proximal portion.
Embodiments herein relate to systems and devices for processing cerebrospinal fluid. In an embodiment, a cerebrospinal fluid processing system is included having a fluid intake line, a target compound capture device, and a fluid return line. The target compound capture device can define an internal volume. The target compound capture device can include a capture element disposed on a surface of and/or within the internal volume. The capture element can include a copolymer including at least two of n-isopropyl acrylamide, t-butylacrylamide, and acrylic acid. Other embodiments are also included herein.
A system includes first and second clips. The first clip includes a first capsule having a first channel and first clip arms, proximal ends of which are slidably received within the first channel to move the first arms between (a) first distal ends of the first arms are separated to receive tissue and (b) the first ends are drawn to grip tissue. The second clip includes a second capsule having a second channel and second clip arms, proximal ends of which are slidably received within the second channel to move the second arms between (a) second distal ends of the second arms are separated to receive tissue and (b) the second ends are drawn to grip tissue. The second ends engage a pivot feature of the first clip so that the first and second clips are releasably and pivotally connected to one another in an insertion configuration.
A61B 17/04 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour refermer les plaies ou les maintenir ferméesAccessoires utilisés en liaison avec ces opérations pour la suture des plaiesSupports ou emballages pour aiguilles ou matériaux de suture
A61B 17/10 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour refermer les plaies ou les maintenir ferméesAccessoires utilisés en liaison avec ces opérations pour poser ou retirer les clamps pour blessuresChargeurs de clamps pour blessures
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
43.
REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE SYSTEM AND METHOD OF LOADING A REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE IMPLANT
A replacement heart valve system includes an implant delivery subassembly couplable to an implant delivery system. The subassembly includes a first elongate shaft and a stent holder fixedly attached at a distal end of the first elongate shaft, a replacement heart valve implant, and a distal sheath disposed over a distal portion of the implant with a proximal portion of the implant disposed outside of the distal sheath in a pre-loaded configuration. The subassembly is initially physically separate from the delivery system in the pre-loaded configuration. A method of loading the implant into the replacement heart valve system includes positioning the subassembly adjacent to the delivery system, coupling the subassembly to the delivery system in the pre-loaded configuration, and thereafter shifting a proximal sheath of the delivery system over the proximal portion of the implant.
Medical and surgical devices, namely, medical device and surgical instrument for use in diagnosis and surgery of the gastro-intestinal tract; endoscopic equipment for medical purposes, namely, endoscopic devices and instruments, endoscopic ultrasound (eus) guided devices; medical guidewires and surgical guide systems comprising of a stent, sharp, cannula and cystotome; medical stents; drainage appliances for surgical procedures, namely, biliary drainage devices for choledochoduodenostomy, hepaticogastrostomy, and rendezvous procedures, pancreatic access.
A medical device includes an end effector assembly at a distal end of the medical device. The assembly comprises a pair of jaw members, a pair of electrodes including first and second electrodes, and first and second conductive wires attached to the first and second electrodes, respectively. Each jaw member includes a jaw and a tang, the jaw being transitionable between open and closed configurations for respectively receiving and collecting a tissue portion as a sample. The first and second conductive wires extend to a proximal end of the medical device and are removably connectable to a computing device configured to generate and provide electrical signals to, and determine an impedance measurement of the tissue portion based on response signals received from, the pair of electrodes contacting the tissue portion, and generate and provide a user interface indicating whether to collect the tissue portion based on the impedance measurement.
Medical devices, medical systems, and related methods for providing traction to tissue are described herein. The disclosure includes a medical system. The medical system including an inner sheath defining a first lumen, an outer sheath defining a second lumen, and an anchor that is fixedly coupled to the inner sheath. The outer sheath is configured to be retracted proximally to transition the anchor from a second configuration to a first configuration. In the first configuration, the anchor is exposed and has an expanded configuration. In the second configuration, the anchor is received within the second lumen and is collapsed between the inner sheath and the outer sheath. The anchor is configured to anchor the inner sheath relative to a luminal wall.
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
49.
REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE SYSTEM AND METHOD OF LOADING A REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE IMPLANT
A replacement heart valve system includes an implant delivery subassembly couplable to an implant delivery system. The subassembly includes a first elongate shaft and a stent holder fixedly attached at a distal end of the first elongate shaft, a replacement heart valve implant, and a distal sheath disposed over a distal portion of the implant with a proximal portion of the implant disposed outside of the distal sheath in a pre-loaded configuration. The subassembly is initially physically separate from the delivery system in the pre-loaded configuration. A method of loading the implant into the replacement heart valve system includes positioning the subassembly adjacent to the delivery system, coupling the subassembly to the delivery system in the pre-loaded configuration, and thereafter shifting a proximal sheath of the delivery system over the proximal portion of the implant.
A61F 2/00 - Filtres implantables dans les vaisseaux sanguinsProthèses, c.-à-d. éléments de substitution ou de remplacement pour des parties du corpsAppareils pour les assujettir au corpsDispositifs maintenant le passage ou évitant l'affaissement de structures corporelles tubulaires, p. ex. stents
A61F 2/966 - Instruments spécialement adaptés pour insérer ou retirer les stents ou les endoprothèses déployables couvertes possédant une gaine extérieure avec un mouvement longitudinal relatif entre la gaine extérieure et la prothèse, p. ex. utilisant une tige poussoir
Medical devices and methods of using medical devices are disclosed. An example tissue retraction device includes a first tissue engagement member coupled to an elastic member by a coupling assembly. The coupling assembly including a first coupler body having a first end region and a first compression member. Further, the first end region of the first coupler body is configured to extend into a portion of a lumen of the elastic member and the compression member is designed to compress the elastic member onto the first coupler body such that the elastic member is fixedly engaged with the coupler body.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 17/02 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour maintenir les blessures ouvertes, p. ex. rétracteursÉcarteurs
An endoscopic system includes an endoscopic imager configured to capture image frames of a target site within a living body and a processor configured to apply a spatial transform to a preliminary set of image frames, the spatial transform converting the image frames into cylindrical coordinates; calculate a map image from the spatially transformed image frames, each pixel position in the map image being defined with a vector of fixed dimension; align a current image frame with the map image and apply the spatial transform to the current image frame; fuse the spatially transformed current image frame to the map image to generate a fused image; and apply an inverse spatial transform to the fused image to generate an enhanced current image frame having a greater spatial resolution than the current image frame. The system also includes a display displaying the enhanced current image frame.
G06T 5/50 - Amélioration ou restauration d'image utilisant plusieurs images, p. ex. moyenne ou soustraction
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 5/06 - Dispositifs autres que ceux à radiation, pour détecter ou localiser les corps étrangers
G06T 3/04 - Transformations préservant le contexte, p. ex. utilisant une carte d’importance
G06T 3/14 - Transformations pour le recalage d’images, p. ex. ajustement ou mappage pour l’alignement d’images
G06T 3/4053 - Changement d'échelle d’images complètes ou de parties d’image, p. ex. agrandissement ou rétrécissement basé sur la super-résolution, c.-à-d. où la résolution de l’image obtenue est plus élevée que la résolution du capteur
G06T 7/32 - Détermination des paramètres de transformation pour l'alignement des images, c.-à-d. recalage des images utilisant des procédés basés sur la corrélation
G06T 7/55 - Récupération de la profondeur ou de la forme à partir de plusieurs images
G06T 7/70 - Détermination de la position ou de l'orientation des objets ou des caméras
The present disclosure is directed to a medical instrument. The medical instrument may include a delivery device and a retraction mechanism including a target tissue anchor and a first stabilizing anchor, wherein the target tissue anchor attaches to target tissue and connects to the delivery device.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 17/02 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour maintenir les blessures ouvertes, p. ex. rétracteursÉcarteurs
A61B 17/04 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour refermer les plaies ou les maintenir ferméesAccessoires utilisés en liaison avec ces opérations pour la suture des plaiesSupports ou emballages pour aiguilles ou matériaux de suture
A61B 17/10 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour refermer les plaies ou les maintenir ferméesAccessoires utilisés en liaison avec ces opérations pour poser ou retirer les clamps pour blessuresChargeurs de clamps pour blessures
A61B 17/122 - Clamps ou pinces, p. ex. pour le cordon ombilical
A61B 17/22 - Instruments pour comprimer les ulcères ou similaires placés sur les organes internes du corpsInstruments pour curer les cavités des organes du corps, p. ex. des osInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination ou la destruction invasives des calculs utilisant des vibrations mécaniquesInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination non prévue ailleurs des obstructions dans les vaisseaux sanguins
A medical device that includes a first body including a first actuation wire having a first connector that extends outwardly from the first body, and a second body including a second actuation wire having a second connector that is disposed within the second body. The first connector is configured to engage the second connector in response to the second body mating with the first body, and to deform the second connector in response to the first body disengaging the second body.
A61B 1/012 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires
54.
CRYOABLATION ICEBALL FORMATION MONITORING DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS
Disclosed herein are devices, systems, and methods for monitoring a formation of an iceball at a cryoablation needle. An example method includes receiving an impedance from at least one electrode in an electrode arrangement that is disposed at a cryoablation needle distal portion. The electrode arrangement is configured to engage the iceball as the iceball is formed over the cryoablation needle distal portion so as to cause a change in the impedance. The example method includes determining one or more physical attributes of the iceball based on a rate of the change in the impedance.
A61B 18/02 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci par refroidissement, p. ex. techniques cryogéniques
A61B 18/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
An implantable stent may include a braided tubular member formed of braided wires and including radially outward wire segments crossing over and positioned radially outward of radially inward wire segments at a plurality of crossover points. Also, the radially outward wire segments may be coated with a coating and the radially inward wire segments may be uncoated and devoid of the coating.
A61F 2/90 - Stents ayant une forme caractérisée par des éléments filiformesStents ayant une forme caractérisée par une structure de type filet ou de type à mailles caractérisés par une structure de type filet ou de type à mailles
A61F 2/86 - Stents ayant une forme caractérisée par des éléments filiformesStents ayant une forme caractérisée par une structure de type filet ou de type à mailles
A61F 2/88 - Stents ayant une forme caractérisée par des éléments filiformesStents ayant une forme caractérisée par une structure de type filet ou de type à mailles les éléments filiformes étant sous forme d’enroulements hélicoïdaux ou en spirale
56.
MEDICAL DEVICES FOR IMPEDANCE-GUIDED TISSUE SAMPLE COLLECTION
A medical device includes an end effector assembly at a distal end of the medical device. The assembly comprises a pair of jaw members, a pair of electrodes including first and second electrodes, and first and second conductive wires attached to the first and second electrodes, respectively. Each jaw member includes a jaw and a tang, the jaw being transitionable between open and closed configurations for respectively receiving and collecting a tissue portion as a sample. The first and second conductive wires extend to a proximal end of the medical device and are removably connectable to a computing device configured to generate and provide electrical signals to, and determine an impedance measurement of the tissue portion based on response signals received from, the pair of electrodes contacting the tissue portion, and generate and provide a user interface indicating whether to collect the tissue portion based on the impedance measurement.
Medical devices and systems with a rotatable shaft are described herein. The disclosure includes a medical device. The medical device includes a shaft, a handle, and a rotation assembly. The rotation assembly is positioned at a distal end of the handle. A proximal portion of the shaft is fixedly coupled to the rotation assembly. The rotation assembly includes a guide member. The guide member is fixedly coupled to the handle. The rotation assembly also includes a rotational member. The rotational member is rotatable relative to the guide member and the handle. The shaft is configured to rotate with the rotational member.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
According to a general aspect, an apparatus having an elongate member defining a lumen. The elongate member being configured to be disposed within a body of a patient. The apparatus having a flow meter configured to measure fluid flow through the lumen of the elongate member. The apparatus also having a pressure sensor.
A61B 5/027 - Mesure du débit sanguin utilisant des moyens électromagnétiques, p. ex. débitmètre électromagnétique utilisant des cathéters
A61B 5/00 - Mesure servant à établir un diagnostic Identification des individus
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
Disclosed solutions relate to an electronic package for a medical device. In an example, the electronic package includes an electronic device with a rear device surface having a device electrical contact. The device further includes a printed circuit board (PCB) having a PCB surface with one or more electrical traces and an edge surface transverse to the PCB surface. The edge surface faces and is spaced from the rear device surface. The package further includes an electrical component fixed to the PCB surface and electrically connected with the device electrical contact and the one or more electrical traces.
A61B 1/05 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments combinés avec des dispositifs photographiques ou de télévision caractérisés par le fait que le capteur d'images, p. ex. l'appareil photographique, est placé dans la partie de l'extrémité distale
H04N 23/54 - Montage de tubes analyseurs, de capteurs d'images électroniques, de bobines de déviation ou de focalisation
Medical devices, medical systems, and related methods for providing traction to tissue are described herein. The disclosure includes a medical system. The medical system including an inner sheath defining a first lumen, an outer sheath defining a second lumen, and an anchor that is fixedly coupled to the inner sheath. The outer sheath is configured to be retracted proximally to transition the anchor from a second configuration to a first configuration. In the first configuration, the anchor is exposed and has an expanded configuration. In the second configuration, the anchor is received within the second lumen and is collapsed between the inner sheath and the outer sheath. The anchor is configured to anchor the inner sheath relative to a luminal wall.
A61B 17/02 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour maintenir les blessures ouvertes, p. ex. rétracteursÉcarteurs
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 17/22 - Instruments pour comprimer les ulcères ou similaires placés sur les organes internes du corpsInstruments pour curer les cavités des organes du corps, p. ex. des osInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination ou la destruction invasives des calculs utilisant des vibrations mécaniquesInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination non prévue ailleurs des obstructions dans les vaisseaux sanguins
A system includes first and second clips. The first clip includes a first capsule having a first channel and first clip arms, proximal ends of which are slidably received within the first channel to move the first arms between (a) first distal ends of the first arms are separated to receive tissue and (b) the first ends are drawn to grip tissue. The second clip includes a second capsule having a second channel and second clip arms, proximal ends of which are slidably received within the second channel to move the second arms between (a) second distal ends of the second arms are separated to receive tissue and (b) the second ends are drawn to grip tissue. The second ends engage a pivot feature of the first clip so that the first and second clips are releasably and pivotally connected to one another in an insertion configuration.
According to a general aspect, an apparatus having an elongate member defining a lumen. The elongate member being configured to be disposed within a body of a patient. The apparatus having a flow meter configured to measure fluid flow through the lumen of the elongate member. The apparatus also having a pressure sensor.
Medical devices and systems with a rotatable shaft are described herein. The disclosure includes a medical device. The medical device includes a shaft, a handle, and a rotation assembly. The rotation assembly is positioned at a distal end of the handle. A proximal portion of the shaft is fixedly coupled to the rotation assembly. The rotation assembly includes a guide member. The guide member is fixedly coupled to the handle. The rotation assembly also includes a rotational member. The rotational member is rotatable relative to the guide member and the handle. The shaft is configured to rotate with the rotational member.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
Disclosed solutions relate to an electronic package for a medical device. In an example, the electronic package includes an electronic device with a rear device surface having a device electrical contact. The device further includes a printed circuit board (PCB) having a PCB surface with one or more electrical traces and an edge surface transverse to the PCB surface. The edge surface faces and is spaced from the rear device surface. The package further includes an electrical component fixed to the PCB surface and electrically connected with the device electrical contact and the one or more electrical traces.
A61B 1/05 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments combinés avec des dispositifs photographiques ou de télévision caractérisés par le fait que le capteur d'images, p. ex. l'appareil photographique, est placé dans la partie de l'extrémité distale
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
An implant delivery system includes an elongate shaft assembly including an implant holding portion configured to constrain the implant in a collapsed configuration. The shaft assembly includes a stent holder configured to engage the implant and a plurality of longitudinal marker elements. The marker elements are spaced distally from stent holder and configured to align commissure posts of the implant with native commissures under fluoroscopy. The shaft assembly may include a distal cap extending distal of the marker elements. The marker elements are disposed inward of the cap. Each marker element may include a non-longitudinal directional marker element. A method of delivering the implant includes configuring an imaging device to produce a 3-cusp view, advancing the delivery system adjacent the native valve, imaging to determine an initial orientation, rotating the delivery system to position a middle marker element in a posterior position; and deploying the implant.
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
66.
METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR ESTABLISHING RETROGRADE CAROTID ARTERIAL BLOOD FLOW
Devices and methods establish and facilitate retrograde or reverse flow blood circulation in the region of the carotid artery bifurcation in order to limit or prevent the release of emboli into the cerebral vasculature such as into the internal carotid artery. The methods are particularly useful for interventional procedures performed through a transcarotid approach or transfemoral into the common carotid artery.
A61M 39/06 - Soupapes hémostatiques, c.-à-d. éléments formant joint autour d'une aiguille, d'un cathéter ou similaire, et se fermant après leur retrait
Devices and methods establish and facilitate retrograde or reverse flow blood circulation in the region of the carotid artery bifurcation in order to limit or prevent the release of emboli into the cerebral vasculature such as into the internal carotid artery. The methods are particularly useful for interventional procedures performed through a transcarotid approach or transfemoral into the common carotid artery.
A61M 39/06 - Soupapes hémostatiques, c.-à-d. éléments formant joint autour d'une aiguille, d'un cathéter ou similaire, et se fermant après leur retrait
An interventional catheter for treating an artery includes an elongated body sized and shaped to be transcervically introduced into a common carotid artery at an access location in the neck. The elongated body has an overall length such that the distal most section can be positioned in an intracranial artery and at least a portion of the proximal most section is positioned in the common carotid artery during use.
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 17/22 - Instruments pour comprimer les ulcères ou similaires placés sur les organes internes du corpsInstruments pour curer les cavités des organes du corps, p. ex. des osInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination ou la destruction invasives des calculs utilisant des vibrations mécaniquesInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination non prévue ailleurs des obstructions dans les vaisseaux sanguins
A61B 17/221 - Dispositifs de préhension des calculs en forme de boucles ou de paniers
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
A61F 2/01 - Filtres implantables dans les vaisseaux sanguins
A61M 25/01 - Introduction, guidage, avance, mise en place ou maintien en position des cathéters
A61M 25/06 - Aiguilles avec un guide pour piquer le corps ou analogues
A bi-directional steerable catheter (100) includes a handle (110) and a steerable elongate sheath (140) extending distally from the handle. A rotatable knob (124) may be actuated to cause a distal portion of the steerable elongate sheath to bend in a first direction or a second direction. An auto lock feature holds the rotatable knob at its rotational position when a user releases the rotatable knob. The auto lock feature may include particular geometries, materials and surface roughness parameters.
Medical apparatus, namely, single-use air, water, suction and biopsy valve sets in the nature of valves specifically utilized with flexible gastrointestinal endoscopes for medical purposes
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
41 - Éducation, divertissements, activités sportives et culturelles
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
maintenance and repair of medical apparatus; repair and maintenance of medical instruments, apparatus, and equipment; maintenance and repair of medical devices; providing information relating to the repair and maintenance of medical devices, instruments, apparatus, and equipment providing safety training for health care professionals; providing workplace safety training for health care professionals; providing training courses in the field of medical device safety; training in the use and operation of medical instruments, devices, and apparatus and consultation relating thereto software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for guiding health care professionals through medical device maintenance and repair
Medical devices and related methods useful for facilitating the rotation of a medical device to multiple planes are described. The medical device may include a handle that comprises a proximal portion and a distal portion coupled to the proximal portion by a connector configured to be gripped by a user. The distal portion may be rotatable relative to the proximal portion by rotation of the connector and an articulation mechanism may be disposed within the proximal portion and the distal portion of the handle and extend through the connector. The articulation mechanism may be configured to control articulation of a shaft coupled to the handle and includes a coupler translatable relative to the connector independent of rotating the connector.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
74.
MEDICAL SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING ONE OR MORE TREATMENT AGENTS
Boston Scientific Medical Device Limited (Irlande)
Inventeur(s)
Sharma, Deepak Kumar
Aradhye, Charudatta Chandrakant
Bagley, Kevin L.
Abrégé
Disclosed is a medical device comprising: a handle; a shaft extending from a distal end of the handle, the shaft defining a lumen; a pull wire disposed in the lumen of the shaft; and an agent delivery member connected to a distal end of the pull. The agent delivery member may comprise an expandable member and an absorbent member. The expandable member may be configured to transition from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration, and the expandable member may be biased to the expanded configuration.
A61B 17/12 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour ligaturer ou comprimer par un autre moyen les parties tubulaires du corps, p. ex. les vaisseaux sanguins ou le cordon ombilical
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
75.
MEDICAL DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS INCLUDING HAPTIC FEEDBACK
Medical devices and related methods are described. A medical device may include a handle including a haptic feedback module, the haptic feedback module configured to generate a first haptic feedback pattern upon satisfaction of at least one condition, and a shaft extending distally from the handle, a distal end of the shaft including at least one measurement sensor. The at least one measurement sensor may be configured to measure a first parameter associated with a target site of a subject.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 1/06 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments avec dispositifs d'éclairement
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
76.
DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR MEDICAL LIGHTING
A medical system may include a cable or wire, and a plurality of lighting assemblies coupled to the cable or wire. The plurality of lighting assemblies each may include (i) a lighting element and (ii) one or more anchoring features. In a first configuration, a first lighting assembly of the plurality of lighting assemblies may be a first distance along the cable or wire from a second lighting assembly of the plurality of lighting assemblies. In a second configuration, the first lighting assembly may be a second distance from the second lighting assembly. The second distance may be greater than the first distance.
A61B 1/06 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments avec dispositifs d'éclairement
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
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77.
MEDICAL SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING TRACTION TO TISSUE
A medical system may comprise a shaft, a first grasping device including a first pair of jaws, and a second grasping device coupled to the shaft, including a second pair of jaws.
A bi-directional steerable catheter includes a handle and a steerable elongate sheath extending distally from the handle. A rotatable knob may be actuated to cause a distal portion of the steerable elongate sheath to bend in a first direction or a second direction. An auto lock feature holds the rotatable knob at its rotational position when a user releases the rotatable knob. The auto lock feature may include particular geometries, materials and surface roughness parameters.
A medical device includes a shaft including a longitudinal axis, an end effector connected to a distal end of the shaft to move from a first orientation, where a longitudinal axis of the end effector is approximately parallel to the longitudinal axis of the shaft, to a second orientation, where an angle is formed between the longitudinal axis of the end effector and the longitudinal axis of the shaft, and an elongated member attached to a proximal end of the end effector, wherein manipulation of the elongated member moves the end effector between the first orientation and the second orientation.
A system (200) for facilitating access to a patient's heart includes a sheath (202) having a sheath body defining a lumen adapted to receive a dilator (205). A sheath hub (206) is coupled to the proximal portion of the sheath. The sheath hub includes a passageway for receiving a portion of a dilator hub and a protrusion adjacent the passageway. The dilator has a dilator shaft defining a lumen to receive and support a puncturing device. The dilator shaft includes a proximal portion for manipulation by a user and a tapered distal portion for placement in or near the heart. A dilator hub (212) is coupled to the proximal portion of the dilator shaft. The dilator hub includes a flange (214) having an opening (216), the opening configured for receiving a portion of the sheath hub to inhibit relative rotation between the dilator and the sheath.
Medical devices and related methods useful for facilitating the rotation of a medical device to multiple planes are described. The medical device may include a handle that comprises a proximal portion and a distal portion coupled to the proximal portion by a connector configured to be gripped by a user. The distal portion may be rotatable relative to the proximal portion by rotation of the connector and an articulation mechanism may be disposed within the proximal portion and the distal portion of the handle and extend through the connector. The articulation mechanism may be configured to control articulation of a shaft coupled to the handle and includes a coupler translatable relative to the connector independent of rotating the connector.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL DEVICE LIMITED (Irlande)
Inventeur(s)
Kumar Sharma, Deepak
Aradhye, Charudatta Chandrakant
Bagley, Kevin L.
Abrégé
Disclosed is a medical device comprising: a handle; a shaft extending from a distal end of the handle, the shaft defining a lumen; a pull wire disposed in the lumen of the shaft; and an agent delivery member connected to a distal end of the pull. The agent delivery member may comprise an expandable member and an absorbent member. The expandable member may be configured to transition from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration, and the expandable member may be biased to the expanded configuration.
Medical devices and related methods are described. A medical device may include a handle including a haptic feedback module, the haptic feedback module configured to generate a first haptic feedback pattern upon satisfaction of at least one condition, and a shaft extending distally from the handle, a distal end of the shaft including at least one measurement sensor. The at least one measurement sensor may be configured to measure a first parameter associated with a target site of a subject.
A61B 5/01 - Mesure de la température de parties du corps
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A61B 5/00 - Mesure servant à établir un diagnostic Identification des individus
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
84.
RADIOPAQUE AMINO-FUNCTIONAL CROSSLINKING AGENTS FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS
222222 groups). In other aspects, the present disclosure pertains to hydrogels formed from such systems and to methods of treatment using such systems.
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C08G 73/00 - Composés macromoléculaires obtenus par des réactions créant dans la chaîne principale de la macromolécule une liaison contenant de l'azote, avec ou sans oxygène ou carbone, non prévus dans les groupes
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A system for deployment of a pre-loaded guidewire for access to a heart is disclosed. The system includes a device comprising an elongated body having a body length, a proximal end and a distal end portion terminating in a distal tip and a lumen extending through the elongated body and being dimensioned to slidingly receive the pre-loaded guidewire. The system further includes a guidewire control device positioned on the device, configured to physically communicate with the pre-loaded guidewire and advance the pre-loaded guidewire longitudinally within the lumen. The pre-loaded guidewire includes an untriggered state and a triggered state. In the triggered state, the pre-loaded guidewire extends longitudinally within the lumen towards the distal tip of the device.
A61B 17/22 - Instruments pour comprimer les ulcères ou similaires placés sur les organes internes du corpsInstruments pour curer les cavités des organes du corps, p. ex. des osInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination ou la destruction invasives des calculs utilisant des vibrations mécaniquesInstruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour l'élimination non prévue ailleurs des obstructions dans les vaisseaux sanguins
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
An access system for perforating a tissue within a heart is disclosed. The system includes a perforation device (210) having a perforation device body including a proximal portion and a distal portion terminating in a distal tip. The system further includes a dilator (205) comprising an elongated body (220), a proximal end and a distal end portion terminating in a distal tip, a handle (224) connected to the proximal end of the elongated body and a dilator lumen extending through the handle and the elongated body and dimensioned to slidingly receive the perforation device. The system also includes an indicator mechanism (230) positioned on the dilator indicating a protrusion length of the perforation device. Furthermore, the system includes a locking mechanism (270) located on the dilator having an unlocked position and a locked position. The locking mechanism is configured to impede longitudinal movement of the perforation device within the dilator lumen.
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A medical system may comprise a shaft, a first grasping device including a first pair of jaws, and a second grasping device coupled to the shaft, including a second pair of jaws.
A61B 1/00 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A61B 17/29 - Pinces pour la chirurgie faiblement invasive
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88.
METHODS AND DEVICES FOR CREATING CENTERED ARTERIOTOMY THROUGH CONDUIT
Disclosed are various embodiments and related methods of an arteriotomy formation system that can include a center puncturing device and an arteriotomy formation device. The center puncturing device can include a puncturing element that forms a puncture along a wall of a first vessel at a position central to a conduit passageway of a conduit. The arteriotomy formation device can include a tissue fixation element, a tissue capturing element, and a tissue cutting element. The arteriotomy formation device can form an arteriotomy along the first vessel such that the arteriotomy is centered relative to the conduit passageway.
In some aspects, the present disclosure pertains to systems for forming hydrogels that comprise (a) a radiopaque polyamino compound and (b) a reactive polymer comprising a plurality of hydrophilic polymer segments and a plurality of reactive moieties, wherein the reactive moieties are reactive with amino groups of the radiopaque polyamino compound, and wherein the radiopaque polyamino compound is produced by a method that comprises: (i) converting hydroxyl groups of a polyhydroxylated radiopaque compound to amino groups, (ii) converting vicinal diol groups (—CHOHCH2OH groups) of a polyhydroxylated radiopaque compound into hydroxyaminoethyl groups (—CHOHCH2NH2 groups), or (iii) converting vicinal diol groups of a polyhydroxylated radiopaque compound into aminomethyl groups (—CH2NH2 groups). In other aspects, the present disclosure pertains to hydrogels formed from such systems and to methods of treatment using such systems.
In some aspects, the present disclosure provides systems for forming hydrogels that comprise (i) a reactive multi-arm polymer that comprises three or more polymer arms linked to a core region, each arm comprising a polyether segment and a reactive moiety comprising a cyclic imide carboxy-C1-C6-alkyl ester end group or each arm comprising a polyether segment and a reactive moiety comprising a C2-C6-isocyanoalkyl end group and (ii) a polyamino compound comprising at least two amino (—NH2) groups, wherein the reactive multi-arm polymer and the polyamino compound react to form a crosslinked hydrogel that does not contain ester groups and has long-term stability in vivo. In some aspects, the present disclosure provides methods of treatment using such systems and hydrolysis-resistant crosslinked hydrogels formed from such systems.
A61L 27/18 - Matériaux macromoléculaires obtenus par des réactions autres que celles faisant intervenir uniquement des liaisons non saturées carbone-carbone
A system for deployment of a pre-loaded guidewire for access to a heart is disclosed. The system includes a device comprising an elongated body having a body length, a proximal end and a distal end portion terminating in a distal tip and a lumen extending through the elongated body and being dimensioned to slidingly receive the pre-loaded guidewire. The system further includes a guidewire control device positioned on the device, configured to physically communicate with the pre-loaded guidewire and advance the pre-loaded guidewire longitudinally within the lumen. The pre-loaded guidewire includes an untriggered state and a triggered state. In the triggered state, the pre-loaded guidewire extends longitudinally within the lumen towards the distal tip of the device.
An access system for perforating a tissue within a heart is disclosed. The system includes a perforation device having a perforation device body including a proximal portion and a distal portion terminating in a distal tip. The system further includes a dilator comprising an elongated body, a proximal end and a distal end portion terminating in a distal tip, a handle connected to the proximal end of the elongated body and a dilator lumen extending through the handle and the elongated body and dimensioned to slidingly receive the perforation device. The system also includes an indicator mechanism positioned on the dilator indicating a protrusion length of the perforation device. Furthermore, the system includes a locking mechanism located on the dilator having an unlocked position and a locked position. The locking mechanism is configured to impede longitudinal movement of the perforation device within the dilator lumen.
A device for treating tissue includes a capsule extending longitudinally from a proximal end to a distal end and including a channel extending therethrough, the capsule releasably coupled to a proximal portion of the device and clip jaws, proximal ends of which are slidably received within the channel of the capsule so that the clip jaws are movable between an open configuration and a closed configuration. Clip jaws are configured so that a distance between the distal ends of the clip jaws in an open configuration is between 15 and 18 millimeters. Clip jaws further include barbs extending from a distal portion thereof.
A61B 17/10 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour refermer les plaies ou les maintenir ferméesAccessoires utilisés en liaison avec ces opérations pour poser ou retirer les clamps pour blessuresChargeurs de clamps pour blessures
A61B 17/00 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux
A method of generating a color image using a monochromatic image sensor. The method includes sequentially illuminating a surface in a plurality of colors, one color at a time. The monochromatic image sensor captures a plurality of image frames of the surface based on the plurality of colors. The plurality of image frames are identified, and at least one feature in the target of the plurality of image frames is highlighted. Color intensities of the plurality of image frames are normalized. A color intensity map of the target for each of the plurality of image frames is generated. A correlation score is determined by comparing each color intensity map of the plurality of image frames. The color image is generated based on the correlation score.
A61B 1/05 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments combinés avec des dispositifs photographiques ou de télévision caractérisés par le fait que le capteur d'images, p. ex. l'appareil photographique, est placé dans la partie de l'extrémité distale
A61B 1/06 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments avec dispositifs d'éclairement
G06T 3/40 - Changement d'échelle d’images complètes ou de parties d’image, p. ex. agrandissement ou rétrécissement
The present disclosure pertains to therapeutic hydrogels that comprise an anionic polysaccharide crosslinked by a branched polyamine, wherein the branched polyamine comprises at least two primary amine groups, more typically at least three primary amine groups. The present disclosure also pertains to medical compositions that comprise such therapeutic hydrogels and to methods of medical treatment in which such therapeutic hydrogels are delivered to a patient in need of medical treatment.
152622) groups, wherein the reactive multi-arm polymer and the polyamino compound react to form a crosslinked hydrogel that does not contain ester groups and has long-term stability in vivo. In some aspects, the present disclosure provides methods of treatment using such systems and hydrolysis-resistant crosslinked hydrogels formed from such systems.
C08G 18/38 - Composés de bas poids moléculaire contenant des hétéro-atomes autres que l'oxygène
A61K 9/00 - Préparations médicinales caractérisées par un aspect particulier
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C08G 18/70 - Polymérisats d'isocyanates ou d'isothiocyanates avec des composés contenant des hydrogènes actifs caractérisés par les isocyanates ou isothiocyanates utilisés
C08G 18/77 - Polyisocyanates ou polyisothiocyanates contenant des hétéro-atomes autres que l'azote, l'oxygène ou le soufre de l'isocyanate ou de l'isothiocyanate
A system 200 for facilitating access to a patient's heart includes a sheath 202 having a sheath body defining a lumen adapted to receive a dilator 204. A sheath hub 206 is coupled to the proximal portion of the sheath. The sheath hub includes an opening. The system includes a dilator 204 having a dilator shaft 205 defining a lumen adapted to receive and support a puncturing device. The dilator shaft includes a proximal portion for manipulation by a user and a tapered distal portion for placement in or near the heart. A dilator hub 212 is coupled to the proximal portion of the dilator shaft. The dilator hub includes a flange 214 configured to be received in the opening. The opening and the flange include a symmetric shape along a vertical axis and an asymmetric shape along a horizontal axis.
A medical system may include a cable or wire, and a plurality of lighting assemblies coupled to the cable or wire. The plurality of lighting assemblies each may include (i) a lighting element and (ii) one or more anchoring features. In a first configuration, a first lighting assembly of the plurality of lighting assemblies may be a first distance along the cable or wire from a second lighting assembly of the plurality of lighting assemblies. In a second configuration, the first lighting assembly may be a second distance from the second lighting assembly. The second distance may be greater than the first distance.
A61B 1/06 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments avec dispositifs d'éclairement
A61B 1/267 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments pour les voies respiratoires, p. ex. laryngoscopes, bronchoscopes
A61B 90/30 - Dispositifs pour éclairer une zone chirurgicale, les dispositifs ayant une corrélation avec d’autres dispositifs chirurgicaux ou avec une intervention chirurgicale
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, outillage ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à la chirurgie ou au diagnostic non couverts par l'un des groupes , p. ex. pour le traitement de la luxation ou pour la protection de bords de blessures
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Downloadable computer software used for analyzing imaging
data for screening patients for left atrial appendage
closure procedures; downloadable computer software used for
analyzing imaging data for pre-procedural preparation for
and post-procedural evaluation of left atrial appendage
closure procedures; downloadable computer software for
visualization and measurement of cardiovascular structures;
downloadable computer software for capturing and storing
data relating to cardiovascular structures; downloadable
computer software for capturing and storing data relating to
cardiovascular procedures. Providing online non-downloadable computer software used for
analyzing imaging data for screening patients for left
atrial appendage closure procedures; providing online
non-downloadable computer software used for analyzing
imaging data for pre-procedural preparation for and
post-procedural evaluation of left atrial appendage closure
procedures; providing online non-downloadable computer
software for visualization and measurement of cardiovascular
structures; providing online non-downloadable computer
software for capturing and storing data relating to
cardiovascular structures; providing online non-downloadable
computer software for capturing and storing data relating to
cardiovascular procedures.
100.
MEDICAL DEVICE HANDLES, COMPONENTS, AND RELATED METHODS OF MANUFACTURING AND/OR ASSEMBLING
A medical device may comprise a handle including a port and a shaft extending from a portion of the handle. A first portion the shaft may include a plurality of first lumens and a second lumen. The plurality of first lumens and the second lumen may be defined by a single, integrally formed body. A second portion of the shaft defining the second lumen may extend proximally of proximalmost openings of each of the plurality of first lumens. A proximal end of the second portion of the shaft may be coupled to the port.
A61B 1/015 - Commande de l'alimentation en fluide ou de l'évacuation de fluide
A61B 1/018 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments caractérisés par les conduits internes ou par leurs accessoires destinés à recevoir des instruments
A61M 25/01 - Introduction, guidage, avance, mise en place ou maintien en position des cathéters
