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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8079963 | Electrical detection of anatomic wall penetration and delineation of atomic structures during surgery Devices and methods that may be employed to detect and/or prevent intraoperative full thickness penetration of anatomic walls, and to provide delineation of anatomic structures during surgery. ... | 12/20/2011 |
| 8075500 | Fetal wellbeing monitoring apparatus and pad therefor Fetal wellbeing monitoring apparatus including a generally flattened hemispherical housing and a turret-like user interface- having a user operated control panel for controlling operation of the fetal wellbeing monitoring apparatus and providing fetal wellbeing info... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8052622 | Methods for characterizing vaginal tissue elasticity Methods for characterizing elasticity of vaginal tissue are provided. A transvaginal probe is used to deform vaginal tissue during examination. The probe is equipped with pressure sensors and a motion tracking sensor. Stress and strain data is recorded during examin... | 11/08/2011 |
| 8007449 | Method and apparatus for uterine cavity length measurement A uterine cavity length measuring device includes a first elongate member including a lumen and a plurality of apertures extending between the lumen and an exterior surface of the first elongate member, and a second elongate member including a lumen, and at least on... | 08/30/2011 |
| 7976481 | Apparatus for detecting endometriosis A vaginal probe includes a metal detection sensor for detecting the presence of ferrous-laden endometriotic tissues. The probe is electrically connected to external electronic circuitry for interpreting the readings taken by the sensor and for providing a qualitativ... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7811239 | Cervical dilation measurement apparatus The present invention provides a medical device for measuring cervical dilation, where the medical device is positionable about a hand having first and second fingers, with each finger having a tip and a side surface. The medical device may include a housing, a firs... | 10/12/2010 |
| 7758522 | Combined uterine activity and fetal heart rate monitoring device A combinational fetal heart rate monitor and uterine activity measuring device for use on a pregnant patient. The fetal heart rate and uterine activity monitor comprising a plurality of electrodes disposed to be attached on the abdomen of the patient and an ultrasou... | 07/20/2010 |
| 7749176 | Cervical dilation measurement apparatus The present invention provides a medical device for measuring cervical dilation, where the medical device is positionable about a hand having first and second fingers, with each finger having a tip and a side surface. The medical device may include a housing, a firs... | 07/06/2010 |
| 7654970 | Cervical dilation measurement apparatus The present invention provides a medical device for measuring cervical dilation, where the medical device is positionable about a hand having first and second fingers, with each finger having a tip and a side surface. The medical device may include a housing, a firs... | 02/02/2010 |
| 7648470 | Elasticity measuring device for biological tissue We disclose an elasticity-measuring device which can be inserted into a canal part of living body and which is capable of quantitatively measuring the elasticity of the biological tissue of inner side of canal part. The device consists of a probe base (5) and... | 01/19/2010 |
| 7462157 | Method and apparatus for detecting endometriosis A vaginal probe includes a metal detection sensor for detecting the presence of ferrous-laden endometriotic tissues. The probe is electrically connected to external electronic circuitry for interpreting the readings taken by the sensor and for providing a qualitativ... | 12/09/2008 |
| 7427271 | Diagnosis of fertility status by folliculogenesis monitoring in the vagina Methods and apparatus for interpreting vaginal measurement data by electronic means without the need for the user to take part in the data interpretation process. More specifically, an intelligent probe monitors folliculogenesis and correlates the ovarian function d... | 09/23/2008 |
| 7367984 | Methods and apparatus for sizing fresh donor heart valves A fresh donor tissue valve isolation annulus size comprising a handle and trigger or crank knob manipulated by the user moves a movable probe into proximity with a stationary probe so that the probes can be inserted into the tissue valve lumen. The user releases the... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7338417 | Perineum muscular power increase device and a method thereof The invention relates to a perineum muscular power increase device and a method wherein a user can do perineum shrink training continuously with interest and goal because the shrink and the relaxation degree of the perineum muscles may be displayed visually. Accordi... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7323620 | Activation of equine oocytes A method for activating an equine oocyte comprising exposing oocyte to a medium containing a concentration of calcium of at least about 4 mM. Preferably the oocyte is exposed to this concentration of calcium during activation. ... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7319639 | Acoustic concealed item detector The present invention is directed towards an acoustic concealed item detector and related methods for detection using acoustics. In an illustrative embodiment, a multi-frequency ultrasonic wave generator generates in a gaseous medium at least first and second ultras... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7314453 | Handheld diagnostic device with renewable biosensor A handheld diagnostic device having a test head and a handle is equipped with an open test channel having sensors and liquid reagent dispensing opening for the diagnostic testing of body fluids. The test channel can draw in fluid sample by capillary force and be clo... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7255673 | System and method for assessing urinary function A method is provided for assessing urinary function including removably coupling a first test module to a portable control device, selecting from a plurality of different tests a first test to assess urinary function, the selection being made based on first module i... | 08/14/2007 |
| 7244252 | Medical device with visual indicator and related methods of use Embodiments of the invention relate to a medical device with a visual indicator that changes color when exposed to a particular environment and/or chemical. The visual indicator may be printed or otherwise affixed on a portion of a medical device, for example the ha... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7229423 | Systems and methods for applying audible acoustic energy to increase tissue perfusion and/or vasodilation Systems and methods apply audible acoustic energy to cause vasodilation and/or to increase tissue perfusion. ... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7228175 | Cardiac rhythm management systems and methods using acoustic contractility indicator This document describes systems, devices, and methods that measure a distance between ultrasound or other acoustic transducers to provide a contractility or other therapy efficacy indication. In one example, the indication is communicated to a caregiver for assistin... | 06/05/2007 |
| 7223247 | Apparatus for determining a location in a body using a catheter and method of using such catheter Method of using an esophageal catheter. A distal end of the catheter is passed through the esophagus into the stomach of a patient. A constant pressure of gas is applied to the catheter. The back pressure of the gas is measured. The distal end of the catheter is pul... | 05/29/2007 |
| 7207941 | Birth monitoring system A medical transponder, including an ultrasonic sensor that detects impinging ultrasonic waves and generates electrical signals in response thereto; an electrical connection which receives said signals; and an electromagnetic RF transmitter coupled to said electrical... | 04/24/2007 |
| 7166112 | Device for determining distance between two points in a surgical site A device for use by a surgeon to determine the distance between two points within a surgical site, the device having a gripper retractably and flexibly connected to a body by a retractor having a proximal spring portion and a distal portion comprising a cable. ... | 01/23/2007 |
| 7153280 | Incompetent cervix aide Two embodiments of an annular cervical ring have an internal diameter 14 for surrounding the cervix 12. Each embodiment also includes a tightening device 16 for decreasing the internal diameter 14 to tighten the annular ring down around t... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7150108 | Obstetric calibration guide The described embodiments relate to cervical calibration guides. One such guide includes a gripable structure, and multiple reference structures. Individual reference structures have a deflectable region and a hinge region. The hinge regions of individual reference ... | 12/19/2006 |
| 7141025 | Apparatus and method for qualitative assessment of pelvic floor muscular strength An apparatus and method for qualitative assessment of pelvic floor muscular strength includes inserting a spherical intracavitary device into vagina or anus above the level of the levator plate and measuring a force necessary to remove the inserted device from the v... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7134216 | Device for length and depth measurements in surgery A device for taking length and depth measurements during surgery. The device comprises a first longitudinal member and a second longitudinal member telescopically positioned within the first longitudinal member. The second longitudinal member may have a front part c... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7128706 | Vaginal probe; in particular for treating incontinence The invention relates to a vaginal probe, in particular for treating incontinence and comprising an external part (20), an internal part (22), a bridge (24) connecting said parts and processing electronics (28). The external part (20 | 10/31/2006 |
| 7120497 | Smooth muscle controller A method of promoting the healing of a lesion in a smooth muscle, comprising selecting a smooth muscle portion having a lesion and applying a non-excitatory electrical field to the portion, which field reduces the mechanical activity of the portion. ... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7066878 | Penile prosthesis and surgical instruments for implantation of penile prostheses The invention relates to an improved penile erection device and improved method for implanting such devices into the corpus cavernosum of the penis. The invention further relates to tools for implanting the improved penile erection device. Furthermore, the invention... | 06/27/2006 |
| 7065399 | Muscle fatigue level measuring device A muscle fatigue level measuring device is provided which estimates muscle fatigue without being influenced by distances between electrodes. The muscle fatigue level measuring device measures a resistance component and a reactance component in a body part as impedan... | 06/20/2006 |
| 7052453 | Incontinence treatment with urethral guide Devices and methods for aligning a probe body and a treatment surface adjacent a target tissue. A guide shaft can be positioned in a first body orifice. The probe body can be positioned in a second body orifice in a predetermined position relative to the guide so as... | 05/30/2006 |
| 7052452 | System and method for assessing urinary function A medical system is provided for assessing urinary function. The system includes a control device and at least one test module capable of being removably coupled to the control device such that, when coupled, the system is capable of performing a test to assess urin... | 05/30/2006 |
| 7048698 | Urethral profiling device and methodology A urethral profile apparatus, assembly and appurtenant methodology is provided. The apparatus includes an elongate member having proximal and distal ends, the proximal end including a probe. The probe is selectively positionable within a urethral passageway by axial... | 05/23/2006 |
| 7025723 | Beltless fiber optic labor contraction sensing device A beltless fiber optic labor contraction sensing device including a fiber optic strain sensor for detecting labor contractions during childbirth. The fiber optic strain sensor includes an optic cable, a light source for transmitting a light beam through the optic ca... | 04/11/2006 |
| 7018395 | Photodynamic treatment of targeted cells The present invention is drawn to methods for photodynamic therapy (PDT) of a target cell, target tissue or target composition in a mammalian subject, using a therapeutically effective amount of a targeted substance, which is either a targeted photosensitizing agent... | 03/28/2006 |
| 7014603 | Exerciser for the muscles of pelvic floor An exercise device for strengthening the muscles of the pelvis, particularly the collective group of muscles involved in human sexual response, which are also important for controlling the evacuation of the intestines and the bladder. This exercise device focuses on... | 03/21/2006 |
| 7004899 | System and method for assessing urinary function A portable, self-contained medical diagnostic system is provided for assessing urinary function. The system includes a control device including a processor, a pump device, and a pressure sensor, and a test module removably coupled to the control device, and further ... | 02/28/2006 |
| 6999807 | pH measuring balloon The present invention relates to devices and methods for measuring the pH of blood in the vicinity of a vulnerable plaque. A balloon including an opto-electric device may be positioned proximate a vulnerable plaque. The balloon can be inflated to partially occlude b... | 02/14/2006 |
