摘要:
A method of assessing Fallopian tubal patency includes introducing a distension medium into a patient's uterus, introducing a contrasting medium into the uterus, and observing the contrasting medium, for example, via a hysteroscope, to determine whether the contrasting medium flows into one or both Fallopian tubes. A device for assessing Fallopian tubal patency includes a chamber for receiving contrast media, a flow path through the chamber for delivering distension media to a patient's uterus, and a flow controller for regulating the flow of distension media to the patient's uterus. The flow path is configured to permit flow of contrast media from the chamber into the flow path.
摘要:
Techniques for determining one or more fluid flow characteristic values of a structure are disclosed. A fluid flow vector and a pressure gradient vector for a portion of the structure are determined, and a dot/cross product of the fluid flow vector with the pressure gradient vector is obtained to provide a fluid flow characteristic value. The fluid flow characteristic value can be used for modifying the structure to improve fluid flow through the structure.
摘要:
The embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a spinal implant assembly having features to prevent or minimize fixation elements, such as screws, from being dislodged, or from backing out over time and with use. The spinal implant assembly may comprise an implantable body having first apertures for receiving fixation elements. A plate configured to nest against the posterior portion of the implantable body and comprising one or more second apertures can be provided. These second apertures permit access to the head portions of the fixation elements. One or more locking elements are then passed through the second apertures and engage the head portions of the fixation elements. In addition, the plate may comprise an adjustable arm to allow the plate to be used with implantable bodies of different size.
摘要:
The invention relates to an implant for repairing a damaged body structure that comprises or is associated with bone parts. In one aspect a spinal implant includes an inferior member having an inferior end surface for engaging a superior face of an inferior vertebral body and a longitudinal portion; a superior member having a superior end surface for engaging an opposing inferior surface of a second vertebral body, and a portion adapted to cooperate with the longitudinal portion of the inferior member such that the superior member is moveable relative to the inferior member by sliding in the longitudinal direction; and fixating means for securing the superior member to the inferior member. Also described are instruments and methods used in the repair of such damaged body structures.
摘要:
A circuit arrangement having a plurality of variable capacitance elements such as varactors is described, the varactors having associated electronic control means which controls the capacitance of the variable capacitance elements over a control range. The control range is such that for any particular variable capacitance element a complete variation from a lowest to a highest capacitance is obtained from only a portion of the control range.
摘要:
A variable capacitance network is disclosed, comprising a plurality of capacitance arms connected in parallel with each other between first and second terminals of the network. Each capacitance arm has a varactor and a series capacitor in series with the varactor A control input applies a common control signal to the junctions between the varactors and their associated series capacitors, to allow for simultaneous control of each varactor.
摘要:
The invention relates to a fluidic oscillator which is symmetrical with respective to a longitudinal symmetry plane, comprising a fluid inlet intended to form a bidimensional fluid jet which oscillates transversally with respective to the symmetry plane, an obstacle wherein is arranged a cavity which faces said fluid inlet and which is scavenged by the oscillation jet, characterized in that the obstacle has a front wall which has two so-called front surfaces substantially planar and framing the cavity, the plane of each surface being substantially perpendicular to the symmetry plane, said cavity being defined by a surface which is substantially parallel to said plane at the points where said surface joins each of said front surfaces, the obstacle also having two side walls of which said side surfaces are substantially parallel to the symmetry plane at the points where each of them joins the corresponding front surface.
摘要:
An apparatus measures the flow rate of a fluid. The apparatus comprises a fluidic oscillator provided with an elongate slot in a direction Oz and suitable for forming a jet of fluid that oscillates in a plane Oxy perpendicular to the Oz direction, and an obstacle located upstream from the slot to modify the distribution of speeds in the flow. The obstacle is in the flow at least in the central portion thereof and is implemented in the form of a substantially plane plate.
摘要:
A first contact has an end portion which engages a second contact in a contacts closed position of the switchgear and which moves transversely across a pole face of a field coil and inwardly of an axis of the latter during movement of the contacts to an open position. The field coil is electrically connected in series with an arcing electrode and to which the second contact is also connected. Upon movement of the contacts from their closed position to their open position, an arc is drawn between the end portion of the first contact and a portion of the second contact. Further movement of the contacts towards their open position causes the arc to transfer its root from the second contact portion to the arcing electrode so that an arcing current then flows through the field coil to generate a magnetic field which causes the arc to rotate and become extinguished. Extinction of the arc is assisted by an electrically insulating fluid surrounding the switchgear. A principal arcing zone is defined by rotation of the arc, and the arc is disposed in this zone when it transfers its root from the second contact to the arcing electrode so that it can rotate immediately under the influence of the magnetic field.
摘要:
The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for midline insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body and the body comprises one or more apertures. The apertures receive fixation elements, such as a screw and the like. The fixation element may comprise one or more anti-backout features, such as a split ring. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The apertures that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ. Some of the apertures may be configured to rigidly lock with the fixation elements. Moreover, the spinal implant may include features, such as one or more bores, that can accommodate imaging marks to help guide a surgeon.