Abstract:
This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a handle and treatment tip that has both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. The handle may be a two-handed handle allowing control even while rotating and maneuvering the treatment around the genital opening. The apparatus or system may also include an integrated controller, which may confirm tissue contact without applying RF energy, based only on the temperature of the applicator and the time since the last application of energy from the applicator.
Abstract:
A vapor delivery and insulation device is provided that may include any of a number of features. One feature of the device is that it can deliver vapor to the veins of a patient. The vapor can be generated within the device, in a handle of the device, or external to the device. Another feature of the device is that it can actively insulate the vapor to minimize heat transfer from a vapor delivery lumen of the device to an exterior surface of the device. The active insulation can be a vacuum or a flowing gas. Methods associated with use of the device are also covered.
Abstract:
This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a handle and treatment tip that has both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. The handle may be a two-handed handle allowing control even while rotating and maneuvering the treatment around the genital opening. The apparatus or system may also include an integrated controller, which may confirm tissue contact without applying RF energy, based only on the temperature of the applicator and the time since the last application of energy from the applicator.
Abstract:
A pair of collapsible goggles consists of a flexible frame and an eyeglass. The flexible frame has plural engaging grooves and plural air holes formed around the edge. The eyeglass is formed curved, provided with engaging projections. A connecting arm is installed at two sides of the eyeglass respectively. In assembly, one end of the flexible frame is first fitted in the curved recessed surface of the eyeglass, with the engaging projections of the eyeglass inserted in the engaging grooves one by one to enable the flexible frame extended straight against the eyeglass. Next, the connecting arms are put at two sides of the eyeglass to engage with the positioning holes. So the collapsible goggles are easily and stably assembled together.
Abstract:
Methods and apparatus for generating vapor within a catheter are provided which may include any number of features. One feature is generating vapor with an electrode array within a catheter. Another feature is sensing an impedance of the electrode array, and adjusting the power delivered to the electrode array to fully generate vapor within the catheter. Another feature is delivering the vapor to a vein of a patient for vein reduction therapy.
Abstract:
A plastic injection molded lens for a left and a right rear-view mirror of an automobile is injection formed into shape in a mold. The lens is formed integrally with a major mirror surface zone and a minor mirror surface zone that are different from each other in radian of curved surface. By so designing, the visual field of the rear-view mirror is much wider and produces no dead angles of vision; therefore, the rear-view mirror of this invention is needless to be adjusted for keeping away from the dead angles of eyesight.
Abstract:
Methods and apparatus for generating vapor within a catheter are provided which may include any number of features. One feature is generating vapor with a fiber optic, laser fiber optic, or fiber optic bundle within a catheter. Another feature is sensing a temperature of the fiber optic, and adjusting the power delivered to the electrode array to fully generate vapor within the catheter. Another feature is delivering the vapor to a vein of a patient for vein reduction therapy.
Abstract:
A pair of elastically collapsible goggles in the present invention is mainly composed of a lens rim and two temples. The two temples respectively have a front section integrally formed with an elastic portion to enable the temples to be automatically and elastically collapsed and laid on the inner side of the lens rim when the goggles are not used. Thus, the goggles of this invention can conveniently be elastically collapsed, practical in use.
Abstract:
This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a handle and treatment tip that has both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. The handle may be a two-handed handle allowing control even while rotating and maneuvering the treatment around the genital opening. The apparatus or system may also include an integrated controller, which may confirm tissue contact without applying RF energy, based only on the temperature of the applicator and the time since the last application of energy from the applicator.