Abstract:
An apparatus for performing medical examinations of tissue and a method of performing such examinations are described. The apparatus comprises a modified fiber-optic light source, wherein the modification allows for the creation of a diffuse light source. The diffuse light source produces omni-directional light in the green-blue-white spectrum, which can be used to photo-differentiate healthy from non-healthy tissues based on the absorptivity of the tissue under examination. The luminous element of the apparatus may be miniaturized, and take on shapes which may be usefully employed, including by insertion into a body cavity to be examined. The diffuse light source may be used in conjunction with a speculum, as well as with other endoscopic instrumentation, such as specula, anoscopes, and the like, for application in both diagnostic and surgical procedures. The method of performing examinations using the apparatus is also described.
Abstract:
A method for fitting a wearable covering for a body part comprises the steps of running a program on a portable terminal; determining with the portable terminal specific geometrical points regarding the body part; using the determined specific geometrical points to determine an approximate shape of the body part; comparing the determined approximate shape with a table of different sized wearable coverings for the body part; and selecting a size for the wearable covering.
Abstract:
Apparatus for transferring electrical energy to and from living tissue comprises a glove of thin, flexible elastomeric material, which carries electrodes, electrically connected to a connector disposed at the cuff of the glove. The connector permits the electrodes to be electrically connected to a source of electrical energy or to a load, so that electrical energy may be applied to or drawn from living tissue.
Abstract:
A method of increasing the probability that a woman and/or a father will conceive either INFERTILITY or MISCARRIAGE before or after conception, comprising the steps of determining an infrared body temperature of the mother, determining an infrared body temperature of the father, categorizing the determined infrared body temperatures of the mother and the father as either “very extremely low” (Infertility) or “very extremely high” (Miscarriage) according to a predetermined categorization criteria, and correlating the stress level of the mother and the father according to a correlation where in the case of very extremely low temperature for either or both the mother and the father, the probability of INFERTILITY, according to a predetermined categorization criteria, and correlating the stress level of the mother and the father according to a correlation where in the case of very extremely high temperature for either or both the mother and the father, the probability of MISCARRIAGE. The information derived is applied by using sex probabilities according to the criteria where procuring conception of the “stillborn child” (Miscarriage) or “not exited” (Infertility) without alteration of the infrared body temperature of the mother and father if the indicated probability of not conceiving a child, or procuring conception of stillborn baby after alerting the infrared body temperatures of mother and/or father to increase the indicated probability of not conceiving an alive child of either of
Abstract:
An apparatus for measuring the force of ejaculation including a cylinder having a length and an internal diameter sufficient to enclose an erect male penis, a groove track extending along at least part of the length of the cylinder, a membrane positioned within the cylinder and oriented substantially perpendicularly to the length of the cylinder, and a connector slide connected to the membrane, the connector slide being configured to suspend the membrane within the cylinder and to slide along groove track as the membrane is caused to moved lengthwise within the cylinder. A method of evaluating the force of ejaculation using the apparatus including inserting a penis into the cylinder and measuring the distance the membrane is propelled lengthwise within the cylinder by the force of semen ejected from the penis.
Abstract:
Apparatus and methods especially useful for detection of cancer using cellular, Tryptophan-associated autofluorescence are described. The apparatus includes a light source to produce a beam of light transmitted to a tissue via a two-way fiber optic bundle which, in one embodiment, is passed through a conventional endoscope. The light beam excites the tissue, resulting in an emission of primarily cellular autofluorescence at a wavelength of about 330 nm. Light from the tissue is directed back through the fiber optic bundle and passes through a photodetector. The photodetector produces a signal, representative of the intensity of the Tryptophan-associated autofluorescence.
Abstract:
A glove of thin, flexible elastomeric material carries electrodes, electrically connected to a connector disposed at the cuff of the glove, the connector permitting the electrodes to be electrically connected to a source of electrical energy or to a load, so that electrical energy may be applied to or drawn from living tissue.
Abstract:
A portable male urinal container. Usage includes but is not limited to: a doctors office, hospitals, airplanes, trucks - cars, boats, etc. Having a top funnel opening with accompanied lid enclosure. Therein, liquid is contained in the apparatus aft chamber. The top wall of the pod defines flow course where from one of two handle configuration provides the means for stable operations and preventing any spillage. In a second configuration, the apparatus “bottom” section is entirely disposed with a sponge or similar absorbent material. In yet another variation, liquid can be emptied by turning the container at an ideal slant such that the contoured structure directs fluid into a 1 way valve opening. Lastly, the urinal is ideal for potty-training when bathroom facilities are impracticable for teaching purposes.Another application for the apparatus is that of a container for disposing condoms and external catheters.A corresponding urination kit includes a fitted towel used in conjunction with the present invention.Additionally, a measurement apparatus includes “a stick” with a plurality of discrete measurement apertures for determining urinal and prophylactic-external catheter sizes; a method for determining proper penis width, and instructions for purchasing correct sizes.
Abstract:
A system and method is disclosed for measuring muscle reflexes (e.g., a bulbocavernosus reflex) as a tool for identifying/diagnosing dysfunctions (e.g., spinal cord abnormalities, bladder voiding dysfunction, and sexual organ dysfunction) non-invasively by using mechanical stimulation. The system and method includes a probe having a predetermined patient contacting portion, wherein when the contacting portion is moved into contact with a particular area of the patient (e.g., the patient's genitals), the contact induces a muscle reflex. The probe detects the pressure resulting from the contacting portion being abruptly and forcibly brought into contact with the particular area. Such detection is used to electronically initiate capture of electrical responses from a plurality of electrodes placed on the patient's skin in proximity to the particular area. Such electrical responses are processed to determine characteristics of the patient's reflexes of one or more muscles adjacent to the electrodes.
Abstract:
Apparatus and methods especially useful for detection of cancer using cellular, Tryptophan-associated autofluorescence are described. The apparatus includes a light source to produce a beam of light transmitted to a tissue via a two-way fiber optic bundle which, in one embodiment, is passed through a conventional endoscope. The light beam excites the tissue, resulting in an emission of primarily cellular autofluorescence at a wavelength of about 330 nm. Light from the tissue is directed back through the fiber optic bundle and passes through a photodetector. The photodetector produces a signal, representative of the intensity of the Tryptophan-associated autofluorescence.