公开(公告)号：WO2017178886A1

公开(公告)日：2017-10-19

申请号：PCT/IB2017/000498

申请日：2017-04-07

Applicant: SHINE ANALYTICS LTD. ,  HARRISON, Sean ,  DINEEN, Michael ,  NOLAN, Ian ,  FLOOD, Ciaran ,  KELLY, Alex

Inventor： HARRISON, Sean ,  DINEEN, Michael ,  NOLAN, Ian ,  FLOOD, Ciaran ,  KELLY, Alex

IPC: G06Q10/10

Abstract: A system (110) for automatic categorization and assessment of billing narratives has a semantic engine (154) that classifies billing entries (152) with descriptions expressed in natural language into standardized categories of activity and task objective. The classification is by machine learning methods via training data (210) that is maintained, updated and extended as needed. A rules engine (162) applies rules to the categorized invoice data (160) to analyze the data, report violations to a user/consumer of billed services and to perform related calculations.

Abstract translation: 用于计费叙述的自动分类和评估的系统（110）具有语义引擎（154），其用自然语言表达的描述将计费条目（152）分类为活动和任务目标的标准化类别。 分类是通过机器学习方法通​​过培训数据（210）进行的，并根据需要进行维护，更新和扩展。 规则引擎（162）将规则应用于分类后的发票数据（160）以分析数据，向计费服务的用户/消费者报告违规并执行相关计算。

公开(公告)号：WO2008003097A2

公开(公告)日：2008-01-03

申请号：PCT/US2007/072586

申请日：2007-06-29

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL, INC. ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik ,  DINEEN, Michael ,  HIROTSUKA, Mark ,  JACKSON, Jasper ,  FRAZIER, Andrew ,  ROUE, Chad

Inventor： VAN DER BURG, Erik ,  DINEEN, Michael ,  HIROTSUKA, Mark ,  JACKSON, Jasper ,  FRAZIER, Andrew ,  ROUE, Chad

IPC: A61F2/18

CPC classification number: A61F5/08 ,  A61B17/0401 ,  A61B17/0469 ,  A61B17/24 ,  A61B2017/00792 ,  A61B2017/06052 ,  A61B2017/06176 ,  A61F2/186 ,  A61F2002/2885

Abstract: Methods and devices for rhinoplasty and treating nasal valve stenosis are disclosed herein. The nasal valve (122) acts as a flow-limiter and can contribute to airway obstruction if resistance within the nasal valve (122) is excessive. In one embodiment, a system (312) for treating nasal valve stenosis includes a first elongate implant (316) and a second elongate implant (316) configured to support the nasal valves (122) when implanted. The implants (316) can be coupled together by connecting elements, such as eyelets (284), tethers (296, 304), complementary socket joints (256, 260), and button-rivet supports (320, 324, 328).

Abstract translation: 本文公开了用于隆鼻和治疗鼻瓣狭窄的方法和装置。 如果鼻阀（122）内的阻力过大，则鼻阀（122）起流量限制器的作用并且可能导致气道阻塞。 在一个实施例中，用于治疗鼻瓣狭窄的系统（312）包括第一细长植入物（316）和第二细长植入物（316），其构造成在植入时支撑鼻瓣（122）。 植入物316可通过诸如孔眼284，系绳296,304，互补插座接头256,260和钮扣铆钉支撑件320,324,328等连接元件连接在一起。 / p>

公开(公告)号：WO2007149469A2

公开(公告)日：2007-12-27

申请号：PCT/US2007/014342

申请日：2007-06-20

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL, INC. ,  WOODSON, Beverly, Tucker ,  ROUE, Chad ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik ,  DINEEN, Michael ,  HIROTSUKA, Mark ,  JACKSON, Jasper ,  FRAZIER, Andrew

Inventor： WOODSON, Beverly, Tucker ,  ROUE, Chad ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik ,  DINEEN, Michael ,  HIROTSUKA, Mark ,  JACKSON, Jasper ,  FRAZIER, Andrew

IPC: A61C5/14 ,  A61F5/56 ,  A61M5/00

CPC classification number: A61F5/566 ,  A61B17/02 ,  A61B2017/00349 ,  A61B2017/248

Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for manipulating the tongue, and more particularly for temporarily suspending the tongue. One embodiment of the device comprises an elongate member with a retractable distal tissue-engaging tip that is movable within the lumen of tubular member configured for insertion into the tongue, preferably from an inferior surface of the jaw. The device may be used diagnostically assess the effect of performing tongue suspension in a patient prior to permanent implantation of a glossopexy device. The retractable distal tissue-engaging tip may be removed after diagnostic assessment, or left in place and attached to a temporary external securing device.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于操纵舌头的方法和装置，更具体地，用于临时悬挂舌头。 该装置的一个实施例包括细长构件，该细长构件具有可缩回的远端组织接合尖端，其可在管状构件的内腔内移动，构造成用于插入舌部，优选地从颌的下表面插入舌部。 该装置可以在血液松解装置永久植入之前在诊断上用于评估在患者体内执行舌头悬浮液的效果。 可伸缩的远端组织接合尖端可以在诊断评估之后被移除，或者留在原位并附接到临时的外部固定装置。

公开(公告)号：WO2007146338A2

公开(公告)日：2007-12-21

申请号：PCT/US2007/013877

申请日：2007-06-13

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL, INC. ,  ROUE, Chad ,  DINEEN, Michael ,  HIROTSUKA, Mark ,  JACKSON, Jasper ,  FRAZIER, Andrew ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik

Inventor： ROUE, Chad ,  DINEEN, Michael ,  HIROTSUKA, Mark ,  JACKSON, Jasper ,  FRAZIER, Andrew ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik

CPC classification number: A61B17/0401 ,  A61B17/24 ,  A61B2017/00814 ,  A61B2017/0412 ,  A61B2017/042 ,  A61B2017/0422 ,  A61B2017/0427 ,  A61B2017/0433 ,  A61B2017/0435 ,  A61B2017/0437 ,  A61B2017/0438 ,  A61B2017/044 ,  A61B2017/0443 ,  A61B2017/045 ,  A61B2017/0451 ,  A61B2017/0453 ,  A61B2017/0458 ,  A61B2017/0461 ,  A61B2017/0462 ,  A61B2017/0464 ,  A61B2017/0496 ,  A61B2017/06057 ,  A61B2017/0618 ,  A61B2017/248 ,  A61B2018/00327 ,  A61F5/566

Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for manipulating the tongue (9). An implant (3038) is positioned within at least a portion of the tongue (9) and may be secured to other surrounding structures such as the mandible (13) and/or hyoid bone (15). In general, the implant (3038) is manipulated to displace at least a portion of the posterior tongue in an anterior or lateral direction, or to alter the tissue tension or compliance of the tongue (9). Methods and devices for engaging the tongue (9) are also disclosed. One embodiment of a tongue remodeling system includes an elongate implant (3038) configured to be positioned within a selected region of the tongue (9) and a tether (3041) configured to suspend the tongue (9). The tether (3041) can be configured to be looped around the elongate implant (3038) and connected to another structure.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于操纵舌部（9）的方法和装置。 植入物（3038）定位在舌部（9）的至少一部分内，并且可以固定到诸如下颌骨（13）和/或舌骨（15）的其它周围结构。 通常，植入物（3038）被操纵以在前方或横向方向上置换后舌的至少一部分，或改变舌（9）的组织张力或顺应性。 还公开了用于接合舌部（9）的方法和装置。 舌重建系统的一个实施例包括细长植入物（3038），其构造成定位在舌部（9）的选定区域内，以及构造成悬挂舌部（9）的系绳（3041）。 系绳（3041）可以被配置为环绕细长植入物（3038）并连接到另一结构。

公开(公告)号：WO2006041791A3

公开(公告)日：2006-04-20

申请号：PCT/US2005/035541

申请日：2005-09-30

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL, INC. ,  FRAZIER, Andrew ,  ROUE, Chad, C. ,  DINEEN, Michael, T. ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik, J.

Inventor： FRAZIER, Andrew ,  ROUE, Chad, C. ,  DINEEN, Michael, T. ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik, J.

IPC: A61M16/00 ,  A62B9/06

Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for manipulating the airway, such as to treat obstructive sleep apnea. An implant (60, 70, 90, 100, 120, 122, 145, 150, 170, 10, 195, 214, 215, 225) is positioned within the body with respect to the airway. The spatial orientation of the airway is manipulated, directly or indirectly, to affect the configuration of the airway. In general, the implant (60, 70, 90, 100, 120, 122, 145, 150, 170, 10, 195, 214, 215, 225) is manipulated to displace the trachea (50) in an inferior direction, resist superior displacement of the trachea (50) and/or to alter the tracheal wall tension. The implant (60, 70, 90, 100, 120, 122, 145, 150, 170, 10, 195, 214, 215, 225) restrains the trachea (50) in the manipulated configuration.

公开(公告)号：WO2005058146A3

公开(公告)日：2005-08-04

申请号：PCT/US2004042571

申请日：2004-12-15

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL INC ,  ROUE CHAD C ,  KESSLER ADAM ,  HIROTSUKA MARK ,  JACKSON JASPER ,  VAN DER BURG ERIK J ,  DINEEN MICHAEL T ,  FRAZIER ANDREW

Inventor： ROUE CHAD C ,  KESSLER ADAM ,  HIROTSUKA MARK ,  JACKSON JASPER ,  VAN DER BURG ERIK J ,  DINEEN MICHAEL T ,  FRAZIER ANDREW

IPC: A61B20060101 ,  A61B17/56 ,  A61B17/80 ,  A61B17/84 ,  A61B17/88 ,  A61F2/00 ,  A61F2/20 ,  A61F5/56 ,  A61M16/04 ,  A62B18/00

CPC classification number: A61B17/8061 ,  A61B17/8071 ,  A61B17/808 ,  A61B17/842 ,  A61B17/8872 ,  A61B2017/564 ,  A61F2/00 ,  A61F5/56 ,  A61M16/0472

Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for manipulating the hyoid bone, such as to treat obstructive sleep apnea. An implant is positioned adjacent a hyoid bone. The spatial orientation of the hyoid bone is manipulated, to affect the configuration of the airway. The implant restrains the hyoid bone in the manipulated configuration. The implant is positioned adjacent to pharyngeal structures to dilate the pharyngeal airway and/or to support the pharyngeal wall against collapse.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于操纵舌骨的方法和装置，例如治疗阻塞性睡眠呼吸暂停。 植入物邻近舌骨定位。 操纵舌骨的空间取向，影响气道的构型。 植入物在操纵构型中限制舌骨。 植入物邻近咽部结构定位以扩张咽气道和/或支撑咽壁以防止塌陷。

公开(公告)号：WO2007149469A3

公开(公告)日：2009-04-09

申请号：PCT/US2007014342

申请日：2007-06-20

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL INC ,  WOODSON BEVERLY TUCKER ,  ROUE CHAD ,  VAN DER BURG ERIK ,  DINEEN MICHAEL ,  HIROTSUKA MARK ,  JACKSON JASPER ,  FRAZIER ANDREW

Inventor： WOODSON BEVERLY TUCKER ,  ROUE CHAD ,  VAN DER BURG ERIK ,  DINEEN MICHAEL ,  HIROTSUKA MARK ,  JACKSON JASPER ,  FRAZIER ANDREW

IPC: A61C5/14

CPC classification number: A61F5/566 ,  A61B17/02 ,  A61B2017/00349 ,  A61B2017/248

Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for manipulating the tongue, and more particularly for temporarily suspending the tongue. One embodiment of the device comprises an elongate member with a retractable distal tissue-engaging tip that is movable within the lumen of tubular member configured for insertion into the tongue, preferably from an inferior surface of the jaw. The device may be used diagnostically assess the effect of performing tongue suspension in a patient prior to permanent implantation of a glossopexy device. The retractable distal tissue-engaging tip may be removed after diagnostic assessment, or left in place and attached to a temporary external securing device.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于操纵舌头的方法和装置，更具体地，用于临时悬挂舌头。 该装置的一个实施例包括细长构件，该细长构件具有可缩回的远端组织接合尖端，其可在管状构件的内腔内移动，构造成用于插入舌部，优选地从颌的下表面插入舌部。 该装置可以在血液松解装置永久植入之前在诊断上用于评估在患者体内执行舌头悬浮液的效果。 可伸缩的远端组织接合尖端可以在诊断评估之后被移除，或者留在原位并附接到临时的外部固定装置。

公开(公告)号：WO2006041791A2

公开(公告)日：2006-04-20

申请号：PCT/US2005035541

申请日：2005-09-30

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL INC ,  FRAZIER ANDREW ,  ROUE CHAD C ,  DINEEN MICHAEL T ,  VAN DER BURG ERIK J

Inventor： FRAZIER ANDREW ,  ROUE CHAD C ,  DINEEN MICHAEL T ,  VAN DER BURG ERIK J

IPC: A62B9/06 ,  A61F2/04 ,  A61F2/06 ,  A61F2/82 ,  A61M16/00

CPC classification number: A61F2/82 ,  A61B17/0401 ,  A61B17/0487 ,  A61B17/3421 ,  A61B17/3423 ,  A61B2017/0453 ,  A61B2017/0454 ,  A61B2017/0458 ,  A61B2017/0464 ,  A61B2017/0496 ,  A61B2017/06176 ,  A61F2/04 ,  A61F2002/046 ,  A61F2002/065

Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for manipulating the airway, such as to treat obstructive sleep apnea. An implant (60, 70, 90, 100, 120, 122, 145, 150, 170, 10, 195, 214, 215, 225) is positioned within the body with respect to the airway. The spatial orientation of the airway is manipulated, directly or indirectly, to affect the configuration of the airway. In general, the implant (60, 70, 90, 100, 120, 122, 145, 150, 170, 10, 195, 214, 215, 225) is manipulated to displace the trachea (50) in an inferior direction, resist superior displacement of the trachea (50) and/or to alter the tracheal wall tension. The implant (60, 70, 90, 100, 120, 122, 145, 150, 170, 10, 195, 214, 215, 225) restrains the trachea (50) in the manipulated configuration.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于操纵气道的方法和装置，例如治疗阻塞性睡眠呼吸暂停。 植入物（60,70,90,100,120,122,145,150,170,10,195,214,215,225）相对于气道位于体内。 直接或间接地操纵气道的空间取向以影响气道的构型。 通常，植入物（60,70,90,100,120,122,145,150,170,10,192,214,215,225）被操纵以沿下方向置换气管（50），抵抗上下 排出气管（50）和/或改变气管壁张力。 植入物（60,70,90,100,120,122,145,150,170,10,195,214,215,225）限制气管（50）处于操纵构型。

公开(公告)号：WO2007146338A3

公开(公告)日：2008-04-17

申请号：PCT/US2007013877

申请日：2007-06-13

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL INC ,  ROUE CHAD ,  DINEEN MICHAEL ,  HIROTSUKA MARK ,  JACKSON JASPER ,  FRAZIER ANDREW ,  VAN DER BURG ERIK

Inventor： ROUE CHAD ,  DINEEN MICHAEL ,  HIROTSUKA MARK ,  JACKSON JASPER ,  FRAZIER ANDREW ,  VAN DER BURG ERIK

IPC: A61B17/24 ,  A61B17/04

CPC classification number: A61B17/0401 ,  A61B17/24 ,  A61B2017/00814 ,  A61B2017/0412 ,  A61B2017/042 ,  A61B2017/0422 ,  A61B2017/0427 ,  A61B2017/0433 ,  A61B2017/0435 ,  A61B2017/0437 ,  A61B2017/0438 ,  A61B2017/044 ,  A61B2017/0443 ,  A61B2017/045 ,  A61B2017/0451 ,  A61B2017/0453 ,  A61B2017/0458 ,  A61B2017/0461 ,  A61B2017/0462 ,  A61B2017/0464 ,  A61B2017/0496 ,  A61B2017/06057 ,  A61B2017/0618 ,  A61B2017/248 ,  A61B2018/00327 ,  A61F5/566

Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for manipulating the tongue (9). An implant (3038) is positioned within at least a portion of the tongue (9) and may be secured to other surrounding structures such as the mandible (13) and/or hyoid bone (15). In general, the implant (3038) is manipulated to displace at least a portion of the posterior tongue in an anterior or lateral direction, or to alter the tissue tension or compliance of the tongue (9). Methods and devices for engaging the tongue (9) are also disclosed. One embodiment of a tongue remodeling system includes an elongate implant (3038) configured to be positioned within a selected region of the tongue (9) and a tether (3041) configured to suspend the tongue (9). The tether (3041) can be configured to be looped around the elongate implant (3038) and connected to another structure.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于操纵舌部（9）的方法和装置。 植入物（3038）定位在舌部（9）的至少一部分内，并且可以固定到诸如下颌骨（13）和/或舌骨（15）的其它周围结构。 通常，植入物（3038）被操纵以在前方或横向方向上置换后舌的至少一部分，或改变舌（9）的组织张力或顺应性。 还公开了用于接合舌部（9）的方法和装置。 舌重建系统的一个实施例包括细长植入物（3038），其构造成定位在舌部（9）的选定区域内，以及构造成悬挂舌部（9）的系绳（3041）。 系绳（3041）可以被配置为环绕细长植入物（3038）并连接到另一结构。

公开(公告)号：WO2007146362A2

公开(公告)日：2007-12-21

申请号：PCT/US2007/013926

申请日：2007-06-13

Applicant: ASPIRE MEDICAL, INC. ,  HIROTSUKA, Mark ,  JACKSON, Jasper ,  FRAZIER, Andrew ,  ROUE, Chad ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik ,  DINEEN, Michael

Inventor： HIROTSUKA, Mark ,  JACKSON, Jasper ,  FRAZIER, Andrew ,  ROUE, Chad ,  VAN DER BURG, Erik ,  DINEEN, Michael

CPC classification number: A61B17/0401 ,  A61B17/24 ,  A61B2017/00814 ,  A61B2017/0412 ,  A61B2017/042 ,  A61B2017/0422 ,  A61B2017/0427 ,  A61B2017/0433 ,  A61B2017/0435 ,  A61B2017/0437 ,  A61B2017/0438 ,  A61B2017/044 ,  A61B2017/0443 ,  A61B2017/045 ,  A61B2017/0451 ,  A61B2017/0453 ,  A61B2017/0458 ,  A61B2017/0461 ,  A61B2017/0462 ,  A61B2017/0464 ,  A61B2017/0496 ,  A61B2017/06057 ,  A61B2017/0618 ,  A61B2017/248 ,  A61B2018/00327 ,  A61F5/566

Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for manipulating the tongue (9). An implant (500) is positioned within at least a portion of the tongue (9) and may be secured to other surrounding structures such as the mandible (13) and/or hyoid bone (15). In general, the implant (500) is manipulated to displace at least a portion of the posterior tongue (410) in an anterior or lateral direction, or to alter the tissue tension or compliance of the tongue. Methods and devices for adjusting a glossopexy system are also disclosed. Furthermore, methods and devices for tensioning a glossopexy system are disclosed. A tether (2135) can include a tether protection element (2130) configured to prevent overextension of the tether (2135).

Abstract translation: 公开了用于操纵舌部（9）的方法和装置。 植入物（500）定位在舌部（9）的至少一部分内，并且可以固定到诸如下颌骨（13）和/或舌骨（15）的其它周围结构。 通常，植入物（500）被操纵以在前部或左侧方向上移位后舌部（410）的至少一部分，或者改变组织的张力或舌头的顺应性。 还公开了用于调节glossopexy系统的方法和装置。 此外，公开了用于张紧glossopexy系统的方法和装置。 系绳（2135）可以包括被配置为防止系绳（2135）的过度伸长的系绳保护元件（2130）。