A method for treating interstitial cystitis of a patient is disclosed. The method includes providing a catheter with a lumen and an elongate rod disposed within the lumen and routing the lumen through a urethra such that a distal end of the elongate rod is disposed in an interior of a bladder. Then connecting the elongate rod to a controller adapted to generate current and supplying a current at a first amperage from the controller to the distal end of the elongate rod. Applying the current for a predetermined time so as to disrupt a biofilm on or proximate to an interior wall of the bladder.
A61N 1/36 - Application de courants électriques par électrodes de contact courants alternatifs ou intermittents pour stimuler, p. ex. stimulateurs cardiaques
Devices and methods are described for electrolytically, ultrasonically, or both electrolytically and ultrasonically disrupting debris on an eyelid margin. A method contacts debris on an eyelid margin with a first electrode and contacting a surface of an eyelid with a second electrode and supplying electrical energy to one of the first or second electrodes to disrupt the debris on the eyelid margin. Another method applies ultrasonic energy to the eyelid margin to disrupt debris on the eyelid margin. In yet another method electrical energy is supplied to a structure within the eyelid to disrupt debris within that structure while not harming the underlying the eyelid margin, the eyelid, or the structure within the eyelid.
A61B 18/12 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci par chauffage en faisant passer des courants à travers les tissus à chauffer, p. ex. des courants à haute fréquence
A61N 1/36 - Application de courants électriques par électrodes de contact courants alternatifs ou intermittents pour stimuler, p. ex. stimulateurs cardiaques
A61N 1/32 - Application de courants électriques par électrodes de contact courants alternatifs ou intermittents
A61N 1/08 - Aménagements ou circuits de surveillance, de protection, de commande ou d'indication
A61N 1/20 - Application de courants électriques par électrodes de contact courants continus ininterrompus
A61N 1/36 - Application de courants électriques par électrodes de contact courants alternatifs ou intermittents pour stimuler, p. ex. stimulateurs cardiaques
Devices and methods are described for electrolytically, ultrasonically, or both electrolytically and ultrasonically disrupting debris on an eyelid margin. A device includes an eyelid contacting portion having at least a first electrode, a second electrode, and a power supply electrically coupled to at least one of the first and second electrodes. The eyelid contacting portion may optionally have a shelf separating an upper portion from a lower portion with electrodes on the upper and lower portions. The eyelid contacting portion may optionally include at least one channel with electrodes. The device may optionally include an ultrasonic driver. Another device includes an ultrasonic driver but no electrodes. A method contacts debris on an eyelid margin with a first electrode and contacting a surface of an eyelid with a second electrode and supplying electrical energy to one of the first or second electrodes to disrupt the debris. Another method applies ultrasonic energy to the eyelid margin to disrupt debris on the eyelid margin.
A61B 18/12 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci par chauffage en faisant passer des courants à travers les tissus à chauffer, p. ex. des courants à haute fréquence
A method and apparatus for treating ocular disorders such as blepharitis, meibomitis, and dry eye syndrome. The method includes using an electromechanical device to move a swab relative to the eye to create cyclical movement that impacts debris present at the eyelid margin and effectively removes the debris from the eye to encourage healing and prevent further digression of the health of the eye. The apparatus is an electromechanical device that includes a mechanical drive unit operatively connected to a swab to create a precise relative movement of the swab to the eye to remove debris present therein.
A61N 1/32 - Application de courants électriques par électrodes de contact courants alternatifs ou intermittents
A61N 1/36 - Application de courants électriques par électrodes de contact courants alternatifs ou intermittents pour stimuler, p. ex. stimulateurs cardiaques
A61N 1/20 - Application de courants électriques par électrodes de contact courants continus ininterrompus
An instrument for removing debris from an eye during the treatment of an ocular disorder has a swab and a rigid member. The swab includes a tip portion sized to provide access to the debris on an eyelid of the eye. The rigid member has a distal end portion affixed to the swab and a proximal end portion with a cross-sectional member profile. The cross-sectional member profile is non-circular and has a first groove. The first groove extends longitudinally along the proximal end portion for cooperating with a chuck such that rotation of the proximal end portion within the chuck is inhibited.
An instrument for removing debris from an eye during the treatment of an ocular disorder has a swab and a rigid member. The swab includes a tip portion sized to provide access to the debris on an eyelid of the eye. The rigid member has a distal end portion affixed to the swab and a proximal end portion with a cross-sectional member profile. The cross-sectional member profile is non-circular and has a first groove. The first groove extends longitudinally along the proximal end portion for cooperating with a chuck such that rotation of the proximal end portion within the chuck is inhibited.
Devices and methods are described for electrolytically, ultrasonically, or both electrolytically and ultrasonically disrupting debris on an eyelid margin. A device includes an eyelid contacting portion having at least a first electrode, a second electrode, and a power supply electrically coupled to at least one of the first and second electrodes. The eyelid contacting portion may optionally have a shelf separating an upper portion from a lower portion with electrodes on the upper and lower portions. The eyelid contacting portion may optionally include at least one channel with electrodes. The device may optionally include an ultrasonic driver. Another device includes an ultrasonic driver but no electrodes. A method contacts debris on an eyelid margin with a first electrode and contacting a surface of an eyelid with a second electrode and supplying electrical energy to one of the first or second electrodes to disrupt the debris. Another method applies ultrasonic energy to the eyelid margin to disrupt debris on the eyelid margin.
A61B 1/32 - Dispositifs pour ouvrir ou agrandir le champ de vision, p. ex. dans un conduit du corps
A61B 8/12 - Diagnostic utilisant des ondes ultrasonores, sonores ou infrasonores dans des cavités ou des conduits du corps, p. ex. en utilisant des cathéters
A61B 18/12 - Instruments, dispositifs ou procédés chirurgicaux pour transférer des formes non mécaniques d'énergie vers le corps ou à partir de celui-ci par chauffage en faisant passer des courants à travers les tissus à chauffer, p. ex. des courants à haute fréquence
(1) Medical apparatus, namely, apparatus for removing discharge and debris from the eyelid for treatment of eye conditions, namely blepharitis, dry eye, and meibomian disease.
(1) Medical apparatus, namely, apparatus for removing discharge and debris from the eyelid for treatment of eye conditions, namely blepharitis, dry eye, and meibomian disease.
(1) Medical apparatus, namely, apparatus for removing discharge and debris from the eyelid for treatment of eye conditions, namely blepharitis, dry eye, and meibomian disease.
An instrument for removing debris from an eye during the treatment of an ocular disorder has a swab and a rigid member. The swab includes a tip portion sized to provide access to the debris on an eyelid of the eye. The rigid member has a distal end portion affixed to the swab and a proximal end portion with a cross-sectional member profile. The cross-sectional member profile is non-circular and has a first groove. The first groove extends longitudinally along the proximal end portion for cooperating with a chuck such that rotation of the proximal end portion within the chuck is inhibited.
A method and apparatus for treating ocular disorders such as blepharitis, meibomitis, and dry eye syndrome. The method includes using an electromechanical device to move a swab relative to the eye to create cyclical movement that impacts debris present at the eyelid margin and effectively removes the debris from the eye to encourage healing and prevent further digression of the health of the eye. The apparatus is an electromechanical device that includes a mechanical drive unit operatively connected to a swab to create a precise relative movement of the swab to the eye to remove debris present therein.
A method and device for treating ocular disorders such as blepharitis, meibomitis, and dry eye syndrome. The method includes using an electromechanical device (10) to move a swab (14) relative to the eye (15) to create cyclical movement that impacts debris present at the eyelid margin and effectively removes the debris from the eye (15) to encourage healing and prevent further digression of the health of the eye (15). The device (10) includes a mechanical drive unit (12) operatively connected to an instrument (122) having a swab (14) and a rigid member (16) to create a precise relative movement of the swab (14) to the eye (15) and remove debris present therein. The rigid member (16) has a proximal end portion (12) with a cross-sectional member profile (180) that cooperates with a chuck (132) such that rotation within the chuck (132) is inhibited.
A61F 9/00 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour le traitement des yeuxDispositifs pour mettre en place des verres de contactDispositifs pour corriger le strabismeAppareils pour guider les aveuglesDispositifs protecteurs pour les yeux, portés sur le corps ou dans la main
A61F 9/007 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la chirurgie de l'œil
A61F 13/38 - Tampons comportant une poignée en forme de bâtonnet, p. ex. bâtonnets ouatés
