Medical devices with camera and methods of placement

Abstract

The present invention provides medical devices comprising a camera combined with a second device selected from an endotracheal tube, oral airway, supraglottic airway, tracheostomy tube, suction catheter, tubeless intubating device, tool tube and / or stylet. The present invention also provides methods for rapid and accurate placement of a medical device in a patient with a guidance of a bougie and continuous real-time monitoring, including a remote monitoring, of the patient after the placement.

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[0001] Cross References to Related Applications [0002] This application claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Patent Application 15 / 692,416, filed August 31, 2017, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. technical field [0003] The present invention provides a set of disposable medical devices, including various intubation devices, in combination with a disposable camera that provides continuous visualization during and after placement in a patient. Sound devices such as microphones can be incorporated into many devices and provide continuous monitoring of the patient's breathing and heart sounds. Continuous visual and audio monitoring of the patient is real-time and remote monitoring is also possible. Also provided are methods for quickly and accurately placing a medical device within a patient. Background technique [0004] Various devices can be used to stabilize the patient and facilitate his breathing, feeding and drug delivery. Such d...

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While these devices may include a disposable camera head, these devices still include a separate camera tube sealed at the distal end

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