Kci Licensing, Inc.

Kenneth R. Smith

John H. Vrzalik

Juan L. Gonzalez

Bruce L. Phillips

Michael R. Oliva

Kevin W. Bendele

Paul D. Slimpin

Jeffrey S. Parker

Cesar Z. Lina

Mark Stephen James Beard

Godfrey Charles Alexander Robson

Peter Charles Stacy

Juan L Gonzalez

Kevin W Bendele

Michael Oliva

Bruce L Phillips

Christopher Brian Locke

Richard Daniel John Coulthard

John H Vrzalik

Cesar Z Lina

Paul D Slimpin

Kenneth R Smith

Systems, methods, and dressings are presented that involve using a RFID device in a dressing to provide pressure data or other data to a remote base unit. The dressing is an interactive dressing. The reduced pressure in the dressing may be monitored and used to control delivery of reduced pressure. In one instance, the pressure data at each dressing allows a plurality of tissue sites to be monitored and used with as single remote base unit. In another instance, devices and methods for assuring a proper pairing of reduced-pressure dressings and remote base units are also presented. Other systems, methods, and dressings are presented.

Wound connection pad with RFID and integrated strain gauge pressure sensor

A system and method for maintaining an air inflation mattress configuration sufficient for patient support and comfort. Infrared illumination levels are measured within individual or groups of inflated mattress chambers. A staggered approach to illumination monitoring of chambers or sections to eliminate crosstalk between the infrared sensors is carried out. Distributed microprocessor controllers established in a network configuration utilizing controller network protocols reduces the wiring and connections necessary for the assembled system. Various mattress cushion construction techniques, such as sewing and or RF welding methods, are used for the creation of individual chambers utilizing specific types of IR translucent, transparent or reflective materials. The construction of the cushions and bladders in the system includes the use of various types of fabrics with low to high air loss qualities as required. The overall mattress assembly, including the control systems and the methodologies associated with such control systems, provide a unique approach to the maintenance of a consistently comfortable patient support surface. The use of a handheld unit for both programming the system and downloading information about the operation of the system is also anticipated. The specific cushion construction designs associated with the head, body, and foot cushion components of the mattress are tailored to operate specifically with the control capabilities (sensors and air flow regulators) of the invention.

System and method for maintaining air inflatable mattress configuration

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Juan L Gonzalez