AI-Enhanced Lung Preservation Tech for Transplantation
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Background and Problem Solved
Current organ preservation techniques have limitations in terms of lung function prediction, provenance tracking, and personalized transplantation. The original patent's organ care solution for ex-vivo machine perfusion of donor lungs has been significantly enhanced by incorporating AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies to address these limitations.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The invention's synergistic integration of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with the original patent's organ care solution provides a novel and non-obvious approach to ex-vivo lung care. The use of AI for lung function prediction, IoT for real-time monitoring, and blockchain for provenance tracking represents a significant departure from existing organ preservation techniques.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different AI algorithms, IoT sensor configurations, or blockchain platforms. Variations could also include the integration of additional technologies, such as machine vision or robotics, to further enhance the lung care system.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The intelligent ex-vivo lung care system has significant commercial potential in the organ transplantation market, particularly in the context of lung transplantation. The system's ability to enhance lung function prediction, provenance tracking, and personalized transplantation could increase the availability of donor lungs, reduce transplantation risks, and improve patient outcomes.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01N1/0226 |
| A | A01 | A01N1/0247 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,944 |
|---|---|
| Title | Organ care solution for ex-vivo machine perfusion of donor lungs |
| Assignee(s) | TRANSMEDICS, INC. |