Intelligent Surgical Gown: AI-Enhanced Medical Technology
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Background and Problem Solved
The original surgical gown patent addressed limitations in instrument management during surgery. However, it did not account for the needs of the entire surgical team, nor did it leverage modern technologies to improve the surgical process. This invention addresses these limitations by integrating the patented surgical gown with distinct technologies to create a more powerful system.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novel combination of the patented surgical gown with AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials creates a synergistic system that is more than the sum of its parts. The integration of these distinct technologies provides a non-obvious solution to the limitations of the original patent, enhancing surgical efficiency, safety, and training.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Intelligent Surgical Gown System could include variations in the AI-powered assistant system, such as using machine learning algorithms to predict instrument needs or integrating with electronic health records. Other variations could include different types of IoT-enabled sensors, blockchain-enabled tracking systems, or new materials with distinct properties.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Intelligent Surgical Gown System has significant commercial potential in the medical industry, particularly in hospitals and surgical centers. The system's ability to enhance surgical efficiency, safety, and training could lead to widespread adoption, with potential markets including surgical instrument manufacturers, medical technology companies, and healthcare providers.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A41 | A41D13/0012 |
| A | A41 | A41D13/1209 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,002 |
|---|---|
| Title | Surgical gowns |
| Assignee(s) | Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research |