AI-Integrated Electromechanical Surgical System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A handheld electromechanical surgical system that leverages artificial intelligence, IoT, and blockchain technologies to enhance surgical outcomes, optimize device performance, and provide secure data tracking.
Background and Problem Solved
The original handheld electromechanical surgical system, as described in the patent, has limitations in predicting tissue clamping forces, tracking procedure outcomes, and optimizing device performance. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies to create a more powerful and efficient surgical system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The AI-integrated electromechanical surgical system comprises a handheld surgical device, an AI module, an IoT-enabled sensor network, and a blockchain-based data storage system. The AI module predicts tissue clamping forces based on real-time sensor data and adjusts the surgical device's operation accordingly. The IoT-enabled sensor network monitors and optimizes the device's performance in real-time, while the blockchain-based data storage system tracks and verifies procedure outcomes. The system also includes a cloud-based analytics platform that detects changes in tissue stiffness and provides personalized recommendations for device settings and operation.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces the synergistic combination of AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with the handheld electromechanical surgical system, enabling real-time optimization, secure data tracking, and personalized recommendations. This integration is new and non-obvious compared to the original patent, which did not contemplate the use of these technologies.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include integrating the AI module with other types of surgical devices, using different blockchain protocols for data storage, or incorporating additional sensors and analytics platforms to further enhance the system's performance.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The AI-integrated electromechanical surgical system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, and personalized medicine. The system's ability to optimize surgical outcomes, reduce complications, and provide secure data tracking makes it an attractive solution for hospitals, surgical centers, and medical professionals.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/1155 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/072 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/07207 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/320016 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/068 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/98 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00017 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00022 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/0046 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00119 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00199 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00221 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00398 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00411 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00464 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00473 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00725 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00734 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/07257 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/07271 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/07285 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/2903 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/2904 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/320032 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/064 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/0803 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/0811 |
| A | A61 | A61B2217/007 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/0261 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,194 |
|---|---|
| Title | Handheld electromechanical surgical system |
| Assignee(s) | Covidien LP |