Adaptive Handheld Electromechanical Surgical System for Enhanced Surgical Outcomes
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An advanced handheld electromechanical surgical system that leverages AI, augmented reality, and decentralized networks to optimize surgical outcomes, enable precision surgical tasks, and provide real-time feedback and guidance to surgeons.
Background and Problem Solved
Conventional handheld electromechanical surgical systems lack adaptability, precision, and real-time feedback, leading to suboptimal surgical outcomes. The original patent's limitations in terms of fixed motor speed, decoupling detection, and clamping force calculation are addressed by this new inventive concept, which integrates AI-driven analytics, real-time tissue analysis, and swarm robotics to revolutionize surgical procedures.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new system comprises a modular, AI-assisted handle assembly that adapts to various surgical procedures and tissue types. The handle assembly includes a real-time tissue analysis module, a predictive analytics engine, and a holographic display. The system can execute customized surgical protocols based on real-time tissue analysis and predictive analytics, and features a swarm of micro-robots for precision surgical tasks. The micro-robots communicate with each other using a decentralized, blockchain-based network, ensuring secure and efficient data exchange.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in handheld electromechanical surgical systems by integrating AI, augmented reality, and decentralized networks. The inventive concept's novelty lies in its ability to adapt to various surgical procedures and tissue types, provide real-time feedback and guidance, and enable precision surgical tasks through swarm robotics.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include wearable devices, robotic assistants, or even implantable devices that leverage the same AI-driven analytics and decentralized networks. Variations could also include different types of surgical procedures, such as ophthalmic or neurosurgical applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptive handheld electromechanical surgical system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, with applications in minimally invasive surgeries, robotic-assisted surgeries, and surgical training. The target market includes hospitals, clinics, and medical research institutions, with potential partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare providers.
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 |