Advanced Modular Tissue Manipulation Platform
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation medical device system that integrates advanced sensing, imaging, and artificial intelligence to enable more precise and effective tissue manipulation during minimally invasive procedures.
Background and Problem Solved
Current minimally invasive medical devices are limited by their inability to provide real-time tissue analysis and feedback, leading to suboptimal tissue manipulation and potential complications. The original patent's multi-functional medical device, while innovative, is constrained by its fixed design and lack of advanced sensing capabilities.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Advanced Modular Tissue Manipulation Platform comprises a family of interchangeable end-effectors, each designed for a specific tissue manipulation task, and a neural network-based control system that optimizes tissue grasping and manipulation. The platform incorporates advanced sensing technologies, such as optical coherence tomography and machine learning algorithms, to provide real-time tissue analysis and feedback. The system also features haptic feedback, enabling surgeons to receive tactile feedback during tissue manipulation. The modular design allows for easy upgrading and customization, ensuring the platform remains adaptable to evolving clinical needs.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in medical device design by integrating advanced sensing, imaging, and artificial intelligence to enable real-time tissue analysis and feedback. The modular end-effector design and neural network-based control system represent a significant departure from the fixed design of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Advanced Modular Tissue Manipulation Platform could include a cloud-based data analytics system for tracking and optimizing tissue manipulation outcomes, or the integration of robotic-assisted surgical systems for enhanced precision and dexterity.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Advanced Modular Tissue Manipulation Platform has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of minimally invasive surgery, interventional cardiology, and gastrointestinal endoscopy. The platform's ability to provide real-time tissue analysis and feedback, coupled with its modular design, positions it to revolutionize the field of tissue manipulation and improve patient outcomes.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/295 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/29 |
| A | A61 | A61B18/1445 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/068 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/34 |
| A | A61 | A61B18/085 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/2901 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/2926 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/320044 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00595 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/1455 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/0817 |
| A | A61 | A61B2217/005 |
| A | A61 | A61B2217/007 |
| A | A61 | A61B2218/002 |
| A | A61 | A61B2218/007 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,214 |
|---|---|
| Title | Multi-functional medical device and related |
| Assignee(s) | Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc. |