Advanced Modular Cannula System for Enhanced Surgical Precision
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation cannula system featuring modular hubs, wireless communication, real-time tracking, and dynamically adjustable diameters to revolutionize minimally invasive surgical procedures.
Background and Problem Solved
The original nested cannula system, while effective, has limitations in terms of flexibility, precision, and real-time guidance. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing advanced features that enhance the surgeon's ability to access and navigate complex anatomical structures.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The advanced modular cannula system comprises a central hub with multiple docking stations, each equipped with a distinct locking mechanism and wireless communication capabilities. This allows for seamless integration with surgical navigation systems, enabling real-time tracking and guidance during procedures. The system also features dynamically adjustable cannula diameters, achieved through telescoping segments, to accommodate varying surgical requirements. Additionally, the system can be easily customized and adapted for different procedures and patient needs through interchangeable cannula modules.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features such as modular hubs, wireless communication, real-time tracking, and dynamically adjustable diameters, which are not present in the original patent. These advancements provide a significant improvement in surgical precision, flexibility, and guidance, making the new inventive concept non-obvious and innovative.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the advanced modular cannula system could include the use of robotic-assisted surgery, where the robotic arm is configured to manipulate the cannula modules. Another variation could involve the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to enhance real-time guidance and decision-making during surgical procedures.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The advanced modular cannula system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the fields of orthopedic, neurosurgical, and cardiovascular surgery. The system's enhanced precision, flexibility, and guidance capabilities make it an attractive solution for hospitals and surgical centers seeking to improve patient outcomes and reduce procedural risks.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/3439 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/347 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Surgical instrumentation, specifically minimally invasive surgical access technologies with a focus on nested cannula systems and surgical navigation techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or surgical instrument designer with expertise in medical device design, experience with minimally invasive surgical technologies, knowledge of sensor integration, and familiarity with robotic surgical systems
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that adding wireless communication, real-time tracking, and modular design to the existing nested cannula system represents a predictable technological evolution. The core nested cannula concept remains unchanged, with the PTD merely introducing standard technological enhancements common in modern surgical instrumentation. These modifications would be considered routine optimization by a skilled practitioner seeking to improve surgical precision and adaptability.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,217 |
|---|---|
| Title | Nested cannula system |
| Assignee(s) | Acumed LLC |