Smart Clavicle Fixation System with Integrated AI and IoT Capabilities
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel clavicle fixation system that combines advanced materials, AI-driven real-time monitoring, and IoT-enabled remote feedback to optimize treatment outcomes and patient care.
Background and Problem Solved
The original clavicle fixation system, while effective, had limitations in terms of real-time monitoring and personalized treatment. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating AI, IoT, and advanced materials to create a more powerful and adaptive system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The smart clavicle fixation system comprises an intramedullary clavicle nail with an integrated sensor and AI module, which continuously monitors fixation parameters and adjusts them in real-time to ensure optimal treatment. The AI module is connected to a blockchain-based patient data management system, ensuring secure and decentralized storage and sharing of patient information. The system also features a 3D-printed, customized plate made from a novel, biocompatible material, designed to optimize bone growth and reduce implant rejection risk. Furthermore, the system integrates IoT-enabled, remote monitoring and feedback capabilities, communicating with a cloud-based server to provide real-time updates on patient recovery and treatment outcomes.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the integration of AI, IoT, and advanced materials, which are not present in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the synergistic combination of these distinct technologies to create a more powerful and adaptive system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include the use of different AI algorithms, varying types of sensors, or alternative blockchain-based systems. Variations could include the application of this inventive concept to other types of fractures or injuries.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The smart clavicle fixation system has significant commercial potential in the orthopedic and medical device industries, particularly in the areas of trauma care, sports medicine, and personalized healthcare.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/8061 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/8004 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/8014 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/8057 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical Device Engineering, specifically orthopedic surgical implants and fixation systems, with expertise in biomechanical design, materials science, and surgical intervention technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or orthopedic surgical device designer with advanced degree, 5-10 years experience, familiar with medical device integration, sensor technologies, and advanced manufacturing techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating sensor technologies, AI, and IoT capabilities into existing surgical fixation systems represents a predictable technological evolution driven by ongoing digital transformation in medical devices. The fundamental structural elements of the clavicle fixation system remain consistent, with added intelligent monitoring capabilities that leverage well-established sensor and machine learning technologies. The proposed variations represent incremental improvements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance surgical outcomes through real-time monitoring and personalized treatment approaches.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,229 |
|---|---|
| Title | Clavicle fixation system |
| Assignee(s) | Globus Medical, Inc. |