Intelligent Cryogenic Tissue Remodeling System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel system integrating cryogenic needle technology with AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials to provide personalized, efficient, and secure dermatological tissue remodeling treatments.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a cryogenic needle with freeze zone regulation for cosmetic tissue remodeling. However, it lacked integration with other technologies to enhance treatment outcomes, patient data management, and real-time monitoring. This inventive concept addresses these limitations by combining the cryogenic needle with AI-powered diagnostic capabilities, IoT-enabled sensors, blockchain-based patient data management, and advanced materials for enhanced cooling efficiency.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Intelligent Cryogenic Tissue Remodeling System comprises a cryogenic needle with a freeze zone regulation module, an AI-powered diagnostic module, IoT-enabled sensors, a blockchain-based patient data management module, and an AI-powered analytics module. The AI module identifies target tissue structures and provides real-time feedback to optimize the freeze zone regulation. The IoT-enabled sensors generate a 3D model of the patient's skin surface, enabling personalized treatment planning. The blockchain-based module securely stores and retrieves patient data, ensuring confidentiality and integrity. The AI-powered analytics module predicts treatment outcomes based on patient data and cryogenic treatment parameters. The system can be further enhanced with novel thermoelectric materials for improved cooling efficiency.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials with the cryogenic needle technology, providing a synergistic combination that enables personalized, efficient, and secure dermatological tissue remodeling treatments. This inventive concept is novel and non-obvious compared to the original patent, as it combines distinct technologies to achieve a new, more powerful system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include integrating the cryogenic needle with other diagnostic modalities, such as ultrasound or MRI, to enhance target tissue identification. Variations may include using different AI algorithms or machine learning models to optimize the freeze zone regulation. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in other medical applications, such as cancer treatment or wound healing.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Intelligent Cryogenic Tissue Remodeling System has significant commercial potential in the dermatological and cosmetic industries, offering a new standard of care for patients seeking non-invasive, personalized treatments. The system's ability to provide real-time feedback, secure patient data management, and predict treatment outcomes makes it an attractive solution for clinics, hospitals, and medical spas.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B18/02 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00473 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00029 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00041 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00648 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00714 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00738 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00744 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00779 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00791 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00898 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/00994 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/0262 |
| A | A61 | A61B2018/0293 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device technologies for cryogenic tissue treatment, specifically dermatological and cosmetic interventions, requiring expertise in medical engineering, thermal regulation, sensor technologies, and advanced diagnostic systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device specialist with advanced degrees, proficient in cryogenic technologies, AI integration, sensor design, and understanding of tissue interaction with controlled thermal environments
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating AI, IoT, and advanced data management with existing cryogenic needle technology represents a predictable technological evolution. The core freeze zone regulation mechanism remains fundamentally consistent with the source patent, while the proposed enhancements represent standard engineering approaches to improving medical device functionality through computational and sensor technologies.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,239 |
|---|---|
| Title | Cryogenic needle with freeze zone regulation |
| Assignee(s) | Pacira CryoTech, Inc. |