Cryosurgical Instruments for Specialized Environments and Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857240_0004_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Cryosurgical Instruments for Specialized Environments and Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857240_0004_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857240_0004_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,240.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept discloses specialized cryosurgical instruments and methods tailored for high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, high-altitude environments, and remote areas.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a cryosurgical instrument for combined cryosurgery and electrolysis treatments. However, these instruments may not be suitable for specific, demanding environments or applications. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing specialized cryosurgical instruments and methods that can operate effectively in high-security settings, extreme weather conditions, high-altitude environments, and remote areas.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises cryosurgical instruments and methods designed for specific niches. For high-security needs, the instrument features a tamper-evident protective member. For disaster relief, the method incorporates real-time imaging and a cryosurgical probe designed for use in extreme weather conditions. For extreme cold environments, the system includes thermal insulation to maintain a temperature above -20°C. For high-altitude environments, the instrument features a pressure-resistant housing. For remote areas, the method employs a portable energy source and satellite communication for remote monitoring.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel features and combinations that distinguish the inventive concept from the original patent. These include the use of tamper-evident materials, real-time imaging, thermal insulation, pressure-resistant housing, and portable energy sources with satellite communication. These specialized components and methods provide a non-obvious solution for the targeted environments and applications.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include using different materials for the protective member, incorporating additional sensors for real-time monitoring, or modifying the thermal insulation design for specific environmental conditions. Variations of the inventive concept could also include adapting the cryosurgical instrument for use in other specialized environments, such as underwater or space exploration.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, and aerospace. The specialized cryosurgical instruments and methods can provide a competitive advantage in these markets by offering tailored solutions for specific environments and applications.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B18/02
A A61 A61B2017/00097
A A61 A61B2018/00101
A A61 A61B2018/0262

Field of Art

Medical device technology, specifically cryosurgical and electrosurgical instruments with a focus on minimally invasive surgical probes and treatment methods

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in surgical instrumentation, thermal treatment technologies, and advanced materials engineering, typically holding a master's or doctoral degree with 3-5 years of specialized experience

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technology by applying known design modifications to address specific environmental and operational challenges. The fundamental cryosurgical probe and electrolysis mechanism remain substantially unchanged, with the variations representing routine engineering adaptations to expand the instrument's utility across different operational contexts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Cryosurgical probe with exterior protective member
PTD Variation
Tamper-evident protective material for high-security environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Selecting specialized material properties is a routine design choice for a PHOSITA, with predictable results of maintaining core probe functionality while adding security features
Source Patent Element
Electrode configuration for generating electrolysis products
PTD Variation
Real-time imaging integration for monitoring treatment
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding diagnostic monitoring to surgical instruments is a well-established technique in medical device design, representing an obvious improvement to existing technological capabilities
Source Patent Element
Thermal conductive probe design
PTD Variation
Thermal insulation to maintain temperature above -20°C in extreme environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying thermal management is a predictable engineering solution for extending device performance across different environmental conditions, using known thermal engineering principles
Source Patent Element
Cryosurgical probe with external electrode configuration
PTD Variation
Pressure-resistant housing for high-altitude applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting medical devices for extreme environmental conditions represents a standard engineering approach with finite, predictable design solutions known to those skilled in the art
Source Patent Element
Electrolysis-enabled cryosurgical instrument
PTD Variation
Portable energy source with satellite communication for remote monitoring
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating remote communication and portable power is a conventional enhancement for medical devices, representing an obvious technological progression for expanding instrument utility
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857240, the variations disclosed herein would be considered obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art, as they represent predictable technological extensions employing known design techniques to adapt a fundamental cryosurgical probe technology for specialized environmental and operational contexts. The disclosed modifications constitute prima facie obviousness under 35 U.S.C. § 103, rendering potential claims directed to such variations unpatentable as anticipated prior art.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,240
TitleMethods, systems, and apparatuses for cryosurgery, coldsurgery, and electrolysis
Assignee(s)CRYOELECTRIC SCIENCE LTD.