Adaptive Endometrial Ablation Systems for Specialized Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857248_0004_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Endometrial Ablation Systems for Specialized Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857248_0004_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857248_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. 11,857,248.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept discloses adaptive endometrial ablation systems tailored to operate in unique operational environments, including high-security facilities, disaster relief settings, extreme weather conditions, remote or rural settings, and high-altitude environments.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent relates to electrosurgical methods and devices for global endometrial ablation in the treatment of menorrhagia. However, these systems may not be suitable for operation in specialized environments where security, power supply, or weather conditions are a concern. The inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing adaptive systems that can operate effectively in these unique environments.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a family of endometrial ablation systems, each adapted to a specific operational environment. For high-security facilities, the system incorporates secure data transmission protocols and components. In disaster relief settings, the system is designed to accommodate variable power supply conditions. For extreme weather conditions, the system features insulated and weather-resistant components. In remote or rural settings, the system is optimized for limited power supply resources. Finally, in high-altitude environments, the system is adapted to operate effectively at high elevations. Each system utilizes an expandable thin-wall dielectric structure containing a neutral gas, which is configured to operate in its respective environment.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptive nature, allowing it to operate effectively in unique operational environments. The inventive step is the integration of specialized components and protocols to address the specific challenges of each environment, thereby providing a tailored solution for each niche market.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include variations in the expandable structure's material, shape, or size to accommodate different environmental conditions. Additionally, the system may be integrated with other medical devices or sensors to enhance its functionality and adaptability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, and high-security facilities. The adaptive nature of the system allows it to tap into niche markets, providing a tailored solution for each environment. The system's ability to operate effectively in challenging conditions makes it an attractive solution for organizations operating in these environments.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B18/1485
A A61 A61B5/1076
A A61 A61B18/042
A A61 A61B2018/0022
A A61 A61B2018/00214
A A61 A61B2018/00559
A A61 A61B2018/00577
A A61 A61B2018/00666
A A61 A61B2018/147
A A61 A61B2090/064
A A61 A61B2218/008

Field of Art

Medical device engineering, specifically electrosurgical systems for endometrial ablation, involving radiofrequency energy delivery, medical device design, and adaptive medical technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer with expertise in electrosurgical devices, advanced medical instrumentation, and experience designing minimally invasive surgical technologies, possessing knowledge of radiofrequency energy applications and medical device adaptation

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that adapting the source patent's core radiofrequency endometrial ablation technology to specialized environments represents predictable variations using known engineering techniques. The fundamental technological approach remains consistent, with modifications addressing specific operational constraints through standard design optimization strategies. The PTD's variations represent incremental adaptations that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner familiar with medical device engineering and environmental adaptation principles.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Expandable frame for uterine treatment member configured with dielectric structure
PTD Variation
Adapting expandable structure for high-altitude, extreme weather, and specialized environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Material selection and structural modifications to accommodate environmental variations are routine design choices for medical device engineers, representing predictable engineering solutions
Source Patent Element
Radio frequency current delivery through thin-wall dielectric member
PTD Variation
Modifying energy delivery protocols for variable power supply and secure transmission environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Adjusting energy transmission protocols is a known technique for adapting medical devices to different operational constraints, representing a predictable engineering optimization
Source Patent Element
Electrosurgical system with energy delivery controller
PTD Variation
Integrating specialized controllers with environment-specific transmission and regulation protocols
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing context-specific control mechanisms is a standard approach in medical device engineering, representing an obvious extension of existing technological frameworks
Source Patent Element
Capacitive coupling of radiofrequency current through dielectric member
PTD Variation
Implementing secure data transmission and environmental adaptation strategies within existing energy delivery mechanism
Obviousness Reasoning
Augmenting existing energy delivery systems with additional functional layers is a routine engineering approach for expanding device capabilities
Source Patent Element
Uterine treatment member with expandable configuration
PTD Variation
Developing alternative embodiments with modified material, shape, and size for specialized environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Exploring geometric and material variations is a standard design optimization strategy, representing predictable engineering problem-solving
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857248 and the disclosed variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed endometrial ablation system adaptations obvious, as they represent predictable engineering modifications to an existing radiofrequency ablation technology framework, utilizing standard design optimization techniques to address specific environmental constraints.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,248
TitleMethods and systems for endometrial ablation utilizing radio frequency
Assignee(s)MINERVA SURGICAL, INC.