Synergistic Intraocular Physiological Sensor System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept integrates an intraocular physiological sensor with distinct technologies, such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials, to create a more powerful system for monitoring and managing intraocular pressure, enhancing patient care and improving health outcomes.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Intraocular physiological sensor', provides a foundational technology for measuring intraocular pressure. However, it has limitations in terms of data analysis, storage, and remote monitoring. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating synergistic combinations of technologies to create a more comprehensive and effective system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises an intraocular physiological sensor, IoT-enabled communication modules, machine learning algorithms, blockchain-based health record systems, wearable devices, and remote monitoring stations. The sensor captures intraocular pressure measurements, which are transmitted to a cloud-based server for analysis using machine learning algorithms. The system can predict glaucoma risk, generate unique identifiers for the sensor, associate the sensor with a patient's electronic health record, and securely store sensor data on the blockchain. The wearable device presents real-time intraocular pressure readings and alerts, while the remote monitoring station provides a decision support system for alerting healthcare professionals to abnormal pressure readings.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel combinations of technologies, including IoT, blockchain, AI, and new materials, which provide a significant improvement over the original patent. The inventive concept's synergistic integration of these technologies enables a more comprehensive and effective system for monitoring and managing intraocular pressure.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different communication protocols, such as 5G or Wi-Fi, or the integration of additional sensors, such as temperature or humidity sensors, to provide a more comprehensive picture of intraocular health. Variations could also include the use of different machine learning algorithms or blockchain platforms to enhance the system's functionality.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the areas of ophthalmology and optometry. The system could be marketed as a comprehensive solution for monitoring and managing intraocular pressure, enhancing patient care and improving health outcomes.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B3/16 |
| A | A61 | A61B3/0025 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/076 |
| A | A61 | A61B2560/0257 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering, specifically implantable physiological sensors for ophthalmological monitoring, involving biomedical instrumentation, sensor design, wireless communication, and data analytics technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer with expertise in medical sensor design, wireless communication protocols, data processing algorithms, and healthcare technology integration, holding advanced degrees in bioengineering or electrical engineering with 3-5 years of specialized experience in medical device development
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that integrating modern communication and data processing technologies with the foundational intraocular pressure sensing system represents a predictable technological evolution. The source patent establishes a core sensing methodology that naturally invites enhancement through contemporary digital health technologies. A PHOSITA would understand that IoT, machine learning, and blockchain represent standard technological augmentations for medical monitoring systems, making the PTD's variations obvious extensions of existing technological capabilities.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,262 |
|---|---|
| Title | Intraocular physiological sensor |
| Assignee(s) | Glaukos Corporation |