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Personalized Atrial Fibrillation Ablation for Niche Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857263_0009_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Personalized Atrial Fibrillation Ablation for Niche Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857263_0009_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857263_0009_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. 11,857,263.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An innovative approach to atrial fibrillation ablation tailored for specific, high-stakes environments and unique anatomical variations, ensuring effective treatment in challenging scenarios.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent's personalized atrial fibrillation ablation device has limitations in addressing the needs of patients with atypical pulmonary vein anatomy, extreme anatomical variations, high-security environments, disaster relief situations, or extreme weather-related conditions. The new inventive concept addresses these gaps by adapting the original technology for these niche scenarios.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises a system and method for personalized atrial fibrillation ablation in patients with atypical pulmonary vein anatomy, extreme anatomical variations, high-security environments, disaster relief situations, or extreme weather-related conditions. The system includes a three-dimensional model of the patient's heart, an ablation catheter customized to the patient's unique anatomy, and additional features such as secure data transmission, portable three-dimensional imaging, and lightweight, compact ablation devices. The method involves using these customized devices to treat atrial fibrillation in these specific scenarios, ensuring effective treatment and minimizing complications.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptation of the original personalized atrial fibrillation ablation device for niche environments and unique anatomical variations, introducing new features such as secure data transmission, portable three-dimensional imaging, and lightweight, compact ablation devices. The inventive step is the recognition of the need for specialized solutions in these areas and the development of tailored technologies to address them.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include customized ablation devices for other specific anatomical variations, such as anomalous cardiac structures or rare genetic disorders. Variations could also involve integrating the ablation device with other medical technologies, such as cardiac imaging or electrophysiology systems, to create a comprehensive treatment platform.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of cardiac electrophysiology and interventional cardiology. The target market includes hospitals, clinics, and medical research institutions serving patients with atrial fibrillation in niche environments and unique anatomical variations.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B34/10
A A61 A61B18/1492
A A61 A61B2017/00526
A A61 A61B2018/00375
A A61 A61B2018/00577
A A61 A61B2034/104
A A61 A61B2034/105
A A61 A61B2090/374
A A61 A61B2090/378
A A61 A61B2090/3762
A A61 A61M25/0009

Field of Art

Medical device engineering, specifically cardiac intervention technologies focusing on electrophysiological ablation systems for atrial fibrillation treatment, requiring advanced knowledge of medical imaging, catheter design, and cardiac anatomy

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or interventional cardiologist with expertise in medical device design, 3D anatomical modeling, cardiac mapping technologies, and minimally invasive ablation techniques, holding advanced degrees and professional certifications

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core personalized ablation technology, applying standard engineering design principles to adapt the core technology for specialized medical environments and unique anatomical scenarios. The disclosed modifications represent logical adaptations that would be immediately apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize atrial fibrillation treatment across diverse clinical contexts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Three-dimensional personalized heart modeling for ablation device customization
PTD Variation
Extending 3D modeling to accommodate atypical pulmonary vein anatomy and extreme anatomical variations
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable variation using known medical imaging techniques, representing a standard design approach for patient-specific medical interventions
Source Patent Element
Ablation panel with ostial fitment elements for pulmonary vein engagement
PTD Variation
Developing specialized fitment elements for high-security and disaster relief environments with compact, lightweight design
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine engineering optimization applying known design constraints to create context-specific medical devices
Source Patent Element
Personalized cardiac ablation device with multiple electrode configurations
PTD Variation
Integrating secure data transmission systems and portable imaging technologies into ablation device design
Obviousness Reasoning
Combining known medical device technologies using standard integration techniques, representing an obvious technological improvement
Source Patent Element
Base ring design with mesh material covering
PTD Variation
Adapting device structural elements to accommodate extreme environmental conditions like hypothermia
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying standard materials engineering principles to modify device performance under variable clinical conditions
Source Patent Element
Patient-specific ablation pattern generation
PTD Variation
Expanding ablation strategy to include niche medical scenarios and rare anatomical configurations
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of personalized medical technology using established medical imaging and intervention design methodologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857263 and the disclosed variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed personalized atrial fibrillation ablation technologies obvious and lacking inventive step, as the modifications represent predictable engineering adaptations within the established technological framework of patient-specific cardiac intervention devices.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,263
TitlePersonalized atrial fibrillation ablation