Advanced Implant Article Placement System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation implant article placement system that leverages advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and 3D printing to provide real-time feedback, personalized implant guides, and customizable platforms for optimal implant placement and minimized surgical site complications.
Background and Problem Solved
The original implanted article physical referencing apparatus, while effective, has limitations in terms of adaptability to individual patient anatomies and surgical requirements. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a network of implantable sensors, machine learning algorithms, and modular platforms to provide real-time feedback and optimize implant placement.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The advanced implant article placement system comprises a network of implantable sensors that monitor and adapt to changes in patient anatomy, providing real-time feedback for optimizing implant article placement and minimizing surgical site complications. The system utilizes machine learning algorithms to predict optimal implant placement based on individual patient characteristics and surgical requirements, generating personalized 3D-printed implant article guides. The modular implant article placement platform features interchangeable guide shaft modules and adjustable locking mechanisms, enabling surgeons to customize the platform for various surgical procedures and patient anatomies. Additionally, the system incorporates a computer-assisted implant article placement system, utilizing artificial intelligence to analyze pre-operative imaging data and provide real-time guidance for surgeons during implant placement procedures. The bio-absorbable implant article referencing apparatus, comprising a biodegradable guide body and guide shafts, reduces the risk of implant-related complications and promotes tissue regeneration.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in implant article placement by integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and 3D printing, providing real-time feedback and personalized implant guides. The modular and customizable platform, as well as the bio-absorbable implant article referencing apparatus, represent a significant departure from the original patent, offering a more ambitious and forward-thinking approach to implant article placement.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the advanced implant article placement system could include the use of robotic assistance, augmented reality visualization, or real-time biomechanical analysis to further optimize implant placement. Variations of the modular platform could be designed for specific surgical procedures, such as orthopedic, neurosurgical, or cardiovascular applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The advanced implant article placement system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, with potential applications in orthopedic, neurosurgical, cardiovascular, and other surgical specialties. The system's ability to reduce surgical site complications, improve patient outcomes, and increase surgeon confidence could lead to widespread adoption and market growth.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B34/20 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1717 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/3468 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/7082 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1742 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/1757 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/3405 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/347 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2068 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Surgical implant positioning and referencing technologies, specifically focusing on orthopedic and medical device placement systems with precision guidance mechanisms
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in surgical instrumentation, 3D modeling, biomechanical engineering, and advanced manufacturing techniques, possessing knowledge of surgical procedural requirements and medical device design principles
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the PTD's advanced implant placement system represents predictable technological extensions of the source patent's fundamental implant referencing apparatus design. The core technical problem of precise implant positioning remains consistent, with the PTD introducing incremental improvements through known technological integration strategies. The modular design, sensor networks, and AI-assisted guidance represent logical evolutionary steps in medical device technology that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance surgical precision and patient outcomes.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,272 |
|---|---|
| Title | Implanted article physical referencing apparatus |
| Assignee(s) | SI-RESTORE LLC |