Specialized Robotically Controlled Clot Manipulation and Removal Systems
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept disclosed herein adapts robotically controlled clot manipulation and removal systems for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, including high-altitude, disaster relief, extreme weather, high-security, and limited medical infrastructure settings.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent for robotically controlled clot manipulation and removal systems has limitations in its applicability to diverse operational environments. This inventive concept addresses the need for specialized systems that can effectively operate in challenging conditions, such as high-altitude environments with low atmospheric pressures, remote or disaster-stricken areas with limited medical infrastructure, extreme weather conditions, high-security environments with enhanced biometric security features, and areas with limited medical infrastructure requiring real-time remote monitoring and guidance.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a range of specialized robotically controlled clot manipulation and removal systems, each tailored to a specific operational environment. For high-altitude environments, the system features a pressurized instrument system adapted to operate at low atmospheric pressures. For remote or disaster-stricken areas, the system is portable and deployable, with real-time remote monitoring and guidance capabilities. For extreme weather conditions, the system is weather-resistant and includes a portable power source. For high-security environments, the system incorporates enhanced biometric security features. Each system is designed to effectively remove blood clots from patients in these unique environments, ensuring improved patient outcomes.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptation of robotically controlled clot manipulation and removal systems for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments. The inventive step is in the specialized design and implementation of each system to address the unique challenges of its target environment.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include systems adapted for underwater or space-based environments, or systems integrated with other medical devices, such as ultrasound or fluoroscopy machines. Variations could include systems with interchangeable instrument modules or systems with enhanced autonomous operation capabilities.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, medical devices, and emergency response. The target market includes hospitals, medical research institutions, and emergency response organizations operating in challenging environments. The system's ability to effectively remove blood clots in diverse operational environments addresses a significant unmet need, providing a competitive advantage in the market.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B34/30 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/12136 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/3207 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/22038 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/301 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/303 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/08021 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,277 |
|---|---|
| Title | Robotically controlled clot manipulation and removal |
| Assignee(s) | Auris Health, Inc. |