Intelligent Vessel Assessment and Treatment Systems
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel system integrating vessel assessment devices with AI, IoT, blockchain, and 3D printing technologies to provide accurate diagnoses, personalized treatment plans, and optimized vessel stent fabrication.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed devices, systems, and methods for assessing vessels, but it had limitations in terms of data analysis, security, and personalized treatment. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by leveraging advanced technologies to provide a more comprehensive and effective vessel assessment and treatment system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system consists of a vessel assessment device, a blockchain-based data storage module, a machine learning module, an IoT-enabled sensor module, a data analytics module, a cloud-based AI platform, a blockchain-based image analysis platform, a 3D printing module, and a medical imaging device. The vessel assessment device obtains data on vessel blockage or stenosis. The blockchain-based data storage module ensures secure and transparent data management. The machine learning module analyzes the data to generate predictive models of vessel blockage progression and personalized treatment plans. The IoT-enabled sensor module integrates sensor data with vessel assessment data to generate a comprehensive vessel health profile. The data analytics module integrates data from various sources to provide actionable insights. The cloud-based AI platform and blockchain-based image analysis platform provide additional analytical capabilities. The 3D printing module fabricates customized vessel stents based on the personalized treatment plans. The medical imaging device captures images of the vessel for anomaly detection.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and 3D printing technologies with vessel assessment devices, providing a novel and non-obvious solution that addresses the limitations of the original patent. The inventive step lies in the synergistic combination of these technologies to provide a more comprehensive and effective vessel assessment and treatment system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments could include the use of different AI algorithms, IoT protocols, or blockchain platforms. Variations could include the integration of additional technologies, such as robotics or nanotechnology, to further enhance the system's capabilities.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of cardiovascular disease diagnosis and treatment. The system's ability to provide accurate diagnoses, personalized treatment plans, and optimized vessel stent fabrication could revolutionize the field of vascular medicine.
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,296 |
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| Title | Devices, systems, and methods for assessment of vessels |
| Assignee(s) | PHILIPS IMAGE GUIDED THERAPY CORPORATION |