Synergistic Surgical Implant Removal System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept integrates the ingress-egress apparatus with distinct technologies, such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials, to create a more powerful and efficient system for surgical implant removal.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent provided an ingress-egress apparatus for protection of a surgical work site during removal of a surgical implant. However, this apparatus had limitations in detecting and removing metal particles, tracking surgical implant removal procedures, and ensuring real-time monitoring and optimization. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to enhance the surgical implant removal process.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The synergistic surgical implant removal system consists of the ingress-egress apparatus integrated with AI-powered metal particle detection and removal, IoT-enabled sensors for real-time monitoring, blockchain-secured data logging for tracking surgical implant removal procedures, and novel nanomaterial-based coatings for enhanced metal particle capture. The system also features machine learning algorithms for optimizing surgical implant removal procedures and predicting outcomes. Additionally, the system can include AI-powered autonomous navigation and novel biocompatible materials for enhanced safety.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept is novel and non-obvious due to the integration of distinct technologies, such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials, which enhance the surgical implant removal process and provide real-time monitoring, optimization, and tracking capabilities. The inventive concept overcomes the limitations of the original patent by providing a more powerful and efficient system for surgical implant removal.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the synergistic surgical implant removal system could include varying the type of AI algorithms used, incorporating different IoT-enabled sensors, or utilizing alternative blockchain platforms. The system could also be adapted for use in various surgical settings, such as orthopedic, neurosurgical, or cardiovascular procedures.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic surgical implant removal system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the surgical implant removal market. The system's ability to enhance surgical implant removal safety, efficiency, and outcomes could lead to widespread adoption in hospitals and surgical centers, resulting in a substantial market share.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B90/03 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/92 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/17 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/0042 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/564 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/036 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/08021 |
| A | A61 | A61B2217/005 |
| A | A61 | A61B2217/007 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,377 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ingress-egress apparatus for protection of surgical field during removal of surgical implants, and related methods |
| Assignee(s) | Board of Trustees of Michigan State University |