Adaptable Implantable Medical Device Delivery Systems for Specialized Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept relates to adaptable implantable medical device delivery systems designed for specific, niche markets or operational environments, such as high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, or areas with limited medical infrastructure.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent discloses storage devices, loading devices, delivery systems, kits, and associated methods for implantable medical devices. However, these systems may not be suitable for specialized environments, where unique challenges and constraints exist. The inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing adaptable delivery systems that cater to specific needs, ensuring safe and effective deployment of implantable medical devices in diverse scenarios.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept encompasses a range of adaptable delivery systems, including tamper-evident sheaths for high-security environments, portable delivery systems for disaster relief, specialized kits for treating chronic venous insufficiency in extreme weather conditions, secure storage devices for implantable medical devices, and simplified delivery systems for areas with limited medical infrastructure. These systems incorporate features such as biometric authentication mechanisms, specialized materials for low-temperature environments, and remote technical support to ensure successful deployment in challenging situations.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptability to specific, niche markets or operational environments, which is not addressed by the original patent. The inventive step is the integration of specialized components and features that enable safe and effective deployment of implantable medical devices in diverse scenarios, such as high-security needs, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, or areas with limited medical infrastructure.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include customizable delivery systems for specific medical procedures, modular components for easy assembly and disassembly, or advanced sensors for real-time monitoring of implantable medical devices. Variations may also include adaptable delivery systems for other medical devices, such as stents or pacemakers.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, medical devices, and disaster relief. The adaptable delivery systems can be marketed to hospitals, medical research institutions, and government agencies, as well as to companies operating in extreme environments, such as oil rigs or remote research stations.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F2/0095 |
| A | A61 | A61B50/30 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/2412 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/2436 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/24 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/46 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/9526 |
| A | A61 | A61L2300/404 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device delivery systems, specifically implantable device technologies with a focus on interventional cardiology, vascular medicine, and medical device engineering. Requires advanced understanding of mechanical design, biomaterials, and clinical deployment techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device design specialist with expertise in mechanical design, knowledge of implantable device deployment mechanisms, understanding of clinical requirements, and ability to adapt existing technologies to specialized environments
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the source patent's fundamental delivery system architecture provides a flexible framework for adapting to specialized medical deployment scenarios. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of existing medical device delivery technology by incorporating contextual modifications like security mechanisms, environmental adaptations, and infrastructure-specific design considerations. These adaptations would be considered routine engineering modifications within the standard problem-solving approach of medical device design.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,404 |
|---|---|
| Title | Storage devices, loading devices, delivery systems, kits, and associated methods |
| Assignee(s) | Cook Medical Technologies LLC, Muffin Incorporated |