Specialized Surgical Implant Management Devices for Unique Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept discloses a family of specialized surgical implant management devices tailored to meet the specific needs of high-security environments, disaster relief situations, extreme weather conditions, high-altitude environments, and remote areas.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a surgical implant management device for general surgical procedures. However, the original device lacked the necessary features to address the unique challenges and requirements of specialized environments. The inventive concept solves this problem by providing a range of devices that cater to the specific needs of these environments, ensuring the secure, efficient, and reliable management of surgical implants.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises four specialized surgical implant management devices. The first device is designed for high-security environments and features a tamper-evident body with a security feature to prevent unauthorized access to the implantable device. The second device is a portable system for managing surgical implants in disaster relief situations, allowing for efficient storage and transportation of implantable devices. The third device is adapted for extreme weather conditions, with a weather-resistant body capable of withstanding temperatures ranging from -20°C to 40°C. The fourth device is a system for managing surgical implants in high-altitude environments, comprising a surgical implant management device and a pressurized storage container. Additionally, a method for managing surgical implants in remote areas is disclosed, involving the transmission of implantable devices to remote locations via a secure communication channel.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in the adaptation of the original surgical implant management device to address the specific challenges and requirements of unique environments. The inventive step is the combination of specialized features and components that enable the devices to operate effectively in these environments, thereby providing a new and non-obvious solution.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include devices with enhanced security features, such as biometric authentication or encryption, or devices with integrated sensors for monitoring environmental conditions. Variations of the devices could be designed for specific types of surgical implants or procedures, further expanding the scope of the inventive concept.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of surgical implant management and specialized healthcare solutions. Target industries include disaster relief organizations, high-security medical facilities, and remote healthcare providers. The inventive concept's ability to address the unique needs of these environments could lead to increased adoption and market share.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F2/0811 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/00008 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/0401 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/0483 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/06138 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/32 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/0095 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/08 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/0805 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/90 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/0404 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/061 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/062 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/0807 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/0817 |
| A | A61 | A61F2240/002 |
| A | A61 | A61F2240/005 |
| A | A61 | A61F2250/0097 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,408 |
|---|---|
| Title | Implant and filament management device |
| Assignee(s) | Medos International Srl |