Evolved Annuli Engagement and Reshaping using Natural Fiducials

A next-generation annuli reshaping system that leverages natural fiducials, artificial intelligence, and micro-robotics to enable more precise and dynamic annuloplasty procedures.

The original patent disclosed methods and systems for aligning annuloplasty rings during surgical procedures and selectively engaging portions of the targeted annuli. However, these methods have limitations in terms of precision, flexibility, and adaptability to varying annular geometries. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing swarm robotics, AI-driven prediction, modular ring systems, hybrid mechanical-electrical stimulation, and bio-absorbable materials to create a more advanced and versatile annuli reshaping technology.

The evolved annuli engagement and reshaping system comprises a swarm of micro-robots that can engage and reconfigure portions of the annulus aligned with natural fiducials. A central controller coordinates the micro-robots to achieve a predetermined annular shape. Additionally, the system incorporates an AI model trained on a dataset of annular targets and corresponding natural fiducials to predict optimal engagement points for the annuloplasty ring or toroidal portion thereof. The modular annuloplasty ring system features interconnected ring segments that can dynamically adjust to achieve a predetermined annular shape. The hybrid annuloplasty system combines mechanical and electrical stimulation components to enhance reshaping and alignment. The bio-absorbable annuloplasty ring system utilizes a degradation controller to regulate the rate of bio-absorption and achieve a predetermined annular shape over time.

The new inventive concept introduces significant advancements over the original patent, including the use of swarm robotics, AI-driven prediction, modular ring systems, hybrid mechanical-electrical stimulation, and bio-absorbable materials. These innovations provide a paradigm shift in annuli reshaping technology, enabling more precise, flexible, and adaptive procedures that can better address the complexities of annular geometry and dynamics.

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different micro-robot designs, AI algorithms, or modular ring configurations. Variations could also include the integration of additional sensors or imaging modalities to enhance the accuracy of natural fiducial detection and annular reshaping.

The evolved annuli engagement and reshaping system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery. The technology could be marketed as a more advanced and versatile solution for annuloplasty procedures, offering improved patient outcomes, reduced recovery times, and enhanced surgical precision.