Synergistic Glaucoma Treatment System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel system integrating visible and infrared ultrashort laser pulses with AI, IoT, blockchain, and nanomaterials for enhanced glaucoma treatment outcomes and personalized care.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed methods for treating glaucoma using visible and infrared ultrashort laser pulses. However, these methods had limitations in terms of real-time monitoring, data tracking, and personalized treatment. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by combining the original laser pulse technology with AI-powered OCT, IoT-enabled sensors, blockchain-based data storage, and nanomaterial-enhanced probes.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The synergistic glaucoma treatment system consists of four primary components: 1) a visible and infrared ultrashort laser pulse source; 2) an AI-powered OCT system for real-time monitoring of tissue removal; 3) a blockchain-based data storage module for secure tracking of treatment outcomes; and 4) IoT-enabled sensors for generating a 3D model of the patient's eye. The system operates by first generating a 3D model of the patient's eye using IoT-enabled sensors. Then, the AI-powered OCT system identifies optimal treatment sites, and the ultrashort laser pulses are directed to these sites using a robotic arm controlled by a neural network. The blockchain-based data storage module ensures secure tracking of treatment outcomes, enabling personalized treatment recommendations and predictive analytics.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept combines the original laser pulse technology with AI, IoT, blockchain, and nanomaterials in a novel and non-obvious way, providing enhanced glaucoma treatment outcomes and personalized care. The use of AI-powered OCT for real-time monitoring, IoT-enabled sensors for 3D modeling, and blockchain-based data storage for secure tracking of treatment outcomes are all new and inventive aspects of the system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different AI algorithms for predictive analytics, various IoT devices for tracking intraocular pressure, or different nanomaterials for enhancing probe performance. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in other ophthalmic surgical procedures, such as cataract removal or retinal detachment repair.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic glaucoma treatment system has significant commercial potential in the ophthalmic surgery market, particularly in the areas of glaucoma treatment and personalized medicine. The system's ability to provide enhanced treatment outcomes, real-time monitoring, and secure data tracking makes it an attractive solution for healthcare professionals and patients alike.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F9/00825 |
| A | A61 | A61F9/009 |
| A | A61 | A61F9/0084 |
| A | A61 | A61F2009/00851 |
| A | A61 | A61F2009/00865 |
| A | A61 | A61F2009/00868 |
| A | A61 | A61F2009/00891 |
| A | A61 | A61F2009/00897 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Ophthalmic surgical technologies, specifically laser-based interventions for glaucoma treatment, requiring advanced knowledge of optical systems, laser physics, medical imaging, and minimally invasive surgical techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or ophthalmological surgical technologist with expertise in laser systems, medical imaging technologies, and advanced surgical interventions, possessing advanced degrees and practical experience in developing medical devices and surgical techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that integrating advanced digital technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain with existing laser-based glaucoma treatment methods represents a predictable technological evolution. The source patent's foundational laser pulse technique provides a clear technical framework that a skilled practitioner would naturally seek to enhance through emerging digital monitoring and data management technologies. The PTD's variations represent logical extensions of known surgical technologies, applying standard engineering problem-solving approaches to improve precision, tracking, and personalization of medical interventions.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,463 |
|---|---|
| Title | Methods for the treatment of glaucoma using visible and infrared ultrashort laser pulses |