Enhanced Peritoneal Dialysis System with Integrated Features
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept relates to a peritoneal dialysis system that integrates advanced features, such as weighing scales, patient safety features, enhanced portability, advanced user interface, and integrated disinfection module, to improve the overall efficiency, safety, and user experience of peritoneal dialysis treatment.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent described a peritoneal dialysis system with a peritoneal dialysis machine and an organization system. However, the system had limitations, such as inaccurate dialysate volume monitoring, potential safety risks, and cumbersome transportation. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating innovative features that enhance the system's performance, safety, and usability.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced peritoneal dialysis system comprises at least one peritoneal dialysis machine and at least one foldable organization system. The system integrates an integrated weighing scale for accurate monitoring of the dialysate volume, automatic locking mechanisms for secure storage of solution bags and drainage bags, a transport case with retractable handles and adjustable rollers for effortless navigation, a touchscreen display for real-time monitoring and customization of treatment parameters, and a UV-C light disinfection module for reducing bacterial contamination. These features improve the overall efficiency, safety, and user experience of peritoneal dialysis treatment.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features that significantly improve the original peritoneal dialysis system. The integration of a weighing scale, patient safety features, enhanced portability, advanced user interface, and integrated disinfection module constitutes a non-obvious inventive step that overcomes the limitations of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include different designs for the weighing scale, varying levels of automation for the locking mechanisms, alternative materials for the transport case, and customizable user interface options. These variations would ensure broad conceptual coverage and adaptability to different user needs and preferences.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced peritoneal dialysis system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the home healthcare and dialysis treatment markets. The system's advanced features and improved user experience could attract a large customer base, including patients, healthcare providers, and medical facilities.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61J1/16 |
| A | A61 | A61M1/28 |
| A | A61 | A61M2209/06 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical Device Engineering, specifically Peritoneal Dialysis Systems and Patient Care Equipment, involving complex medical device design, patient interaction interfaces, and portable medical technology
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer with expertise in medical device design, familiarity with dialysis technologies, understanding of patient usability requirements, and knowledge of medical device integration and safety standards
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable technological improvements to the source patent's peritoneal dialysis system. The additional features like integrated weighing scales, enhanced safety mechanisms, and disinfection modules are logical extensions of existing medical device design principles. These variations solve known limitations in peritoneal dialysis systems by applying standard engineering techniques to improve functionality, portability, and user experience.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,494 |
|---|---|
| Title | Peritoneal dialysis system |
| Assignee(s) | Fresenius Medical Care Deutschland GmbH |