Intelligent Peritoneal Dialysis System

Publication ID: 24-11857494_0005_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Intelligent Peritoneal Dialysis System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857494_0005_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857494_0005_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,494.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An advanced peritoneal dialysis system integrating wearable devices, AI-driven decision support, and personalized microbiome analysis for optimized therapy outcomes.

Background and Problem Solved

The original peritoneal dialysis system, while effective, has limitations in terms of real-time monitoring, personalized therapy, and patient convenience. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a wearable, implantable, or injectable device for real-time monitoring and adjustment of dialysis parameters, an AI-driven decision support system for personalized therapy optimization, and a modular, 3D-printed design for customized therapy.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises a wearable, implantable, or injectable device that continuously monitors dialysis parameters and adjusts them in real-time. An artificial intelligence-driven decision support system analyzes patient-specific data and environmental factors to provide personalized therapy optimization. The system also includes a modular, 3D-printed design with interchangeable components for customized therapy. Additionally, a virtual reality interface is provided for patient education and training. The system is integrated with a personalized microbiome analysis platform, comprising a microbiome sampling module and a machine learning-based algorithm for identifying optimal dialysis strategies based on individual microbiome profiles. Furthermore, a swarm of micro-robots is used for targeted, in-situ dialysis solution delivery and waste removal, with a real-time monitoring system for tracking treatment efficacy and adjusting therapy accordingly.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in peritoneal dialysis by integrating wearable devices, AI-driven decision support, and personalized microbiome analysis, which is not present in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the combination of these advanced technologies to provide real-time monitoring, personalized therapy, and patient convenience.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different types of wearable devices, such as smartwatches or patches, or the integration of additional sensors for monitoring other physiological parameters. The system could also be adapted for use in other forms of dialysis, such as hemodialysis.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The intelligent peritoneal dialysis system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the growing market for home dialysis solutions. The system's ability to provide real-time monitoring, personalized therapy, and patient convenience makes it an attractive solution for patients and healthcare providers alike.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61J1/16
A A61 A61M1/28
A A61 A61M2209/06

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,494
TitlePeritoneal dialysis system
Assignee(s)Fresenius Medical Care Deutschland GmbH