AI-Enhanced Cardiovascular Navigation System

Publication ID: 24-11857738_0010_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “AI-Enhanced Cardiovascular Navigation System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857738_0010_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857738_0010_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. 11,857,738.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A next-generation cardiovascular navigation system integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning, and real-time analytics to optimize cardiac ablation procedures and improve patient outcomes.

Background and Problem Solved

The original stabilized coronary sinus catheter handle patent addressed the need for improved one-handed operation of steerable catheters during electrophysiological procedures. However, the current system has limitations in terms of navigation, optimization, and real-time data analysis. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing AI-driven navigation, predictive analytics, and real-time optimization, enabling more accurate and effective cardiac ablation procedures.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The AI-Enhanced Cardiovascular Navigation System comprises a coronary sinus catheter with a shape-memory distal section and an integrated artificial intelligence module. This module utilizes machine learning algorithms to analyze patient-specific data, generate 3D cardiac anatomy models, and predict optimal ablation sites. The system also includes a cloud-based platform for remote procedure monitoring, collaboration, and data analysis. The integrated AI module enables real-time navigation and optimization of cardiac ablation procedures, improving accuracy and reducing procedure time.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and real-time analytics in cardiovascular navigation systems, which is a significant departure from the original patent's mechanical stabilization approach. The integration of AI-driven navigation, predictive analytics, and real-time optimization provides a novel and non-obvious solution to the limitations of current cardiac ablation procedures.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different AI algorithms, additional sensors for real-time data collection, or integration with other medical devices. Variations could also include the development of specialized AI modules for specific cardiac arrhythmia conditions or the creation of a modular system allowing for easy upgrades and customization.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The AI-Enhanced Cardiovascular Navigation System has significant commercial potential in the cardiovascular medical device market, with potential applications in hospitals, clinics, and research institutions. The system could also be used in remote procedure monitoring and collaboration, enabling global access to expertise and improving patient outcomes.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M25/0136
A A61 A61M25/0138
A A61 A61M25/0147
A A61 A61M2025/0166
A A61 A61M2205/0266
A A61 A61M2210/125

Field of Art

Medical device engineering, specifically interventional cardiology and catheter design with a focus on electrophysiological procedures and navigation systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer with advanced degrees in medical device design, expertise in catheter mechanics, sensor integration, and familiarity with emerging medical technologies including AI and machine learning applications in medical navigation

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating AI-driven navigation with existing catheter design represents a predictable technological evolution, leveraging known machine learning techniques to enhance the functional capabilities of existing medical navigation systems. The source patent's mechanically steerable catheter provides a natural foundation for incorporating intelligent navigation and optimization technologies. The technical progression from mechanical control to AI-enhanced navigation follows a logical and foreseeable path of technological development in medical device engineering.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Steerable coronary sinus catheter with deflectable distal tip and pull wire mechanism
PTD Variation
Adding AI-driven navigation module to control and optimize catheter positioning
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of machine learning to enhance existing mechanical navigation systems, representing a known technique for improving medical device functionality
Source Patent Element
Single axis location sensor at distal tip
PTD Variation
Expanding sensor integration with machine learning algorithms for real-time anatomical mapping
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of existing sensor technologies using well-established machine learning techniques for data interpretation and navigation
Source Patent Element
Catheter with shape-memory sections
PTD Variation
Implementing AI-driven adaptive shape modification based on real-time procedural data
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable combination of existing shape-memory materials with intelligent control systems, representing a finite and obvious design improvement
Source Patent Element
Cardiac procedure navigation system
PTD Variation
Cloud-based platform for remote monitoring and collaborative procedure analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of extending medical device functionality through networked data platforms and remote collaboration technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857738's teachings of a steerable coronary sinus catheter, the present disclosure demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the integration of AI-driven navigation, machine learning optimization, and cloud-based monitoring to be an obvious technological progression, rendering obvious any claims directed to intelligent medical navigation systems that build upon existing catheter design principles.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,738
TitleStabilized coronary sinus catheter handle
Assignee(s)Biosense Webster (Israel) Ltd.