Adaptive Fluid Management Systems for Specialized Surgical Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept adapts fluid management systems for specific, high-demand surgical environments, including high-altitude, disaster relief, and high-security settings, ensuring reliable fluid delivery and patient safety.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed fluid management systems for surgical procedures, but these systems may not be suitable for specialized environments with unique operational constraints. The new inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by providing tailored solutions for high-altitude, disaster relief, and high-security surgical procedures, where standard fluid management systems may fail or compromise patient safety.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises a range of specialized fluid management systems, including systems adapted for high-altitude surgical procedures with low atmospheric pressures, systems designed for disaster relief with portable and remote-operable capabilities, and systems for high-security surgical procedures with enhanced security features and tamper-evident seals. These systems incorporate modified pressure regulators, fluid reservoirs, and tubing sets to ensure reliable fluid delivery and patient safety in these unique environments.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces novel adaptations of fluid management systems for specialized surgical environments, which are not obvious from the original patent. The inventive step lies in the recognition of the need for tailored solutions and the implementation of specific design modifications to address the unique challenges of high-altitude, disaster relief, and high-security surgical procedures.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include fluid management systems adapted for extreme weather conditions, such as tropical or arctic environments, or systems designed for use in confined spaces, such as on aircraft or in submarines. Additionally, the inventive concept could be modified to accommodate different fluid types, such as gases or cryogenic fluids.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptive fluid management systems have significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the niches of high-altitude, disaster relief, and high-security surgical procedures. The target market includes hospitals, clinics, and medical organizations operating in these specialized environments, as well as government agencies and NGOs involved in disaster relief and humanitarian efforts.
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,776 |
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| Title | Fluid management systems and methods |
| Assignee(s) | Stryker Corporation |