Enhanced Carbon Particle Therapy System for Cardiac Arrhythmia Treatment

Publication ID: 24-11857808_0001_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Carbon Particle Therapy System for Cardiac Arrhythmia Treatment,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857808_0001_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857808_0001_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. 11,857,808.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved carbon particle therapy system that integrates real-time motion tracking, focused photonic therapy, and machine learning algorithms to enhance treatment accuracy, reduce collateral damage, and improve patient outcomes for cardiac arrhythmia treatment.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for carbon particle therapy for cardiac arrhythmia treatment had limitations in compensating for cardiac and respiratory movements, resulting in reduced treatment accuracy and increased risk of collateral damage. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating advanced technologies to improve treatment outcomes.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced system comprises a real-time motion tracking module that adjusts radiation beam delivery in response to cardiac and respiratory movement. Additionally, the system incorporates focused photonic therapy, which enables more precise and efficient treatment. Machine learning algorithms are used to predict and compensate for movements of the targeted tissue, ensuring improved treatment outcomes and reduced side effects. The system also includes a catheter-free imaging module for providing real-time location information and electrical information of the heart during treatment, enabling more accurate and efficient therapy delivery.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's integration of real-time motion tracking, focused photonic therapy, and machine learning algorithms provides a novel and non-obvious solution to the limitations of the original patent. The use of machine learning algorithms to predict and compensate for movements of the targeted tissue is a significant advancement in the field.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different imaging modalities, such as MRI or CT, to provide real-time location information. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in treating other diseases or conditions, such as cancer or neurological disorders.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced carbon particle therapy system has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. The system's ability to improve treatment accuracy and reduce collateral damage could lead to increased adoption and market share in the radiation therapy market.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,808
TitleSystem and method for carbon particle therapy for treatment of cardiac arrhythmias and other diseases
Assignee(s)Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research