20240009447. Defibrillation System Having Deformable Paddle Head simplified abstract (USB Medical, Ltd.)
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Defibrillation System Having Deformable Paddle Head
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Inventor(s)
Stephen T. Epstein of Newtown PA (US)
John J. Sinisi of Warminster PA (US)
Jesse Sinisi of Warminster PA (US)
Defibrillation System Having Deformable Paddle Head - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240009447 titled 'Defibrillation System Having Deformable Paddle Head
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a defibrillation system that includes a paddle assembly with a paddle head and handle. The paddle head has an enlarged support pad attached to the handle via a flexible neck. Both the support pad and neck are made of a highly flexible thermoplastic elastomer. A contact electrode is attached to the support pad, which conducts electrical current to the heart. The contact electrode is thin and can deform with the support pad. The contact electrode receives electrical current through a conductive core element that extends through the handle and into the flexible paddle head, where it is electrically coupled to the contact electrode via a terminal lead within the paddle head.
- The defibrillation system includes a paddle assembly with a flexible paddle head and handle.
- The paddle head has an enlarged support pad made of a highly flexible thermoplastic elastomer.
- A contact electrode is attached to the support pad and conducts electrical current to the heart.
- The contact electrode is thin and can deform with the support pad.
- The conductive core element extends through the handle and into the paddle head, providing electrical current to the contact electrode.
- The conductive core element is electrically coupled to the contact electrode via a terminal lead within the paddle head.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Medical field: The defibrillation system can be used in hospitals, emergency rooms, and ambulances for cardiac resuscitation.
- First aid: The system can be used by trained individuals to provide immediate defibrillation in case of cardiac arrest.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Flexibility: The highly flexible paddle head and support pad allow for better contact with the patient's body, ensuring effective delivery of electrical current to the heart.
- Deformation: The thin contact electrode can deform with the support pad, reducing the risk of injury to the patient during defibrillation.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved safety: The flexible paddle head and support pad minimize the risk of injury to the patient during defibrillation.
- Enhanced effectiveness: The system ensures better contact with the patient's body, resulting in more efficient delivery of electrical current to the heart.
- Ease of use: The paddle assembly is designed for easy handling and maneuverability, making it suitable for both medical professionals and trained individuals in emergency situations.
Original Abstract Submitted
a defibrillation system having a paddle assembly with a paddle head and handle. the paddle head includes an enlarged support pad that is attached to the handle via a flexible neck. both the enlarged support pad and the neck are formed from a thermoplastic elastomer and are highly flexible. a contact electrode is attached to the enlarged support pad. the contact electrode conducts electrical current to the heart. the contact electrode is thin and can deform with the enlarged support pad. the contact electrode receives electrical current through a conducive core element. the conductive core element extends through the handle and into the flexible paddle head, wherein the conductive core element is electrically coupled to the contact electrode via a terminal lead within the flexible paddle head.
