18459596. SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING ABLATION ZONE PROGRESSION simplified abstract (Covidien LP)
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING ABLATION ZONE PROGRESSION
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Ryan S. Sohlden of Lyons CO (US)
Kaylen J. Haley of North Kingstown RI (US)
Casey M. Ladtkow of Erie CO (US)
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING ABLATION ZONE PROGRESSION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18459596 titled 'SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING ABLATION ZONE PROGRESSION
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an ablation system that includes an ablation device, an imaging device, and a computing device. The imaging device captures real-time images of a surgical site, including the target and the ablation device. The computing device displays a user interface with the real-time images and a simulation of ablation growth overlaid onto the images, based on expected ablation zone sizes for different energy application durations.
- Ablation system with ablation device, imaging device, and computing device
- Real-time imaging of surgical site with target and ablation device
- User interface displays real-time images and simulation of ablation growth
- Simulation based on expected ablation zone sizes for different energy application durations
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in various medical procedures such as tumor ablation, cardiac ablation, and other minimally invasive surgeries.
Problems Solved
The system helps surgeons visualize the ablation process in real-time, improving accuracy and efficiency in targeting and treating specific areas.
Benefits
- Enhanced precision in ablation procedures - Real-time monitoring of ablation growth - Improved patient outcomes and reduced procedure times
Potential Commercial Applications
"Real-time Ablation Growth Simulation System for Surgical Procedures"
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar systems for image-guided ablation procedures, but the specific combination of real-time imaging, ablation growth simulation, and energy application duration optimization may be unique to this invention.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system account for tissue variability in the ablation process?
The system may have algorithms or feedback mechanisms to adjust the simulation based on tissue characteristics, but this is not explicitly mentioned in the abstract.
What safety features are integrated into the system to prevent damage to surrounding tissues during ablation?
The abstract does not mention specific safety features, so it is unclear how the system ensures precise and safe ablation procedures.
Original Abstract Submitted
An ablation system includes an ablation device configured to ablate a target, an imaging device, and a computing device. The imaging device is configured to capture images of a surgical site, in real time, including the target and the ablation device positioned relative to the target. The computing device includes a display configured to display a user interface. The user interface includes the images of the surgical site in real time and a simulation of ablation growth overlayed onto the images of the surgical site. Dimensions of the simulation of ablation growth may be based on expected ablation zone sizes for a fixed power setting at different energy application durations.
