18551895. IN VIVO TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM simplified abstract (Toray Industries, Inc.)
IN VIVO TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hajime Sakakibara of Otsu-shi, Shiga (JP)
Tatsufumi Nomura of Tokyo (JP)
Hiroki Nakajima of Otsu-shi, Shiga (JP)
Akinori Matsukuma of Otsu-shi, Shiga (JP)
Jun Mikami of Otsu-shi, Shiga (JP)
IN VIVO TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18551895 titled 'IN VIVO TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an in vivo temperature control system that includes a catheter insertable into a living body, a temperature sensor, a liquid storage section, a pump, and a control section. The control section calculates the difference between the amount of liquid sucked inside the catheter and the amount released outside, allowing the pump to operate when the difference exceeds a preset threshold.
- Catheter insertable into a living body
- Temperature sensor for measuring body temperature
- Liquid storage section for storing liquid
- Pump for supplying liquid to the catheter
- Control section that regulates pump operation based on liquid flow difference
Potential Applications
The technology could be used in medical procedures where precise temperature control within the body is necessary, such as hyperthermia treatment or targeted drug delivery.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of maintaining a specific temperature within a living body during medical procedures, ensuring optimal conditions for treatment and minimizing potential side effects.
Benefits
- Improved accuracy in temperature control within the body - Enhanced safety and effectiveness of medical procedures - Real-time monitoring and adjustment of temperature levels
Potential Commercial Applications
"Temperature Control System for In Vivo Applications" could be utilized in hospitals, clinics, and research facilities for various medical procedures requiring precise temperature regulation.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of external temperature control devices for maintaining body temperature during surgeries or other medical interventions.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to existing in vivo temperature control systems on the market?
This article does not provide a direct comparison with other existing in vivo temperature control systems, making it difficult to assess the unique advantages of this specific technology.
What are the potential limitations or challenges in implementing this technology in different medical settings?
The article does not address any potential limitations or challenges that may arise when implementing this technology in various medical settings, leaving room for further exploration and analysis in this area.
Original Abstract Submitted
An in vivo temperature control system including a catheter insertable into a living body; a temperature sensor that can measure the temperature in the living body; a liquid storage section that stores a liquid; a pump that supplies the liquid from the liquid storage section to the catheter; and a control section that controls driving of the pump; wherein the control section calculates a difference obtained by subtracting an integrated amount of the liquid sucked inside of the catheter from an integrated amount of the liquid released outside of the catheter, and allows the pump to operate and suck the liquid into the catheter when the difference exceeds a preset threshold, and then stop the driving of the pump when the difference reaches the preset threshold or less.
