18600465. SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LUNG VISUALIZATION USING ULTRASOUND simplified abstract (Covidien LP)
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LUNG VISUALIZATION USING ULTRASOUND
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
JOSEPH D. Brannan of Lyons CO (US)
William J. Dickhans of Longmont CO (US)
CASEY M. Ladtkow of Erie CO (US)
DARION R. Peterson of LONGMONT CO (US)
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LUNG VISUALIZATION USING ULTRASOUND - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18600465 titled 'SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LUNG VISUALIZATION USING ULTRASOUND
The system described in the patent application is designed for ultrasound interrogation of a lung using advanced technology components.
- Memory stores a 3D model and pathway plan for navigating a luminal network.
- An EM board generates an EM field to assist in navigation.
- An extended working channel (EWC) helps navigate the patient's luminal network towards a target.
- An EM sensor senses the EM field to aid in location synchronization.
- A US transducer generates and receives ultrasound waves for imaging the lung.
- A processor processes the sensed EM field for synchronization purposes.
Potential Applications: - Medical imaging for lung diagnostics - Minimally invasive procedures for lung interventions - Navigation assistance during bronchoscopy
Problems Solved: - Precise navigation in the lung's luminal network - Accurate targeting of specific areas within the lung - Real-time synchronization of location data
Benefits: - Improved accuracy in lung diagnostics - Enhanced efficiency in lung interventions - Reduced risks during procedures
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Lung Imaging and Navigation System This technology can be utilized in hospitals, clinics, and research institutions for advanced lung imaging and navigation during medical procedures. It can benefit healthcare providers by improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the EM sensor aid in location synchronization during lung interrogation? 2. What are the potential limitations of using ultrasound waves for imaging the lung?
Original Abstract Submitted
A system for ultrasound interrogation of a lung includes a memory, an electromagnetic (EM) board, an extended working channel (EWC), an EM sensor, a US transducer, and a processor. The memory stores a three dimensional (3D) model, a pathway plan for navigating a luminal network. An EM board generates an EM field. The EWC is configured to navigate the luminal network of a patient toward a target following the pathway plan and the EM sensor extends distally from the EWC and senses the EM field. The US transducer extends distally from a distal end of the EWC and generates US waves and receives US waves reflected from the luminal network and the processor processes the sensed EM field to synchronize a location of the
