18667034. SURGICAL DRAPE AND SYSTEMS INCLUDING SURGICAL DRAPE AND ATTACHMENT SENSOR simplified abstract (INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC.)

SURGICAL DRAPE AND SYSTEMS INCLUDING SURGICAL DRAPE AND ATTACHMENT SENSOR

Organization Name

INTUITIVE SURGICAL OPERATIONS, INC.

Inventor(s)

Roman L. Devengenzo of San Jose CA (US)

Michael L. Hanuschik of Mountain View CA (US)

Gerard J. Labonville of San Jose CA (US)

Paul W. Mohr of Mountain View CA (US)

Tyler J. Morrissette of Niantic CT (US)

Joseph P. Orban, Iii of Norwalk CT (US)

SURGICAL DRAPE AND SYSTEMS INCLUDING SURGICAL DRAPE AND ATTACHMENT SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18667034 titled 'SURGICAL DRAPE AND SYSTEMS INCLUDING SURGICAL DRAPE AND ATTACHMENT SENSOR

The patent application describes a system involving a patient side cart with sensors and a sterile barrier system to ensure proper attachment and detection.

• The patient side cart has a first sensor at an arm and a second sensor at a main column.
• The sterile barrier system includes a first drape covering the arm of the cart, a first attachment device connected to the first drape, a second drape covering the main column, and a second attachment device connected to the second drape.
• The first sensor detects the first attachment device, and the second sensor detects the second attachment device in their installed positions.
• The system can output a warning if either sensor fails to detect the corresponding attachment device.

Potential Applications: - Operating rooms - Medical facilities - Healthcare settings

Problems Solved: - Ensuring proper attachment of sterile barriers - Enhancing patient safety - Improving infection control measures

Benefits: - Reduced risk of contamination - Enhanced monitoring capabilities - Increased efficiency in healthcare settings

Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Sterile Barrier System for Patient Side Carts" This technology can be utilized in various medical settings to improve infection control measures and enhance patient safety. It can be marketed to hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities looking to optimize their sterile procedures.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does this system improve infection control measures in healthcare settings? - This system ensures proper attachment of sterile barriers, reducing the risk of contamination and enhancing patient safety. 2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits of implementing this technology in medical facilities? - By improving efficiency and reducing the risk of infections, this technology can lead to cost savings in the long run.

Original Abstract Submitted

A patient side cart can have a first sensor at an arm and a second sensor at a main column. A sterile barrier system can include a first drape to cover at least a portion of the arm of the cart, a first attachment device connected to the first drape, a second drape to cover at least a portion of the main column of the cart, and a second attachment device connected to the second drape. In an installed position of the first drape, the first sensor can detect he first attachment device and in an installed position of the second drape, the second sensor can to detect the second attachment device. A system comprising the cart and barrier system can output a warning in response to one or both of the first sensor not detecting the first attachment device and the second sensor not detecting the second attachment device.