Medical device projection system

Abstract

A medical device projection system is disclosed herein. The medical device projection system includes a first medical device outside a sterile field, the first medical device having a user control interface including a plurality of parameters. The medical device projection system further includes a projector within the sterile field, the projector in communication with the first medical device and configured to project a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface onto a surface.

Description

[0001] priority

[0002] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 166,825, filed March 26, 2021, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Background Technology

[0003] When a sterile area exists during a medical procedure, it can be difficult for clinicians to interact with, input into, or change parameters of the medical device used in the procedure if the device is located outside the sterile area. Clinicians must either leave the sterile area or pass their inputs to someone outside. This process consumes time, and each time a clinician leaves the sterile area, disinfection agents are required. It would be beneficial for clinicians to be able to interact with, input into, or change parameters of the medical device while remaining within the sterile area. This paper discloses a medical device projection system and method that addresses these issues. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This document discloses a medical device projection system, including a first medical device and a projector. The first medical device is configured outside a sterile area and includes a user control interface comprising multiple parameters. The projector is configured within the sterile area and communicates with the first medical device, and is configured to project a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface onto a surface.

[0005] In some implementations, the surface is visible to the user and is located within or outside a sterile area.

[0006] In some implementations, the surface includes the floor, ceiling, the surface of the second medical device, or a sterile drape.

[0007] In some implementations, the projector includes one or more buttons configured to control multiple parameters, the one or more buttons being attached to the left, right, or back side of the projector body.

[0008] In some implementations, one or more buttons include a clickable scroll wheel.

[0009] In some implementations, the projector includes a projector body attached to a projector bracket, the projector bracket being attached to the right or left side of the projector body.

[0010] In some implementations, the projector stand includes a projector stand base or two or more projector stand legs.

[0011] In some implementations, the projector is configured to rotate in a ring around the axis of the projector bracket.

[0012] In some implementations, the projector includes a console having a power source, one or more processors, a non-transitory computer-readable medium, and multiple logic modules.

[0013] In some implementations, when executed by a processor, multiple logic modules are configured to perform operations including: receiving a description of a user control interface from a first medical device; associating the state of one or more buttons with changes in one or more parameters on the user control interface; projecting a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface, including any parameter changes, onto a surface; and transmitting one or more parameter changes from a projector to the first medical device.

[0014] In some implementations, the first medical device includes a laser, and several parameters include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, and laser pulse duration.

[0015] In some implementations, the projector is configured to be sterile or placed in a sterile bag.

[0016] A medical device projection system is also disclosed, comprising a first medical device, a projector, and a display screen. The first medical device is configured to be located outside a sterile area and includes a user control interface comprising multiple parameters. The projector is configured to communicate with the first medical device and to project a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface, including the multiple parameters of the first medical device, onto the display screen, which is visible to the user and located within the sterile area.

[0017] In some implementations, the display screen includes a head-up display that communicates with a projector.

[0018] In some implementations, the display screen includes one or more buttons configured to control multiple parameters, and the buttons are configured to be attached to the left or right side of the display screen.

[0019] In some implementations, one or more buttons include a clickable scroll wheel.

[0020] In some implementations, the display screen is sterile or configured to be placed in a sterile bag.

[0021] In some implementations, the projector is located outside the sterile area.

[0022] In some implementations, the projector is located in a sterile area and is sterile or configured to be placed in a sterile bag.

[0023] In some implementations, the projector is connected to a first medical device or a second medical device, which may be located within or outside a sterile area.

[0024] In some implementations, the display screen includes a display console, which has a power source, one or more processors, a non-transitory computer-readable medium, and two or more logic modules.

[0025] In some implementations, when executed by a processor, two or more logic modules are configured to perform operations including: associating the state of one or more buttons with changes in one or more parameters on a user control interface; and transmitting one or more parameter changes to a projector.

[0026] In some implementations, the projector includes a projector console, which has a power source, one or more processors, a non-transitory computer-readable medium, and multiple logic modules.

[0027] In some implementations, when executed by a processor, multiple logic modules are configured to perform operations including: receiving a description of a user control interface from a first medical device; projecting a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface, including any parameter changes, onto a display screen; receiving one or more parameter changes from the display screen; and transmitting one or more parameter changes from a projector to the first medical device.

[0028] In some implementations, the display screen is curved.

[0029] In some implementations, the first medical device includes a laser, and several parameters include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, or laser pulse duration.

[0030] A method for controlling multiple parameter changes of a medical device from a sterile area is also disclosed. The method includes placing a projector with one or more buttons for communication with a first medical device, the first medical device having a user control interface including multiple parameters, located outside the sterile area. The method further includes placing the projector in the sterile area; projecting a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface onto a surface; and providing the first medical device with one or more parameter changes.

[0031] In some implementations, positioning a projector with one or more buttons to communicate with a first medical device includes positioning a projector with one or more buttons configured to control multiple parameters to communicate with the first medical device.

[0032] In some implementations, placing the projector in a sterile area includes placing the projector in a sterile bag.

[0033] In some implementations, projecting a mixed reality visual representation of a user control interface onto a surface includes projecting the mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface onto a surface, wherein the surface is visible to the user and includes a floor, ceiling, the surface of a second medical device, or a sterile drape.

[0034] In some implementations, providing one or more parameter variations to the first medical device includes providing one or more parameter variations to the first medical device, wherein the first medical device includes a laser, and the one or more parameter variations include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, or laser pulse duration.

[0035] A method for controlling multiple parameter changes of a medical device from a sterile area is also disclosed, comprising placing a projector to communicate with a first medical device having a user control interface including multiple parameters, the first medical device being located outside the sterile area. The method further comprises placing a display screen having one or more buttons to communicate with the projector; placing the display screen in the sterile area; projecting a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface onto the display screen; and providing one or more parameter changes to the first medical device.

[0036] In some implementations, the projector is positioned to communicate with a first medical device having a user control interface that includes multiple parameters, including positioning the projector to communicate with the first medical device, wherein the first medical device is a laser, and the multiple parameters include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, or laser pulse duration.

[0037] In some implementations, placing the display screen in a sterile area includes placing the display screen into a sterile bag.

[0038] In some implementations, providing one or more parameter changes to the first medical device includes having a user manipulate one or more buttons on a display screen to provide one or more parameter changes to the first medical device.

[0039] These and other features of the concepts provided herein will become more apparent to those skilled in the art, taking into account the accompanying drawings which describe specific embodiments of these concepts in more detail and the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0040] A more specific description of the disclosure will be presented with reference to specific embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not intended to be limiting of its scope. Exemplary embodiments of the invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail using the drawings, wherein:

[0041] Figure 1A perspective view of a medical device projection system according to some implementation schemes is shown.

[0042] Figure 2A A cross-sectional side view of a projector in a medical device projection system according to some embodiments is shown.

[0043] Figure 2B A plan view of a projector according to some embodiments is shown.

[0044] Figures 2C to 2D A cross-sectional side view is shown of an exemplary method for adjusting a projector to project onto various surfaces according to some embodiments.

[0045] Figure 3 A block diagram of some components of a medical device projection system, including a projector and a projector console, is shown according to some embodiments.

[0046] Figure 4 A perspective view of a medical device projector system including a projector and a display screen according to some embodiments is shown.

[0047] Figure 5 A block diagram of some components of a medical device projection system, including a projector console, a display screen, and a display screen console, is shown according to some embodiments.

[0048] Figure 6 A flowchart is shown of an exemplary method for controlling the variation of multiple parameters of a medical device from a sterile area, according to some implementation schemes.

[0049] Figure 7 A flowchart is shown of an exemplary method for controlling the variation of multiple parameters of a medical device from a sterile area, according to some implementation schemes. Detailed Implementation

[0050] Before disclosing some specific embodiments in more detail, it should be understood that the specific embodiments disclosed herein do not limit the scope of the concepts provided herein. It should also be understood that the specific embodiments disclosed herein may have features that can be easily separated from the specific embodiments, and may optionally be combined with or substituted for features of any of the many other embodiments disclosed herein.

[0051] Regarding the terminology used herein, it should also be understood that these terms are for describing specific embodiments and do not limit the scope of the concepts presented herein. Ordinal numbers (e.g., first, second, third, etc.) are generally used to distinguish or identify different features or steps within a set of features or steps and do not provide for a sequence or numerical limitation. For example, the features or steps “first,” “second,” and “third” do not necessarily appear in that order, and a specific embodiment including such features or steps is not necessarily limited to these three features or steps. Labels such as “left,” “right,” “top,” “bottom,” “front,” and “back” are used for convenience and do not imply, for example, any particular fixed position, orientation, or direction. Rather, such labels are used to reflect, for example, relative position, orientation, or direction. The singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include the plural forms unless the context clearly specifies otherwise.

[0052] The term "logic" can refer to hardware, firmware, or software configured to perform one or more functions. As hardware, the term "logic" can refer to or include circuitry with data processing and / or storage functions. Embodiments of such circuitry can include, but are not limited to, hardware processors (e.g., microprocessors, one or more processor cores, digital signal processors, programmable gate arrays, microcontrollers, application-specific integrated circuits "ASICs", etc.), semiconductor memories, or combinations thereof.

[0053] Additionally or alternatively, the term "logic" may refer to or include software such as one or more processes, one or more instances, application programming interfaces (APIs), subroutines, functions, applets, servers, routines, source code, object code, shared libraries / dynamic link libraries (DLLs), or even one or more instructions. Software may be stored in any suitable type of non-transitory or transient storage medium (e.g., electrical, optical, acoustic, or other forms of propagation signals, such as carrier waves, infrared signals, or digital signals). Embodiments of non-transitory storage media may include, but are not limited to, programmable circuitry; non-persistent storage, such as volatile memory (e.g., any type of random access memory "RAM"); or persistent storage such as non-volatile memory (e.g., read-only memory "ROM", powered RAM, flash memory, phase-change memory, etc.), solid-state drives, hard disk drives, optical disk drives, or portable storage devices. As firmware, logic may be stored in persistent storage.

[0054] Regarding "alternative reality," the term may refer to virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality, unless the context suggests otherwise. "Virtual reality" includes virtual content within a virtual setting, which may be a simulation of a fantasy or real world. "Augmented reality" and "mixed reality" include virtual content within a real-world setting, such as a realistic depiction of a part of a patient's body including anatomical components. Augmented reality includes virtual content within a real-world setting, but the virtual content is not necessarily anchored to that real-world setting. For example, virtual content may be information that overlays the real-world setting. This information may change as the real-world setting changes due to changes in time or environmental conditions within the real-world setting, or as an augmented reality consumer moves within the real-world setting; however, this information still overlays the real-world setting. Mixed reality includes virtual content anchored in each dimension of the real-world setting. For example, virtual content may be virtual objects anchored within the real-world setting. Virtual objects may change as the real-world setting changes due to changes in time or environmental conditions within the real-world setting, or as a consumer moves within the real-world setting; virtual objects may change to adapt to the mixed reality consumer's perspective. Virtual objects may also change based on any interaction with the consumer or another real-world or virtual agent. Unless the mixed reality consumer or some other real-world or virtual agent moves the virtual object to another location within the real-world setting, the virtual object remains anchored in the real-world setting. Mixed reality does not exclude reference to the foregoing information described in augmented reality that overlays the real-world setting.

[0055] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art.

[0056] Figure 1A perspective view of a medical device projection system 100 according to some embodiments is shown. In some embodiments, the medical device projection system 100 includes a first medical device 110 located outside a sterile area 102. In some embodiments, the first medical device 110 includes a screen 112 depicting a user control interface 114 including multiple parameters of the first medical device 110. In some embodiments, the first medical device 110 includes a laser that can be configured to dissolve kidney stones. In some embodiments, the multiple parameters may include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, laser pulse duration, average power, pulse width, or medical device status (e.g., standby mode, active mode, etc.). The medical device projection system 100 further includes a projector 120 within the sterile area 102 that communicates with the first medical device 110. In some embodiments, the projector 120 may be sterile, configured to be sterile, or placed in a sterile bag. In some embodiments, the projector 120 may be robust enough to remain functional after a sterilization cycle or may be constructed of materials capable of withstanding typical sterilization techniques (e.g., hardened plastics, polymers, etc.).

[0057] In some embodiments, projector 120 may be wired to first medical device 110 or wirelessly communicate with first medical device. Exemplary wireless communication modes may include WiFi, Bluetooth, Near Field Communication (NFC), Cellular Global System for Mobile Communications (“GSM”), electromagnetic (EM), radio frequency (RF), combinations thereof, etc. In some embodiments, projector 120 may be configured to project a mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 onto a user-visible surface 160. The depiction of user control interface 114 on user-visible surface 160 allows users to visualize user control interface 114, which includes multiple parameters, in real time, confirming desired parameters or the need to change existing parameters. In some embodiments, surface 160 may be within or outside sterile area 102. In some embodiments, surface 160 may include a ceiling, floor, wall, surface of a second medical device, sterile drape, etc.

[0058] In some embodiments, projector 120 may be configured to not only project a mixed reality representation of user control interface 114, but also control one or more of a plurality of parameters. In some embodiments, projector 120 may be configured to include one or more buttons 124 configured to control a plurality of parameters of the first medical device 110. In some embodiments, one or more buttons 124 may be configured to be operated by a user. In some embodiments, one or more buttons 124 may include directional keys or a clickable scroll wheel configured to allow a user to select a parameter using a click function and then change the parameter using a scroll function. Advantageously, medical device projection system 100 allows projector 120 to reside within sterile area 102 while projecting a mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 of the first medical device 110 onto a user-visible surface 160 and providing parameter changes from within sterile area 102 to the first medical device 110.

[0059] Figure 2A A cross-sectional side view of a projector 120 according to some embodiments is shown. In some embodiments, the projector 120 includes a projector body 122 having a front side and a rear side. In some embodiments, the projector body 122 may include one or more buttons 124 thereon. In some embodiments, the projector body 122 may be coupled to a projector stand 142 configured to stabilize the projector 120 when it is within a sterile area 102. In some embodiments, the projector stand 142 may include a projector stand base 144 or two or more projector stand legs. The projector stand 142 may be configured to allow the projector 120 to rotate annularly about a projector stand axis 148, as will be described in more detail herein.

[0060] Figure 2B A plan view of a projector 120 according to some embodiments is shown. The projector body 122 may have a left or right side. In some embodiments, one or more buttons 124 may be attached to the left, right, rear, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, the projector stand 142 may be attached to the left or right side. In some embodiments, one or more buttons 124 may be attached to one side, and the projector stand 142 may be attached to the opposite side, thereby allowing a user to adjust the projection using the projector stand 142 and to adjust one or more parameters using the one or more buttons 124. In some embodiments, the location where the projector stand 142 is attached to the projector 120 defines a projector stand axis 148.

[0061] Figures 2C to 2D A cross-sectional view is shown of an exemplary method for adjusting a projector 120 to project onto various surfaces 160 according to some embodiments. The projector 120 can be positioned about a projector support axis 148 (see...). Figure 2B The projector 120 is rotated to configure it to project a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface 114 onto various surfaces 160 (see [reference]). Figure 1 In some embodiments, the projector 120 can be rotated upwards to be perpendicular to the projector stand base 144. In some embodiments, the projector 120 can be rotated upwards by an angle of 0 to 110 degrees relative to the projector stand base 144, such as... Figure 2C As shown, it can be rotated downwards by 0 to -60 degrees relative to the projector stand base 144, as shown. Figure 2D As shown in the diagram. Rotating the projector 120 upwards by 0 to 110 degrees allows the projector 120 to project onto a wall or ceiling surface. Rotating the projector 120 downwards by 0 to -60 degrees allows the projector to project onto a surface of a sterile drape or a second medical device. Advantageously, configuring the projector 120 to rotate upwards or downwards to project onto surface 160 allows the user to operate within a sterile area 102 while simultaneously visualizing or controlling the user control interface 114 from within the sterile area 102.

[0062] Figure 3 A block diagram of some components of a medical device projection system 100 including a projector console 126 according to some embodiments is shown. In some embodiments, the projector 120 may be configured to include a projector console 126, which includes one or more processors 128, a power source 130, a non-transitory computer-readable medium (“memory”) 132, and multiple logic modules. In some embodiments, the projector console 126 may be coupled to the projector 120, located within the projector 120, or located within a projector bracket 142. In some embodiments, the multiple logic modules may be configured to include one or more of the following: medical device communication receiving logic 134, parameter determination logic 136, projector display logic 138, and medical device communication logic 140. In some embodiments, the medical device communication receiving logic 134 may be configured to receive communication from a first medical device 110, including a description of a user control interface 114. In some embodiments, the parameter determination logic 136 may be configured to associate the state (e.g., physical location, orientation, etc.) of one or more buttons 124 with changes in one or more parameters on the user control interface 114. In some embodiments, projector display logic 138 may be configured to project a mixed reality depiction of a user control interface 114, including any parameter changes, onto surface 160. In some embodiments, medical device communication logic 140 may be configured to transmit one or more parameter changes from projector 120 to first medical device 110.

[0063] Figure 4A perspective view of a medical device projection system 100 according to some embodiments is shown. In some embodiments, the medical device projection system 100 includes a first medical device 110 as described above. In some embodiments, the medical device projection system 100 includes a projector 120 as described above, configured to project a mixed reality visual representation of a user control interface 114 onto a user-visible display screen 170. In some embodiments, the projector 120 may reside outside a sterile area 102, and the display screen 170 may reside within the sterile area 102. In some embodiments, the projector may reside within the sterile area 102. In some embodiments, the display screen 170 may be sterile, configured to be sterile, or placed in a sterile bag. In some embodiments, the display screen 170 may be sufficiently robust to retain functionality after a sterilization cycle, or may be constructed of materials capable of withstanding typical sterilization techniques (e.g., hardened plastics, polymers, etc.).

[0064] In some embodiments, projector 120 may wirelessly communicate with display screen 170. Exemplary wireless communication modes may include WiFi, Bluetooth, Near Field Communication (NFC), Cellular Global System for Mobile Communications (“GSM”), electromagnetic (EM), radio frequency (RF), combinations thereof, etc. In some embodiments, projector 120 may be configured to display a mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 on display screen 170. In some embodiments, display screen 170 may include a head-up display, allowing a user to see a mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 on display screen 170, but also to see real-world objects, including patients, through display screen 170. In some embodiments, display screen 170 may be curved to allow a user to have optimal viewing from all angles. In some embodiments, display screen 170 may include one or more buttons 124 configured to control parameters on user control interface 114. In some embodiments, one or more buttons 124 may be user-operable. In some embodiments, one or more buttons 124 may be coupled to the right or left side of display screen 170.

[0065] In some embodiments, the display screen 170 may include a display screen base 172 having two or more display screen legs 174 configured to stabilize the display screen 170 within the sterile area 102. In some embodiments, the projector 120 may be configured to connect to a first medical device 110 or to a second medical device 190. In some embodiments, the second medical device 190 may be located outside or within the sterile area 102. In one embodiment, the projector 120 may be included within an adapter configured to insert into a computing device or the first medical device 110 or the second medical device. In this embodiment, the computing device, the first medical device 110, or the second medical device 190 may be configured to provide a power source to the projector 120.

[0066] Figure 5 A block diagram of some components of a medical device projection system 100, including a projector 120, a projector console 126, and a display console 176, is shown according to some embodiments. In some embodiments, the projector 120 may include the projector console 126, and the display screen 170 may include the display console 176. In some embodiments, the projector console 126 includes one or more processors 128, a first power source 130, a non-transitory computer-readable medium (“memory”) 132, and a first plurality of logic modules. In some embodiments, the plurality of logic modules may include one or more of the medical device communication receiving logic 134, the projector display logic 138, and the medical device communication logic 140 as described above.

[0067] In some embodiments, multiple logic modules may include display receiving logic 180. In some embodiments, display receiving logic 180 may be configured to receive one or more parameter changes from display screen 170. In some embodiments, display console 176 may include one or more processors 128, a second power source 130, and a non-transitory computer-readable medium (“memory”) 132 having two or more logic modules. In some embodiments, the two or more logic modules may include parameter determination logic 136 or projector communication logic 178. In some embodiments, parameter determination logic 136 may be configured to associate the state of one or more buttons 124 with one or more parameter changes on user control interface 114. In some embodiments, projector communication logic 178 may be configured to transmit one or more parameter changes to projector 120.

[0068] Figure 6A flowchart is shown of an exemplary method 200 for controlling changes in multiple parameters of a first medical device 110 from within a sterile area 102, according to some embodiments. In some embodiments, method 200 includes positioning a projector 120 to communicate with the first medical device 110 (block 202). In some embodiments, the first medical device 110 is located outside the sterile area 102 and includes a user control interface 114 having multiple parameters. In some embodiments, the projector 120 includes one or more buttons 124 configured to control the multiple parameters. In some embodiments, the one or more buttons 124 may include a clickable scroll wheel. In some embodiments, positioning the projector 120 to communicate with the first medical device 110 includes positioning the projector 120 to communicate wirelessly with the first medical device 110.

[0069] Method 200 further includes placing projector 120 in a sterile area 102 (box 204). In some embodiments, projector 120 is sterile. In some embodiments, placing projector 120 in the sterile area 102 includes placing projector 120 into a sterile bag. In some embodiments, the sterile bag is transparent. Method 200 further includes projecting a mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 onto surface 160 (box 206). In some embodiments, projecting the mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 includes projecting the mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 in real time as the user provides changes in parameters. In some embodiments, surface 160 is visible to the user. In some embodiments, surface 160 includes a floor, ceiling, surface of a second medical device, sterile drapes, etc.

[0070] Method 200 further includes providing one or more parameter changes to the first medical device 110 (block 208). In some embodiments, providing one or more parameter changes to the first medical device 110 includes a user manipulating one or more buttons 124 to provide one or more parameter changes to the first medical device 110. For example, when one or more buttons 124 include a clickable scroll wheel, the user can rotate the clickable scroll wheel to increase or decrease one or more parameters. In some embodiments, providing one or more parameter changes includes a projector 120 transmitting one or more parameter changes to the first medical device 110. In some embodiments, the first medical device 110 may include a laser. In some embodiments, the multiple parameters may include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, and laser pulse duration.

[0071] Figure 7A flowchart of an exemplary method 300 for controlling changes in multiple parameters of a first medical device 110 from within a sterile area 102, according to some embodiments, is shown. Method 300 includes positioning a projector 120 to communicate with the first medical device 110 of a medical device projection system 100 (block 302). In some embodiments, positioning the projector 120 to communicate with the first medical device 110 includes positioning the projector 120 to communicate wirelessly with the first medical device 110. In some embodiments, positioning the projector 120 to communicate with the first medical device 110 includes positioning the projector 120 to communicate with the first medical device 110 having a user control interface 114 having multiple parameters. In some embodiments, positioning the projector 120 to communicate with the first medical device 110 includes positioning the projector 120 to communicate with the first medical device 110, wherein the first medical device 110 may be outside the sterile area 102.

[0072] Method 300 includes positioning display screen 170 to communicate with projector 120 (block 304). In some embodiments, positioning display screen 170 to communicate with projector 120 includes positioning display screen 170 to communicate wirelessly with projector 120. In some embodiments, display screen 170 includes one or more buttons 124 configured to control multiple parameters. In some embodiments, the one or more buttons 124 include a clickable scroll wheel. Method 300 further includes placing display screen 170 in a sterile area 102 (block 306). In some embodiments, display screen 170 is visible to a user. In some embodiments, display screen 170 is sterile. In some embodiments, the display screen may be placed in a sterile bag. In some embodiments, the sterile bag is transparent. Method 300 further includes projecting a mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 onto display screen 170 (block 308). In some embodiments, projecting the mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 includes projecting the mixed reality visual representation of user control interface 114 in real time as the user provides changes in parameters.

[0073] Method 300 further includes providing one or more parameter changes to the first medical device 110 (block 310). In some embodiments, providing one or more parameter changes includes a user manipulating one or more buttons 124 on a display screen 170 to provide the change. For example, when one or more buttons 124 include a clickable scroll wheel, a user can rotate the clickable scroll wheel to increase or decrease one or more parameters. In some embodiments, providing one or more changes includes the display screen 170 transmitting one or more parameter changes to a projector 120, and the projector 120 transmitting one or more parameter changes to the first medical device 110. In some embodiments, the first medical device 110 may include a laser. In some embodiments, the multiple parameters may include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, and laser pulse duration.

[0074] While specific embodiments have been disclosed herein, and have been described in detail, these specific embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of the concepts provided herein. Additional adaptations and / or modifications may be apparent to those skilled in the art, and are included in a broader sense. Therefore, deviations from the specific embodiments disclosed herein are possible without departing from the scope of the concepts provided herein.

Claims

1. A medical device projection system, comprising: A first medical device is located outside a sterile area and has a user control interface that includes multiple parameters. and A projector, located within the sterile area, communicates with the first medical device and is configured to project a mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface onto a surface. The projector includes one or more buttons configured to control the plurality of parameters, the one or more buttons being connected to the left, right or back side of the projector body.

2. The medical device projection system of claim 1, wherein the surface is visible to the user and is located within or outside the sterile area.

3. The medical device projection system according to claim 2, wherein the surface includes a floor, a ceiling, the surface of a second medical device, or a sterile cover.

4. The medical device projection system of claim 1, wherein the one or more buttons include a clickable scroll wheel.

5. The medical device projection system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the projector includes a projector body connected to a projector bracket, the projector bracket being connected to the right or left side of the projector body.

6. The medical device projection system according to claim 5, wherein the projector bracket includes a projector bracket base or two or more projector bracket legs.

7. The medical device projection system of claim 5, wherein the projector is configured to rotate in a ring around the axis of the projector support.

8. The medical device projection system of claim 1, wherein the projector includes a console having a power source, one or more processors, a non-transitory computer-readable medium, and a plurality of logic modules.

9. The medical device projection system of claim 8, wherein when executed by the processor, the plurality of logic modules are configured to perform operations including: Receive a description of the user control interface from the first medical device; Associate the state of the one or more buttons with changes in one or more parameters on the user control interface; A mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface projected onto a surface, including any parameter variations; and The changes in one or more parameters are transmitted from the projector to the first medical device.

10. The medical device projection system according to claim 1, wherein the first medical device includes a laser, and the plurality of parameters include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, and laser pulse duration.

11. The medical device projection system of claim 1, wherein the projector is configured to be sterile or placed in a sterile bag.

12. A method for controlling the variation of multiple parameters of a medical device within a sterile area, comprising: A projector with one or more buttons is positioned to communicate with a first medical device, the first medical device having a user control interface including multiple parameters, the first medical device being located outside a sterile area; Place the projector in the sterile area; A mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface is projected onto the surface; and Provide one or more parameter changes to the first medical device. Placing the projector having the one or more buttons in communication with the first medical device includes placing the projector having the one or more buttons configured to control the plurality of parameters in communication with the first medical device.

13. The method of claim 12, wherein placing the projector in the sterile area comprises: The projector was placed in a sterile bag.

14. The method of claim 12, wherein projecting the mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface onto the surface comprises: The mixed reality visual representation of the user control interface is projected onto the surface, wherein the surface is visible to the user and includes a floor, ceiling, surface of a second medical device, or sterile drape.

15. The method of claim 12, wherein providing one or more parameter variations to the first medical device comprises: One or more parameter variations are provided to the first medical device, wherein the first medical device includes a laser, and the one or more parameter variations include laser pulse energy, laser frequency, or laser pulse duration.

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