PORTABLE RF-BASED DEVICE FOR HEALTHCARE APPLICATIONS

Abstract

This invention relates to the health sector and specifically to the design and use of a portable, user-friendly, and multifunctional RF device for solving health problems such as cancer treatment and obesity. Its features include a main body (1) with wheels (7) with adjustable profiles at the bottom and a cover (1.2) at the front; an RF power supply (2) fixed inside the main body (1); a signal matching source (3) that ensures lossless transmission of signals generated from the RF power supply (2) and focuses the RF waves only on the area to be treated; a flexible body electrode (8) that receives signals from the signal matching source (2) via an output cable (6); a neck electrode (9); a head electrode (10) and a point electrode (11); and a control panel (4) into which patient information is entered and the device's power value and radio wave application times are automatically determined according to this information.

Description

1 TARIFF PORTABLE RF-BASED DEVICE FOR HEALTHCARE APPLICATIONS Technological Field: 5 This invention is related to the healthcare sector, particularly in areas such as cancer treatment and obesity. A portable, user-friendly, and multifunctional RF solution for solving problems. It relates to the design and use of the device. State of the Art: According to the World Health Organization's 2020 cancer report, one in six deaths is due to cancer. This is due to [reason] and this number is expected to double by 2030. It is anticipated that new diagnoses and treatments for cancer, a complex disease, will be implemented. The development of these methods is at the forefront of research in the field of health. Chemotherapy is currently one of the most common methods used to treat this disease. It is one of them. However, chemotherapy agents given systemically to the body target cancer. Although it creates therapeutic efficacy in the tissue, it also affects many other systems (healthy cells, Its effect on tissues causes serious side effects and poisoning (toxicity). 20 Current RF hyperthermia devices are generally large, stationary systems, and they treat patients. This requires going to a center. Also, the standard devices used Electrodes are generally of a fixed size and shape, which allows for a suitable match to the characteristics of the tumor. This makes it difficult to provide treatment. This situation makes it difficult for the patient to receive effective treatment when needed. it prevents him from seeing (he needs several sessions a day depending on the characteristics of the disease) It may be necessary to use a specific type of electrode depending on the extent of the tumor. (is necessary) and significantly improves the patient's comfort and daily activities. It imposes limitations. In addition, remote access to existing devices is possible. This is not possible, and the treatment process cannot be monitored in real time. 30 2 Patent application number US8073551B2 describes the destruction of tumors. The discussion revolves around developing a coil-type electrode that can be used. Generally By converting the spiral-shaped electrolytic coil into a coil, it becomes more effective in the tumor region. It has been emphasized that heating is possible. However, personalized treatment is not possible with this device. Planning is not possible and treatment cannot be applied in specific areas. 5 Patent application number US20070173680A1 describes tumors after surgical intervention. The text describes a method and apparatus involving burning the area with a special probe. In other words, the patent mentions the development of a special probe, and this probe... Surgery 10, with its ability to expand by inserting the body inside to encompass the tumor area. This includes burning any tumor remnants that may form after the procedure. However, personalized treatment plans cannot be created with this device, and private Treatment cannot be applied at these points. Patent application number US9014814B2 states that the temperature in the tumor region should be accurately measured at 15. from the development of a specialized radiometer device that can enable measurement This is mentioned. In other words, when RF hyperthermia is applied, the tissue to which it is applied... Accurately reading the tumor temperature allows us to measure both the duration and effectiveness of the RF application. The aim is to see if it has been destroyed or not. Patent application US6016452A describes the design of a two- or multi-pole electrode. By doing so, RF hyperthermia can be applied especially to prostate cancer. This has been mentioned. In other words, the rigid electrode structure with two or many poles. Its development has been mentioned. Patent application number US20230404648A1 describes a flexible electronic circuit board structure. a rod-type electrode structure for burning surface tumors its development is mentioned. In conclusion, a new 30 that can overcome the disadvantages mentioned above. Technology is needed. 3 Description of the invention: One of the most important advantages of our invention is its portable and ergonomic design. The key is to destroy cancerous cells without harming healthy cells. Our invention eliminates the need for users to be dependent on a center to receive treatment. It eliminates the need for manual intervention. The device is designed for easy use at home. It is also equipped with a simple and intuitive touchscreen interface, which allowing users to easily manage the device and instantly monitor its activity. It provides. 10 Our invention features flexible and wearable electrodes to enhance user comfort. These electrodes are equipped according to the patient's physical characteristics and the location of the tumor. It can be customized. Thus, it can be adapted independently of body shape and the location of the tumor. RF signals are transmitted efficiently. The flexible fabric structure of the electrodes, 15 prioritizing patient comfort during treatment and enabling daily activities It does not prevent. Our invention features a control system that can be integrated with mobile applications. This feature allows users to remotely monitor the device's operation and, if necessary, take 20 steps. can intervene. Real-time monitoring of the treatment process makes the treatment more effective and... It ensures that it is implemented safely. At the same time, patient information and Treatment parameters can be easily entered into the system, enabling a personalized treatment approach. It is presented. Our invention has a modular structure, unlike existing systems. The system used... The RF power supply and signal matching source minimize losses, focusing solely on the target. This feature enables the transmission of signals to the area. This improves both the safety of the treatment and... This increases its effectiveness. In addition, the portable and compact design of the device allows it to be placed in the patient's bed. While eliminating addiction, flexible electrodes minimize health risks. 30 Furthermore, the device's RF power supply and signal matching unit transmit radio waves. High energy efficiency by ensuring energy is transmitted to the target area without loss. 4 This feature allows for action only on target tissues, while avoiding surrounding tissues. It prevents damage to healthy tissues. Our invention also provides a fast and effective solution. By offering a treatment process, it shortens the duration of the sessions. This improves both patient comfort. It both increases the number of patients and reduces the time and cost allocated to treatment. Our invention is useful not only in tumor treatment but also in heating with radio waves. It is also used in melting regional fat and in the treatment of obesity by using this principle. It can be used outside the healthcare field. The device described in the invention is a semiconductor. It can also be used in technologies. For example, ionizing target semiconductor materials. It can be applied in film coating technologies. This makes the device industrial and 10 This will also make its technological use possible. Moreover, our invention will destroy cancerous cells. In addition to its beneficial effects, it also has the potential to activate the immune system. This suggests that it may also be applicable to other immune-based treatment methods. is doing. Explaining the Figures: The invention will be described by referring to the attached figures, so that the features of the invention can be explained. It will be understood and appreciated more clearly, but the purpose of this invention is this obvious It is not about limiting it with regulations. On the contrary, the invention is defined by the accompanying claims. all alternatives, modifications, and options that could be included within the defined area The aim is to cover their equivalences. The details shown are only for the present invention. It is shown to illustrate the preferred arrangements and both the methods shaping, as well as the most useful and conceptual features of the invention's rules and principles It should be understood that they are presented to provide an easily understandable definition. In these drawings; 25 Figure 1 shows a schematic view of the system that is the subject of the invention. Figure 2 shows the flexible housing electrode associated with the system described in the invention. It is a perspective view. Figure 3 shows the flexible neck electrode associated with the system described in the invention. It is a perspective view. Figure 4. Perspective of the flexible head electrode associated with the system described in the invention. It is the appearance. Figure 5 shows the flexible point electrode associated with the system that is the subject of the invention. It is a perspective view. Figure 6 shows a general perspective view of the system that is the subject of the invention. 5 Illustrations that will help understand this invention are shown in the attached image. They are numbered and their names are given below. References Explanation: 10 1. Main body 1.1. Emergency button 1.2. Cover 2. RF power supply 15 3. Signal matching source 4. Control panel 5. Main cable 6. Output cable 7. Wheel 20 8. Body electrode 9. Neck electrode 10. Head electrode 11. Point electrode Detailed Description of the Invention: The components of the system that is the subject of the invention are basically: main body (1), RF power supply (2), signal matching source (3), control panel (4), main cable (5), output cable (6), wheel (7), body electrode (8), neck electrode (9), head electrode (10) and point 30 It is an electrode (11). There is an emergency button (1.1) on the main body (1) and on the front. It has a cover (1.2). 6 Images of the system described in the invention are given in Figures 1 and 6. The RF power supply (2) and signal matching are located inside the main body (1) shown in the images. The source (3) is located. RF power supply (2) and signal matching source (3) They are connected to each other via the main cable (5). Signal matching source 5 (3) output cable (7) sends a signal to the electrode devices. Figure 2-5 The images show the appearance of the electrodes. These electrodes are body electrodes. (8), neck electrode (9), head electrode (10) or point electrode (11) are four It consists of two parts. Each is made of flexible fabric and conforms to the relevant part of the body. They can be easily attached to various parts. These structures may include Velcro or snap fasteners, etc. Main 10 Wheels (7) are located at the bottom of the body (1). Each of these wheels (7) to enable the main body (1) to move and to the main body (1) via the profile The profiles are related to the distance of the wheels (7) from the main body (1) to the ground. It adjusts. This adjustment is made by creating numerous holes or telescopic openings on the profiles. It may be due to its structure. 15 RF power supply (1) is the main device that produces RF signals (13.56 Mhz). At the desired power It produces signals. The signals produced by the RF power supply (1) are directly transmitted without loss. The signal matching source (2) ensures that the electrodes receive the signal. This device is an RF It ensures that the waves only reach the area to be applied, while minimizing reflections and losses. It prevents the control panel (4) from remotely or manually displaying the system. It provides control via this screen. This screen has touch or push-button functionality. It is possible. After the patient information is entered into the control panel (4), the embedded software containing the software is used. The processor automatically adjusts the power level and radio wave according to the patient. Implementation periods are being calculated. 25 The body electrode (8) transmits RF signals to the relevant area on the body, the neck electrode (9) neck region, head electrode (10) head region and point electrode (11) superficial or allows application to specific areas.

Claims

7 REQUESTS 1- The invention is a portable RF-based device for healthcare applications, characterized by: - wheels (7) with adjustable length profiles at the bottom and front a main body (1) with a cover (1.2) in part, 5 - RF power supply (2) fixed inside the main body (1), - Lossless transmission of signals generated from the RF power source (2) and allows RF waves to be focused only on the area to be applied. providing signal matching source (3), - signals from the signal matching source (2) through the output cable (6) 10 receiving flexible body electrode (8), neck electrode (9), head electrode (10) and point electrode (11) and - Patient information is entered, and the device's power is automatically adjusted based on this information. control where the value and application duration of radio waves are determined It has panel (4). 15 2- The control panel mentioned in Claim 1 is (4), and its feature is that it has a touch screen. It is characterized by its being. 3- The portable RF-based device for healthcare applications mentioned in Claim 1, 20 Feature; connection between RF power supply (2) and signal matching source (3) It is characterized by having the main cable (5) that provides. 4- It is a portable RF-based device for healthcare applications as mentioned in Claim 1, Its feature is an emergency button (1.1) 25 that enables the system to be shut down suddenly in case of emergency. It is characterized by having a main body (1).

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