Ablation Heat Map Workstation for Surgical History Tracking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current surgical procedures lack an efficient system for tracking and recalling ablation histories over time, making it difficult for surgeons to maintain and selectively deliver persistent information regarding the history of anatomical structures during multiple procedures.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a workstation with a display, user input device, and memory, configured to receive and store input associated with ablation procedures, forming ablation regions on anatomical structures, and transmitting signals to display illustrations of these regions, allowing for the visualization and recording of ablation histories.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If manual recording methods are used for ablation histories, then device complexity is reduced, but loss of information increases and productivity decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates a digital copy of the anatomical structure with ablation regions superimposed. This digital representation serves as a persistent record that can be stored, retrieved, and reviewed without requiring complex manual documentation processes, thereby reducing information loss while maintaining operational simplicity
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces a digital intermediary layer between the physical ablation procedure and the recording process. This intermediary takes the form of a computational model that automatically captures ablation data and presents it as a visual heat map, eliminating the need for complex manual recording systems
2Productivity
If manual recording methods are used, then ease of operation is improved, but productivity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-service by automatically capturing ablation data and generating heat maps without requiring surgeon intervention for documentation. The system monitors ablation parameters, tracks treated regions, and maintains historical records autonomously, thereby improving productivity while keeping the surgeon's workflow simple
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces the mechanical process of manual note-taking and diagramming with an automated electronic system. This substitution uses software algorithms to process ablation data and generate visual representations, significantly improving efficiency while maintaining ease of use through intuitive display interfaces
3Measurement precision
If heat maps are generated to track ablation regions, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the anatomical structure into discrete regions and tracks ablation changes within each segment. By dividing the complex anatomical data into manageable zones, the system achieves precise localization of ablated regions without requiring overly complex processing systems
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses color-coded heat maps to visually represent different ablation zones and tissue states. This visual encoding provides precise measurement and localization information through color intensity and distribution, achieving high measurement precision through intuitive visual presentation rather than complex data processing
Data Source
AI summary
A system for recording or recalling ablation information includes a workstation, and control circuitry. The workstation may include a display, a user input device, and a memory. The workstation may be configured to be in electrical communication with an ablation device. The control circuitry may be in electrical communication with the ablation device and the memory. The control circuitry may be configured to receive input associated with an ablation procedure performed by the ablation device, and associate the input with an anatomical structure of the patient.