Biomagnetic Field Detection and Catheter Positioning Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing treatment systems for arrhythmia lack convenience in performing treatments while confirming the biomagnetic field generated by the human body being treated.
Innovation Solution
A treatment system that includes a magnetic sensor to detect biomagnetic fields, a catheter for insertion into the body, an image information processing portion to generate a combined image showing biomagnetic field strength and catheter position, and a display portion to show this combined image.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a treatment system uses magnetic sensors to detect biomagnetic fields, then measurement precision of biomagnetic field is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions into an integrated treatment system that merges magnetic field detection, catheter position tracking, and image processing capabilities into a unified system. The magnetic sensor detects both biomagnetic fields and catheter position information simultaneously, eliminating the need for separate detection systems and reducing overall device complexity while maintaining measurement precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic sensor array serves multiple functions: detecting biomagnetic fields generated by the heart, tracking catheter position, and providing orientation information. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional specialized devices, thereby improving measurement capabilities without proportionally increasing system complexity.
2Ease of operation
If the system generates combined images showing biomagnetic field strength and catheter position, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges biomagnetic field distribution images and catheter position images into a single combined display. This integration allows operators to view both pieces of information simultaneously on one screen, improving ease of operation during treatment procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The image processing portion acts as an intermediary that automatically processes and combines raw magnetic sensor data with catheter position information into meaningful visual representations. This automated image synthesis reduces the operational burden on medical staff while managing the complexity through specialized processing software.
3Productivity
If the system displays real-time combined images during treatment, then productivity is improved, but loss of time for processing increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements continuous real-time processing of magnetic field data and catheter position information, generating updated combined images without interruption throughout the treatment procedure. This continuous processing ensures that operators always have current information while minimizing delays that would reduce treatment productivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary processing of magnetic sensor signals and position data before they need to be displayed, preparing the information in advance for rapid visualization. This pre-processing approach reduces the time required for real-time image generation during critical treatment moments.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system enhances treatment convenience by allowing operators to perform procedures while visually confirming the biomagnetic field strength and catheter position, thereby improving procedural efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
a magnetic sensor that detects a biomagnetic field generated by a living body to be treated
Data Source
AI summary
A treatment system includes a magnetic sensor configured to detect a biomagnetic field generated by a living body to be treated, a catheter configured to be inserted into the living body, an image information processor programmed to generate a combined image including a first image expressing a strength of the biomagnetic field and a second image expressing a position of the catheter, by using biomagnetic field information output from the magnetic sensor and position information of the catheter inserted into the living body, and a display configured to display the combined image.