Integrated Biopsy Probe With Marker Applier
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current biopsy systems lack an efficient method for marking biopsy sites for future reference, and existing marker deployment tools are not seamlessly integrated with biopsy devices for simultaneous tissue sampling and site marking.
Innovation Solution
A biopsy system comprising a probe with a needle assembly and a tissue sample holder, integrated with a marker applier that allows for simultaneous tissue sampling and site marking, using a graphical user interface for control and operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If separate biopsy devices and marker deployment tools are used, then each device can be optimized for its specific function, but the procedural time increases and integration efficiency is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the biopsy device and marker deployment tool into a single integrated system. The marker applier is integrated with the biopsy probe, allowing both tissue sampling and site marking to be performed through one insertion procedure, thereby eliminating the need for separate devices and reducing procedural time.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated biopsy system performs multiple functions: tissue sampling through the needle assembly and site marking through the marker applier. This multi-functional design allows a single device to replace what would traditionally require separate tools, improving workflow efficiency without significantly increasing overall system complexity.
2Loss of time
If simultaneous tissue sampling and site marking are performed, then procedural time is reduced, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated device is segmented into distinct functional modules: the needle assembly for tissue sampling and the marker applier for site marking. This modular segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently while being part of the same integrated system, enabling simultaneous operation without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The marker applier components are nested within or integrated with the biopsy probe structure. The marker delivery mechanism is housed within the probe housing, allowing both functions to share the same insertion path and structural framework, thereby reducing the overall complexity increase that would result from completely separate devices.
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AI summary
A biopsy system includes various features. A tissue sample holder kit of the system comprises a rotatable member with chambers configured to receive tissue receiving features of a tissue sample tray. A biopsy device of the system includes user input features and user feedback features disposed on a body. A user interface of the system includes a graphical representation of a tissues ample holder. A biopsy site marker applier of the system includes markings associated with different biopsy device configurations. The biopsy system may undergo a multi-step initialization process. In operation, the biopsy system may execute pneumatic control algorithms including the use of vacuum, saline, and atmospheric air.