Transparent Fluoroscopy Panel Integrating Display and Radiation Shield
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Solution Overview
Problem
Fluoroscopy procedures pose a health risk to medical professionals due to exposure to X-ray radiation, and existing systems require operators to switch between viewing patients and monitoring information on separate video displays, leading to inefficiencies and increased radiation exposure.
Innovation Solution
A transparent panel that protects operators from X-ray radiation while allowing them to view patients, integrated with a display device that presents procedural information, including fluoroscopic images and control interfaces, potentially as a touchscreen, to reduce radiation exposure and minimize clutter in the procedure room.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If operators use separate video displays to monitor procedural information, then information visibility is improved, but operator radiation exposure increases and workflow efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the display device and protective panel into a single integrated unit. The display device is positioned on the transparent panel, merging the function of information display with the protective barrier, allowing operators to view both patient and procedural information without turning away from the procedure.
Solution Approach 2:
The transparent panel serves multiple functions simultaneously: it protects the operator from radiation, allows visual viewing of the patient, and displays procedural information through the integrated display device. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate displays and reduces operator exposure.
2Loss of information
If operators use separate video displays to monitor procedural information, then information accessibility is improved, but workflow efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
By merging the display device with the protective panel, the system eliminates the need for operators to turn away from the procedure to check separate monitors. All information is accessible at the point of view, streamlining the workflow and improving efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The transparent panel acts as an intermediary that allows simultaneous viewing of the patient and display of information. The display device on the panel provides procedural information without requiring operators to leave their position or turn away, maintaining continuous focus on the procedure.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If a transparent panel is used to protect operators, then radiation protection is improved, but display functionality is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The display device is merged with the transparent panel, combining protective and display functions in a single unit. The display device is positioned on the panel and coupled to consoles, enabling information display while maintaining the panel's protective and transparent properties.
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 solution effectively reduces operator exposure to X-ray radiation and streamlines the workflow by integrating display and control functions directly on the panel, allowing operators to focus on the patient without turning away from the procedure, thus enhancing safety and efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
a transparent panel, which is configured to protect an operator positioned on a first side of the panel from X-ray radiation applied to a patient on a second side of the panel
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus, including a transparent panel, which is configured to protect an operator positioned on a first side of the panel from X-ray radiation applied to a patient on a second side of the panel during a medical procedure, while permitting the operator to view the patient through the panel. The apparatus also includes a display device, which is coupled to present information on the transparent panel responsively to the medical procedure.