Internal Organ Electrode System for Electro-Osmotic Oedema Drainage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing treatments are inadequate for effectively reducing internal organ oedema, particularly myocardial oedema, which can impair organ function and lead to severe complications.
Innovation Solution
Application of a direct current between two electrodes positioned on or near an internal organ or in liquid-carrying vessels within the organ, utilizing electro-osmosis to drain excess fluid and reduce swelling.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional treatments are used for internal organ oedema, then organ function is maintained, but oedema reduction is insufficient and treatment effectiveness is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces conventional mechanical or pharmacological treatments with an electrical field-based approach. A direct current is applied through electrodes positioned on or near the affected organ, creating an electro-osmotic flow that actively transports excess fluid out of the tissue, thereby resolving oedema more effectively than traditional methods.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the physical state and movement of fluid within the organ by applying an electrical current. The direct current alters the electrochemical parameters of the tissue environment, inducing electro-osmosis that changes fluid direction and velocity, thereby accelerating oedema resolution.
2Productivity
If electrical current is applied to reduce oedema, then fluid drainage is improved and organ function increases, but treatment complexity and device requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The treatment system is segmented into two main components: electrodes for current delivery and a control system. The electrodes can be positioned externally on the skin or internally within the organ, allowing flexible adaptation to different treatment scenarios without requiring complex integrated systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrode system serves multiple functions: it delivers the therapeutic direct current, monitors treatment progress, and can be positioned in various locations (external or internal) depending on the specific clinical situation. This multi-functionality reduces overall system complexity while maintaining high productivity.
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 direct current application immediately reduces oedema by inducing electro-osmosis, effectively draining fluid from the affected organ, improving organ function and patient well-being over hours to weeks.
Implementation Method 1
Application of a direct current between two electrodes positioned on or near an internal organ or in liquid-carrying vessels within the organ, utilizing electro-osmosis to drain excess fluid and reduce swelling
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AI summary
A process of treatment of internal organ oedema is using an electric current delivering electrode system comprising electrodes to be positioned at two places on the outer surface of the internal organ and/or in a liquid carrying vessel of the internal organ and delivering electric current to induce electro-osmosis between the electrodes. An electrode assembly system for this treatment by electro-osmosis includes, in addition to the two electrodes, a control unit adapted to control the current flow between the two electrodes.