Implantable Monitor Introducer With Positioning Indicators
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing medical devices face challenges in properly positioning implantable monitors due to improper pocket formation and placement, leading to poor performance and potential ejection of the device.
Innovation Solution
An introducer device with a body portion and indicator system that provides visual and tactile guidance for clinicians to accurately determine the width, depth, and position of the implantable monitor, using measurement scales, gaps, and electrical contacts to ensure correct placement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If an implantable monitor is implanted without precise positioning guidance, then the implantation process is simple and quick, but the device may be improperly positioned leading to poor performance and potential ejection
Solution Approach 1:
The introducer device incorporates pre-configured indicators (visual markings, measurement scales, gap dimensions) that are prepared in advance to guide the clinician through the implantation process. These indicators are built into the device structure beforehand, allowing precise pocket formation and monitor positioning without requiring complex real-time measurement tools or procedures during surgery.
2Measurement precision
If measurement indicators are integrated into the introducer device, then positioning precision is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions into the introducer device: the body portion serves as both the implantation tool and the measurement reference. Visual indicators, measurement scales, and gap dimensions are integrated directly into the device structure, eliminating the need for separate measurement tools. This merging approach provides precise measurement capabilities while minimizing additional complexity by using the existing device components for multiple purposes.
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
Facilitates precise pocket formation and positioning of implantable monitors, enhancing their operational effectiveness by ensuring appropriate dimensions and location, thereby improving the acquisition of physiological parameters and therapy delivery.
Implementation Method 1
the indicator is configured to sense an impedance measurement of the patient and indicate the position for the arrangement of the implantable monitor in response thereto
Data Source
AI summary
Various aspect of the present disclosure are directed toward apparatuses, systems, and methods that may include an introducer for facilitating placement of an implantable monitor. The introducer may include an indicator configured to indicate at least one of width, depth, and position for an arrangement of the implantable monitor relative to a patient.