Pelvic Prolapse Pressure Sensing for Objective Fascia Assessment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current diagnostic methods for pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) lack objectivity and accuracy, are complex to operate, and are costly, making it difficult to form a consensus on diagnostic criteria and requiring frequent, remote, and real-time detection.
Innovation Solution
A pelvic organ prolapse pressure measuring device with a support body and pressure sensors, a data acquisition system, and a communication protocol using 5G technology for real-time data transmission, allowing for simple and cost-effective evaluation of pelvic floor muscle fascia weakness and stress relationships.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If pelvic floor ultrasound or MRI is used for diagnosis, then imaging capability is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts only the essential measurement function from complex imaging systems. Instead of using full ultrasound or MRI equipment, it employs a simplified pressure sensing system with sensors, support body, and data acquisition components that directly measure pelvic floor pressure without requiring heavy imaging infrastructure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses affordable, replaceable pressure sensors and a disposable or easily cleanable support body structure. This eliminates the need for expensive, maintenance-intensive imaging equipment while providing sufficient diagnostic information through pressure measurements alone.
2Measurement precision
If pelvic floor ultrasound or MRI is used for diagnosis, then imaging capability is improved, but operation complexity and time consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The pressure measuring device is designed for self-service operation where the patient simply positions the support body and the system automatically collects pressure data through integrated sensors. This eliminates the need for highly skilled operators to perform complex imaging procedures, making the device easy to use while maintaining diagnostic accuracy.
3Ease of manufacture
If traditional pressure measuring methods are used, then cost is reduced, but measurement objectivity and accuracy deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a multi-functional integrated system where the support body serves multiple purposes: positioning, sensor mounting, data acquisition housing, and patient interface. This universal design reduces manufacturing costs by eliminating the need for separate components while incorporating electronic sensors that ensure objective and accurate measurements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from subjective clinical evaluation to objective quantitative pressure measurement by changing the measurement parameter from anatomical position assessment to actual pressure force detection. This parameter change enables accurate, objective diagnosis while using affordable electronic sensing technology.
4Measurement precision
If MRI or ultrasound equipment is used, then diagnostic capability is improved, but real-time remote detection capability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces heavy mechanical imaging equipment with electronic pressure sensing technology that naturally produces real-time digital signals. The pressure sensors continuously measure force and transmit data electronically, enabling immediate real-time detection and remote monitoring without the delays inherent in mechanical imaging systems.
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 device provides objective and accurate assessment of pelvic prolapse stress relationships and muscle fascia weakness, offering simple operation and reduced costs.
Implementation Method 1
pressure sensors which distributed outside of the support body
Data Source
AI summary
A pelvic organ prolapse pressure measuring device and an application thereof are provided. The pelvic organ prolapse pressure measuring device includes a pelvic organ prolapse pressure sensing system and a data acquisition system, the prolapse pressure sensing system includes a support body and pressure sensors which are distributed outside the support body. The pelvic organ prolapse pressure measuring device is applied to the pressure detection around the cavity. The above-mentioned pelvic organ prolapse pressure measuring device is adopted, which can objectively and accurately judge the abnormal stress relationship inside the prolapsed organ, and accurately evaluate the weak area of the pelvic floor muscle fascia. Its operation method is simple, and its cost is low.