Transparent Radiation Shield With Display for Moving X-Ray Tables
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing radiation shields in medical environments fail to provide effective protection for healthcare workers by not moving with the patient during procedures, obstructing the surgeon's view, and lacking integrated patient data display.
Innovation Solution
A repositionable, transparent radiation shield with integrated display and imaging capabilities that moves with the patient, allowing surgeons to view the operating field while receiving patient data and images, and can be controlled through sterile interfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If traditional radiation shields are attached to fixed structures (ceiling, floor, or fixed table rails), then radiation protection is provided, but the shields do not move with the patient and obstruct the surgeon's view of the operating field
Solution Approach 1:
The radiation shield is made movable by attaching it to the mobile portion of the x-ray table rather than fixed structures. This allows the shield to dynamically reposition with the patient and procedure site, maintaining both radiation protection and unobstructed surgical access throughout the procedure
Solution Approach 2:
The shield integrates multiple functions: radiation protection, patient monitoring display, and positioning adaptability. By combining these functions into a single movable unit attached to the table, the system eliminates the need for separate fixed shields and monitoring equipment, improving both protection and surgical accessibility
2Ease of operation
If transparent radiation shields are used to maintain visibility, then the surgeon can view the operating field, but integrated patient data display is not provided
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the transparent radiation shield with an integrated display system that shows patient data, images, and procedural information. This merging allows the surgeon to simultaneously view the operating field through the transparent shield while accessing critical patient information on the same device, eliminating the need to look away from the surgical site
Solution Approach 2:
The transparent shield acts as an intermediary that transmits both visual information from the operating field and digital information from patient monitoring systems. This dual information transmission capability allows simultaneous access to surgical and patient data without compromising visibility
3Object-affected harmful factors
If radiation shields are positioned to protect the physician, then radiation exposure is reduced, but the shields must be repositioned as the patient table moves
Solution Approach 1:
By attaching the shield to the mobile table structure, the system creates a dynamic positioning system where the shield automatically moves with the patient. This eliminates the need for manual repositioning and maintains continuous radiation protection throughout table movement and procedure progression
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
Enhances radiation protection and maintains clear visibility of the operating field, enabling surgeons to perform procedures safely and efficiently by integrating real-time patient data and imaging.
Implementation Method 1
these shields are usually constructed from x-ray blocking material that transmits the visible light spectrum
Implementation Method 2
a display that, when activated, may turn from transparent to opaque or partially transparent shield, allowing the superimposition of data
Data Source
AI summary
A transparent radiation shield, attachable to a patient support platform, and movable to shield a physician from imaging radiation, includes a transparent computer display that is controllable to provide a data overlay on the shield pertaining to patient data and/or x-ray images.