Remote Surgical Interface Using Virtual Screen Replication
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Current remote surgical control systems are complex, lack interoperability with various surgical hardware types, and are not context-sensitive, making them difficult to use by non-sterile personnel in diverse language environments, and they fail to dynamically adapt to the needs of advanced surgical procedures.
Innovation Solution
A remote surgical system and method that employs a software application on mobile devices to provide a true screen representation of local surgical devices, allowing context-sensitive control and language translation, with dynamic interface adjustments based on available hardware and user preferences, enabling interoperability with multiple device types and languages.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If wireless remote control solutions are implemented, then remote surgical control capability is provided, but the system complexity increases and usability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a virtual copy of the local surgical device interface on the remote device. The graphical user interface replicates the appearance, layout, and functionality of the local device's display, allowing the remote user to interact with the surgical system as if directly in front of the device. This copying approach eliminates the need for complex custom remote interfaces while providing intuitive control.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a universal remote control system that can interface with multiple types of surgical devices from different manufacturers. By using standardized communication protocols and creating adaptable virtual interfaces, the system can control various surgical equipment (electrosurgical generators, smoke evacuators, insufflators) through a single remote device, eliminating the need for device-specific remote controls.
2Device complexity
If fixed functionality mechanical buttons are used, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability to different surgical contexts and languages deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the static mechanical button interface into a dynamic graphical user interface. The virtual buttons and controls on the remote device can change their appearance, labels, and functionality based on the current surgical context, selected parameters, and user preferences. This dynamic adaptation allows the same physical interface to provide context-sensitive control without increasing hardware complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements language translation and interface customization by changing the display parameters of the graphical user interface. The system can translate interface labels and messages between different languages, adjust control configurations based on surgical procedures, and modify parameter displays according to user preferences, all through software-based parameter changes rather than physical interface modifications.
3Reliability
If advanced surgical devices are used, then surgical capability is improved, but the requirement for advanced expertise increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a remote interface as an intermediary between the surgeon and the complex surgical device. This intermediate layer provides a simplified, intuitive graphical user interface that masks the underlying complexity of the surgical system. The remote interface handles complex device communications, parameter management, and control logic, allowing users with basic training to operate advanced surgical equipment effectively.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods for remotely controlling a medical device are disclosed. Such systems and methods may include the providing of computer executable instructions for presenting a graphical user interface capable of providing remote user input to the medical device, wherein the graphical user interface is at least substantially a true screen representation of an interface of the at least one medical device. At least one network port may be capable of remotely receiving the user input information. Responsive to the input information, a driver associated with the medical device may be configured to control the medical device responsive to the input at the remote graphical user interface.