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Safe operation of integrated negative pressure wound treatment apparatuses

US11707564B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 2018
Grant dateJul 25, 2023
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Expiry dateMar 27, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2205/8237
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed herein are systems and methods for safe operation of a wound treatment apparatus with electronic components integrated on or within a wound dressing. In some embodiments, the electronic components include a power source, an isolation circuit, a controller, a capacitor, and a negative pressure source. The isolation circuit provides multiple activation states with at least one state preventing application of power to the other electronic components capable of storing electrical energy, thereby providing a safe operation of the apparatus. For example, sterilization of the apparatus can be performed safely.

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