US20040199151A1 - Power regulated medical underskin irradiation treament system - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to the field of underskin radiation therapy. More particularly, the invention relates to power regulated laser underskin or vein therapy.
- a feedback mechanism is employed that feeds information regarding the treatment site to a controlling unit, which can then adjust the power, frequency or other characteristics of the laser to provide optimal effects.
- Such feedback information includes measurements of reflected beams, temperature of probes or fibers and temperature of treated or surrounding tissue.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,074,382 discloses an apparatus for ablating epidermal tissue in cosmetic treatments comprising a beam controller and a detector for detecting at least one tissue characteristic (temperature, texture, elasticity, size and shape).
- the beam controller will alter the beam characteristics based on feedback provided by the detector as to the type of tissue detected.
- the handpiece may detect color, and the controller may be programmed to only activate a laser over skin marks such as liver spots to avoid ablating healthy tissue.
- Another example features a second laser beam to relay tissue characteristics to the handpiece to determine whether the tissue should be ablated.
- This invention is limited to ablative skin resurfacing, and is primarily a scanning apparatus.
- U.S. Pat. No. 5,531,740 which externally irradiates malformed veins.
- a detector detects the different color of the veins to restrict radiation to the veins. Reflected light travels from the treatment area to the apparatus, which only allows emission of radiation when the beam is over an area with a predetermined color.
- This invention involves external scanning over a treatment area and turning the laser on and off to ensure that only veins are treated.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,231,568 describes a device and method for forming a channel in heart tissue using both mechanical and laser energy.
- a needle is used to penetrate the flesh, and a fiber extends further from the needle, followed by irradiation to vaporize tissue and form a channel in the tissue.
- a device sends position signals to a control apparatus, which indicates when the needle and/or fiber tip has traveled to a predetermined depth. Different energy delivery rates can be selected, but the delivery rate appears to be constant during treatment, and does not vary with position.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,135,996 by Kolesa et al. describes a controlled advancement laser ablation device to be used in performing transmyocardial revascularization (TMR) and angioplasty.
- TMR transmyocardial revascularization
- the rate of advancement of the laser fiber is very important yet difficult to control with hand advanced techniques.
- Kolesa provides a device for automatically controlling the rate of advancement.
- the rate of advancement is determined prior to treatment.
- Devices are also disclosed that limit the depth to which a fiber can travel. This invention is limited to ablation devices and provides a device that features a predetermined power level and advancement speed.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,176,854 discloses a device and method for underskin treatments utilizing a laser source and optical fiber for the treatment of a variety of skin conditions or for vein treatment. This method does not provide a method of insertion, and does not provide a way to automatically control the laser output depending on the position of the fiber tip. Additionally, power must be manually regulated.
- U.S. Pat. No. 4,846,171 describes an apparatus for advancing and retracting a fiber within a catheter lumen and for controlling energy transmission.
- the fiber is connected to a sliding mechanism that allows the practitioner to expose the fiber tip from the lumen after the lumen is properly located and thus avoids having to expose the fiber tip before treatment.
- a switching means to allow energy to be transmitted through the fiber.
- This invention is a positionally dependent laser control, and does not contain means to automatically adjust radiation parameters.
- thermocouple measures the heat of the tissue and prevents over-irradiation of the tissue.
- the fiber is withdrawn at a rate sufficient to maintain the temperature of the tissue within a certain predetermined range.
- a motor is connected with the thermocouple so that it will respond and pull the fiber faster if the temperature gets too high or slower if the temperature gets too low.
- U.S. Pat. No. 5,733,277 describes a device and method for ablating vascular or arterial material.
- the device consists of a laser source, an optical fiber, catheter, and a device for coupling and rotating the fiber.
- a computerized monitoring and guidance system calculates the desired movement of the fiber based on measurements of the obstructing material.
- a device and method is needed for radiation treatment that prevents under- or over-treatment of an area by effectively regulating the power output or pulse rate of a radiation delivery device based on a number of parameters without dependence on an operator.
- the present invention addresses this need.
- the present invention discloses a system and method for controllably releasing radiation in percutaneous radiation treatment.
- a laser is coupled to an optical fiber that is inserted below the skin or into a vascular lumen to a predetermined point.
- the fiber is connected to a source of electromagnetic radiation such as a laser, non-coherent radiation source, high power laser diode, LED, and an ultrasonic source. Radiation is then delivered to the treatment site while the fiber is simultaneously drawn out to the entry point.
- the fiber is manually withdrawn at a predetermined rate and radiation is administered in a constant power or energy level. To maintain a constant proper energy density, the speed of withdrawal is measured and sent to a controlling mechanism.
- the controlling mechanism modifies the power emitted, pulse length or pulse rate to ensure that the vein or tissue receives a consistent dose of energy.
- an imaging device provides the controlling device with speed information based on fiber or catheter surface textural properties or based on a series of bar code like markings.
- additional information is collected, such as vein diameter prior to treatment, position of the distal end of the fiber, and/or impact measurements such as vibration or temperature during treatment, and the controlling mechanism adjusts output power or pulse rate in response to measurements to maintain a desired power density.
- FIG. 1 Illustration of system of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 Two-dimensional side view of an embodiment of measurement means.
- FIG. 3 a View of a preferred embodiment as assembled.
- FIG. 3 b View of unassembled preferred embodiment of FIG. 3 a.
- the present invention provides an effective and reliable method and system for ensuring consistent dosage of laser or other treatment energy to a treatment site during, for example, radiation treatments such as vein treatment or underskin treatments such as wrinkle removal.
- radiation treatments such as vein treatment or underskin treatments such as wrinkle removal.
- it is important to deliver a clinically effective dose of energy to tissue without unnecessary damage.
- It is important to deliver a specific power density, in the case of lasers, or energy amount to tissue, and thus the present invention ensures that the required power density is delivered regardless of the practitioner and thus avoids human error.
- the present invention is well suited for endoluminous laser treatments, where a treatment fiber is inserted into the vein or under the skin and laser radiation is emitted at a fixed power setting (for instance 10 W at 980 nm). During irradiation, the fiber is manually pulled out or withdrawn so as to irradiate the desired length of the vessel wall or treatment area. It is evident that the effect achieved will be dosage dependent, and therefore the delivered dosage is dependent on the speed of withdrawal of the fiber through the tissue or vein. Variations in the withdrawal speed may result in undesirable variations in the delivered power or power density and thus variations in the results obtained, such as charring, denaturation and hence imperfect treatment results.
- a fixed power setting for instance 10 W at 980 nm
- the present invention takes a novel approach by utilizing a device that monitors and changes output based on withdrawal speed rather than attempting to force a steady withdrawal speed.
- the present invention provides a means for measuring the speed of an irradiation means, such as the distal end of an optical fiber, of a radiation delivery device, and feeding that information back to a means to control the power emitted by a radiation source coupled to the delivery device and irradiation means.
- This system of feedback and control ensures that a consistent radiation dose is applied to all tissue along the withdrawal path of a fiber or other irradiation means connected to the radiation delivery device.
- the control unit can alternatively control the pulse rate or pulse length as a function of withdrawal speed.
- This measurement and feedback can for instance be achieved by encoding the fiber with barcode like markings along a given length of the fiber to be inserted. The movement of these markings past a chosen reference point can then be read by a measurement device to determine the speed of withdrawal.
- a handpiece or other hollow device is used that is connected to a delivery lumen, such as a needle, to introduce the fiber, catheter containing a fiber, or other radiation delivery device into a tissue or vascular structure.
- Means to measure the speed of pullback is preferably incorporated onto the handpiece or attached to it, but the measurement means may be incorporated into the system at any desired point along the fiber or catheter length.
- the optical fiber is optically coupled to a tunable power laser source.
- Means to control the laser power is coupled to both the measurement means and the laser source. As the fiber is pulled out of the tissue or vascular structure, the measurement means determines the speed of pullback, and sends this information to the control means.
- the means to control determines the proper emitted power based on preselected protocols, and adjusts the radiation power accordingly.
- the means to control may be attached to the radiation or energy source, or remotely connected.
- the means to control can be interchangeably connected to different radiation sources. It may preferably be a control unit such as a laptop or desktop computer.
- the measurement means can be any number of devices, included light-sensitive diodes, in conjunction with periodic markings on the fiber, catheter or other energy delivery device to measure the speed of movement of the fiber or delivery device by the interval between each marking as the delivery device passes through a measurement means. The interval between light blocking markings is sent to the control unit, which calculates the speed and adjusts the power to maintain a proper radiation dosage. This measurement and adjustment process occurs continually during the treatment process to ensure that slight variations in pullback speed are accounted and corrected for.
- the periodic markings described above may be highly reflective to the LED or other light source.
- the light sensitive diodes or other measurement means can then be used to measure the interval between markings by recording the interval between higher measured light intensities due to the reflective markings.
- the control unit then adjusts radiation or energy output based on the speed calculated from those intervals.
- the marking can be placed on any number of devices, including optical fibers and catheters of different sizes and lengths for delivering radiation or other energy for coagulation or therapy.
- the measurement means is an optical speed and position measurement device through which the radiation delivery device, including an optical fiber or a catheter, can be advanced or withdrawn.
- the measurement means consists of an illumination source such as an LED, an imaging device, image processing means, and means to relay speed or position information to the control device.
- the measurement means is preferably stationary.
- the measurement means may be incorporated into a handpiece such as described above.
- the measurement means is positioned around a transparent tube through which the radiation delivery device is advanced or withdrawn.
- the measurement means in practice operates similarly to an optical mouse often used with personal computers.
- the illumination source illuminates the surface of the delivery device and the imaging means takes a series of images of the surface.
- the measurement means determines the speed and direction of movement of the delivery device. From this information, and based on position information entered at the beginning of a procedure, the measurement means can also determine the position of the irradiation means such as a bare fiber tip or a diffuser. This information is continually relayed to the control unit which can then alter the radiation dose or provide the information to a user. Bar code like markings, as described above, can also be used in conjunction with this embodiment.
- a further embodiment of the present invention features the inclusion of a drawing motor in addition to the measurement means and control unit.
- the control unit based on speed and power information, controls both the speed of the withdrawal and the emitted power, to allow further control over the procedure.
- a drawing motor is included for automated withdrawal of the catheter or optical fiber, and is controlled by the control unit based on information from the measurement means. The motor can maintain the withdrawal at a constant speed, or vary withdrawal based on a number of parameters.
- An example of one parameter is vein diameter, wherein the radiation power is kept constant and the control unit varies the withdrawal speed as the vein diameter changes to maintain a constant power density.
- the control unit calculates and maintains the proper withdrawal speed to produce a given power density.
- the power density may be constant or may vary depending on the needs of the treatment or desires of the user. The user may also prefer to use a combination of varying withdrawal speed and radiation power, for example, to minimize treatment time.
- the motor may also be controlled to withdraw the catheter in user defined steps, if it is desirable to avoid irradiating the whole vein in one withdrawal step.
- the control unit directs the motor to withdraw the fiber in defined increments.
- the motor withdraws the catheter or optical fiber a given length increment (10 mm, for example), irradiates the section of vein, then withdraws another increment, performs the next irradiation, and so on.
- An additional safety feature can be realized by the addition of the motor.
- the control unit can be programmed to stop withdrawal if the force required by the motor exceeds a given level, so that the treatment can be automatically stopped if a problem occurs. Additionally, an alarm or other audible or visual means is included to alert the user if there is a problem. Such a problem may include instances where the optical fiber sticks to coagulated tissue.
- the motor can be useful in instructing a newer user as to the proper withdrawal speed for a given treatment.
- the control unit can perform the treatment, after determining the correct withdrawal speed based on the desired power density and given radiation power, by using the motor to withdraw the optical fiber or catheter at the correct speed. A newer user can observe and learn the correct withdrawal speed where manual withdrawal is desirable for a later treatment.
- This embodiment which includes a drawing motor as described above, is particularly useful with the optical mouse embodiment.
- the optical mouse could serve as an additional safety feature by providing continuous measurements of speed and position to verify the correct position and that the motor is withdrawing at the correct speed.
- the control unit can use this feedback information to control the motor and maintain the desired power density.
- a preselected “power step ladder” could be programmed into the control device (such as 13, 10, 7, 5, and 3 Watt levels).
- the control unit would progress to each level as the treatment progresses or vary as the vein diameter significantly changes.
- the practitioner Prior to treatment, the practitioner would enter information such as the size of the vein at the distal starting point, the size of the vein at the proximal end of the vein, and the length of the vein to be treated.
- the control unit could then change the power output of the source based on the percentage of vein length that has been treated.
- This device could be used to treat all types of veins, including branches and reticular veins.
- the present invention controls radiation power based on preferred radiation dose information as entered into the control unit prior to treatment.
- the control device uses information provided from previous treatments to determine proper radiation doses.
- the control device learns from information received during treatments by experienced practitioners. For example, the measurement means and control unit is fitted onto an introducer handpiece, and information regarding the type of treatment, size and location of the vascular lumen, radiation parameters (such as wavelength), and diffuser or fiber type is entered into the control device. The practitioner then performs the treatment based on prior experience. The measurement means measures the speed of the fiber and the control unit determines the proper radiation dose, or “expert” condition, based on the treatment parameters. This information is then stored for future treatments. For later treatments, the treatment information is entered as before, and the control device monitors the treatment by either automatically adjusting the delivered power to maintain the proper dosage or by prompting the user to, for example, speed up or slow down withdrawal to permit the “expert” condition to prevail.
- control unit provides dose information to the user instead of automatically altering the delivered power to maintain a desired dosage.
- This information could, for example, be acoustical feedback, such as an alarm that goes off when the user is straying from a predetermined dose range, or a graphical display that the user could monitor. Either of these methods of providing information would be utilized by the user to adjust the speed of advance/withdrawal to maintain the radiation dose to within proper levels.
- the present invention is not limited to laser applications, but is also useful for other means of coagulating tissue.
- radio frequency sources can be used in a variety of applications to treat numerous areas of the body.
- ultrasonic sources may also be used with the present invention for coagulation of tissue.
- the principles described above in the context of laser therapy are equally applicable to the above therapeutic electromagnetic radiation sources.
- the present invention is likewise not limited to speed-dependant power regulation.
- measurement of the position of the irradiation means such as a fiber tip or diffuser can be taken to ensure that the proper area is being irradiated.
- the light blocking marks used for speed measurement above may also be used to measure the position of the irradiation means by calculating the length of an optical fiber that has been advanced through a vein or tissue.
- Other pre-treatment parameters include measurement of vein diameter, which is relayed to the control unit for calculation of emitted power to ensure proper power density.
- a means for measuring the temperature of tissue would be useful for determining whether a vein has been denatured/destroyed.
- a temperature-sensing means can be positioned on the distal end of an optical fiber to relay temperature measurements to the control unit. The control unit can compare the measurements with the known temperature required to destroy/denature the vein, and adjust power or pulse rate to achieve the temperature or avoid overheating the vein and damaging surrounding healthy tissue.
- optical fiber 101 is used to deliver radiation to vein 103 .
- Fiber 101 is optically coupled to tunable laser source 105 , and fed through handpiece 107 .
- Handpiece 107 in this embodiment, further consists of needle 109 and measurement device 111 .
- Fiber 101 is fed through handpiece 107 and through skin 113 into vein 103 by way of needle 109 .
- the system also includes control unit 115 , which is preferably a microprocessor or computer. Control unit 115 is connected to both measurement means 111 and source 105 .
- speed of movement information is sent from measurement means 111 to control unit 115 . This information is used to determine the desired power level based on treatment protocols entered into control unit 115 before treatment. If the emitted power is different than the desired power as calculated by control unit 115 , the power is adjusted to match the desired power.
- Fiber 101 contains a plurality of dark colored markings, or bars 117 .
- Light detector 119 which can be a light-sensitive diode, is positioned near fiber 101 , and light source 121 is positioned to shine low power light onto fiber 101 to be reflected and sensed by detector 119 .
- Light source 121 can be a lamp emitting white light or an LED.
- bars 117 alter the amount of light that is reflected and detected. These changes in the amount of reflected light, and the interval between such changes due to bars 117 , are relayed to control unit 115 for pullback speed determination.
- the measurement means consists of standard optical wireless mouse 301 which has transparent glass tube 303 affixed under optical sensor 305 .
- Catheter 307 which contains an optical fiber for transmitting radiation from a laser into a vein, extends from a treatment radiation source, is fed through glass tube 303 , and extends into the handpiece or other means for inserting the catheter or optical fiber into the vein.
- base plate 309 which is shaped to accommodate the mouse underside and glass tube 303 , is attached to the underside of mouse 301 and tube 303 .
- Base plate 309 allows the measurement means to be easily placed on a surface such as the surface of the patient's skin near the vein to be treated.
- the bottom of base plate 309 may be flat or shaped to conform to the surface upon which it rests.
- Catheter 307 can then be advanced or withdrawn through the vein while the measurement means is stationary, and optical mouse 301 can detect the movement and transmit position and movement information to a computer. Based on previously entered treatment parameters, the computer adjusts the power level of the laser to ensure consistent radiation dosage. Additionally, vein diameter can also be taken into account in determining proper radiation dose. The vein diameter upon insertion of catheter 307 into the vein is entered into the computer, and catheter 307 is advanced into the vein. At each desired position, the user clicks mouse 301 and enters the vein diameter at that position. The computer stores the vein diameter and position information at each entered position. Upon withdrawal, the computer calculates the power level at each position based upon the withdrawal speed of catheter 307 and the diameter of the vein at each position.
- Another advantage of the present invention is that the practitioner has greater control over the procedure while being able to ensure that consistent doses are applied.
- the practitioner has the option of speeding or slowing pullback for any reason, including possible discomfort of the patient, and may also discontinue irradiation at any time by halting the pullback completely.
- the present invention is ideally suited for use in conjunction with underskin or intralumenal therapeutic radiation devices, such as the underskin treatment device described in U.S. Pat. No. 6,200,332 by Del Giglio.
- the size of the optical fiber used will vary depending on the diameter of the vein to be treated.
- a 400-micron optical fiber is inserted into the vein.
- a 600-micron fiber is used for veins greater than 4 mm.
- the laser is set on continuous pulse mode with a working time of 0.3 seconds and an idle time of 0.3 seconds.
- the laser output power is varied depending upon vein size. For a vein less than 4 mm in diameter, 7-10 joules of power is needed; for veins greater than 4 mm in diameter, 12-15 joules are needed.
Abstract
A system and method for controllably releasing laser radiation in percutaneous laser treatment is disclosed. In a preferred embodiment, an optical fiber is inserted below the skin or into a vascular lumen to a predetermined point. The fiber is connected to a source of electromagnetic radiation such as a laser. Radiation is then delivered to the treatment site while the fiber is simultaneously drawn out to the entry point. The fiber is manually withdrawn at a predetermined rate and radiation is administered in a constant power or energy level. To maintain a constant proper energy density, the speed of withdrawal is measured and sent to a controlling mechanism. The controlling mechanism modifies the power emitted, pulse length or pulse rate to ensure that the vein or tissue receives a consistent dose of energy. In one preferred embodiment, an imaging device provides the controlling device with speed information based on fiber surface textural properties or based on a series of bar code like markings. In another embodiment, additional information is collected, such as vein diameter prior to treatment, position of the distal end of the fiber, and/or impact measurements such as vibration or temperature during treatment, and the controlling mechanism adjusts output power or pulse rate in response to measurements to maintain a desired power density.
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- 1. Field of the Invention
- The present invention relates to the field of underskin radiation therapy. More particularly, the invention relates to power regulated laser underskin or vein therapy.
- 2. Information Disclosure Statement
- Automatic power or wavelength control is known and is utilized in various forms in a variety of laser applications. Such known devices use a variety of parameters by which to control laser energy. It is often advantageous to provide means for regulating radiation parameters, such as power or pulse rate, to ensure a consistent application of radiation or to provide means for altering parameters in response to changing treatment conditions. Inability to properly regulate output power or pulse rate can compromise the safety of a radiation treatment by increasing the risk of perforation, scarring or skin color changes due to energy overdose. Without proper power regulation, the risk also exists of providing insufficient energy, thus insufficiently treating an area and producing the possibility for the need for additional treatments.
- Generally, a feedback mechanism is employed that feeds information regarding the treatment site to a controlling unit, which can then adjust the power, frequency or other characteristics of the laser to provide optimal effects. Such feedback information includes measurements of reflected beams, temperature of probes or fibers and temperature of treated or surrounding tissue. Some feedback systems are in place in order to provide constant unchanging radiation parameters, whereas others modify the delivered radiation to maximize therapeutic effect.
- For example, U.S. Pat. No. 6,074,382 discloses an apparatus for ablating epidermal tissue in cosmetic treatments comprising a beam controller and a detector for detecting at least one tissue characteristic (temperature, texture, elasticity, size and shape). The beam controller will alter the beam characteristics based on feedback provided by the detector as to the type of tissue detected. For example, the handpiece may detect color, and the controller may be programmed to only activate a laser over skin marks such as liver spots to avoid ablating healthy tissue. Another example features a second laser beam to relay tissue characteristics to the handpiece to determine whether the tissue should be ablated. This invention is limited to ablative skin resurfacing, and is primarily a scanning apparatus.
- Another patent that uses a tissue parameter as a criteria is U.S. Pat. No. 5,531,740, which externally irradiates malformed veins. A detector detects the different color of the veins to restrict radiation to the veins. Reflected light travels from the treatment area to the apparatus, which only allows emission of radiation when the beam is over an area with a predetermined color. This invention involves external scanning over a treatment area and turning the laser on and off to ensure that only veins are treated.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,231,568 describes a device and method for forming a channel in heart tissue using both mechanical and laser energy. A needle is used to penetrate the flesh, and a fiber extends further from the needle, followed by irradiation to vaporize tissue and form a channel in the tissue. A device sends position signals to a control apparatus, which indicates when the needle and/or fiber tip has traveled to a predetermined depth. Different energy delivery rates can be selected, but the delivery rate appears to be constant during treatment, and does not vary with position.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,135,996 by Kolesa et al. describes a controlled advancement laser ablation device to be used in performing transmyocardial revascularization (TMR) and angioplasty. In ablation procedures such as TMR, the rate of advancement of the laser fiber is very important yet difficult to control with hand advanced techniques.
- Kolesa provides a device for automatically controlling the rate of advancement. In this device, the rate of advancement is determined prior to treatment. Devices are also disclosed that limit the depth to which a fiber can travel. This invention is limited to ablation devices and provides a device that features a predetermined power level and advancement speed.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,176,854 discloses a device and method for underskin treatments utilizing a laser source and optical fiber for the treatment of a variety of skin conditions or for vein treatment. This method does not provide a method of insertion, and does not provide a way to automatically control the laser output depending on the position of the fiber tip. Additionally, power must be manually regulated.
- U.S. Pat. No. 4,846,171 describes an apparatus for advancing and retracting a fiber within a catheter lumen and for controlling energy transmission. The fiber is connected to a sliding mechanism that allows the practitioner to expose the fiber tip from the lumen after the lumen is properly located and thus avoids having to expose the fiber tip before treatment. Also described is a switching means to allow energy to be transmitted through the fiber. Featured is a means to prevent energy from traveling through the fiber if the distal end is beyond a certain preselected point to prevent accidental irradiation while the fiber is inside the lumen. This invention is a positionally dependent laser control, and does not contain means to automatically adjust radiation parameters.
- Devices exist for automatically controlling laser power that are dependent on temperature and are thus safety features to avoid over heating irradiated tissue. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 5,222,953 describes an interstitial tumor hyperthermia device for inducing coagulation in tissue. To avoid overheating the tissue, a thermocouple measures the heat of the tissue and prevents over-irradiation of the tissue. In a preferred embodiment, the fiber is withdrawn at a rate sufficient to maintain the temperature of the tissue within a certain predetermined range. A motor is connected with the thermocouple so that it will respond and pull the fiber faster if the temperature gets too high or slower if the temperature gets too low.
- U.S. Pat. No. 5,733,277 describes a device and method for ablating vascular or arterial material. The device consists of a laser source, an optical fiber, catheter, and a device for coupling and rotating the fiber. A computerized monitoring and guidance system calculates the desired movement of the fiber based on measurements of the obstructing material.
- A device and method is needed for radiation treatment that prevents under- or over-treatment of an area by effectively regulating the power output or pulse rate of a radiation delivery device based on a number of parameters without dependence on an operator. The present invention addresses this need.
- It is an object of the present invention to provide a device and method to improve therapeutic results of underskin laser therapy.
- It is another object of the present invention to provide a device and method to improve the accuracy of underskin laser treatments by removing human error from laser application.
- It is a further object of the present invention to provide a device and method that provides for automatic modification of laser power to insure more accurate treatment.
- It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a device and method for intraluminal vein treatment that ensures consistent vein irradiation during manual withdrawal of a fiber.
- It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a device and method that automatically adjusts radiation parameters in response to the speed of movement and/or position of a radiation delivery device.
- It is still another object of the present invention to provide a device and method that automatically adjusts radiation parameters in response to tissue characteristics and conditions.
- Briefly stated, the present invention discloses a system and method for controllably releasing radiation in percutaneous radiation treatment. In a preferred embodiment, a laser is coupled to an optical fiber that is inserted below the skin or into a vascular lumen to a predetermined point. The fiber is connected to a source of electromagnetic radiation such as a laser, non-coherent radiation source, high power laser diode, LED, and an ultrasonic source. Radiation is then delivered to the treatment site while the fiber is simultaneously drawn out to the entry point. The fiber is manually withdrawn at a predetermined rate and radiation is administered in a constant power or energy level. To maintain a constant proper energy density, the speed of withdrawal is measured and sent to a controlling mechanism. The controlling mechanism modifies the power emitted, pulse length or pulse rate to ensure that the vein or tissue receives a consistent dose of energy. In one preferred embodiment, an imaging device provides the controlling device with speed information based on fiber or catheter surface textural properties or based on a series of bar code like markings. In another preferred embodiment, additional information is collected, such as vein diameter prior to treatment, position of the distal end of the fiber, and/or impact measurements such as vibration or temperature during treatment, and the controlling mechanism adjusts output power or pulse rate in response to measurements to maintain a desired power density.
- The above, and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, (in which like reference numbers in different drawings designate the same elements.)
- FIG. 1—Illustration of system of the present invention.
- FIG. 2—Two-dimensional side view of an embodiment of measurement means.
- FIG. 3a—View of a preferred embodiment as assembled.
- FIG. 3b—View of unassembled preferred embodiment of FIG. 3a.
- The present invention provides an effective and reliable method and system for ensuring consistent dosage of laser or other treatment energy to a treatment site during, for example, radiation treatments such as vein treatment or underskin treatments such as wrinkle removal. In such procedures, it is important to deliver a clinically effective dose of energy to tissue without unnecessary damage. It is important to deliver a specific power density, in the case of lasers, or energy amount to tissue, and thus the present invention ensures that the required power density is delivered regardless of the practitioner and thus avoids human error.
- For example, the present invention is well suited for endoluminous laser treatments, where a treatment fiber is inserted into the vein or under the skin and laser radiation is emitted at a fixed power setting (for instance 10 W at 980 nm). During irradiation, the fiber is manually pulled out or withdrawn so as to irradiate the desired length of the vessel wall or treatment area. It is evident that the effect achieved will be dosage dependent, and therefore the delivered dosage is dependent on the speed of withdrawal of the fiber through the tissue or vein. Variations in the withdrawal speed may result in undesirable variations in the delivered power or power density and thus variations in the results obtained, such as charring, denaturation and hence imperfect treatment results. Inevitably, variations will occur when the fiber is withdrawn manually, and this is unavoidable as long as the withdrawal speed is controlled by humans. Many practitioners, however, still prefer to be able to manually control such delivery devices to preserve the tactile feel of the procedure and to be able to quickly respond to a patient's reactions. The present invention takes a novel approach by utilizing a device that monitors and changes output based on withdrawal speed rather than attempting to force a steady withdrawal speed.
- In a preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a means for measuring the speed of an irradiation means, such as the distal end of an optical fiber, of a radiation delivery device, and feeding that information back to a means to control the power emitted by a radiation source coupled to the delivery device and irradiation means. This system of feedback and control ensures that a consistent radiation dose is applied to all tissue along the withdrawal path of a fiber or other irradiation means connected to the radiation delivery device. For treatments that utilize pulsed radiation, the control unit can alternatively control the pulse rate or pulse length as a function of withdrawal speed. By feeding back the speed information to the laser system and controlling the output power as a function of the measured speed, improved treatment results can be expected. This measurement and feedback can for instance be achieved by encoding the fiber with barcode like markings along a given length of the fiber to be inserted. The movement of these markings past a chosen reference point can then be read by a measurement device to determine the speed of withdrawal.
- In another preferred embodiment, a handpiece or other hollow device is used that is connected to a delivery lumen, such as a needle, to introduce the fiber, catheter containing a fiber, or other radiation delivery device into a tissue or vascular structure. Means to measure the speed of pullback is preferably incorporated onto the handpiece or attached to it, but the measurement means may be incorporated into the system at any desired point along the fiber or catheter length. The optical fiber is optically coupled to a tunable power laser source. Means to control the laser power is coupled to both the measurement means and the laser source. As the fiber is pulled out of the tissue or vascular structure, the measurement means determines the speed of pullback, and sends this information to the control means. The means to control determines the proper emitted power based on preselected protocols, and adjusts the radiation power accordingly.
- The means to control may be attached to the radiation or energy source, or remotely connected. In a preferred embodiment, the means to control can be interchangeably connected to different radiation sources. It may preferably be a control unit such as a laptop or desktop computer. The measurement means can be any number of devices, included light-sensitive diodes, in conjunction with periodic markings on the fiber, catheter or other energy delivery device to measure the speed of movement of the fiber or delivery device by the interval between each marking as the delivery device passes through a measurement means. The interval between light blocking markings is sent to the control unit, which calculates the speed and adjusts the power to maintain a proper radiation dosage. This measurement and adjustment process occurs continually during the treatment process to ensure that slight variations in pullback speed are accounted and corrected for. Alternatively, the periodic markings described above may be highly reflective to the LED or other light source. The light sensitive diodes or other measurement means can then be used to measure the interval between markings by recording the interval between higher measured light intensities due to the reflective markings. The control unit then adjusts radiation or energy output based on the speed calculated from those intervals. The marking can be placed on any number of devices, including optical fibers and catheters of different sizes and lengths for delivering radiation or other energy for coagulation or therapy.
- Another embodiment of the measurement means is an optical speed and position measurement device through which the radiation delivery device, including an optical fiber or a catheter, can be advanced or withdrawn. In this embodiment, the measurement means consists of an illumination source such as an LED, an imaging device, image processing means, and means to relay speed or position information to the control device. The measurement means is preferably stationary. The measurement means may be incorporated into a handpiece such as described above. In a preferred embodiment, the measurement means is positioned around a transparent tube through which the radiation delivery device is advanced or withdrawn. The measurement means in practice operates similarly to an optical mouse often used with personal computers. The illumination source illuminates the surface of the delivery device and the imaging means takes a series of images of the surface. Based upon changes in the textural features of the delivery device surface, the measurement means determines the speed and direction of movement of the delivery device. From this information, and based on position information entered at the beginning of a procedure, the measurement means can also determine the position of the irradiation means such as a bare fiber tip or a diffuser. This information is continually relayed to the control unit which can then alter the radiation dose or provide the information to a user. Bar code like markings, as described above, can also be used in conjunction with this embodiment.
- A further embodiment of the present invention features the inclusion of a drawing motor in addition to the measurement means and control unit. In this embodiment, the control unit, based on speed and power information, controls both the speed of the withdrawal and the emitted power, to allow further control over the procedure. A drawing motor is included for automated withdrawal of the catheter or optical fiber, and is controlled by the control unit based on information from the measurement means. The motor can maintain the withdrawal at a constant speed, or vary withdrawal based on a number of parameters. An example of one parameter is vein diameter, wherein the radiation power is kept constant and the control unit varies the withdrawal speed as the vein diameter changes to maintain a constant power density. Other parameters include power emitted by the radiation source, wherein the control unit calculates and maintains the proper withdrawal speed to produce a given power density. The power density may be constant or may vary depending on the needs of the treatment or desires of the user. The user may also prefer to use a combination of varying withdrawal speed and radiation power, for example, to minimize treatment time. The motor may also be controlled to withdraw the catheter in user defined steps, if it is desirable to avoid irradiating the whole vein in one withdrawal step. In one example, the control unit directs the motor to withdraw the fiber in defined increments. The motor withdraws the catheter or optical fiber a given length increment (10 mm, for example), irradiates the section of vein, then withdraws another increment, performs the next irradiation, and so on.
- An additional safety feature can be realized by the addition of the motor. The control unit can be programmed to stop withdrawal if the force required by the motor exceeds a given level, so that the treatment can be automatically stopped if a problem occurs. Additionally, an alarm or other audible or visual means is included to alert the user if there is a problem. Such a problem may include instances where the optical fiber sticks to coagulated tissue. Also, the motor can be useful in instructing a newer user as to the proper withdrawal speed for a given treatment. The control unit can perform the treatment, after determining the correct withdrawal speed based on the desired power density and given radiation power, by using the motor to withdraw the optical fiber or catheter at the correct speed. A newer user can observe and learn the correct withdrawal speed where manual withdrawal is desirable for a later treatment.
- This embodiment, which includes a drawing motor as described above, is particularly useful with the optical mouse embodiment. The optical mouse could serve as an additional safety feature by providing continuous measurements of speed and position to verify the correct position and that the motor is withdrawing at the correct speed. The control unit can use this feedback information to control the motor and maintain the desired power density.
- In some applications of the present invention, there may be a desire to alter the parameters of the energy source based on position of the fiber, the type of blood vessel, or to provide a treatment in which the power changes based on the progression of the treatment. For example, a preselected “power step ladder” could be programmed into the control device (such as 13, 10, 7, 5, and 3 Watt levels). The control unit would progress to each level as the treatment progresses or vary as the vein diameter significantly changes. Prior to treatment, the practitioner would enter information such as the size of the vein at the distal starting point, the size of the vein at the proximal end of the vein, and the length of the vein to be treated. The control unit could then change the power output of the source based on the percentage of vein length that has been treated. This device could be used to treat all types of veins, including branches and reticular veins.
- As previously described, the present invention controls radiation power based on preferred radiation dose information as entered into the control unit prior to treatment. In another embodiment, the control device uses information provided from previous treatments to determine proper radiation doses. In a “learning mode”, the control device learns from information received during treatments by experienced practitioners. For example, the measurement means and control unit is fitted onto an introducer handpiece, and information regarding the type of treatment, size and location of the vascular lumen, radiation parameters (such as wavelength), and diffuser or fiber type is entered into the control device. The practitioner then performs the treatment based on prior experience. The measurement means measures the speed of the fiber and the control unit determines the proper radiation dose, or “expert” condition, based on the treatment parameters. This information is then stored for future treatments. For later treatments, the treatment information is entered as before, and the control device monitors the treatment by either automatically adjusting the delivered power to maintain the proper dosage or by prompting the user to, for example, speed up or slow down withdrawal to permit the “expert” condition to prevail.
- In an alternative embodiment, the control unit provides dose information to the user instead of automatically altering the delivered power to maintain a desired dosage. This information could, for example, be acoustical feedback, such as an alarm that goes off when the user is straying from a predetermined dose range, or a graphical display that the user could monitor. Either of these methods of providing information would be utilized by the user to adjust the speed of advance/withdrawal to maintain the radiation dose to within proper levels.
- The present invention is not limited to laser applications, but is also useful for other means of coagulating tissue. For example, radio frequency sources can be used in a variety of applications to treat numerous areas of the body. Also, ultrasonic sources may also be used with the present invention for coagulation of tissue. The principles described above in the context of laser therapy are equally applicable to the above therapeutic electromagnetic radiation sources.
- The present invention is likewise not limited to speed-dependant power regulation. There are a number of measurable parameters that can also be monitored either before or during treatment to insure that an effective dose of radiation is applied to a treatment area. Prior to activation of a radiation source, measurement of the position of the irradiation means such as a fiber tip or diffuser can be taken to ensure that the proper area is being irradiated. In a preferred embodiment, the light blocking marks used for speed measurement above may also be used to measure the position of the irradiation means by calculating the length of an optical fiber that has been advanced through a vein or tissue. Other pre-treatment parameters include measurement of vein diameter, which is relayed to the control unit for calculation of emitted power to ensure proper power density.
- During treatment, it is desirable to monitor the condition of the irradiated tissue by measuring the impact of the radiation on the tissue to prevent over-irradiation. Such impact measurements include the measurement of sound, vibrations, temperature and other conditions that would be relevant to determining whether the tissue has been desirably affected. For example, a means for measuring the temperature of tissue would be useful for determining whether a vein has been denatured/destroyed. A temperature-sensing means can be positioned on the distal end of an optical fiber to relay temperature measurements to the control unit. The control unit can compare the measurements with the known temperature required to destroy/denature the vein, and adjust power or pulse rate to achieve the temperature or avoid overheating the vein and damaging surrounding healthy tissue.
- A preferred embodiment of the system described in the present invention is illustrated in FIG. 1. In this example,
optical fiber 101 is used to deliver radiation tovein 103.Fiber 101 is optically coupled totunable laser source 105, and fed throughhandpiece 107.Handpiece 107, in this embodiment, further consists ofneedle 109 andmeasurement device 111.Fiber 101 is fed throughhandpiece 107 and throughskin 113 intovein 103 by way ofneedle 109. The system also includescontrol unit 115, which is preferably a microprocessor or computer.Control unit 115 is connected to both measurement means 111 andsource 105. Asfiber 101 is withdrawn by a practitioner, speed of movement information is sent from measurement means 111 to controlunit 115. This information is used to determine the desired power level based on treatment protocols entered intocontrol unit 115 before treatment. If the emitted power is different than the desired power as calculated bycontrol unit 115, the power is adjusted to match the desired power. - A preferred embodiment of measurement means111 is illustrated in FIG. 2.
Fiber 101 contains a plurality of dark colored markings, or bars 117.Light detector 119, which can be a light-sensitive diode, is positioned nearfiber 101, andlight source 121 is positioned to shine low power light ontofiber 101 to be reflected and sensed bydetector 119.Light source 121 can be a lamp emitting white light or an LED. Asfiber 101passes source 121 anddetector 119,bars 117 alter the amount of light that is reflected and detected. These changes in the amount of reflected light, and the interval between such changes due tobars 117, are relayed to controlunit 115 for pullback speed determination. - An other preferred embodiment of the system described in the present invention is illustrated in FIGS. 3a and 3 b and described as follows. The measurement means consists of standard
optical wireless mouse 301 which hastransparent glass tube 303 affixed underoptical sensor 305.Catheter 307, which contains an optical fiber for transmitting radiation from a laser into a vein, extends from a treatment radiation source, is fed throughglass tube 303, and extends into the handpiece or other means for inserting the catheter or optical fiber into the vein. Optionally,base plate 309, which is shaped to accommodate the mouse underside andglass tube 303, is attached to the underside ofmouse 301 andtube 303.Base plate 309 allows the measurement means to be easily placed on a surface such as the surface of the patient's skin near the vein to be treated. The bottom ofbase plate 309 may be flat or shaped to conform to the surface upon which it rests. -
Catheter 307 can then be advanced or withdrawn through the vein while the measurement means is stationary, andoptical mouse 301 can detect the movement and transmit position and movement information to a computer. Based on previously entered treatment parameters, the computer adjusts the power level of the laser to ensure consistent radiation dosage. Additionally, vein diameter can also be taken into account in determining proper radiation dose. The vein diameter upon insertion ofcatheter 307 into the vein is entered into the computer, andcatheter 307 is advanced into the vein. At each desired position, the user clicksmouse 301 and enters the vein diameter at that position. The computer stores the vein diameter and position information at each entered position. Upon withdrawal, the computer calculates the power level at each position based upon the withdrawal speed ofcatheter 307 and the diameter of the vein at each position. - Another advantage of the present invention is that the practitioner has greater control over the procedure while being able to ensure that consistent doses are applied. The practitioner has the option of speeding or slowing pullback for any reason, including possible discomfort of the patient, and may also discontinue irradiation at any time by halting the pullback completely.
- The present invention is ideally suited for use in conjunction with underskin or intralumenal therapeutic radiation devices, such as the underskin treatment device described in U.S. Pat. No. 6,200,332 by Del Giglio.
- The present invention is further illustrated by the following example, but is not limited thereby.
- In the treatment of varicose veins, the size of the optical fiber used will vary depending on the diameter of the vein to be treated. To treat veins up to 3 or 4 mm in size, a 400-micron optical fiber is inserted into the vein. For veins greater than 4 mm a 600-micron fiber is used.
- The laser is set on continuous pulse mode with a working time of 0.3 seconds and an idle time of 0.3 seconds. The laser output power is varied depending upon vein size. For a vein less than 4 mm in diameter, 7-10 joules of power is needed; for veins greater than 4 mm in diameter, 12-15 joules are needed.
- Prior to treatment, abnormal lengths of the vein are identified from prior examinations. Power requirements as described above and a preferred pull-out speed is determined. Local anesthetic is then applied along the marked line of treatment. Next, the course of the vein is detected and treated as follows: the optical fiber is inserted into the vein and the laser is set to single pulse mode. Laser power is then administered: a series of 10-15 flashes are sufficient to create a scar that closes off the vein. Next, the laser setting is changed to continuous pulse mode. The optical fiber is retracted and is free to flash the inside wall of the vein and its blood contents. The control unit measures the pull-out speed based on a series of markings along the length of the fiber, and adjusts the pulse rate based on the preferred pull-out speed. In this way, consistent power is administered and a continuous coagulation line is created inside the vein. The laser flash specially effects the blood by creating a micro bubble explosion destroying the vein, which, when healing will form a thin fibrosis later to be absorbed.
- Having described preferred embodiments of the invention with reference to the accompanying drawings, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the precise embodiments, and that various changes and modifications may be effected therein by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope or spirit of the invention as defined in the appended claims.
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1. A power regulated medical radiation treatment system for underskin treatments comprising:
a radiation source;
at least one radiation delivery system coupled to said radiation source, and comprising means to irradiate an underskin treatment area at said delivery system's distal end;
means to introduce said delivery system's distal end under a patient's skin
means to measure speed of movement and/or position of said irradiation means relative to said underskin treatment area; and
means to control a parameter of radiation emitted by said source as a function of said speed of movement and/or position of said irradiation means.
2. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 1 , wherein said radiation source is selected from a group consisting of a laser source, a high power lamp, a laser diode, a light-emitting diode, and a diode array.
3. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 1 , wherein said radiation delivery system is selected from the group consisting of an optical fiber and a catheter system containing an optical fiber.
4. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 1 , wherein said means to irradiate said treatment area is selected from a group consisting of a bare fiber tip, a shaped fiber tip, and a diffuser.
5. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 1 , wherein said parameter of said radiation is selected from the group consisting of power level, pulse length and pulse rate.
6. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 3 , wherein said measurement means comprises periodic marks on an exterior surface of said optical fiber.
7. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 3 , wherein said measurement means comprises:
a source of measurement radiation;
means to capture sequential images of a surface of said radiation delivery system;
means to determine speed and direction of said irradiation means based on changes in said surface of said irradiation means; and
wherein said means to determine speed and direction is stationary, being connected to a proximal end of said means to introduce said optical fiber under a patient's skin.
8. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 7 , wherein said source of measurement radiation is a light emitting diode.
9. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 7 , further comprising a motor for controlled withdrawal of said radiation delivery system, wherein said motor is operated by said control means.
10. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 6 , wherein said measurement means further comprises a light source and a light detector.
11. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 10 , wherein said control means is connected to said measurement means to receive information from said measurement means, convert said information into a speed value, and alter radiation power from said source based upon preselected parameters to obtain a desired power density.
12. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 1 , further comprising means to measure a position of said irradiation means and means to prevent irradiation if said position is different from a preselected treatment position.
13. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 1 , further comprising means to measure an impact of said radiation on said treatment area, wherein said control means can alter said power according to measured impact.
14. The power regulated medical radiation treatment system according to claim 13 , wherein said impact measurements are selected from the group consisting of measurements of sound, measurements of vibrations, and measurements of temperature.
15. A power regulated medical vein treatment system comprising:
a radiation source;
at least one optical fiber optically connected to said radiation source;
means to measure speed of movement of said optical fiber inside said vein and to control power of said radiation source being received by said optical fiber as a function of said measured speed of movement.
16. The power regulated medical vein treatment system according to claim 15 , further comprising means to measure a position of said fiber's distal end inside said vein and means to prevent irradiation of said vein where said measured position differs from predetermined treatment position.
17. The power regulated medical vein treatment system according to claim 15 , further comprising means to measure a diameter of said vein along a length of said vein and means to alter said radiation to achieve a desired power density based on said measured diameter.
18. A power regulated medical vein treatment system comprising:
a radiation source;
at least one optical fiber optically connected to said source;
means to measure an impact of an irradiation treatment using said optical fiber inside said vein and to control power of said radiation source being received by said optical fiber as a function of said impact measurement.
19. The power regulated medical vein treatment system according to claim 18 , wherein said impact is selected from a group consisting of vibration, sound and temperature.
20. The method for medical radiation treatment utilizing the system of claim 1 , comprising the steps of:
a. preselecting proper treatment parameters;
b. inserting a radiation delivery device to a predetermined position within a chosen vein;
c. activating said radiation source;
d. manually withdrawing said radiation delivery system; and
e. automatically adjusting power based on speed of withdrawal to ensure consistent treatment.
21. The method according to claim 20 , wherein said treatment parameters are selected from the group consisting of power, pulse rate, and a combination of both power and pulse rate.
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