Objective

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To discuss the development status of meridian diagnosis technology through the patent analysis

so as to obtain the hot spots of patents and provide the ideas for the research and development of new equipment.

Methods

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The patent data of meridian diagnosis technology were searched from Chinese Think Tank of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The patent analysis and SWOT method were used to deeply explore the patent application of meridian diagnosis technology.

Results

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Among 100 patents included

the inventions were mainly in Chinese mainland

and the invention institution was from Chengdu University of TCM. Since 2015

the number of patent application for meridian diagnosis technology was increasing

and up to a peak from 2020 to 2021. The main technological programs cover electrical

temperature and optical detection; and the application functions focus on the precise positioning of acupoints

and the diagnosis of

zangfu

diseases.

Conclusion

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From the perspective of patents

it is suggested that the development of meridian diagnosis technology in China should pay attention to reducing the cost

improving the function

driving the standard formulation

strengthening safety measure

deepening human-machine interaction

exploring biological effect and optimizing the experimental platform. Through continuous innovation and breakthrough

the meridian diagnosis technology can be further matured and widely applied

so as to realize its comprehensive upgrade.