Egg Medical develops the EggNest, a passive radiation protection system that reduces scatter radiation exposure by over 99% during fluoroscopic procedures. This technology enhances safety for healthcare workers in interventional labs, addressing the significant occupational risks associated with ionizing radiation.
Funding
$3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Healthcare workers in interventional labs face significant occupational risks from ionizing radiation exposure during fluoroscopic procedures. Scatter radiation poses threats such as skin lesions, orthopedic illness, and long-term risks including cataracts, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. Current protective measures may not provide adequate protection for all staff members without disrupting workflow.
Solution
Egg Medical develops the EggNest, a comprehensive radiation protection system designed to minimize scatter radiation exposure in interventional labs. The EggNest system integrates into existing workflows and provides a physical barrier that reduces radiation exposure by over 99% for those positioned behind the shield. By creating a protected environment, the EggNest aims to safeguard all healthcare workers from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation, ensuring a safer working environment during fluoroscopy-guided procedures. The system is designed to protect the physician and the entire staff without impacting procedural flexibility.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals working in interventional labs, cardiac catheterization labs, and surgical suites where fluoroscopy is routinely used.
Features
- Passive radiation protection system that reduces scatter radiation exposure by over 99% when paired with the EggNest Protect base.
- Comprehensive design integrated into the modern interventional lab workflow.
- EggNest Complete shield provides enhanced protection for personnel behind the shield.
- Designed for use in any procedure involving fluoroscopy.
- Available in two base platform models: EggNest Protect and EggNest XR.