The startup manufactures high-flow nasal cannula oxygen therapy devices designed for spontaneously breathing hypoxic patients, providing targeted respiratory support. This technology enhances patient outcomes by delivering precise oxygen concentrations, enabling cost-effective treatment options that improve health and longevity.
Funding
$980K 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.
Founders
Product
Problem
Hypoxic patients with spontaneous breathing often require respiratory support to maintain adequate oxygenation. Traditional oxygen therapy may not always be sufficient, and more advanced interventions might be necessary.
Solution
Heka Medicals provides the HekaFlo HM-P-500, a high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) oxygen therapy device designed to deliver humidified and heated oxygen at flow rates up to 60 LPM. This system supports spontaneously breathing hypoxic patients, including those with post-COVID complications or respiratory failure. The HekaFlo system features an electronic air-O2 blender to precisely control FiO2, a humidifier to saturate the gas mixture, and different modes for adult and pediatric patients. Integrated pulse oximetry and remote monitoring capabilities enhance patient care and allow for real-time analysis of patient data.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes hospitals, intensive care units, and respiratory therapists treating spontaneously breathing hypoxic patients, including adults and children with respiratory failure or post-COVID complications.
Features
- Generates gas flow rates up to 60 L/min
- Electronic air-O2 blender achieves escalation of FiO2 from 21% to 100%
- Humidifier saturates the gas mixture at temperatures between 31°C and 37°C
- 4.3-inch TFT touch screen for quick operation
- Integrated pulse oximeter for SpO2 and pulse rate monitoring
- Adult and Pediatric modes with pre-defined flow rate ranges
- Built-in flow meter and ROX index calculator
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for wireless data transmission
- IoT enabled for remote patient monitoring via web dashboard and native iOS/Android apps
- AI-driven reports and charts for patient condition evaluation
- System alerts to ensure patient safety
- Ultra-quiet blower and soft, comfortable nasal cannula