This startup develops a medical device for non-invasive labor dynamics assessment. The biodegradable device measures uterine contractions and fetal heart rate without cervical contact, offering a safe and comfortable experience for patients during labor.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
During labor, frequent cervical exams are needed to assess labor progress, but these manual exams carry a risk of infection, especially after membrane rupture, and can cause discomfort for the mother. Current methods also rely on subjective assessments, potentially leading to inconsistent or inaccurate evaluations of cervical dilation and effacement.
Solution
Lidavex is developing a minimally invasive device for real-time monitoring of labor progress, designed to enhance safety and comfort for both mothers and babies. The device aims to provide accurate, objective measurements of cervical dilation, effacement, and tissue softness without contacting the cervix, reducing the risk of infection and minimizing discomfort. By providing real-time data, the device enables informed decision-making, better communication between patients and healthcare providers, and the potential for at-home monitoring to reduce unnecessary hospital visits. The goal is to empower mothers with more control over their childbirth experience while streamlining workflows for healthcare providers.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes OB/GYN healthcare providers seeking to enhance patient safety and streamline workflows, as well as expecting mothers who desire a more comfortable, informed, and empowered childbirth experience.
Features
- Minimally invasive design that avoids cervical contact, reducing infection risk
- Real-time, objective measurements of cervical dilation, effacement, and tissue softness
- Potential for at-home monitoring, reducing unnecessary hospital visits
- Data sharing capabilities to facilitate communication between patients and healthcare teams
- Streamlined workflow for healthcare providers with quick and easy assessments