The startup has developed a fetal monitoring device that integrates a fetal heart monitor, a uterine contraction monitor, and a tablet with a built-in speaker, enabling remote tracking of maternal and fetal conditions. This technology assists healthcare providers in managing critical delivery situations by providing real-time data access, even from distant locations.
Funding
$4.9M 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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Product
Problem
Conventional fetal monitoring systems often require bulky equipment and restrict the mobility of expectant mothers, potentially causing discomfort and limiting accessibility in various clinical settings or remote locations. The reliance on wired connections can also pose logistical challenges and increase the risk of cable deterioration.
Solution
Melody International's iCTG is a compact, wireless fetal monitoring solution designed to enhance the flexibility and convenience of maternal and fetal health assessments. The system comprises two lightweight transducers—one for fetal heart rate monitoring and another for uterine contraction monitoring—that communicate wirelessly with a standard tablet or smartphone. This design allows for continuous monitoring without restricting the mother's movement, enabling use in diverse settings from hospitals to home environments. Data is transmitted in real-time to clinicians, facilitating timely analysis and intervention, while integrated speakers on the transducers also function as a fetal Doppler to aid in locating the fetal heart rate.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes obstetricians, gynecologists, and other healthcare providers in hospitals, clinics, and remote care settings, as well as expectant mothers requiring continuous or frequent fetal monitoring.
Features
- Wireless transducers for fetal heart rate and uterine contraction monitoring, each comparable in weight to a smartphone
- Tablet-based display compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows devices for real-time CTG graph visualization
- Integrated Doppler functionality with a built-in speaker on the heart rate transducer for easy fetal heart location
- Real-time data transmission via internet/Wi-Fi to remote devices for continuous monitoring by healthcare providers
- Data storage on secure servers (in-hospital or cloud-based) with options for long-term data retention
- Battery life of up to 10 hours on a full charge, supporting extended monitoring periods
- IPX4 water drop proof rating for easy cleaning and maintenance of transducers
- Compliant with medical device standards, including ISO 13485 certification and PMDA approval in Japan