The startup manufactures an epidural catheter kit that utilizes optical fiber sensor technology to provide real-time detection of the epidural space and monitor catheter positioning. This technology enhances the accuracy of the standard loss of resistance technique, reducing the risk of procedural failures for anesthesiologists.
Funding
$650K 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
The current "loss of resistance" technique for epidural anesthesia relies on subjective feedback, leading to potential inaccuracies in needle and catheter placement. This can result in procedural failures, increased patient discomfort, and longer hospital stays.
Solution
Often Medical's Guido kit enhances the precision and safety of epidural anesthesia through real-time monitoring of tissue pressure. The kit utilizes optical fiber sensors integrated into the epidural needle and catheter to provide anesthesiologists with objective, data-driven feedback during the procedure. By detecting pressure changes at the needle tip, Guido helps guide the needle to the epidural space. During catheter insertion, the system monitors for potential kinking, a common cause of epidural failure. This real-time monitoring capability enables safer and more effective epidural procedures, potentially reducing the risk of complications and improving patient outcomes.
Target Audience
The primary users are anesthesiologists seeking to improve the accuracy and safety of epidural procedures.
Features
- Integrated optical fiber sensors for real-time tissue pressure measurement
- Needle guidance to assist in locating the epidural space
- Catheter monitoring to detect kinking during insertion
- Compatibility with the standard "loss of resistance" technique
- Plug & play device for immediate use by anesthesiologists