PhoMedics develops the CHAMP Microscope™, which utilizes UV-laser imaging to generate high-resolution histological images of freshly excised thick tissue samples without the need for sectioning or chemical staining. This technology provides surgeons with immediate pathological information, reducing the necessity for secondary cancer surgeries and improving patient outcomes.
Funding
$30K 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
Current methods for generating histological images from tissue samples require sectioning and chemical staining, which are time-consuming and can alter the tissue's integrity. This delay in obtaining pathological information can lead to the need for secondary cancer surgeries and negatively impact patient outcomes.
Solution
PhoMedics' CHAMP Microscope™ addresses this issue by using UV-laser imaging to rapidly generate high-resolution histological images of freshly excised, thick tissue samples without the need for sectioning or chemical staining. The microscope utilizes specific UV wavelengths to create contrast between cell nuclei and cytoplasm, enabling visualization of individual cells. The Deep-CHAMP™ algorithm virtually stains grayscale CHAMP images into accurate histological images, simulating traditional H&E staining, allowing pathologists to interpret and diagnose patients without additional training. This on-site imaging solution provides medical doctors with immediate pathological information regarding the surgical margin, cancer type, and malignancy.
Target Audience
The primary users are surgeons and pathologists who require rapid, high-resolution histological images during cancer surgeries.
Features
- Generates high-resolution cellular images from unprocessed tissue specimens in 3-5 minutes.
- Employs UV-laser induced autofluorescence to visualize cells without tissue slicing or chemical staining.
- Deep-CHAMP™ algorithm virtually stains grayscale images to simulate H&E stained images.
- Simplistic design for enhanced usability in clinical settings.
- Non-toxic and non-destructive imaging preserves tissue integrity for downstream pathological examination.
- Integrates into existing clinical workflows for rapid intraoperative pathological analysis.