A new way to measure urinary flow at home or in the office
Digital Uroflowmetry for Office and Home
This study is testing a new, easy-to-use device that lets people check their urinary flow at home using their smartphone, making it simpler and more convenient for anyone who needs to monitor their urinary health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Urogenie LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richboro, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10930136 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving uroflowmetry, a common test used to assess urinary function, by developing a digital system that allows patients to measure their urinary flow rates in the comfort of their own homes or offices. The new approach aims to simplify the process by using a device that connects to a smartphone, enabling real-time data collection and integration into electronic medical records. This innovation seeks to reduce the burden of traditional testing methods, making it more accessible and efficient for patients and healthcare providers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms, both children and adults.
Not a fit: Patients with severe urinary tract conditions requiring immediate medical intervention may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with a more convenient and less invasive way to monitor their urinary health.
How similar studies have performed: Similar innovations in home monitoring for other medical conditions have shown promise, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Richboro, United States
- Urogenie LLC — Richboro, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fedorovsky, Roman — Urogenie LLC
- Study coordinator: Fedorovsky, Roman
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.