A patch that continuously monitors recovery from tissue transfer surgery
Official title: Wearable, Wireless Deep-tissue Sensing Patch for Continuous Monitoring of Recovery from Microsurgical Tissue Transfer
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-11109739 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new, easy-to-wear patch that helps track how well your tissue is healing after surgery by checking important things like blood flow and oxygen levels, so you can get quick help if any problems come up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $335,827 |
| NIH project number | 5R01EB034332-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11109739 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients scheduled to undergo microsurgical tissue transfer procedures.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing microsurgical tissue transfer or those with contraindications for wearable devices may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a wearable, wireless patch designed to monitor the recovery process after microsurgical tissue transfer. By utilizing advanced electronic sensors, the patch aims to provide real-time data on the physiological conditions of the tissue, such as blood flow and oxygenation levels. This continuous monitoring could help detect complications early, allowing for timely interventions and reducing the risk of tissue failure. The approach seeks to move beyond traditional monitoring methods, which can be subjective and delayed.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve recovery outcomes for patients undergoing tissue transfer surgeries by enabling proactive management of potential complications.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research in wearable biosensors has shown promise in other medical applications, suggesting potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bai, Wubin — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Bai, Wubin
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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.