Wearable device to monitor blood pressure after surgery
Wearable alert system for detecting postoperative hypotension
This study is testing a comfortable wearable device that keeps an eye on your blood pressure after surgery, helping to quickly alert caregivers if it drops too low, so you can stay safe and recover better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vena Vitals, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10760370 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a wearable alert system that continuously monitors blood pressure in patients after surgery. The device aims to detect low blood pressure events, known as postoperative hypotension, which can lead to serious complications if not addressed promptly. By providing real-time alerts to caregivers, the system seeks to improve patient safety and outcomes during the critical recovery period. The approach involves non-invasive monitoring, making it comfortable and easy for patients to wear.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients recovering from surgical procedures who are at risk for postoperative hypotension.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing surgery or those with stable blood pressure conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of serious complications related to low blood pressure after surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that continuous monitoring technologies can effectively improve patient outcomes, suggesting a promising avenue for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Irvine, United States
- Vena Vitals, INC. — Irvine, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kim, Joshua — Vena Vitals, INC.
- Study coordinator: Kim, Joshua
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.