Real-Time Monitoring for Anastomotic Leaks with WHISPER, by Medsix
Problem
In the United States, over 10M surgeries annually require a drain to be installed to collect and dispose of excess fluids as the body heals.
The color and volume of drain output is eyeballed for complications such as leaks, excessive bleeding, blockages and infection. There are delays in detecting complications leading to longer lengths of stay, increased costs and higher mortality.
In the case of anastomotic leaks alone, there is currently 2-3 day delay in detecting a leak, $45k increase in costs and 12% mortality rate.
Solution
In the United States, over 10M surgeries annually require a drain to be installed to collect and dispose of excess fluids as the body heals.
The color and volume of drain output is eyeballed for complications such as leaks, excessive bleeding, blockages and infection. There are delays in detecting complications leading to longer lengths of stay, increased costs and higher mortality.
In the case of anastomotic leaks alone, there is currently 2-3 day delay in detecting a leak, $45k increase in costs and 12% mortality rate.
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