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PleurAlert: an augmented chest drainage system with electronic sensing, automated alerts and internet connectivity
Cory E Leeson1, Robert A Weaver, Taylor Bissell
1Simulation and Medical Technology R&D Center, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA. jts35@pitt.edu
Abstract:
We have enhanced a common medical device, the chest tube drainage container, with electronic sensing of fluid volume, automated detection of critical alarm conditions and the ability to automatically send alert text messages to a nurse's cell phone. The PleurAlert system provides a simple touch-screen interface and can graphically display chest tube output over time. Our design augments a device whose basic function dates back 50 years by adding technology to automate and optimize a monitoring process that can be time consuming and inconvenient for nurses. The system may also enhance detection of emergency conditions and speed response time.
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