Innovation in Medical Technology Driven by Advances in Aerospace

The International Space Medicine Summit II sought to identify mature data with significant clinical implications for Terrestrial populations. This work aims at identifying space medical technology which has been translated for use by private costumers, those in remote locations on Earth and areas affected by natural disasters.

Following PRISMA Guidelines, we sought to review the published literature and NASA technical resources (from 2012 to 2017). Search terms used included "Medical AND Technology AND Diagnosis AND Monitor".

23 applications were identified of medical technology arisen from the Space industry. Of these, 5 were treatment based; 6 diagnostic; 10 medical measurement devices.

The Aerospace industry has provided a significant transfer in knowledge and technology which can improve our management of patients on Earth.

Highlighting the use and benefits of Aerospace medical research for terrestrial medical care.