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[Implantable patient chip]

M R Bedrich1

  • 1Unternehmensberatung Gesundheitswesen/Telemedizin, Dresden.

Biomedizinische Technik. Biomedical Engineering
|November 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

A new microelectronic chip can be implanted under the skin to store personal emergency data. This tiny, biocompatible memory chip utilizes advanced microelectronics for immediate access to critical health information.

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Area of Science:

  • Microelectronics
  • Biocompatible materials
  • Implantable devices

Context:

  • Rapid advancements in microelectronics, particularly in chip card controller integrated circuits (ICs).
  • Previous limitations in miniaturization and biocompatibility hindered the development of implantable electronic memory.
  • The feasibility of implementing previously theoretical applications in microelectronics.

Purpose:

  • To describe a novel technical possibility for continuously available personal emergency data.
  • To explore the practical implementation of implantable memory modules for critical information storage.
  • To present a viable solution for subcutaneous electronic circuitry.

Summary:

  • Subcutaneous implantation of a personal memory chip (approximately 5x5x1 mm3) is now feasible due to microelectronic advancements.
  • The chip utilizes microelectronic structures measuring less than 5 microns, manufactured routinely.
  • The memory chip is housed in biotolerable packaging for safe implantation.

Impact:

  • Enables constant availability of personal emergency data, improving medical response.
  • Paves the way for future applications like continuous heart rate monitoring using similar technology.
  • Represents a significant step towards integrating advanced electronics with personal health management.

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