Endotracheal intubation device with real-time haptic feedback

Unmet Need: Real-time feedback for endotracheal intubations

Endotracheal intubation (EI) is a commonplace medical procedure that utilizes a laryngoscope to guide the placement of a tube within the windpipe of a patient. However, it can be difficult for trainees and practitioners to tell when the tube is correctly placed, and undertrained medical staff have high rates of incorrect laryngoscope usage, which creates risk of patient injury. As such, there is a critical need for a feedback system during training and performance of EI in order to improve the safety of this medical procedure.

The Technology: Smart laryngoscope to accurately guide endotracheal tube placement

This technology provides a haptic-based training tool for EI in the form of a laryngoscope blade with a multitude of integrated pressure sensors and a monitor for real-time force profile feedback. This technology allows medical trainees to quantitatively compare their EI technique to that of established professionals. Furthermore, the data generated by this device can be analyzed to better understand the optimal EI technique across a heterogenous patient population, with potential applications in self-guiding laryngoscopes.

Applications:

Training platform for healthcare professionals
System and device for bedside intubation
Platform to facilitate intubation in remote or off-site settings

Advantages:

Provides real-time feedback
Improves intubation accuracy
Reduces complications and risks associated with intubation
Enhances ability of inexperienced intubators

Lead Inventor:

Amy Dee Wu Peter Yim, M.D.

Patent Information:

Patent Pending

Tech Ventures Reference:

CU20147, CU20148
Licensing Contact: Sara Gusik