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Development of a biocompatible silicone strip with embedded Hall-effect sensors to allow continuous monitoring of hemodynamic parameters
In this study different concepts of silicone strips with embedded magnetic sensors will be explored. The sensos will be evaluated with in-vitro and ex-vivo experiments. The aim of the project is enable continuous measuring of hemodynamic parameters by monitoring the arterial wall displacement
Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) constitute mechanical blood pumps that have been established as an alternative treatment strategy for patients with end-stage heart failure. The technological advancements of ventricular assist devices over the last decades have resulted in an increased number of VADs being employed as destination therapy. Despite their evolution, they still lack physiological adaptation to the patient’s perfusion needs, which results in various adverse events and low possibilities for heart recovery.
To pave the way for VAD control, novel sensors that provide the necessary information to the controller are prerequisites.In this study different concepts of silicone strips with embedded magnetic sensors will be explored. The aim of the project is to enable continuous measuring of hemodynamic parameters, such as the arterial pressure and the cardiac output, by monitoring the arterial wall displacement.
Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) constitute mechanical blood pumps that have been established as an alternative treatment strategy for patients with end-stage heart failure. The technological advancements of ventricular assist devices over the last decades have resulted in an increased number of VADs being employed as destination therapy. Despite their evolution, they still lack physiological adaptation to the patient’s perfusion needs, which results in various adverse events and low possibilities for heart recovery.
To pave the way for VAD control, novel sensors that provide the necessary information to the controller are prerequisites.In this study different concepts of silicone strips with embedded magnetic sensors will be explored. The aim of the project is to enable continuous measuring of hemodynamic parameters, such as the arterial pressure and the cardiac output, by monitoring the arterial wall displacement.
- Literature research on human’s circulation system and sensor technology
- Definition of sensor requirements for monitoring arterial displacement
- Designing and prototyping a novel sensor configuration
- Confirmation of sensor's capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods
- Performance evaluation of the developed silicone strip with in-vitro and ex-vivo experiments
- Literature research on human’s circulation system and sensor technology
- Definition of sensor requirements for monitoring arterial displacement
- Designing and prototyping a novel sensor configuration
- Confirmation of sensor's capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods
- Performance evaluation of the developed silicone strip with in-vitro and ex-vivo experiments
- Interest in biomedical engineering disciplines - Abillities to brainstorm new concepts to solve a real problem - Willingness to develop and evaluate novel prototypes - Ability to work independently and in a structured way - Basic knowledge in electronics
Success in product development depends heavily on the competence and skills of teams and individuals. This is why we dedicate our research to create knowledge that enables the value-adding use of new technologies - and to make this knowledge tangible and teachable. Industrial and clinical needs are the driving forces for our interdisciplinary research. Our work is distinguished by a variety of methods, ranging from simulation to validation of real applications. Our research changes the way we develop products, and our expertise changes the way we create sustainable value.
Success in product development depends heavily on the competence and skills of teams and individuals. This is why we dedicate our research to create knowledge that enables the value-adding use of new technologies - and to make this knowledge tangible and teachable. Industrial and clinical needs are the driving forces for our interdisciplinary research. Our work is distinguished by a variety of methods, ranging from simulation to validation of real applications. Our research changes the way we develop products, and our expertise changes the way we create sustainable value.
Interdisciplinary research in biomedical engineering
Be a member of the ZurichHeart research group
Gain experience in product development
**Magkoutas Konstantinos**
**magkoutk@ethz.ch**
pd|z Product Development Group
CLA G 17.2
Tannenstrasse 3, 8092 Zürich