18611953. NEONATAL PNEUMOTHORAX DECOMPRESSION DEVICE simplified abstract (REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA)

NEONATAL PNEUMOTHORAX DECOMPRESSION DEVICE

Organization Name

REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

Inventor(s)

Jonathan Strutt of Minneapolis MN (US)

Kari Roberts of Minneapolis MN (US)

Clay Ansley of Minneapolis MN (US)

Kyle Johnson of Minneapolis MN (US)

Sam Keller of Minneapolis MN (US)

Christina Letness of Minneapolis MN (US)

Matthew Mccollor of Minneapolis MN (US)

NEONATAL PNEUMOTHORAX DECOMPRESSION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18611953 titled 'NEONATAL PNEUMOTHORAX DECOMPRESSION DEVICE

The abstract describes a neonatal pneumothorax decompression device that includes a needle stabilizer, a pressure indicator, and a fluid evacuation pump. The needle stabilizer helps insert the needle into the subject's pleural cavity and holds it at an adjustable length. The pressure indicator displays the pressure within the pleural cavity, while the fluid evacuation pump removes air or fluid through the needle.

• Needle stabilizer facilitates needle insertion and holds it at adjustable length
• Pressure indicator displays pressure within the pleural cavity
• Fluid evacuation pump removes air or fluid through the needle
• Components are coupled for efficient operation
• Designed for neonatal pneumothorax decompression

Potential Applications: - Neonatal intensive care units - Emergency medical services - Pediatric hospitals

Problems Solved: - Facilitates quick and safe decompression of neonatal pneumothorax - Provides real-time pressure monitoring - Enables efficient fluid evacuation

Benefits: - Improved neonatal care - Enhanced safety during procedures - Real-time monitoring for better outcomes

Commercial Applications: Title: Neonatal Pneumothorax Decompression Device: Commercial Uses and Market Implications - Medical device companies - Hospitals and healthcare facilities - Neonatal care providers

Questions about Neonatal Pneumothorax Decompression Device: 1. How does the needle stabilizer contribute to the device's effectiveness? 2. What are the potential implications of real-time pressure monitoring in neonatal care?

Frequently Updated Research: - Stay updated on advancements in neonatal care and medical device technology for potential improvements in the device design and functionality.

Original Abstract Submitted

A neonatal pneumothorax decompression device is disclosed. The device comprises a needle stabilizer, a pressure indicator, and a fluid evacuation pump. The needle stabilizer is configured to facilitate insertion of the needle into a subject's pleural cavity and to hold a needle at an adjustable length. The pressure indicator is coupled to the proximal end of the needle stabilizer and is configured to visibly display pressure within the subject's pleural cavity. The fluid evacuation pump is configured to be actuated by a user to evacuate air or fluid from the subject's pleural cavity through the needle. The fluid evacuation pump is proximally coupled to the pressure indicator and the needle stabilizer.