EPlacement

Need

Precision in electrode positioning is crucial for optimizing diagnosis and treatment in tests such as evoked potentials, direct stimulation, operative monitoring, and transcranial magnetic therapy. EPlacement (Electrode Placement) aims to solve the problem of imprecise electrode placement in clinical neurophysiological tests. Currently, clinical practice uses a measuring tape and mental calculations to determine cranial points, based on the international 10:20 system, near the target brain cortex where electrodes should be placed. This practice leads to human errors as it is sometimes performed in a stressful environment, especially in high-care situations in an intensive care unit or operating room. Small errors in electrode position can significantly affect the quality of bioelectric signals, the accuracy of electromagnetic treatment, and test standardization.

Solution

EPlacement’s proposed solution is an innovative device that seeks to revolutionize electrode placement in neurophysiological, diagnostic, and therapeutic tests. The solution is primarily aimed at healthcare professionals, such as clinical neurophysiologists, neurologists, nurses, neonatologists, and other doctors involved in tests requiring electrode placement on the scalp. EPlacement uses tactile sensors and a flexible LED strip to measure the distance between specific anatomical points and guide precise electrode placement, avoiding errors and improving the efficiency of the clinical process.

This device offers several significant benefits. Firstly, it improves accuracy and efficiency in the electrode placement process by eliminating errors associated with conventional methods based on manual calculations. This leads to more accurate and reliable results in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions. Additionally, EPlacement reduces the workload of clinical staff by providing step-by-step guidance for marking anatomical points, which would improve the quality of care and facilitate daily work in clinical settings. The solution also optimizes and standardizes clinical processes, as its use aims to simplify and streamline electrode placement, saving time and resources in performing neurophysiological tests. Ultimately, EPlacement would contribute to a better quality of life for patients by providing more accurate results in neurological studies, facilitating early and precise diagnosis of brain conditions, as well as more appropriate and effective treatment.

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