Ultrasonic Tourniquets for Surgical Applications: Initial Development and Feasability

Authors

  • Michael Gebert Western Clinical Engineering
  • M. Jameson Western Clinical Engineering
  • W. Cheung Western Clinical Engineering
  • J. McEwen Western Clinical Engineering

Abstract

A proof-of-concept ultrasonic tourniquet system for surgical applications has been successfully developed and initially evaluated. By adapting conventional ultrasound techniques to monitor the distance of arterial blood penetration beneath a tourniquet cuff, arterial occlusion can be maintained safely and effectively for the duration of an operation at the minimum pressure required, thereby achieving optimal patient safety for individual surgical patients.

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Published

2010-06-15

How to Cite

[1]
M. Gebert, M. Jameson, W. Cheung, and J. McEwen, “Ultrasonic Tourniquets for Surgical Applications: Initial Development and Feasability”, CMBES Proc., vol. 33, no. 1, Jun. 2010.

Issue

Vol. 33 (2010)

Section

Medical Devices