Wound monitoring

Abstract

As may be implemented with one or more embodiments herein, aspects of the disclosure are directed to an apparatus having one or more sensor circuits and a wound-characterization circuit that generates data that characterizes a condition of the wound based on physiological characteristics detected by the sensors. A wireless communication circuit wirelessly transmits the characterization data, which can be carried out while the wound is covered. In various implementations, an integration circuit (e.g., connecting circuitry and / or a chip) includes the wound-characterization circuit and the sensor circuit, and further couples to a wound dressing for sensing the different physiological characteristics of the wound while the wound dressing covers a portion of the wound from which the different physiological characteristics are sensed.

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technical field [0001] Aspects of the various embodiments relate to wound monitoring and the use of multiple electronic sensors for wound monitoring. Background technique [0002] For a variety of wounds, from simple cuts or abrasions to more serious wounds such as those resulting from larger cuts or abrasions, burns and medical procedures, monitoring the status of the wound is essential for proper treatment and addressing adverse effects such as infection Circumstances matter. Typically, wound monitoring includes visual inspection, which can be performed by the patient or a medical professional. Especially for more serious wounds, monitoring by a medical professional can be important. [0003] Wound monitoring can be challenging for various reasons. For example, examining a wound often requires removing the bandage or dressing used to cover the wound. Furthermore, while patient monitoring may be useful, it is often desirable to have a medical practitioner monitor the wo...

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Problems solved by technology

Unfortunately, practitioner monitoring can be expensive (for example, requiring hospitalization or outpatient visits), impractical, or otherwise difficult, and not timely for patients who need to travel to visit a practitioner

Additionally, visual monitoring may be limited in assessing wound condition

These and other situations have created challenges for medical care for a variety of applications

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