Empa Innovation Award 2024: Sensor protects against life-threatening complications of abdominal surgery
November 4, 2024 – The Empa Innovation Award 2024 goes to a team of researchers from Empa and the University Hospital Zurich for developing a sensor that can detect life-threatening complications of abdominal surgery at an early stage. The sensor is based on a novel technology that measures the electrical impedance of tissue. This allows it to distinguish between healthy and damaged tissue, even in the presence of blood and other bodily fluids.
Abdominal surgery is a common procedure, but it can be associated with serious complications, such as sepsis and organ failure. These complications are often caused by delayed detection of tissue damage, which can lead to a cascade of events that can be difficult to stop. The new sensor developed by the Empa team could help to prevent these complications by providing early warning of tissue damage.
The sensor is small and flexible, and it can be placed directly on the tissue during surgery. It is made of a biocompatible material that does not interfere with the healing process. The sensor is connected to a wireless transmitter that sends data to a monitor, where it can be analyzed by a doctor.
In a clinical trial, the sensor was able to detect tissue damage with 95% accuracy. This is a significant improvement over current methods of detecting tissue damage, which are often less accurate and more invasive.
The Empa Innovation Award is given annually to a team of researchers who have developed a novel technology with the potential to make a significant impact on society. The award is intended to encourage innovation and to promote the transfer of technology from the laboratory to the market.
The Empa team is currently working on commercializing the sensor. They are also exploring other applications for the technology, such as detecting tissue damage in other parts of the body and monitoring wound healing.
About Empa
Empa is a Swiss research institute that focuses on materials science and technology. It is one of the world’s leading research institutions in this field. Empa’s mission is to develop new materials and technologies that can improve the quality of life and protect the environment.
About the University Hospital Zurich
The University Hospital Zurich is one of the largest and most renowned university hospitals in Switzerland. It is affiliated with the University of Zurich. The hospital provides a wide range of medical services, including abdominal surgery.
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