Automated fluid output monitoring
US12083261B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 3, 2021 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 3, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/3584
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to apparatus and methods for a fluid collection system and automated fluid flow monitoring. The system can include a collection container, and a detection device coupled to an outside surface thereof and configured to detect a volume of fluid disposed therein. The detection device can be coupled to the collection container without having to compromise the integrity of the closed fluid collection system or re-catheterizing the patient. The detection device can be configured to detect an inversion event, tilt event, and the like to determine a flow rate of fluid into the container. The detection device can be communicatively coupled with external computing devices to alert a clinician when the container is nearing capacity and when it has been emptied.
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