Cathrite

The next major commercial application of the Technology is CathRite™, which is a placement system for central venous catheters (CVCs). CathRite™ will target peripherally inserted cardiac catheters (PICCs), which constitute the fastest growing segment of the global CVC market.

The illustration demonstrates an enhanced image of a catheter being placed to the superior vena. The purple tube shows the catheter's track as it is inserted into the correct position. The graphic image of the ribcage provides a simple reference for the user.

This real-time schematic representation of the placement procedure provides a continuous display of the passage and position of the tip of the catheter in relation to anatomical landmarks. The 'live tracking' display shows frontal and lateral views simultaneously, enabling medical practitioners to make real-time adjustments of catheter tip positions during placement, and eliminating the need for X-rays. The Technology improves patient care by enabling prompt delivery of vital medication. The Technology is simple, intuitive and inexpensive.

Every CVC placement performed using CathRite™ uses a disposable kit, consisting of a catheter, a guiding insert and other low value ancillary items. The RU (placed on the patient's chest) receives the low-energy electromagnetic signal that is generated by the guiding insert. The MU processes the EMF signal and displays (in real-time) the movement of the catheter as placement occurs. The record of placement is printed out for inclusion into the patient's case notes. When the placement is completed, the guiding insert is removed from the catheter and discarded.

CathRite™ is a compact, battery-operated, fully portable system that can be used at a patient's bedside, in any hospital environment and by mobile medical teams. The graphic user interface was designed for ease of operation and users require minimal training.