Wheezometer™ - The Only Point-of-Care Wheeze Detector

State-of-the-Art Wheeze Measuring Device

 

The WheezoMeter™ analyzes 30 seconds of breath sounds using advanced signal processing algorithms to detect, quantify and objectively document the presence of wheeze and its extent, the WheezeRATE™.

• The WheezoMeter™ is calibrated and validated as determined by consensus of a panel of experts who evaluated and scored many recordings for presence of wheeze.
  
• The WheezoMeter™ uses a cascade of 6 proprietary technologies to "defend" the signals against false detection of ambient noises as wheeze.

The WheezoMeter™ can be used by:

• Physicians: Pediatricians, GPs, internists, asthma/allergy specialists.
  Nurses: Emergency, ICU/PICU/NICU, ward, asthma nurses, school nurses.
  
• Technicians and Paramedics: Respiratory therapists, EMS personnel, military medics, sports paramedics, occupational health officers.
  
• Patients and Caregivers: Under guidance of a healthcare professional.

WheezeRATE™: Proportion of the respiratory cycle duration occupied by wheezing - Tw/Ttot

The WheezoMeter™ design is based on ergonomic human-interfacing principles as dictated by functional and anatomical requirements in a state-of-the-art attractive form.

• Facilitates the correct anatomical placement of the device in contact with the trachea at the correct contact force.
  
• Provides stable contact with the skin surface for the duration of the test.
  
• Isolates the measuring head and sensor from vibrations and tremor of the hand holding the WheezoMeter™.

	Wheezometer™ provides a simple and intuitive user interface with clear Wz% readout, time and date of test, as well as specific icon indicators for unstable sensor contact and excessive ambient or patient noise.
	Infant Sensor™ (optional) is used for babies and toddlers who typically have a short neck.

WheezoMeter™ uses:

• Obtain a “spot check” measurement of present wheeze activity, any time, any place, as often as needed without any patient effort.
  
• Measure WheezeRATE™ before and after administration
  of a bronchodilator (“pre-post” test).
  
• Communicate status of homebound or remote patient to physician or healthcare professional.

Wheezometer™Specifications

System Components	WheezoMeter™ with embedded Black Fin® processor. Self-contained cushioned built-in silicone-coated PPG Sensor Carrying case
Sensor	PPG Sensor with broad spectrum frequency response, >60 dB dynamic range and superior ambient noise rejection
Software	Proprietary KarmelSonix Wheeze Detection algorithms plus comprehensive ambient noise rejection capability.
Capacity	Allows scrolling of the last 10 measurements for review
Batteries	2 AA batteries (not included)
Auxiliary Input	Infant sensor holder for babies and toddlers (optional)
Warranty	One year limited warranty

WheezoMeter™ is protected by international and US patents 6,168,568; 6,261,238.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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