Brain Pressure Monitoring

Konigsberg Instrument Co. worked with Ames to produce an Intercranial Monitor (ICP). Brain damage is largely attributable to increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Both medical and surgical techniques exist for controlling ICP but there is widespread need for accurate and continuous information on the degree of pressure. ICP monitor has a number of advantages. It is minimally invasive" meaning that while penetrating the skull it does not penetrate the dura the tough membrane that forms a protective cover around the brain tissue. Once implanted the scalp is closed over the transducer reducing risk of infection and allowing the patient freedom of movement. Most important the monitor can report continuously with a higher degree of accuracy than is currently obtainable. "

Full article: http://hdl.handle.net/hdl:2060/20070019877