Device, system and method for ambulatory urodynamic analysis

摘要

A device, system and a method for urodynamic analysis in a non-clinical setting allows the urinary system to function under normal physiological conditions. The device is placed within the urinary bladder for performing ambulatory urodynamic measurements and comprises an external housing 102 provided from biocompatible materials; a sensor module 108 including a plurality of ultrasound sensors 108u, and at least one pressure transducer 106, the sensor module functionally coupled with electronic circuitry 110 including a communication module 118; memory module 116, and a controller module 112. Optionally, an introducing catheter (120, figure 3E) can be used to place the device in the bladder. In an embodiment, one or more abdominal sensors (152, figures 4A-4B) are additionally used, preferably an abdominal pressure sensor which may use surface electrodes for EMG analysis of the abdominal surface. In an embodiment, a urine absorption device, such as a pad, sponge or the like, is coupled with a sensor and can detect the volume/levels of urine absorbed. This sensor can be a weight sensor, volume sensor, fluid sensor or the like.