New Device Developed at Northwestern Could Allow for Safer Fetal Surgeries

New device developed at Northwestern could allow for safer fetal surgeries

Working with doctors at Lurie Children’s Hospital, Northwestern University researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind device that can track a fetus’ vital signs during surgery.

New probe tracks baby's health in the uterus

Flexible, hair-like device safely enters the uterus for continuous, real-time monitoring

First-of-its-kind probe monitors fetal health in utero during surgery

New soft, flexible device fits through an operative port already used for fetoscopic surgery to track heart rate, blood oxygen levels and temperature. Device could sense fetal distress sooner, enabling earlier interventions to prevent complications.