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Innovative Glasses See Through Human Skin

By HospiMedica International staff writers
Posted on 13 Feb 2014
A novel technology platform allows nurses to see “through” a patient’s skin to enable simpler, more efficient, intravenous (IV) access.

The Eyes-On Glasses feature a patented design that incorporates multispectral three-dimensional (3D) imaging and wireless connectivity to deliver clear, anatomically accurate, real-time, vein detection imaging in a wearable, easy-to-use, hands-free, and cart-free system. More...
The Eyes-On system utilizes the Epson (Suwa, Japan) Moverio smart glasses technology platform and its unique “look-through” capabilities, which offer a unique binocular design that projects overlays of digital content onto the real world in the center of the wearer’s field of view.

The Eyes-On Glasses also include digital storage to enable easy verification and documentation of vein patency throughout a patient’s stay in the hospital, and telemedicine capability to share images remotely. The system also interfaces with hospital electronic medical records (EMR) systems for seamless documentation throughout hospital stay. The Eyes-On Glasses are a product of Evena Medical (Los Altos, CA, USA).

“Studies have shown that up to 40% of IV starts require multiple attempts to locate and access a vein, which not only wastes valuable nursing time but also delays therapy and causes patient discomfort and dissatisfaction,” said Frank Ball, president and CEO of Evena Medical. “With Evena’s Eyes-On Glasses, nurses can quickly and easily locate and access the best veins for each patient, even in challenging clinical environments such as pediatric or neonatal units.”

“It’s extremely gratifying that one of the first healthcare solution concepts featuring Epson’s Moverio smart glasses technology is one that improves both patient comfort and nursing efficiency,” said Anna Jen, director of New Ventures/New Products at Epson America. “We are proud of what the Evena team has accomplished and look forward to working with them well into the future.”

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