IIT-M researchers develop non-invasive device to assess heart vessel health
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Source: The post is based on the article “IIT-M researchers develop non-invasive device to assess heart vessel health” published in The Hindu on 25th April 2023

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Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT-M) have developed a device called ‘ARTSENS’ to assess the health and age of blood vessels and thereby provide early screening for cardiovascular diseases.

What is ARTSENS?

ARTSENS is a novel, non-invasive device to assess the health and age of blood vessels and thereby provide early screening for cardiovascular diseases.

Developed by: Healthcare Technology Innovation Centre at IIT Madras. 

Features: The device comprises pressure cuffs that need to be attached on the upper arm and thighs and a probe applied on the surface of the neck to detect the carotid artery. 

– It measures carotid artery stiffness, aortic pulse wave velocity and central blood pressure, all three being important markers of cardiovascular health.

Significance: The device is intended for regular medical check-ups, even by non-experts, to evaluate and anticipate vascular health.


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