CardioLink

Designing a pacemaker programming device

Larissa Mladenova

März / March - 2024

Bergische Universität Wuppertal

Bachelor of Arts

Description

A pacemaker programmer is a medical device used to program and monitor pacemakers and ICDs. Currently, these devices are either bulky or consist of a single tablet, interrogator head and station that are not always repositioned and therefore cannot be located.  CardioLink is the first device of its kind to combine the advantages of a tablet and a station. The product is designed to meet the needs of hospital staff. The use of a dual-function handle provides a better grip when operating the tablet and makes it easier to transport the entire station. The removable tablet breaks up the current fixed operation of a ward, allowing more freedom in handling. CardioLink is easy to assemble and disassemble, its smooth surfaces are easy to disinfect and its inductive charging minimises the number of cables.