Futuristic Implant Advances Brain Injury Analysis

Credit: Julie McMahon, University of Illinois

• After TBI it is crucial to observe swelling and pressure
• Current sensors: bulky and invasive, restricting movement and physical therapy
• New devices: from Illinois and Washington University integrate biodegradable silicon and tiny
• These sensors can monitor temperature and pressure or other body systems
• The biodegradable aspect decreases risk of infection and hemorrhage
• Study published in the journal Nature