1G2-2 呼吸器疾患在宅治療のための呼吸モニタリングシステムの開発(医療福祉ロボットI,一般講演)

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A number of patients are suffering from respiratory diseases, such as dyspnea, sleep apnea syndrome (SAS), asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These patients can be supported by early detection of symptom and administration of milder treatment. However, it is a serious burden for them and their family to care for their respiratory conditions in daily life. We propose a new home-care system for such patients. The system is an automatic inhaler control system based on continuous respiration monitoring. We employ a mask-type unit to install a measurement sensor for respiration together with an inhaler. Respiration is monitored using a thermocouple in the mask. Respiratory rate is measured by counting peaks of temperature change due to expiration and inspiration. The error of respiratory rate at rest in sitting posture was within 2% between the measurement and the reference. Based on the monitored data, the inhaler can be controlled automatically. Moreover, the information of respiration can be shared with family, hospital, and local supporters at a long distance through a computer network.
社団法人日本機械学会の論文
2008-09-17