, SymPhysis Medical is developing a medical device that allows patients in palliative care who suffer from a build-up of fluid in the chest to care for themselves at home. It is designed to be less invasive and could potentially reduce hospitalisations for patients.
“Palliative care is concerned with quality of life from the point of diagnosis of a life-limiting condition to the time of death. It focuses on managing distressing symptoms, such as pain and discomfort, and should also support a patient’s mental and social well-being. The device will not only make patients more comfortable, but it can also give them the freedom to spend time with their loved ones and remain active and mobile, without being tied to their hospital or carers,” Mr Jones said.
The funding will be used to expand SymPhysis Medical’s team to seven people from the current three, complete product development and target FDA clearance. The company is working with two of the top cancer care centres in the US, including a clinical study that began in November, and usability studies to provide insights into how patients will interact with the device.
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