Monitoring of Venous Ulcers Using a Bioimpedance Measurement Based Method and System
The purpose of this study is to investigate the functionality of a new type of wound monitoring method and measurement system for monitoring healing of venous ulcers. The system is consisted of a wound dressing with electrodes (eDressing), a bioimpedance measurement device and a mobile phone application.
• Age at least 18 years
• The subject has a chronic lower extremity ulcer with a primary etiology of venous insufficiency. The previous venous procedure is not an obstacle to the study
• Compression therapy can be implemented
• The wound is not wider than 5 cm and the electrode dressing can be placed on the wound as intended. The wound should be located above the ankle, on the skin area where the electrode dressing can be placed properly.
• The wound is not deep with steep edges or cavity-like
• The wound is not highly excreting
• The wound can be expected to heal within two months (area reduced ≥ 90% from baseline)
• The subject gives consent to the study and commits to following the instructions of the medical staff