The Naloximeter, implanted under the skin, automatically detects opioid overdose by monitoring oxygen levels and promptly administers naloxone when necessary, improving response to overdoses.
John A. Rogers emphasized, "The device is a compact, fully implantable system - about the size of a conventional pacemaker - that operates in a purely automatic fashion to detect signs of opioid overdose, initiate fast release of a life-saving dose of naloxone, and transmit an emergency 911 call with geolocation data from a wirelessly paired smartphone."
The study demonstrated that the Naloximeter could detect overdose signs within a minute and all implanted animals fully recovered within five minutes after naloxone administration, showcasing its effectiveness.
This innovation aims to combat the alarming rise in opioid overdoses, where reliance on knowledgeable bystanders is a significant barrier to timely intervention and saving lives.
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