Wearable sensors in critical care medicine
by Decheng Fan; Junmin Li; Jianbo Su; Jingjing Fang
International Journal of Systems, Control and Communications (IJSCC), Vol. 15, No. 3, 2024

Abstract: This article reviews the current applications of wearable devices and presents a potential outlook for their utilisation in critical care medicine. Wearable devices offer non-invasive monitoring methods that enable continuous and remote tracking of vital signs, thereby reducing the risk of iatrogenic infections. However, their implementation in intensive care units is still in the developmental stage. Additionally, wearable devices can serve as a crucial link between clinicians and patients by tracking, storing, and sharing patient data with medical institutions. This facilitates can remotely or real-timely finish health assessments and provides a foundation for precision medicine and personalised treatment. Wearable sensors are classified into three categories based on the signals they detect: movement state signal sensors, vital signal sensors, and body fluid signal sensors. Subsequently, we explore their clinical applications along with potential limitations associated with their use. Wearable devices hold immense potential in the medical field and will play a significant role in transforming the healthcare system. Simultaneously, they will enhance our understanding of health and disease, fostering more comprehensive and profound insights. These advancements will bring about transformative changes in critical care medicine.

Online publication date: Tue, 10-Sep-2024

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