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==Detailed description of the solution== | ==Detailed description of the solution== | ||
The device functions by clamping down on the umbilical cord and cutting it using pressure. One half of the device stays firmly on the side with the baby to seal the wound and the other half is discarded. The two parts of the clamps are sterilized before they are used. | The device functions by clamping down on the umbilical cord and cutting it using pressure. One half of the device stays firmly on the side with the baby to seal the wound, and the other half is discarded. The two parts of the clamps are sterilized before they are used. | ||
==Designed by== | ==Designed by== | ||
Revision as of 00:14, 15 March 2012
Problem being addressed
Many infections result from improper umbilical cord care and wound treatment, especially in regions such as southeast Asia and Africa where home births are common. The SafeSnip device makes umbilical cord disposal safer, easier, and more sanitary.
Detailed description of the solution
The device functions by clamping down on the umbilical cord and cutting it using pressure. One half of the device stays firmly on the side with the baby to seal the wound, and the other half is discarded. The two parts of the clamps are sterilized before they are used.
Designed by
- Designed by: Graduate students at Tulane University
- Production: This device is not currently in production and has not yet been picked up by a manufacturing company. NOvate Medical Technologies is pursuing ways to make production possible. Website available here.
When and where it was tested/implemented
This device was tested in 2008.
Funding Sources
- Tulane University
- NOvate Medical Technologies
References
Internally generated reports
Brannon, K. (2009). Students’ Invention Aids Safe Childbirth. Link available here.
Externally generated reports
SafeSnip for umbilical cord. (2011). Maternova. Link available here.
IP and copyright
The patent belongs to William Kethman, Bryan Molter, Stephanie Roberts, Mark Young, and David Rice of Tulane University.