Device data
Health topic Tuberculosis
Classification Diagnosis
Scope Commercialized
Manufacturer
location		 New York, United States

Obtaining a non-invasive, inexpensive TB diagnostic test is a significant issue in developing countries.

Detailed description of the solution

The Lung flute is a non-invasive, low-cost device used to obtain sputum from patients and to diagnose tuberculosis. It is also used as a therapy device for tuberculosis.

Designed by

When and where it was tested/implemented

This device was tested and developed in Buffalo, New York. It was also tested in Tokyo, Japan. Distributors are available in Canada, USA, Germany, Italy, Greece, Lebanon, India, Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Australia.

Funding Source

Private sources.

References

Peer-reviewed publication

Fujita, A., Murata, K., Takamori, M. (2009). Novel method for sputum induction using the Lung Flute in patients with suspected pulmonary tuberculosis. Journal of the Asia Pacific Society for Respirology, 14, 899-902.

Other internally generated reports

Medical Acoustics. Instructions for use for Healthcare Professionals. PDF available here.

Medical Acoustics. Efficacy and safety of a new acoustic device, the Lung Flute, for sputum induction in healthy non-smokers and chronic bronchitis. PDF available here.

Medical Acoustics. Safety and efficacy of sputum induction with the Lung Flute compared with sputum induction with hypertonic saline and saliva.

School of Medicine, University at Buffalo/VA Western NY Healthcare System. PDF available here.

Smit, N. Physics and Physiology of the Lung Flute. PDF available here.

Approval by regulatory bodies or standards boards

FDA 510(k) Clearance of Lung Flute has been obtained for home care (2010) and for sputum induction for diagnostic purposes (2006). Received CE Mark clearance and is registered in the EU (2008).

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SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being, SDG09 Industry innovation and infrastructure
Authors Lonny Grafman, Chris Waterguy, Emilio, Kathleen Sienko, Amir Sabet Sarvestani
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Created January 21, 2012 by Evashiu
Last edit September 10, 2026 by Felipe Schenone
Cite as Evashiu (2012–2026). "Global Health Medical Device Compendium/Lung Flute". Appropedia. Retrieved September 30, 2026.
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