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Abstract
A biosensor assembly that measures multiple physical parameters is disclosed. The biosensor assembly includes a first implantable probe and a first skin contacting electrode. Wherein a first physiological parameter is measured between the first implantable probe and the first skin contactable electrode.
Description
- This application is a continuation application that claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. 120 of U.S patent application Ser. No. 16/054,649, filed Aug. 3, 2019, which claims priority under section 119(e) from U.S. provisional application No. 62/608,492, filed Dec. 20, 2017. The applications listed above are hereby incorporated by reference in their entireties for all purposes.
- The invention generally relates to systems and methods for real time monitoring of physiological parameters to enable diagnosis and monitoring of disease progression including risk assessment, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring. More specifically, the invention relates to the use of sensors and related electronics in conjunction with algorithms and software for the early identification and warning before the onset of various disease states.
- Detecting changes in perfusion is critical to ensure adequate tissue oxygenation and perfusion. Traditional methods of detecting physiological changes of perfusion includes measurements of blood pressure, heart rates, urine output, serum levels of lactate, mixed venous oxygen saturation and central venous saturation. However, apart from changes in inspired oxygen concentration, in general, there is a poor relationship between arterial oxygen and partial pressure of oxygen within the interstitial space of a particular tissue. This disparity emphasizes the important clinical and physiological lesson that normal arterial values should not be used as a replacement or surrogate for satisfactory oxygenation at the tissue level.
- Real-time monitoring of oxygen within tissue provides insight to changes in the microcirculation of a subject. Because many disease states or other physical conditions affect microcirculation understanding the pathophysiological development of various conditions can enable clinicians to diagnose, treat, and monitor efficacy of treatment based on real-time monitoring of various parameters associated with microcirculation. For example, patients with acutely decompensated heart failure have significantly decreased tissue oxygenation that is lower than those found in a stable outpatient population. Accordingly, measurement of subcutaneous tissue oxygen may enable clinicians to diagnose and treat heart failure more effectively.
- The claimed invention seeks to address timely and cost effective methods and systems to diagnose heart failure and other conditions that are detectable via pathophysiological changes in microcirculation. In many examples discussed below multiple analytes and physical parameters are monitored. While embodiments and examples may be related to particular analytes and physical parameters, the scope of the disclosure and claims should not be construed to be limited to the specifically addressed analytes and parameters. Rather it should be recognized that additional or other analytes and physical parameters can be monitored to assist in the detection and diagnosis of heart failure.
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- In one embodiment a biosensor assembly that measures multiple physical parameters is disclosed. The biosensor assembly includes a first implantable probe and a first skin contacting electrode. Wherein a first physiological parameter is measured between the first implantable probe and the first skin contactable electrode.
- Other features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following detailed description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings that illustrate, by way of example, various features of embodiments of the invention.
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FIG. 1 is an exemplary block diagram showing components within a system to determine a risk score of developing heart failure, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. -
FIGS. 2A and 2B are exemplary views of an A-side and a B-side of a probe, or an analyte sensor, within the sensor array, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. -
FIG. 2C is an exemplary top view of a analyte sensor in accordance with various embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 2D is an exemplary view of cross-section A-A of the analyte sensor inFIG. 2C , in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 2E is an exemplary side view of a sensor assembly that includes patterned hydrogel, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIGS. 3A and 3B are exemplary views of different on-body assemblies, in accordance with various embodiments of the present invention. -
FIGS. 4A and 4B are exemplary pseudo-isometric illustrations of a sensor assembly having a first analyte sensor extending away from a skin contacting surface that includes a skin contacting electrode, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 5A is an exemplary isometric view of a sensor assembly that includes an implantable analyte sensor and and exterior facing electrode, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 5B is an exemplary isometric view of a sensor assembly that includes an implantable analyte sensor, and exterior facing electrode and skin contacting electrode in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 5C is an exemplary pseudo-isometric view of a sensor assembly having an analyte sensor that is implantable, along with a first skin contacting electrode and a second skin contacting electrode, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIGS. 6A-6D are exemplary illustrations of a sensor embodiment having adjustable skin contacting leads, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 7 is an exemplary flowchart illustrating operations performed by various components of the system while determining a risk score for heart failure in an interactive mode for an ambulatory subject, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. -
FIGS. 8A-8H are various exemplary illustrations of what can be presented on a display or mobile device, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 9 is an exemplary block diagram illustrating how data from the sensor array is processed by a risk algorithm to determine a risk score of developing heart failure, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. -
FIGS. 10A-10D are exemplary illustrations of risk transformations in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. - Simultaneous continuous or periodic measurement of physical parameters and chemical entities as a means of measuring disease progression or inflection that requires timely clinical intervention can be extended to a multitude of disease states and may include multiple measurement modalities. The design of such medical monitoring systems requires an understanding of the pathophysiological processes associated with a particular illness or disease. From this basic understanding, a number of small molecules, biological markers of disease, and physiological measures with high diagnostic and prognostic value for a particular disease and/or condition can be identified. Sensors that rely on physical, electrochemical, and optical transducers can be functionalized to directly or indirectly measure the small molecules, biological markers, and physiological measures associated with a specific disease. Advanced manufacturing techniques can then be used to integrate the sensors in question into a multi-analyte or multi-parameter that can be deployed invasively or noninvasively within a target population. Software algorithms that combine an understanding of disease, artificial intelligence, and machine learning can be embedded in the instrumentation or systems that power and acquires data from a disease specific multi-parameter sensor to assess the cellular and/or systemic progression of condition or disease. Configurable alerts and alarms associated with the medical monitoring system can be communicated through wired and wireless methods to enable timely therapeutic intervention in order to derive the benefits of proactive disease or illness management.
- Disclosed below is a robust system that performs real-time simultaneous continuous monitoring of specific risk metrics to generate a risk score for heart failure. The risk score for heart failure is determined using risk metrics based on data obtained from (i) sensors placed in contact or implanted within a subject and/or (ii) other external input available on the subject (such as electronic medical records, test data from hospital/clinic measurements where the subject is being evaluated, or has been evaluated previously, for a medical condition). Risk metrics based on sensor data can be based on continuous and substantially real-time monitoring of analytes and physiological parameters relevant to heart failure. In one embodiment, the risk metrics include, but are not limited to analytes such as, tissue oxygen, redox potential (ORP) and reactive oxygen species (ROS) along with physical parameters such as, but not limited to heart rate, electrocardiography, and edema. Detectable changes in those risk metrics can be indicative of an increasing risk of heart failure or further progression of heart failure because low tissue oxygenation may be indicative of inefficient oxygen transfer via the circulatory system and an increase in ROS may be suggestive of irregular stress and/or cellular death.
- In a simple embodiment the heart failure risk score is determined based on a sum of normalized primary inputs, where primary inputs include input like ECG data along with sensed or measured concentrations of analytes such as, but not limited to, tissue oxygen ORP and ROS. A more refined heart failure risk score is determined by incorporating secondary inputs, which are risk metrics that are calculated based on primary inputs. Examples of secondary inputs include, but are not limited to rates of change of glucose, tissue oxygen, ROS, ORP, and lactate. In a variation of this embodiment, the risk score additionally incorporates looking at measured inputs over time differently. For example, rather than using the same time window for all evaluations, each analyte or metric is examined at a preferred frequency. Relative weighting factors can also be applied to either or both primary and secondary inputs to emphasize or deemphasize particular risk metrics when determining a risk score.
- The system is configurable for use in a variety of environments including, but not limited to ambulatory patient monitoring and remote monitoring, where each mode may be further supplemented with a feedback/treatment mode. In an ambulatory patient monitoring environment, the risk score and changes to the risk score over time enables both automated evaluation if a patient may be trending toward developing heart failure or an increasing risk of developing heart failure and automated evaluation of efficacy of therapy for patients with existing symptoms of heart failure. In a remote monitoring environment, the risk score enables monitoring of patients for early warning signs associated with an increased risk of heart failure or worsening symptoms of heart failure. Remote monitoring further enables automated, semi-automated, or manual monitoring of particular characteristics to evaluate efficacy of therapy for individuals within various stages heart failure. Real time monitoring can enable timely additional intervention or modifications to therapy as the disease state progresses. For example, real-time monitoring of therapy efficacy of individuals in early stage heart failure with elevated blood pressure on a specific medication, may potentially benefit from more aggressive medication regimen if and when the disease progresses.
- Applied within an patient monitoring environment, the system enables monitoring of subjects or patients with high risk factors for developing heart failure. In many embodiments the patient monitoring environment is an ambulatory patient within a medical care facility such as a hospital or an outpatient clinic. Regardless of the type of facility, for patients the system can provide real time continuous monitoring of analytes and physical parameters that are indicative of the efficacy of ongoing therapy. Additionally, the real time continuous data can enable more frequent and responsive changes in therapy. For example, rather than having to wait for discrete ROS/ORP samples to be returned from a laboratory, with real time continuous monitoring physicians can easily see if ROS and/or ORP levels are increasing or decreasing and additionally the rate at which concentrations of the detected and measured analyte levels are changing. With rate of change data, physicians can change and modify treatment protocols and see the results of previous changes more rapidly than with discrete samples that may take hours to return from the laboratory.
- In a remote monitoring environment, the system can further be transitioned from a medical care facility to a mobile monitor capable of operating as a home monitor or any other location outside of a medical care facility. Use of the system as a mobile monitor may be desirable for patients that may be considered high risk of developing heart failure, a later stage heart failure, or other diseases/conditions that can be detected via changes in the microcirculation.
- The goal for remote monitoring is to provide early notification that a patient may be trending toward heart failure, or alternatively for patients already diagnosed with heart failure, the efficacy of therapy and treatment. In some embodiments of remote monitoring, notification is provided to the patient while in other embodiments the notification is provided to an attending physician. In still other embodiments, notification is provided to both the patient and at least one medical or care professionals such as, but not limited to an attending physician, nurse, resident healthcare provider, or a centralized care facility. Similar to patient monitoring use of the system as a remote monitor can result in a patient seeking more timely application of therapy.
- Optionally enhancing each of the previously described modes for the system is interactive mode. Interactive mode is intended to prompt a user to perform specific physical actions or movements into order to obtain specific data in order to refine the risk score. Alternatively, the interactive mode can also be used to determine the effects of any treatment protocol and provide real-time, actionable information to external control algorithms whose aim is to optimize the management of therapy delivery. In many embodiments, this is accomplished by modifying therapy based on system outputs achieving targets and/or set points for specific risk metrics based on a specific clinical protocol.
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FIG. 1 is an exemplary block diagram showing components within asystem 100 to determine a risk score of developing heart failure, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. Broadly, thesystem 100 includes asensor array 101 that includesanalytes sensors 101 a andphysical sensors 101 b powered by anelectronics module 102 that further enables bidirectional communication with a plurality of remote devices, such as, but not limited to anexternal monitor 104,cloud computing systems 106 andmobile devices 128. The remote devices enable different aspects of functionality of thesystem 100, such as, but not limited to entry of patient specific data, display of historical and trending data acquired by thesystem 100, and machine learning. The totality of components shown inFIG. 1 enable thesystem 100 to be used across a variety of environments such as ambulatory patient monitoring and remote monitoring. However, embodiments tailored for a specific environment may not include all of the components shown inFIG. 1 . For example, use of thesystem 100 as a remote monitor in a home may not utilize anexternal monitor 104. Likewise, when thesystem 100 is used as a patient monitor in a hospital environment, thesystem 100 may not include amobile device 128. The inclusion of all of the components withinFIG. 1 is intended to illustrate the flexibility and adaptability of thesystem 100 to be used in different environments. However, regardless of environment, an element of thesystem 100 that is required for all embodiments is thesensor array 101. -
FIGS. 2A and 2B are exemplary views of an A-side 200 a and a B-side 200 b of an implantable probe, also referred to as ananalyte sensor 101 a, within thesensor array 101, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. In varying embodiments thesensor array 101 includes an analyte sensor having an A-side 200 a and a B-side 200 b that has the capability to continuously detect a single analyte or a plurality of analytes. While some embodiments of the analyte sensor 100 a use both A-side and B-side, other embodiments utilize a single side. Exemplary analytes that can be measured on either A-side or B-side or both, include, but are not limited to glucose, lactate, oxygen, ROS, ORP or combinations thereof. Varying embodiments of thesensor array 101 include asingle analyte sensor 101 a ormultiple analyte sensors 101 a. In some embodiments theanalyte sensor 101 a, or implantable probe, can be implanted via a surgical procedure. In other embodiments, theanalyte sensor 101 a can be temporarily inserted into tissue, such as, but not limited to subcutaneous tissue, muscle tissue, organ tissue, or the like. In varying embodiments, the implantable probe may be temporarily inserted into tissue for varying durations that can be measured in minutes, hours, days, weeks, or months. While many embodiments of the implantable probe, oranalyte sensor 101 a have been discussed as using both an A-side 200 a and B-side 200 b, other embodiments utilize a single side of the implantable probe. In these embodiments the requisite sensor elements are found either on a single side of the implantable probe and distributed across other sensor features within the sensor array. -
FIG. 2A is a view of the A-side 200 a that includes electrodefirst electrode 202 andsecond electrode 206 along with correspondingfirst electrode trace 204 andsecond electrode trace 208. Depending on manufacturing techniques, the first and second electrodes can be transducers configured to measure an analyte or a combination counter/reference electrode or discrete counter electrode and reference electrode.FIG. 2B is a view of the B-side 200 b that includesthird electrode 210 andfourth electrode 216 along with correspondingthird electrode trace 212 andfourth electrode trace 216. Similarly to the electrodes on A-side 200 a, the third andfourth electrodes sensor array 101 includes asingle analyte sensor 101 a configured to measure glucose and lactate. - In some embodiments the
sensor array 101 includes a combination of oxygen, reactive oxygen species (ROS), redox potential (ORP), glucose, and/or lactate sensors. In other embodiments, thesensor array 101 includes at least one each of oxygen and ROS sensing transducers. In many embodiments, the respective sensors for oxygen, ROS, ORP, glucose, and lactate are electrochemical sensors that include multiple electrodes or transducers that are dispersed along and/or among A-side 200 a and B-side 200 b. For example, the oxygen sensor can include a single or multiple oxygen measuring electrodes found on either A-side or B-side 200 a/200 b. Implementation of multiple electrodes for a particular analyte can enable redundancy or may be necessary to generate sufficient measurable electrical current. - The
sensor array 101 further includes additional sensors or abilities to measure physical characteristics such as, but not limited to movement (via accelerometers), temperature, tissue impedance (such as tissue hydration levels related to development of edema), skin impedance and sensor hydration levels. Measurement of some physical characteristics is enabled via physical sensors or other instrumentation incorporated within or on the electronics module. Additionally, in many embodiments, physical characteristics are determined via a combination of theanalyte sensors 101 a implanted within the subject and thephysical sensors 101 b associated with the electronics module. In one embodiment, physical characteristics are obtained via a skin contacting electrode located on an exterior surface of a sensor assembly, as will be discussed in more detail below. The specific physical sensors discussed should not be construed as limiting. Other and additional physical characteristics from physical sensors associated with thesensor array 101 can be used as risk metric inputs to the risk score. Monitoring hydration levels of at least one, some, or all of the sensors within thesensor array 101 enables detection of whether thesensor array 101 is properly implanted within desirable tissue. Additionally, monitoring the sensor elements for proper hydration can be used as a trigger to enable at least one of calculation of a risk score, data recording, and/or data transmission. - Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy applied across any electrode pair within the
sensor array 101 can be used to measure or infer tissue impedance to determine tissue hydrations levels, or a fluid status within subcutaneous tissue of a subject being monitored. Congestive heart failure decreases the ability of the heart to pump blood throughout the body. In the aggregate, this can result in fluid build up in the periphery, particularly in the lower legs. Therefore, increased fluid build up may be a minor initial indicator or symptom of heart failure. Utilizing the sensor array enables continuous monitoring of tissue impedance to detect changes in fluid content within the interstitial space. In some embodiments an EIS scan is across specific frequencies is used to correlate impedance with sodium concentrations within tissue surrounding the sensor via either a lookup table or via an equivalent circuit model. Regardless of how impedance is determined, real-time monitoring can enable EIS measurements over time to determine if there is and increase in fluid within interstitial fluid based on changes in salinity of the interstitial fluid. If salinity decreases, one can infer there is additional fluid build up. Conversely, if salinity increases, it can be inferred that the fluid level within the interstitial fluid is decreasing. Increased, or increasing fluid within interstitial fluid results in lower relative impedance, measurable across multiple frequencies. Thus, as tissue impedance drops, the risk for edema is increased thus also resulting in an increased risk of developing heart failure as well. In some embodiments, fluid status of a subject is a risk metric contributing to the risk score of developing heart failure because fluid status provides context and a normalizing factor for other measurements, such as, but not limited to tissue oxygen levels and concentrations of ROS and ORP. Absolute and trend information derived from tissue hydration levels enable adjustment or modifications to a risk score In still other embodiments, tissue hydration levels enable additional insight regarding perfusion of analytes within different types of tissues. For example, in various embodiments tissue hydration levels for asensor array 101 placed in muscle provides additional or less information than asensor array 101 that is placed in adipose tissue. - In some embodiments data from a single analyte sensor is combined with data from any to all of the physical characteristic sensors to determine a risk score of developing heart failure. In other embodiments multiple analytes from either a single sensor or multiple analyte sensors is used in conjunction with the data from any one to all of the physical characteristic sensors to determine a risk score of developing heart failure. The rationale for enabling risk score calculations based on less than every data stream from the sensor array is to enable tailoring of the sensor array to a particular environment. For example, if a patient is breathing with assistance of a ventilator or receiving oxygen via an oxygen mask, it may not be preferred to have a risk score factor in data acquired via the tissue oxygen sensor, ROS and/or ORP. Alternatively, when using an ventilator or using an oxygen mask it may be advantageous to include tissue oxygen, ROS and/or ORP in order to determine efficacy of therapy via expected or predicted changes in the microcirculation.
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analyte sensor 101 a is intended to be placed in subcutaneous tissue where the plurality of working electrodes within thesensor array 101 produce signals related to the analyte each transduced is configured to measure or detect. In embodiments where the analyte sensor is intended to be placed within subcutaneous tissue, theanalyte sensor 101 a may also be referred to as a probe. Placement within subcutaneous tissue enables a unique perspective for an oxygen sensor that is substantially different than common SpO2 oxygen measurements. Specifically, with embodiments of theanalyte sensors 101 a, oxygen within tissue is being measured rather than a measurement of SpO2 that is an estimation of arterial oxygen. When determining a risk score of developing heart failure it is advantageous to measure oxygen within tissue rather than estimated arterial oxygen because oxygen within tissue is a direct measurement of oxygen perfusion. - Supplementing the tissue oxygen signal are signals from transducers configured to measure ROS and ORP. In some embodiments, a two-electrode system is employed where each of the working electrodes electrochemically measure a particular analyte relative to a counter electrode. In other embodiments, a three-electrode system is employed where each of the working electrodes electrochemically measure a particular analyte relative to a counter and reference electrode. In one embodiments, ROS and ORP would be enabled via pairs of electrodes. An ROS measurement can be acquired through a first pair of electrodes that includes a standard working electrode and a combined counter/reference electrode, also referred to as a pseudo-reference electrode. An ORP potential can be obtained via a potentiometric measurement between the pseudo-reference electrode and a standard reference electrode. In many embodiments the sensing or measurement electrodes can are collated on a first side of a probe while the pseudo-reference and standard reference electrode are formed on a second side of the probe.
- In preferred embodiments the ROS and ORP sensors would provide calibration free, real-time concentration levels of oxidizing and antioxidant agents. Because it may be difficult to determine what a body is doing to combat oxidative stress ROS measurements alone may provide minimal insights to determination of a risk score. However, measuring the concentration of ROS along with ORP can provide a holistic perspective of both measurements. In many embodiments low ROS and low ORP would be indicative of a low risk scenario, while elevated ROS and elevated ORP would be indicative of highest risk. While the ROS and ORP measurements can be used as a component in determining a risk score, the measured ROS and ORP values can also be displayed as real-time discrete measurements for clinicians to monitor and consider when evaluating a patient.
- In some embodiments, each working electrode has a corresponding counter electrode while in other embodiments multiple working electrodes share a counter electrode. In still other embodiments, two working electrodes share a counter electrode while the third working electrode has a dedicated discrete counter electrode. Furthermore, the various embodiments of working electrodes and counter electrodes can be distributed among separate and discrete substrates. Typically, working electrodes and counter/reference electrodes are formed on a single substrate. However, an electrode design intended for use in the invention allows the complete physical separation of any of the working electrodes and any of the counter/reference electrodes. For example, as is shown in
FIGS. 2A and 2B working electrodes for analyte sensors can be formed onA-side 200 a while counter/reference electrodes are formed on B-side 200 b. While the various electrodes may be separated on distinct A-side and B-side, in many embodiments thesensor array 101 having the plurality of working electrodes is inserted into the subcutaneous tissue via a single point of insertion. The use of a single insertion point minimizes both patient discomfort associated with insertion and insertion complexity. -
FIG. 2C is an exemplary top view of aanalyte sensor 200 a in accordance with various embodiments of the present invention. Theanalyte sensor 200 a inFIG. 2C is intended to be an exemplary single analyte sensor havingfirst electrodes 202 distributed across the sensor. In particular embodiments, theanalyte sensor 200 a inFIG. 2C is an exemplary oxygen sensor capable of measuring oxygen within the tissue into which it is inserted. In many embodiments the preferred tissue is subcutaneous tissue, however this should not preclude the use of the sensor in other tissues such as, but not limited to skeletal muscle tissue, smooth muscle tissue or even organ tissue. Insertion of an oxygen sensor into any of these types of tissues can provide insight into the microcirculation of the specific tissue, and accordingly, the relative health of the subject. -
FIG. 2D is an exemplary view of cross-section A-A of theanalyte sensor 101 a inFIG. 2C , in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. The simplified cross-section includes aconductor 222 that is surrounded byinsulation 220. An opening in theinsulation 220 exposes a recessed portion of theconductor 222 thereby enabling the formation of thefirst electrode 202. In some embodiments the exposedconductor 222 is processed to createelectrode surface 224. Theelectrode surface 224 in many embodiments is based on a platinum material that is electroplated onto the exposed conductor. Covering the platinum electrode is ahydrogel 226 that is itself covered inmaterial 228 that is preferably selected from either hydrophobic or oxygen permeable materials. A hydrophobic or oxygen permeable membrane placed over thehydrogel 226 without sealing thehydrogel 226 from the surrounding tissue or vasculature can preferentially passes oxygen over other chemistries present in the tissue or vasculature surrounding the sensor such that primary transport direction for oxygen is normal to the direction of electrolyte transport. - Use of silicone based materials for
material 228 can generally fulfill both requirements as many silicone based materials are both hydrophobic and oxygen permeable. This can result in a patterned multi-layer polymeric hydrogel that extends normally (dimensionally identified as “x” inFIG. 2D ) and laterally (dimensionally identified as “y” inFIG. 2D ) from the platinum electrodes where the normal distance “x” is significantly smaller than the lateral distance “y”. Having the ratio between normal distance and lateral distance provides transport resistance to the underlying platinum sensing electrode thereby restricting consumption of oxygen that helps prevent depletion in the tissue or vasculature adjacent to the implanted sensor. Additionally, the ratio between normal distance and lateral distance further provides an electrolyte or conductive pathway for ionic transport from the platinum electrode to the surrounding tissue or vasculature and then to an auxiliary or counter electrode located elsewhere on the probe. - Though not illustrated, in preferred embodiments of the overall electrochemical sensor design includes a combined counter and reference electrode, commonly referred to as a pseudo-reference electrode. The pseudo-reference electrode completes the electrochemical surface and is preferably located on a surface different, or even opposite to the surface containing the
first electrodes 202. For example, using the embodiments shown inFIGS. 2A-2B , the workingelectrodes 202 are formed on side-A 200 a while the pseudo-reference electrode or electrodes are formed on side-B, 200 b. -
FIG. 2E is an exemplary side view of asensor assembly 101 a that includes patternedhydrogel 226, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. In this embodiment,hydrogel 226 is selectively applied over individual electrodes. As the illustration inFIG. 2E is a exemplary side view, thehydrogel 226 is applied to the edge of the sensor assembly andmaterial 228 is applied over thehydrogel 226. Note thatmaterial 228 does not completely envelope thehydrogel 226 as thehydrogel 226 is exposed along the edge of the sensor assembly. - The
hydrogel 226 is processed in a manner that allows both a variable number of layers of a single or multiple hydrogels to be placed over each exposed electrode elements in order to provide preferential pathways for electrolyte and chemical transport. The embodiments shown inFIG. 2E enables a discontinuity in the electrolyte at select portion of the interface between the implanted electrochemical sensor and the tissue or vasculature to allow exchange of molecules that support the mechanical integrity of the sensor and allows the fresh supply of reactants and electrolyte components to support a stable environment for the electrochemical sensor and to maintain the half cell potential and environment for the reference electrode or combined counter reference electrode. - The specific single analyte embodiments discussed in
FIGS. 2C-2E should not be construed as limiting. Additionally, while use of the single analyte embodiments inFIGS. 2C-2E was confined to detecting tissue oxygen, one skilled in the art should recognize the ability of electrochemical sensors to measure a plethora of different analytes based on changes to at least chemistry, structure or both. Furthermore, the various other embodiments described above should not be construed as limiting. For example, while the embodiments above have the sensors being distributed along the length of the sensor, other embodiments have have sensors in a continuous or contiguous configuration. Alternatively, an A-side may have distributed sensor elements while a B-side may include continuous, contiguous or even distributed sensor elements. The sensor array should not be perceived as limited to subcutaneous placement. Nor should the sensor array be construed as being limited to measurements of oxygen and ROS. In many embodiments, the various electrodes on a single analyte sensor can be used to measure impedance across multiple frequencies within the tissue. Additionally, in some embodiments the various electrodes can enable acquisition of ECG measurements. In embodiments configured to measure impedance and ECG, sampling of each measurement can occur periodically at staggered intervals to avoid interfering with the other measurements. In other embodiments additional sensing electrodes can be formed on the sensor that measure analytes such as, but not limited to, glucose and lactate. In order to accommodate additional analyte sensing electrodes it may be necessary for some analytes to share a common reference electrode. Alternatively, some embodiments use more than asingle analyte sensor 101 a. In embodiments wheremultiple analyte sensors 101 a are utilized, redundant electrodes for measuring different analytes can be formed on each, or both analyte sensor. Alternatively, a first analyte sensor may include a plurality of working electrodes while a second analyte sensor may include a shared, or a plurality of counter and/or reference electrodes. Other embodiments, for use in diagnosing or determining risk scores for other conditions or diseases can employ various sensors to measure other combinations of analytes in different locations within the subject. - Returning to
FIG. 1 , thesystem 100 additionally includes anelectronics module 102 that provides power for thesensor array 101 and enables bidirectional communication with other system components such as, but not limited to theexternal monitor 104,cloud computing systems 106 ormobile devices 128. Enabling theelectronics module 102 to perform such tasks are electronic module components such as, but not limited to acommunication module 108, aprocessor 110,memory 112, and apower supply 114 enclosed within an electronics module case. Theelectronics module 102 includes additional components, however, the specific components found inFIG. 1 warrant discussion regarding operation of thesystem 100. - In preferred embodiments the
power supply 114 provides power to theelectronics module 102 and also to thesensor array 101. Batteries, rechargeable or disposable, can be used for thepower supply 114. In order to minimize the likelihood of fluid ingress to the electronics module, it may be preferable to use inductive charging for embodiments using rechargeable batteries. Other embodiments use alternatives to batteries such as, but not limited to capacitors, supercapacitors, solar cells, fuel cells and the like. The specific examples provided for thepower supply 114 should not be construed as limiting. Rather, the examples provided should be viewed as examples of portable power supplies capable of supplying theelectronics module 102 and thesensor array 101 with power for the expected life of thesystem 100. - In some embodiments the
processor 110 is custom circuit such as but not limited to an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or field programmable gate array (FPGA). In other embodiments theprocessor 110 is a more generic system on chip (SoC) or system in package (SiP). In instances where a SoC or SiP is utilized,communication module 108 andmemory 112 can be integrated within the SoC or SiP. In many embodiments the processor is in communication with thesensor array 101 receiving raw signal data from the plurality of working electrodes and other sensors. In some embodiments theprocessor 110 performs minimal manipulation of the raw data from the working electrodes. Examples of minimal manipulation include, but are not limited to filtering noise and compression. In these embodiments the data from the working electrodes is transmitted to a multitude of external devices via thecommunication module 108 where processing is completed to produce a risk score for heart failure. Alternatively, in other embodiments theprocessor 110 executes stored instructions to process the sensor data before transmitting processed data that may include a risk score for heart failure to any external devices via thecommunications module 108. - In many embodiments the
electronics module 102 is coupled to thesensor array 101 during an insertion process. In most embodiments theelectronics module 102 includes a housing that when coupled with the sensor array, seals the combinedsensor array 101 andelectronics module 102 within a housing that defines an on-body assembly 300. -
FIGS. 3A and 3B are exemplary views of different on-body assemblies 300, in accordance with various embodiments of the present invention. InFIG. 3A the on-body assembly 300 is illustrated with theanalyte sensor 101 a having been deployed from theelectronics module 102.FIG. 3B is an exemplary side-view illustration of an embodiment of asensor assembly 300 that includes afirst analyte sensor 101 a and thesecond analyte sensor 302. Both the first andsecond analyte sensors 101 a/302 are shown extended from theelectronics module 102. Furthermore, a distance X separates thefirst analyte sensor 101 a from thesecond analyte sensor 302. One benefit of having multiple analyte sensors is the potential to detect and measure and robust ECG measurement between the first andsecond analyte sensors 101 a/302. Distance X between the first andsecond analyte sensors 101 a/302 can improve the ability to produce a robust ECG signal that otherwise may be difficult to obtain on a single minimally invasive analyte sensor. - In the embodiment illustrated in
FIG. 3B electrodes for the ROS, ORP and oxygen sensors may be distributed or combined onto thefirst analyte sensor 101 a and thesecond analyte sensor 302. For example, in one embodiment thefirst analyte sensor 101 a contains all the elements needed for the ROS and ORP sensor while thesecond analyte sensor 302 combines all the elements for the oxygen sensor. In another embodiment, half of the electrode for the ROS and ORP sensors are positioned on thefirst analyte sensor 101 a while the second half or the electrodes are on thesecond analyte sensor 302. Likewise, the working electrode of the oxygen sensor is positioned on thesecond analyte sensor 302 and the reference electrode, or pseudo-reference electrode, is positioned on thefirst analyte sensor 101 a. One potential advantage of distributing both working and reference/pseudo-reference electrodes for both ROS and oxygen onto thefirst analyte sensor 101 a and thesecond analyte sensor 302 is having redundant measurements from analyte sensors in different locations. If different data is acquired from thefirst analyte sensor 101 a and thesecond analyte sensor 302, the electronics within the sensor housing can perform diagnostic testing on either or all of the sensors to determine how to best to resolve any difference in sensor readings. Exemplary diagnostics include, but are not limited to changes in potential, changes in offset voltages/currents, and pre-programmed electrochemical impedance spectroscopy tests. The results of the tests on the first andsecond analyte sensors 101 a/302 can result in corrections being automatically applied to one or both sensors such as taking weighted average between sensor values from the different sensors. Additionally, signal integrity checks can be used to determine weighting between sensors. Alternatively, weight values from one or more sensors can be applied if there are signal integrity problems - In embodiments using multiple analyte sensors each analyte sensor can be inserted to identical depth or to different depths. For example, the
first analyte sensor 101 a may be inserted into subcutaneous tissue while thesecond analyte sensor 302 is inserted into the dermis. In some embodiments where each analyte sensor is inserted to a substantially same depth, electrode placement on the analyte sensor itself can accomplish measuring analytes at different insertion depths. For example oxygen sensing electrodes can be located toward the distal end of the first analyte sensor and closer to the proximal end of the second analyte sensor. By having electrodes and/or sensors at different depths within a subject a better understanding of the microcirculation within the subject can be acquired. Another benefit of electrodes and sensors at different depths is the increased path length when measuring impedance between electrodes on different analyte sensors and ECG. - In various embodiments utilizing a first and second analyte sensor, impedance measurements may be made with the
first analyte sensor 101 a, thesecond analyte sensor 302, or a combination thereof using alternating current or direct current or a combination thereof. When impedance measurements are made between electrodes on a single analyte sensor, the measurement is considered an intraprobe impedance measurement. When impedance measurements are made between an electrode on the first analyte sensor and an electrode on the second analyte sensor, the measurement is considered an interprobe measurement. Interprobe measurements can be measured at various combinations of depths. For example between an electrode at the distal end of each probe, or between an electrode at the distal end of the first analyte sensor and an electrode closer to the skin on the second analyte sensor. The ability to get a picture of impedance through various layers can enable actionable data regarding the presence or development of edema. Because edema measurements may vary depending on the location of the device/sensors, it may be necessary to record the physical location of the device on a subject. Recordation/entry of the physical location can enable data to be corrected or calibrated to more accurately reflect an overall status of a subject. -
FIGS. 4A and 4B are exemplary pseudo-isometric illustrations of asensor assembly 300 having afirst analyte sensor 101 a extending away from askin contacting surface 300 that includes askin contacting electrode 402, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. BothFIGS. 4A and 4B showsensor assembly 300 with theanalyte sensor 101 a extending away from a bottom surface of thesensor assembly 300 to an exemplary insertion depth.FIG. 4B showsskin contacting electrode 402 located on the bottom of thesensor assembly 300 that is not visible in the view shown inFIG. 4A . Theskin contacting electrode 402 is used in conjunction with the electrodes on theanalyte sensor 101 a to detect ECG signals and/or impedance. Similar to having the second analyte sensor fromFIG. 3B , theskin contacting electrode 402 creates a larger separation distance between electrodes used to measure or detect ECG signals. Locating theskin contacting electrode 402 on the bottom surface of thesensor assembly 300 enables continuous measurements to be taken between theanalyte sensor 101 a and theskin contacting electrode 402. Alternatively, measurements between theanalyte sensor 101 a and theskin contacting electrode 402 can be taken at regular intervals that can vary dynamically between partial and whole seconds, minutes and hours. - Typically, the
skin contacting surface 400 includes adhesive to secure thesensor assembly 300 in place on the skin for at least an expected wear-time that can vary between hours and multiple days. Embodiments having theskin contacting electrode 402 can include a flexible, conductive adhesive that cooperatively assists in retaining thesensor assembly 300 on the subject for the expected wear-time. -
FIG. 5A is an exemplary isometric view of asensor assembly 300 that includes animplantable analyte sensor 101 a and andexterior facing electrode 500, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. Rather than contacting the skin surface when thesensor assembly 300 is attached to the subject, theexterior facing electrode 500 is configured to use a thumb or finger to obtain a discrete ECG measurement between theexterior facing electrode 500 and theanalyte sensor 101 a. Because using theexterior facing electrode 500 results in substantially more discrete rather than continuous data users may be prompted to acquire a discrete measurement or have a measurement taken whenever skin contact with theexterior facing electrode 500 meets a threshold value for taking a measurement. - One benefit of measuring an ECG between the
exterior facing electrode 500 as a second electrode in conjunction with theanalyte sensor 101 a as the first electrode is the ability to use an opposite hand or limb to be used on the second electrode. The additional distance between theanalyte sensor 101 a and the limb/appendage/digit that contacts the second electrode may help optimize the ECG signal. The resulting discrete ECG measurements, with potentially optimized ECG signal, may be preferred for verification, confirmation or validation of a specific condition or state but continuous ECG data may be preferred for determination of a risk score. -
FIG. 5B is an exemplary isometric view of asensor assembly 300 that includes animplantable analyte sensor 101 a, andexterior facing electrode 400 and skin contacting electrode 502 (not shown, but as described inFIG. 4B ), in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. The embodiment shown inFIG. 5B is intended to include the skin contacting electrode discussed inFIG. 4B with thesensor assembly 300 fromFIG. 5A . The combination of theanalyte sensor 101 a,skin contacting electrode 502 andexterior facing electrode 502 enables ECG measurements between each of the various electrodes. For example, continuous ECG data can be acquired between electrodes incorporated on theanalyte sensor 101 a and theskin contacting electrode 502. Discrete ECG data can be obtained between theexterior facing electrode 500 and either or both of the electrodes on theanalyte sensor 101 a or theskin contacting electrode 502. Accordingly, configurations like those inFIG. 5C can be suited for both determination of a risk score and verification, confirmation or validation of a specific condition. - In
FIGS. 5A and 5B theexterior facing electrode 500 is located on a exterior facing surface of thesensor assembly 300. In various other embodiments, the exterior facing electrode can be integrated onto or into a third party device, such as, but not limited to a mobile phone, smart watch or other body worn device. Alternatively, rather than using third party integration of the exterior facing electrode, a separate exterior facing electrode that is intended to be integrated with the system can be used to compliment or verify data. -
FIG. 5C is an exemplary pseudo-isometric view of asensor assembly 300 having ananalyte sensor 101 a that is implantable, along with a firstskin contacting electrode 502 and a secondskin contacting electrode 504, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. In embodiments incorporating a firstskin contacting electrode 502 and a secondskin contacting electrode 504, the use of theanalyte sensor 101 a in measuring or detecting ECG signals may be optional. For example, ECG signals can be measured continuously between the firstskin contacting electrode 502 and the secondskin contacting electrode 504. In embodiments where electrodes associated with theanalyte sensor 101 a are used to detect ECG signals, measurements between theanalyte sensor 101 a and either the first or secondskin contacting electrodes 502/504 can contribute to ECG sensing. Alternatively, ECG signals determined using theanalyte sensor 101 a can be redundantly sampled or used to verify signals detected between the first and secondskin contacting electrodes 502/504. -
FIGS. 6A-6D are exemplary illustrations of asensor embodiment 300 having adjustableskin contacting leads sensor assembly 300, the first skin contacting electrode can be located on apositionable lead 600 a. WhileFIG. 4B shows the first and secondskin contacting electrodes 602/604 associated withpositionable leads 600 a/600 b, some embodiments may includes first skin contacting electrode on a positionable lead while having a second skin contacting electrode formed on the skin contacting surface 400 (as shown inFIG. 4A ). As described above in the discussion ofFIG. 5C , ECG signals between either of the first or second skin contacting electrodes and theanalyte sensor 101 a can be optionally utilized to measure ECG signals. -
FIGS. 6C and 6D illustrate differences between a first position and a second position for the positionable leads 600 a/600 b, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. In these embodiments in the first position (FIG. 6C ) most of the positionable leads 600 a/600 b are intended to be retracted or contained within thesensor assembly 300. Deployment of the positionable leads 600 a/600 b to a second position (FIG. 6D ) results in the the first and second skin contacting electrodes being separated by a distance X. In some embodiments the skin contacting electrodes are intended to be temporarily attached in the second position and after taking an ECG reading, the positionable electrodes and associated skin contacting electrodes can be returned to the first position. In other embodiments, the positionable leads are not intended to be retracted after deployment into the second position. - In
FIGS. 6C and 6D , positionable leads 600 a and 600 b are exemplary illustrated as bands or tapes but in other embodiments, the positionable leads can also be comprised of flexible wires that further enhance the ability of the positionable leads to move more freely in various directions. Additionally, whileFIGS. 6C and 6D show both positionable leads 600 a and 600 b both moving to the second position, some embodiments may include a single positionable lead and a skin contacting electrode may be incorporated on the skin contacting surface of thesensor assembly 300. - The various embodiments of the sensor assembly illustrated in
FIGS. 3A through 6D should be construed as exemplary and various combinations of features described in each of the various embodiments can be combined into different embodiments. For example, the multiple analyte sensors disclosed in 3B can be applied to embodiments having a single or multiple skin contacting electrodes, positionable electrodes, and exterior facing electrodes. Similarly, a single sensor assembly may include multiple exterior facing electrodes that enables ECG signals to be detected between fingers on a right hand and a left hand. - In many embodiments the
communications module 108 is based on personal area network technology commonly referred to as Bluetooth low energy (BLE) or Bluetooth Smart. In other embodiments, a customized or semi-custom communication standard is utilized. However, one common trait for anycommunication module 108 is the ability to securely send and receive data between at least a third party device and theelectronics communication module 102. The ability to securely transmit either raw or processed data using thecommunications module 102 enables flexibility that allows thesystem 100 to be adaptable from a mobile monitor to being an integral component within a hospital ward. - In one embodiment data from the
sensor array 101 is sent via thecommunications module 108 to acloud computing system 106, also commonly referred to as “the cloud”. In still other embodiments data from thesensor array 101 is transmitted via thecommunications module 108 to anexternal monitor 104. Clinical settings such as a hospital ward where multiple monitors display a plurality of condition being monitored for a patient could be ideal settings for embodiments where theelectronics module 102 transmits to anexternal monitor 104 or thecloud 106. For example, with the appropriate infrastructure data from thesensor array 101 can be transmitted in real-time to an electronic medical record stored in thecloud 106. Alternatively, in some embodiments data can be transmitted from theexternal monitor 104 to thecloud 106 where it is stored as part of an electronic medical record. - In still other embodiments, the
electronics module 102 transmits data from thesensor array 101 to amobile device 128 such as, but not limited to a smartphone, a smartwatch, a portable fitness monitor, a tablet, a notebook computer, an ultrabook computer, or an aftermarket or integrated infotainment center for a vehicle. The examples of amobile device 128 are not intended to be construed as limiting. Rather, the examples are intended to provide guidance regarding the types of devices that can receive and/or transmit data to theelectronics module 102. Accordingly, devices that can be viewed as similar to those listed should be considered contemplated by the current disclosure. In embodiments where themobile device 128 includes a connection to the internet, themobile device 128 can send data to thecloud 106 where the data can be archived, shared with other devices, be further processed or become data to enable machine learning. Utilizing the data to enable machine learning further enables data-driven improvements such as development of algorithms that are patient specific or algorithms that are applied universally across all patients. For example, depending on how much information is provided with the data provided for machine learning, patient specific algorithms can include, but are not limited to factors such as age, race, weight, and pre-existing conditions. Similarly, regardless of patient specific information, all data processed via machine learning can be utilized to improve algorithms with the goal being improved outcomes for all patients. - Even with embodiments where additional processing is handled on either an
external monitor 104 or thecloud 106,memory 112 can be used to store data from thesensor array 101 on theelectronics module 102. Using thememory 112 to store data from thesensor array 101 can ensure sensor data is not lost if there are connectivity interruptions between theelectronics module 102 and theexternal monitor 104, thecloud 106, or amobile device 128. Thememory 112 can further be used to store program instructions for the processor, or to store values for variables used by theprocessor 110 to output a risk factor for heart failure. - In many embodiments the
electronics module 102 is removably coupled with thesensor array 101. With these embodiments, theelectronics module 102 is capable of being reused after thesensor array 101 is deemed consumed or depleted. In other embodiments, a permanent coupling is achieved after an initial coupling between theelectronic module 102 and thesensor array 101. In these embodiments, theelectronics module 102 is considered disposable and is intended to be discarded after thesensor array 101 is deemed consumed. Alternatively, to reduce environmental impact, select portions of the electronics module, such as, but not limited to thepower supply 114 andcommunications module 108 are recyclable. In many embodiments, initially coupling theelectronics module 102 to thesensor array 101 provides power to the electrodes and initiates the program instructions stored in either theprocessor 110 or thememory 112. - In many of these embodiments, the electronics module includes a
feedback device 113. Thefeedback device 113 provides feedback regarding the status of the combinedelectronics module 102 andsensor array 101. For example, in some embodiments thefeedback device 113 is a single or a plurality of multi colored LED that blinks a first color and/or first pattern when the system is functioning with design parameters and a second color and/or second pattern if there is an error within the system. In other embodiments, the LED is a single color that uses different frequency of blinks to convey status of the system. In still other embodiments, the feedback module includes a vibration device similar those used in mobile phones to convey status of the system. In still other embodiments, a piezo or other audible sound emitting device is used as thefeedback device 113. - The
external monitor 104 may include some components not found in theelectronics module 102, such as a graphic user interface (GUI) 122 and adisplay 124. Other components of theexternal monitor 104, such as acommunication module 116, aprocessor 118, a memory and apower supply 126 may seem duplicative of components in theelectronics module 102, but may have different or improved capabilities or functionality. For example, while thepower supply 114 of theelectronics module 102 may be a battery, thepower supply 126 for theexternal monitor 104 may include an AC power supply that is supplemented with a rechargeable battery to enable theexternal monitor 104 to operate seamlessly between being plugged into a wall socket and being moved throughout a hospital until it can be eventually be plugged back into a wall socket. - For purposes of this invention, the
GUI 122 further includes human interface devices that enable interaction with theGUI 122 such as but not limited to virtual or physical keyboards, touchscreens, joysticks, control pads and the like. Accordingly, use of theGUI 122 in conjunction with thedisplay 124 enables user input to thesystem 100 and further allows selection or customization of what is shown on thedisplay 124. TheGUI 122 in conjunction with thecommunication module 116 and thecommunication module 108 further enables settings on theelectronics module 102 to be manipulated or adjusted to optimize output from thesystem 100. Similarly, theGUI 122 enables user input to theprocessor 118 or thememory 120 to enable input and adjust settings that are applied to data from thesensor array 101 to determine a risk factor for heart failure. - The system further optionally includes a
mobile device 128 having a user interface, such as, but not limited to a smartphone, a mobile phone, a smartwatch, a laptop, an ultrabook, a tablet computing device, a pager, and the like. Themobile device 128 is configured to receive data from theelectronics module 102 via at least one of thecloud 106, theexternal monitor 104, or theelectronics module 102 itself. In many embodiments themobile device 128 is in bidirectional communication with theelectronics module 102 that enables input via the user interface of themobile device 128 to be transmitted to theelectronic module 102. This enables a user of themobile device 128 to manipulate, configure, or program settings on theelectronics module 102. In some embodiments, bidirectional communications enables processing of data from thesensor array 101 on themobile device 128. Additionally, in embodiments where themobile device 128 includes a display, real time data and trends derived from the data is shown on themobile device 128. In embodiments where themobile device 128 includes at least one of an audible, tactile and visual alarm, themobile device 128 can be used to update users of themobile device 128 of the status of a patient wearing thesensor array 101. The status of the user includes, but is not limited to whether thesystem 100 is functioning properly, faults within thesystem 100, or real time measurements from thesensor array 101. - Another optional component within the
system 100 is thecloud 106. Generally, thecloud 106 is considered a type of cloud computing that can be generalized as internet based computing that provides on demand shared computing processing resources and data to computer and other internet connected devices. In some embodiments thecloud 106 receives data from theelectronics module 102 directly. In other embodiments data from the electronics module is transmitted to themobile device 128 before being transmitted to thecloud 106. In still other embodiments, thecloud 106 receives data from theelectronics module 102 via theexternal monitor 104. In still other embodiments, various permutations of communications initiated by the electronics module and transmitted between theexternal monitor 104 and themobile device 128 results in data being transmitted to thecloud 106. - Data received by the
cloud 106 may have already been processed by an intermediary device or can be processed on thecloud 106 and transmitted back to the intermediary device. In some embodiments, thecloud 106 contains electronic medical records and data from thesensor array 101 is automatically uploaded to the electronic medical records. With real time data being uploaded to the cloud, it becomes possible to apply machine learning which can further enable automatic or semi-automatic adjustments to theelectronics module 102. Automatic updating would result in changes to the programming of the electronics module without human intervention whereas semi-automatic updating would require someone to confirm changes to the programming of theelectronics module 102. In one example, thecloud 106 enables examination of medical history such as pre-existing conditions and family history and machine learning can suggest or set customized thresholds and sensor sampling rates based on previous data from patients with similar conditions and data - The previously discussed components or elements within the
system 100 are intended to be exemplary rather than limiting. As the system is intended to be flexible components are able to be added and removed based on immediate needs. This includes enabling or disabling system components within one environment while enabling or disabling the same system components at a later point. -
FIG. 7 is an exemplary flowchart illustrating operations performed by various components of thesystem 100 while determining a risk score for heart failure in an interactive mode for an ambulatory subject, in accordance with embodiments of the invention. The flowchart begins withoperation 700 that collects data from the sensor array 10. In some embodiments,operation 700 is performed while the system is in a low power operating mode that passively collects data from the sensor array such as, but not limited to heart rate, tissue oxygen levels and concentration of ROS/ORP. In other embodiments low power operation includes either or both measurements of tissue impedance and ECG at relatively long periodic intervals.Operation 702 utilizes the data acquired inoperation 700 to determine a risk score for developing heart failure.Operation 704 determines if the risk score determined inoperation 702 is elevated. In some embodiments various threshold levels can be set to define when a risk score is elevated. In other embodiments, threshold levels for an elevated risk score are predetermined and are not user configurable. Ifoperation 704 determined the risk score is not elevated, the flowchart returns tooperation 700. - If
operation 704 determines the risk score is elevated,operation 706 begins operating the system in a high-power ECG sampling mode. High-power ECG sampling mode begins sampling ECG data at a higher frequency that may have been sampled during low-power operation.Operation 708 confirms if data acquired while using high-power mode confirms the elevated risk determined when using low-power mode. If the elevated risk is not confirmed,operation 710 returns the system to low-power operation while increasing the sampling rate of ECG data. Ifoperation 708 confirms theelevated risk operation 712 continues high-power ECG sampling. While operating in high-power ECG sampling modeoptional operation 714 provides instructions on a display for the subject to perform additional actions. In many embodiments the additional actions include, but are not limited to have the subject walk, stand, sit, lie down, and/or touch an skin contacting electrode on the exterior of the sensor assembly and the like. While the subject is performing the additional actions the system would operate in high-power mode acquiring ECG data. In embodiments where the system is connected to the cloud or other online data systems,operation 716 creates a risk snapshot that can be sent to the electronic medical records for a subject or to a subject's physician of choice. - In other embodiments, the
system 100 operates in an active monitoring mode. The active monitoring mode may be more appropriate for hospital environments and enables more frequent sampling of ECG data. In many embodiments of active monitoring mode, it may already be known that the subject has an elevated risk profile that enables the system to optionally bypass the low-power mode described above regarding interactive mode. However, even in active monitoring mode, additional interactions may still be requested if additional data is required for pathological diagnosis or determination of a risk score. - The particular operating modes described above are intended to be exemplary and should not be construed as limiting. Additional embodiments different than those described above can encompass various other operational protocols and sensors that enable additional or fewer features. Additionally, the operations described above should not be construed as having to be performed in any particular order insofar as the operations can be reordered without compromising functionality of the system.
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FIGS. 8A-8H are various exemplary illustrations of what can be presented on adisplay 124 or mobile device 128 (FIG. 1 ), in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. In most embodiments the display is the primary method of providing feedback to the subject being monitored. Data acquired by the sensor array may be periodically streamed or uploaded to a care partner or clinician, however in an ambulatory setting, the display or mobile device application enables a subject to view their current and past states. Accordingly, embodiments of a mobile application or hospital monitor should enable a daily review of risk factors that are individual components of the risk score. Additionally, viewing of instantaneous data from the sensor array, along with review of historical data should also be enabled. Furthermore, the application or display should enable interactive self-checks as directed by a software application along with allowing freeform text entry for logging individual events. In preferred embodiments, the application/display will further enable contact sharing and/or real time data sharing with a care partner or clinician. -
FIG. 8A is an exemplary illustration of a heart failure monitoring application showing default screens for monitoring a subject with thesystem 100. Input through a user interface allows selection to display different information such as, but not limited to realtime data or data acquired within a specified window.FIG. 8B is an example of a screen for a heart failure monitoring application that displays real-time data along with a risk score of developing heart failure. Various graphical elements such as, but not limited to, arrows and colors of arrows can be used to indicate trending information. Additionally, real-time metrics can be displayed concurrently with baseline or “ideal” values for the specified metric. -
FIG. 8C is a non-binding, non-limiting sample mockup screen of a notification displayed to a user of thesystem 100. As illustrated the screen indicates an alert regarding the risk score and provides interactive instructions to enter an interactive mode.FIG. 8D is a sample screen of an interactive mode. In many embodiments, the interactive mode display videos or pictures of motions/actions that are intended to be performed by the user. Text and/or audible instructions can accompany the graphical instructions. In many embodiments, the interactive mode screens are modeled after troubleshooting screens/instructions associated with changing toner cartridges and clearing paper jams in photocopiers and printers. - The types of instructions provided in interactive mode may vary depending on the location of the sensor assembly on the subject. However, the overall goal of interactive mode is to have a subject perform specific physical tasks that enables refinement and/or confirmation of the risk score for heart failure. Non-limiting, exemplary interactive instructions would be for a subject to raise or lower their arms or legs a specified number of times within a specified time period. As the requested motions are being performed, accelerometers or other sensors within the sensor array can assist in confirming if the subject is actually moving and performing some, if not all the required movements. Throughout the time period to execute the instructions, the sensor array can further measure changes in within the microcirculation surrounding the sensor via changes in at least one of tissue oxygen levels, ROS, lactate or glucose. The particular physical task described above should not be construed as limiting. Other types of physical tasks include, but are not limited to forming and squeezing a first multiple times, performing bicep curls, squatting and standing a specified number of times, stomach crunches, jumping jacks, and the like.
- In many embodiments, various combinations of physical tasks may be requested. In addition to combinations of physical tasks, instructions may be provided to a user to take rest periods between physical tasks. Depending on the changes measured by the sensor array during and after the requisite physical task or tasks are performed, follow up physical tasks may be requested or additional input may be requested. For example, if additional data is required the system may remain in interactive mode and request additional different physical movement or repetition of previously executed physical movements. Alternatively, in some embodiments, especially those being used within a clinical environment, may request specific data from electronic health records or even data such as, but not limited to urine output, intravenous input, fluid consumption, meal times, estimated carbohydrates consumed and the like.
- Because the system can be deployed in a wide variety of environments, such as, but not limited to the ones described above and throughout this disclosure, an additional feature of the system is the ability to adapt for patients or subjects that are utilizing an oxygen mask or whose therapy or condition requires the use of assisted ventilation. Regardless of whether the use of an oxygen mask or ventilator is the result of a clinical procedure or an unexpected event, in either case increasing inhaled oxygen should result in a measurable change in tissue oxygenation. In embodiments where tissue oxygen of a patient is being monitored prior to use of an oxygen mask or ventilator, if a change is not detected, or if the change is not sufficient, the system can utilize the data as a component in determination of a risk score. For patients already receiving oxygen or requiring ventilation, the tissue oxygen sensors can provide feedback regarding efficacy of therapy.
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FIG. 8E is a sample screen illustrating how real-time data could be displayed whileFIG. 8F shows an exemplary text entry screen to initiate or continue communication with a physician or care provider. InFIG. 8E , real-time data can be displayed in discrete numbers or graphically over time. Additionally, in some embodiments the user is allowed to select which metric or metrics are displayed. The communication screen shown asFIG. 8F is intended to allow a user to enter notes or initiate contact or continue ongoing communication with a physician, clinician or care provider. In some embodiments, text entry can be automatically sent as an email, SMS, or chat protocol such as, but not limited to iMessage, Google Allo, WhatsApp, Google Hangouts or the like. In still other embodiments, the communication screen further enables video chatting directly with a clinician, physician or caretaker using protocols such as, but not limited to Apple Facetime, Microsoft Skype, Google Hangouts, or Google Chat. In still other embodiments, the communications screen enables a user to contact emergency medical services while concurrently sending real-time data from the system along with a user's location via global positioning system (GPS) when available. -
FIG. 8G is an example of a monitoring screen in a hospital environment whileFIG. 8H is an example of an alert screen within a hospital environment. In bothFIGS. 8G /8H, more technical displays are enabled that include various real-time sensor measurements for the clinical staff. For example, longitudinal view are available for ECG waveforms along with real-time and historical risk score values. Additional annotations such as trend indicators, target values and threshold values are optional available for display. In most embodiments ofFIGS. 8G /8H, clinical staff are allowed to modify or configure which and in what format the various metrics are displayed. Furthermore, in clinician mode the monitor can be used to configure alerts and alarms that can be in the form of visual screen and/or audible tones. In some embodiments the alerts and alarms are effectuated locally at the monitor where they were configured. In other embodiments, attending physicians along with clinical staff can be notified via pager, SMS messaging or other proprietary communications protocol. -
FIG. 9 is an exemplary block diagram illustrating how data from the sensor array is processed by a risk algorithm to determine a risk score of developing heart failure, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. The risk algorithm uses input data 900 that includes multiple parameters 900 a-900 e to assess a subject's risk for heart failure. The parameters included inFIG. 9 include measurements from the sensor array such as, but not limited to ECG data 900 a,tissue oxygen 900 b,ROS 900 c andORP 900 d. Additionally,patient data 900 e includes subject-specific demographic information (i.e. for high risk individuals, for those with pacemakers, etc).Patient data 900 e can further include event-based inputs can also be handled the same way as demographic information (i.e. drug administration like blood thinners). - In preferred embodiments ECG data 900 a is evaluated and transformed into secondary inputs such as, but not limited to, average heart rate (HR) 900 a-1, ST segment (ST) 900 a-2, QRS interval (QRS) 900 a-3, and P-wave duration (P) 900 a-4. Likewise,
oxygen sensor data 900 b can be transformed into partial pressure of oxygen (pO2) 900 b-1 andROS sensor data 900 c can be transformed into an ROS/ORP ratio based onROS 900 c-1 andORP 900 d-1. Similarly,patient data 900 e can be parsed for algorithm specific risk factors such as, but not limited to age, height, weight, and whether the patient smoke are non-limiting exemplary risk factors. -
Pre-processor 904 pre-processes the input data and secondary data to provide optional data such as, but not limited to, a normalized signal, or a baseline value (longitudinal moving average), and/or rate of change (longitudinal).Risk transformation 908 applies risk transformations to the pre-processed metrics resulting in a normalized risk value [−1, 1] based on clinical standards for “safe” versus “risky” regions/values. The transformed risk values are combined into afinal risk score 910 of heart failure via weighted average. In one embodiment, standard weights for patients with no preexisting conditions/unknown conditions would be provided. Weights can be modified automatically based on patient demographic data (preexisting condition, genetics, etc.). In addition, depending on the environment (e.g. operating room, intensive care unit, etc.) a clinician may decide to modify risk weights to tune sensitivity/specificity of the device. - In many embodiments, metrics are weighted based on a number of factors such as, but not limited to the correlation of a metric with heart failure and heart failure risk, discernable accuracy using the system, and capability to provide real-time information about the subject. For example, the average heart rate (HR) of a subject may be very heavily weighted because heart rate is a relatively easy diagnostic of heart failure. Additionally, heart rate can be obtained in real-time via the sensor array and its periodicity makes the signal readily processible. Similarly, ECG signals that directly measure the polarization of the chambers of the heart and its measurement directly measures the function of heart muscles. While ECG signals can provide more information than the simpler heart rate metric, particularly in a pathological sense, obtaining quality ECG signals may be more difficult because signal strength can depend on electrode orientation. An additional potential issue using ECG signals is that with more data to process (e.g., ST, QRS, and P) there is an increased potential for errors in measuring and processing the data. However, in many embodiments, the metrics of heart rate and ECG are given more weight in the risk algorithm because of the high correlation with heart failure and risk of developing heart failure.
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FIGS. 10A-10D are exemplary illustrations of risk transformations in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. In many embodiments,risk transformations 908 are applied to pre-processed data Physiologically there are at least four types of transformations for the primary and/or secondary metrics.FIGS. 10A-10D illustrate risk increase in quadratic fashion versus input value, however these can be modified or augmented to be binary, or linear, or another higher-level transformation. Regardless of the type of transformation, the risk transformation should modeled to properly estimate risk for heart failure. Two exemplary considerations in how gradually risk should be modified include, but are not limited to clinical relevance and sensor accuracy, or reading specificity. - Clinical relevance can be understood by considering the deviation from “normal” physiological ranges. However, deviations from “normal” are typically not binary in nature thereby allowing for a gradual elevation in risk. However, in some cases a rapid “switch” in risk may be appropriate (i.e., detection of atrial fibrillation in ECG signals should immediately trigger a high risk warning). Sensor accuracy, or reading specificity can be considered regarding the ROS sensors. In some embodiments if there is a high level of background noise (poor selectivity for the target substrate i.e. H202), then risk may need to be more gradually compared to the standalone physiological ranges. Fortunately, this can be accounted for in the risk transformation and/or in the relative weighting to calculate the aggregate risk score.
- In the embodiments described, oxygen, ROS and ORP are provided by real-time sensors. Changes in the peripheral concentrations of oxygen and ROS/ORP, away from the norm can be symptomatic of heart malfunction. Specifically, poor or low tissue oxygenation may be indicative of inefficient oxygen transfer via the circulatory system. Furthermore, changes or fluctuations in ROS and/or ORP may be suggestive of irregular stress or cellular death. However, note that changes in oxygen concentration are not necessarily a result of heart failure.
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FIG. 10A is an exemplary illustration of a risk transformation where risk increases with increased signal. An example of a metric that may use the risk transformation shown inFIG. 10A could be ROS.FIG. 10B is an example of risk transformation where risk increase with decreasing readings. When determining a heart failure risk score a metric such as P-wave duration could use the risk transformation inFIG. 10B . Specifically, a low P-wave frequency could indicate atrial-ventricular blockage. This could be modeled as P-wave frequency (n events/second), or P-wave period (inverse, n seconds per event).FIG. 10C is an archetypal risk transformation for use where risk associated with a metric increases outside of an acceptable clinical range. Oxygen concentration is an exemplary metric where the risk transformation inFIG. 10C could be applied.FIG. 10D is a risk transformation for a metric where there is a constant risk. Exemplary metrics where a constant risk transformation could be applicable can be found in demographic information, such as, but not limited to age. - In various embodiments alerts and alarms are triggered by individual metrics crossing a specified threshold. For example, each of the secondary inputs can have at least one threshold value that will trigger an alarm or alert. For example, in one embodiments an alarm can be triggered if the average heart rate (HR) 900 a-1 drops below 40. In many embodiments, predictive alerts are enabled using primary and secondary metrics in conjunction with rate of change data. An example of this type of alert would be based on a rapid increase in average heart rate. In still other embodiments, combinations of alerts and alarms can be used, such as, but not limited to an alarm that notifies a subject that there has been a rapid increase in average heart rate in addition to a low pO2. In still other embodiments, alarms and alerts can be configured based on the final risk metric 910 itself.
- As previously discussed, the system is intended to be used in a variety of modes such as, but not limited to ambulatory monitoring, and remote monitoring each optionally supplemented by a feedback mode. Ambulatory monitoring mode is intended to either monitor progress of a patient previously diagnosed with heart failure or provide notification if a patient is potentially trending towards heart failure. The remote monitor mode is intended to leverage mobile technology and cloud based communications to provide early notification of the potential development of heart failure in high-risk patients away from traditional medical or care facilities. An additional mode, referred to as display mode, is to simply display and optionally record data from the sensor array on a display. The particular embodiments discussed above are exemplary embodiments of the system and should not be construed as the explicit limits of the system.
- Other embodiments of the invention include separately or together, both detection and disease management based on continuous real time monitoring of multiple analytes indicative of disease states or medical conditions. For example, the system is adaptable to monitor the effectiveness of treatments such as, but not limited to chemotherapy. As many types of cancer are known to produce hypermetabolic activity within close proximity of a tumor, real time monitoring of metabolic activity near the tumor can provide insight of the efficacy of treatment. Similarly, the system is further adaptable to provide real time measurements and monitoring of analytes that are indicative of metabolic conditions and disease states associated therewith.
- In addition to monitoring efficacy of cancer therapy and treatments, embodiments of the invention can also be used to monitor for conditions indicative of cancer in light of the following pathophysiological for some types of cancer. High energy metabolites such as ketones and lactate are associated with accelerated tumor growth and tumor metastases. Furthermore, increases in anabolic tumor growth rates are associated with upregulated mitochondrial metabolism that often are the byproduct of increases in circulating oxygen. Unique to behavior of cancer cells is the so called Warburg effect that describes the increased conversion to glucose to lactate even in the presence of normal to high levels of circulating oxygen. The energetically inefficient nature of the Warburg effect drives increases in glucose uptake through signaling pathways that ultimately leads to increases in insulin resistance and a concomitant increase in circulating glucose. The complex interplay amongst metabolic pathways associated with cancer cells suggest a continuous monitor capable of measuring ketones, oxygen, glucose, and lactate can be used to monitor those at risk for cancer, those who are being treated for cancer, and those who are at risk for cancer recurrence.
- The continuous measurement of metabolites, their rates of change, and their relative concentrations can be analyzed through algorithms that serve to simulate or model the pathophysiological processes associated with tumor or cancer cell growth in order to identify individuals whose cancer risks have markedly increased and to then alert members of the care team through wired or wireless communication methods who can then initiate the appropriate intervention. A cancer monitoring system such as the one described above can also be used to monitor the effectiveness of a range of treatments and may in fact be used to enable more effective continuous treatment as opposed to the episodic or periodic protocols that tend to be reactive and as a result less effective in regards to treatment efficacy.
- In embodiments not associated with metabolic conditions, the system is configurable to measure reactive oxide molecules such as, but not limited to nitric oxide and superoxide. As part of the body's inflammation response reactive oxide molecules are often overexpressed. Overexpression of reactive oxide molecules can cause the disruption of processes in the mitochondria and may have a role in mitochondrion dysfunction. Monitoring or detecting reactive oxide molecules and superoxide in relation to inflammation can be valuable within a hospital because of the strong indication for infection, regardless of patient profile.
- While the specific embodiments discussed above are generally related to implantable probes or sensors, other embodiments can use non-invasive sensors to obtain tissue oxygen levels, other analyte levels or concentrations, and tissue hydration. In these embodiments, ECG data can be obtained using a variety of methods that includes, but is not limited to measuring ECG data between a skin contacting electrode and a implanted (temporarily or otherwise) probe or between two separate skin contacting electrodes. In embodiments using a skin contacting electrode and an implantable probe, the probe may be specifically implanted to obtain ECG data or may alternatively assist in determining tissue hydration. In the various embodiments discussed throughout this disclosure it is intended that features in each of the various embodiments can be combined or even separated where possible for the broadest possible configurations and embodiments.
- Accordingly, while the description above refers to particular embodiments of the invention, it will be understood that many modifications may be made without departing from the spirit thereof. The presently disclosed embodiments are therefore to be considered in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive, the scope of the invention being indicated by the appended claims, rather than the foregoing description, and all changes that come within the meaning and range of equivalency of the claims are therefore intended to be embraced therein.
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1. A biosensor assembly measuring multiple parameters, comprising:
a first implantable probe; and
a first skin contactable electrode, wherein a first physiological parameter is measured between the first implantable probe and the first skin contactable electrode.
2. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 1 , wherein the first implantable probe is inserted through skin of a subject and measures a second physiological parameter independent of the first skin contactable electrode.
3. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 2 , wherein the first implantable probe measures a third physiological parameter independent of the first skin contactable electrode.
4. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 1 , wherein placement of the biosensor locates the first skin contactable electrode against skin thereby enabling automated periodic measurements of the first physiological parameter.
5. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 4 further comprising:
a second skin contacting electrode being located on a different surface of the biosensor assembly than the first skin contactable electrode, the second skin contacting electrode being placed on an exterior facing surface of the biosensor assembly enabling on-demand measurement of a fourth physiological parameter between the second skin contacting electrode and either the first implantable probe or the first skin contactable electrode.
6. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 2 , further comprising:
a second implantable probe inserted into subcutaneous tissue redundantly measuring the second physiological parameter independent of the first skin contactable electrode and the first implantable probe.
7. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 2 , further comprising:
a second implantable probe inserted into subcutaneous tissue and measures a different physiological parameter than the first implantable probe.
8. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 2 , further comprising:
a second implantable probe inserted into subcutaneous tissue and measures a different physiological parameter than the first implantable probe and also redundantly measures the first physiological parameter as the first implantable probe.
9. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 2 , wherein the first implantable probe measures at least one physiological parameter independent of the first skin contactable electrode.
10. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 2 , wherein the first implantable probe measures a first plurality of physiological parameters independent of the first skin contactable electrode.
11. The biosensor assembly as described in claim 1 , further comprising a second implantable probe being inserted into subcutaneous tissue, the second implantable probe measuring a second plurality of physiological parameters, wherein at least one of the second plurality of physiological parameters is the same as one of the first plurality of physiological parameters.
12. The biosensor as described in claim 1 , further comprising a second implantable probe being inserted into subcutaneous tissues, the second implantable probe measuring a second plurality of physiological parameters, wherein the second plurality of physiological parameters is different than the first plurality of physiological parameters.
13. The biosensor as described in claim 1 , further comprising a second implantable probe being inserted into subcutaneous tissues, the first physiological parameter being redundantly measured between the second implantable probe and the first skin contactable electrode.
14. The biosensor as described in claim 1 , wherein the first implantable probe includes electrodes on both and A-side and a B-side.
15. The biosensor as described in claim 1 , wherein measuring the first physiological parameter is measured between electrodes on both the A-side and B-side of the first implantable probe and the first skin contactable electrode.
16. The biosensor as described in claim 1 , wherein measuring the first physiological parameter is measured between electrodes on either the A-side or the B-side, of the first implantable probe and the first skin contactable electrode.
17. The biosensor as described in claim X, wherein physiological parameters are measured between the second skin contacting electrode and the first skin contacting electrode.
18. The biosensor as described in claim 5 , wherein physiological parameters are measured between the second skin contacting electrode and either the first or second implantable probe.
19. The biosensor as described in claim 5 , wherein physiological parameters are measured between the second skin contacting electrode and electrodes on the A-side of the first or second implantable probe.
20. The biosensor as described in claim 5 , wherein physiological parameters are measured between the second skin contacting electrode and the electrode on the B-side of the first or second implantable probe.
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