Surgibox

Product Description

SurgiBox is a surgical technique that combines the benefits of state-of-the-art operating rooms with comprehensive personal protective equipment, in one ultraportable package. SurgiBox’s platform technology integrates seamlessly into surgical workflows to make surgery safer for patients and providers alike.

Target SDGs

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being

Market Suggested Retail Price

$132.00

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Public Sector Agencies, NGOs

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

Unknown

Countries

United States

Manufacturing/Building Method

This product is currently in the prototyping phase and not yet manufactured at scale.

Intellectural Property Type

Patent

User Provision Model

The designers have not yet selected their user provision model.

Distributions to Date Status

None

Equipment Provided

High visibility plastic, arm port, adhesive drape, surgical tray, fan, and filter

Method of Sterilization

Fan and filter prevents external infection

Shelf Life

5-10 years

Number of Successful Surgeries

None

Type of Surgery

Urgent surgery without medical device

Design Specifications

Features

Weighs less than 4 kgs
Setup is less than 120 seconds
Fits in a backpack
Low logistical footprint
Excellent visual clarity
Ergonomic : fits in existing surgical workflows

Product Schematics

Technical Support

Provided by the manufacturer

Replacement Components

Replaceable components include the battery for the fan.

Lifecycle

5 - 10 years

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

Designer specified performance targets include: user-friendly, lightweight, durable, portable, and low-cost.

Vetted Performance Status

No testing has been completed

Safety

Users must take appropriate precautions when using a fan.

Complementary Technical Systems

None

Academic Research and References

Elisha, M., Shafagh, M., et al., 2014, “Intraoperative fluoroscopy, portable X-ray, and CT: patient and operating room personnel radiation exposure in spinal surgery.” The Spine Journal, 14, pp. 2292-2294.

Mark, L., 2014, “Commentary on: Intraoperative fluoroscopy, portable X-ray, and CT: patient and operating room personnel radiation exposure in spinal surgery.” The Spine Journal, 14, pp. 2985-2991.

Mulconrey, D., 2016, “Fluoroscopic Radiation Exposure in Spinal Surgery.” Clinical Spine Surgery, 29, pp. 331-335.

Create the Future, “SurgiBox: The Operating Room in a Backpack“, 2018

Compliance with regulations

The product is planning to get a certificate by US FDA General Controls and similar regulations.

Evaluation methods

Unknown

Other Information

None

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Implemented by

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

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