Team 13

Wound Stabilizer

Team Members:

Lauren Conrad

Damian Gordillo-Velazquez

Isabella Erazo-Hacey

Team Mentors:

Dr. Jessica Weaver - Arizona State University

Lindsay Oleson - Rimkus

YouTube Link:
View the video link below before joining the zoom meeting

Zoom Link:
https://asu.zoom.us/j/81938273795

Abstract

The Wound stabilizer is a device that will change the game of deep laceration scars created during surgery. The three-step device will be composed of three different pieces. The first piece is a biomaterial that will be applied to the deep wound that will promote healing and decrease infection rate. Then, there will be two non-removable pieces. The first piece will be removed when the wound has closed fully. The anchoring piece (1st piece) will be secured by a medical specialist at each side of the wound. A third removable piece made for wound hygiene (like a gauze pad) will be placed on top to secure the two side pieces more and close the wound. This will also help keep the wound clean. Through interviews with mentors and the end user we have created this design to be easy to use for the doctor, as well as be comfortable and effective for the patient. As a group, we also ensured that the materials were compatible with the body and able to help heal the wound without causing adverse side effects. The materials used are expected to be of high quality while making sure we are within budget to ensure a profit will be possible when product goes to market, and the device would be marketable to the end-user. This device will be similar to other products on the market, however the difference is how this will be sold as a kit for specific surgery, and will be placed and maintained by the medical professional. We are working on having a way to eliminate the need for non-dissolvable stitches in the deep laceration. Through the use of simulation, the product will be tested to determine its efficacy and accuracy. Quality control would be used to ensure the product meets its standards.