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Thin Films and Sensors : Real-time Blood Pressure Monitoring in Porcine Tibial Artery Using LC Resonant Pressure Sensor
Won Seok Choi, Jin Tae Kim, Yeun Ho Joung
J Electr Electron Mater 2012;25(6):445-450.   Published online June 1, 2012
We have developed an implantable wireless sensor for real time pressure monitoring of blood circulation system. MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical system) technology was adopted as a sensor development method. The sensor is composed of photolithographically patterned inductors and a distributed capacitor in gap between the inductors. A resulting LC resonant system produces its resonant frequency in range of 269 to 284 MHz at 740 mmHg. To read the resonant frequency changed by blood pressure variation, we developed a custom readout system based on a network analyzer functionality, The bench-top testing of the pressure sensors showed good mechanical and electrical functionality. A sensor was implanted into tibial artery of farm pig, and interrogated wirelessly with accurate readings of blood pressure. After 45 days, the sensor`s electrical response and histopathology were studied with good frequency reading and biocompatibility.
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