Amazing PDA

InfraScan Inc. has been developing an awesome piece of technology that will soon be available on the open market: the "Infrascanner System" is a PDA-based device with some very cool extras. Identifying head injuries in the field can be a difficult task, I can tell you first hand. Technologies such as CT scans and X-Ray are not something you see outside of a hospital or clinic too often, so to solve this dilemma the Infrascanner was created. Already having been proven in multiple field tests that include those of the US Navy and Marines, the device is merely awaiting clearance by the US FDA for public use.

The Infrascanner works by detecting differences in light absorption in the hemispheres of the brain. This is done by placing probes on the head of the patient in symmetrical positions, then using the scanner device to emit near-IR light and measure the absorbency. Then, if there is an area where the light is absorbed more then normal, it is likely that is the site of the intracranial bleed. This is due to the extra hemoglobin in the build up of blood that absorbs more light.

As you can imagine, this technology has huge potential. From how the procedure is described, it is as easy to use as a mobile EKG monitor. Simply place the sensors and turn the machine on, only without the wires (oh yes, it's bluetooth!).