Design of vein finder with multi tuning wavelength using RGB LED

Chandra, Franky; Wahyudianto, Aries; Yasin, Moh.

doi:10.1088/1742-6596/853/1/012019

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“…However, among senior adult group, vein visibility was also improved, as it was expected that vein size increases as we age, which is associated with the loss of elasticity in venous wall [ 45 ]. BMI as a parameter was considered in this study in accordance with previous studies relating to obesity as a factor, which may affect the visibility of the superficial veins [ 5 , 11 , 21 , 31 , 38 ], even stating that difficulty in cannulation and venipuncture increases with the BMI of obese to morbidly obese range [ 46 ]. With regard to our results, the device was able to improve the vein visibility of more than half of the population under the obese range.…”

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“…A total of 242 subjects/participants were enrolled in the study in the actual in-vitro testing of the developed vein finder device. The subjects’ demographics, such as gender, age, height, and weight for the body mass index (BMI), including the skin tone, were considered as parameters, the same with the previous studies [ 5 , 11 , 13 , 22 , 31 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 ], and with the inclusion of arm circumference measurement by the researchers in this study to maximize the assessment process. Specifically, two sites were selected; the arm and dorsal hand for testing, because the subcutaneous veins in the said areas are commonly used for venous blood specimen collection for laboratory testing and intravenous (IV) route for therapy, respectively.…”

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“…Skin penetration of light is with various wavelengths ( Figure 2 ). The lower wavelength of 200–400 nm can only reach the epidermis skin layer, while 400–600 nm up to the dermis skin layer, and 600–700 nm can reach the skin subcutaneous tissue [ 31 , 32 ]. Moreover, a variety of lasers and light sources other than the pulsed dye laser (PDL) are useful in the treatment of vascular lesions: continuous and millisecond pulsed lasers with wavelengths between green and yellow 532 nm and 585–600 nm, near infrared lasers 755-nm, 800–810-nm diode, 1064-nm [ 33 ].…”

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Competitive Real-Time Near Infrared (NIR) Vein Finder Imaging Device to Improve Peripheral Subcutaneous Vein Selection in Venipuncture for Clinical Laboratory Testing

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In this study, near-infrared (NIR) technology was utilized to develop a low-cost real-time near infrared (NIR) guiding device for cannulation. A portable device that can be used by medical practitioners and also by students for their skills development training in performing cannulation. Methods. First, is the development of a reflectance type optical vein finder using three (3) light emitting diode (LED) lights with 960 nm wavelength, complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor-infrared (CMOS-IR) sensor camera with 1920 × 1080 UXGA (1080P), IR filter set for the given wavelength, and an open-source image processing software. Second, is the actual in-vitro human testing in two sites: the arm and dorsal hand of 242 subjects. The following parameters were included, such as gender, age, mass index (BMI), and skin tone. In order to maximize the assessment process towards the device, the researchers included the arm circumference. This augmented subcutaneous vein imaging study using the develop vein finder device compared the difference in the captured vein images through visual and digital imaging approaches. The human testing was performed in accordance with the ethical standards of the Trinity University of Asia–Institutional Ethics Review Committee (TUA-IERC). Results. The NIR imaging system of the developed vein finder in this study showed its capability as an efficient guiding device through real-time vein pattern recognition, for both sites. Improved captured vein images were observed, having 100% visibility of vein patterns on the dorsal hand site. Fourteen (5.79%) out of 242 subjects reported non-visible peripheral subcutaneous veins in the arm sites. Conclusions. The developed vein finder device with the NIR technology and reflected light principle with low-energy consumption was efficient for real-time peripheral subcutaneous vein imaging without the application of a tourniquet. This might be utilized as a guiding device in locating the vein for the purpose of cannulation, at a very low cost as compared to the commercially available vein finders. Moreover, it may be used as an instructional device for student training in performing cannulation.

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Competitive Real-Time Near Infrared (NIR) Vein Finder Imaging Device to Improve Peripheral Subcutaneous Vein Selection in Venipuncture for Clinical Laboratory Testing

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“…The role of a compact infrared-sensitive camera in a vein finder is important in giving a clearer image of the light reflected or transilluminated by hemoglobin present in the blood. This image is the result of the reaction of hemoglobin in the blood with light that makes the vein looks darker against the skin surface [43].…”

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“…In the elderly, vein access was challenging due to the changes in the vein structure as thin and fragile people lose elasticity while pediatrics have smaller peripheral veins with higher content of subcutaneous fat and are usually prone to vasoconstriction. This parameter was also considered in different studies [29,43,46,49].…”

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Vein Pattern Locating Technology for Cannulation: A Review of the Low-Cost Vein Finder Prototypes Utilizing near Infrared (NIR) Light to Improve Peripheral Subcutaneous Vein Selection for Phlebotomy

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Francisco

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One of the most common means for diagnosis is through medical laboratory testing, which primarily uses venous blood as a sample. This requires an invasive method by cannulation that needs proper vein selection. The use of a vein finder would help the phlebotomist to easily locate the vein, preventing possible pre-analytical error in the specimen collection and even more discomfort and pain to the patient. This paper is a review of the scientific publications on the different developed low-cost vein finder prototypes utilizing camera assisted near infrared (NIR) light technology. Methods: Electronic databases were searched online, these included PubMed (PMC), MEDLINE, Science Direct, ResearchGate, and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Xplore digital library. Specifically, publications with the terms vein finder prototype, NIR technology, vein detection, and infrared imaging were screened. In addition, reference lists were used to further review related publications. Results: Cannulation challenges medical practitioners because of the different factors that can be reduced by the utilization of a vein finder. A limited number of publications regarding the assessment of personnel performing cannulation were observed. Moreover, variations in methodology, number of patients, type of patients according to their demographics and materials used in the assessment of the developed prototypes were noted. Some studies were limited with regard to the actual human testing of the prototype. Conclusions: The development of a low-cost effective near infrared (NIR) vein finder remains in the phase of improvement. Since, it is being challenged by different human factors, increasing the number of parameters and participants/human for actual testing of the prototypes must also be taken into consideration for possible commercialization. Finally, it was noted that publications regarding the assessment of the performance of phlebotomists using vein finders were limited.

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A Telescopic Light-emitting Probe for Diaphanoscopy of Hollow Organs in Abdominal and Thoracic Surgery

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Design of vein finder with multi tuning wavelength using RGB LED

Cited by 14 publications

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Competitive Real-Time Near Infrared (NIR) Vein Finder Imaging Device to Improve Peripheral Subcutaneous Vein Selection in Venipuncture for Clinical Laboratory Testing

Competitive Real-Time Near Infrared (NIR) Vein Finder Imaging Device to Improve Peripheral Subcutaneous Vein Selection in Venipuncture for Clinical Laboratory Testing

Vein Pattern Locating Technology for Cannulation: A Review of the Low-Cost Vein Finder Prototypes Utilizing near Infrared (NIR) Light to Improve Peripheral Subcutaneous Vein Selection for Phlebotomy

A Telescopic Light-emitting Probe for Diaphanoscopy of Hollow Organs in Abdominal and Thoracic Surgery

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