BD launches HemoSphere Stream Module to expand real-time noninvasive arterial waveform data access across compatible bedside monitors

BD has introduced the HemoSphere Stream Module, an add-on designed to expand access to continuous, noninvasive arterial waveform data across compatible bedside monitors and broader care settings. The module is intended to provide more clinicians real-time visibility into hemodynamic changes for more patients.

“We’re delivering real-time visibility of hemodynamic changes to more patients and care settings by making continuous, noninvasive monitoring available on compatible multiparameter monitors,” said Tim Patz, worldwide president of Advanced Patient Monitoring at BD. “Patients who may not require an invasive arterial line can now benefit from continuous blood pressure monitoring, rather than intermittent checks.”

How the system works

The HemoSphere Stream Module is compact and mounts easily to an IV pole, with no additional footprint in clinical environments. When paired with the VitaWave Plus Finger Cuff, the module acts as the interface delivering continuous, noninvasive arterial blood pressure waveform data to compatible multiparameter monitors.

Together with the finger cuff and supporting accessories, the module forms the VitaWave Plus System. BD says the system is designed for accuracy using technology validated against arterial line measurements.

Clinical focus and monitoring gap

BD said continuous blood pressure monitoring can help reveal hemodynamic changes that may occur between intermittent blood pressure checks, which are typically taken every 3–5 minutes in the operating room.

Michael Scott, MD, Chair of the APSF Clinical Deterioration Committee, said: “Monitoring blood pressure and perfusion during and after surgery is key to reducing major complications after surgery. Anesthesia providers have been waiting for the availability of a simple way to measure continuous blood pressure noninvasively. This is a landmark technology to improve global patient safety.”

Intended impact on intraoperative care

BD stated that by providing a real-time view into blood pressure trends on any compatible patient monitor, the VitaWave Plus System supports the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation’s (APSF) recommendations for continuous noninvasive hemodynamic monitoring to detect and treat intraoperative hypotension sooner.

Company background

BD is described as one of the world’s largest pure-play medical technology companies. The company operates globally with more than 60,000 employees and delivers billions of products annually. BD said it develops technologies, services, and solutions across medical essentials, connected care, biopharma systems, and interventional.