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Itamar Medical[edit]

Itamar Medical is a medical technology company that specializes in the development and commercialization of non-invasive medical devices for the diagnosis of sleep apnea and other sleep disorders. The company is known for its innovative use of peripheral arterial tone (PAT) technology, which is utilized in its flagship product, the WatchPAT device.

History[edit]

Itamar Medical was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Caesarea, Israel. The company was established with the goal of developing advanced medical devices that leverage PAT technology to provide accurate and reliable diagnostic solutions for sleep-related breathing disorders.

Technology[edit]

The core technology behind Itamar Medical's products is the measurement of peripheral arterial tone, which is a physiological signal that reflects changes in the autonomic nervous system. This technology is used in the WatchPAT device, a portable diagnostic tool that patients can use at home to monitor their sleep patterns and detect sleep apnea.

WatchPAT Device[edit]

The WatchPAT device is a wrist-worn diagnostic tool that measures various physiological parameters, including PAT, heart rate, oxygen saturation, and actigraphy. It provides a comprehensive analysis of sleep architecture and identifies episodes of sleep apnea, allowing for accurate diagnosis and management of the condition.

Products[edit]

Itamar Medical offers a range of products designed to improve the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders:

WatchPAT: A home sleep apnea test (HSAT) device that uses PAT technology to diagnose sleep apnea.
EndoPAT: A device used to assess endothelial function and cardiovascular health.

Applications[edit]

The devices developed by Itamar Medical are used in various clinical settings, including:

Sleep medicine clinics
Cardiology practices
Primary care settings

These devices help healthcare providers diagnose sleep apnea and related conditions, enabling timely intervention and management.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Itamar Medical''' is an international medical device company headquartered in [[Israel]], specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative diagnostic devices for sleep disorders and early diagnosis of [[atherosclerosis]]. The company's flagship product is the WatchPAT, a non-invasive diagnostic tool for [[sleep apnea]] and related sleep disorders.
+== Itamar Medical ==
-=== Company Overview ===
-* Founded in 1997, Itamar Medical has grown into a leading player in the sleep medicine and cardiovascular diagnostic fields. The company's primary focus is on providing a continuum of care for patients with sleep disorders and those at risk for atherosclerosis, using its cutting-edge technology and diagnostic tools.
-=== WatchPAT ===
-The [[WatchPAT]] is an FDA-approved, portable diagnostic device designed to detect sleep apnea and related sleep disorders in the comfort of the patient's home. The device uses [[Peripheral Arterial Tonometry (PAT)]] technology to measure changes in arterial volume, which are indicative of sleep apnea events. By analyzing these changes alongside additional physiological data, such as heart rate, oxygen saturation, and body position, the WatchPAT can accurately and reliably diagnose sleep apnea.
-'''Some key benefits of the WatchPAT include:'''
+[[File:Itamar_medical.png|thumb|right|Itamar Medical logo]]
-* Non-invasive: Unlike traditional sleep studies that require the patient to be connected to numerous wires and sensors, the WatchPAT is a simple wrist-worn device with a finger probe, making it comfortable and easy to use.
-* Home-based: The WatchPAT can be used in the patient's own bed, allowing for a more natural sleep environment and reducing the need for costly and time-consuming in-lab sleep studies.
+'''Itamar Medical''' is a medical technology company that specializes in the development and commercialization of non-invasive medical devices for the diagnosis of sleep apnea and other sleep disorders. The company is known for its innovative use of [[peripheral arterial tone]] (PAT) technology, which is utilized in its flagship product, the WatchPAT device.
-* Accurate: Multiple studies have demonstrated the WatchPAT's high level of accuracy and reliability in diagnosing sleep apnea when compared to traditional [[polysomnography]].
-=== Atherosclerosis Diagnosis ===
+== History ==
-In addition to its focus on sleep disorders, Itamar Medical also offers diagnostic solutions for the early detection of atherosclerosis, a condition characterized by the buildup of plaque in the arteries, which can lead to cardiovascular disease. By using advanced technology, such as EndoPAT and Vascular Health Profiling, Itamar Medical aims to identify patients at risk for atherosclerosis and enable healthcare providers to take preventive measures to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events.
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+Itamar Medical was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in [[Caesarea]], [[Israel]]. The company was established with the goal of developing advanced medical devices that leverage PAT technology to provide accurate and reliable diagnostic solutions for sleep-related breathing disorders.
-{{sleep}}
-[[Category:Medical Device Companies]]
+== Technology ==
-[[Category:Sleep disorders]]
-[[Category:Atherosclerosis]]
+[[File:Itamar_medical.png|thumb|left|WatchPAT device]]
+The core technology behind Itamar Medical's products is the measurement of peripheral arterial tone, which is a physiological signal that reflects changes in the autonomic nervous system. This technology is used in the WatchPAT device, a portable diagnostic tool that patients can use at home to monitor their sleep patterns and detect sleep apnea.
+=== WatchPAT Device ===
+The WatchPAT device is a wrist-worn diagnostic tool that measures various physiological parameters, including PAT, [[heart rate]], [[oxygen saturation]], and [[actigraphy]]. It provides a comprehensive analysis of sleep architecture and identifies episodes of sleep apnea, allowing for accurate diagnosis and management of the condition.
+== Products ==
+Itamar Medical offers a range of products designed to improve the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders:
+* '''WatchPAT''': A home sleep apnea test (HSAT) device that uses PAT technology to diagnose sleep apnea.
+* '''EndoPAT''': A device used to assess endothelial function and cardiovascular health.
+== Applications ==
+The devices developed by Itamar Medical are used in various clinical settings, including:
+* [[Sleep medicine]] clinics
+* [[Cardiology]] practices
+* [[Primary care]] settings
+These devices help healthcare providers diagnose sleep apnea and related conditions, enabling timely intervention and management.
+== Related pages ==
+* [[Sleep apnea]]
+* [[Peripheral arterial tone]]
+* [[Sleep medicine]]
+[[Category:Medical technology companies]]
+[[Category:Sleep medicine]]
+[[Category:Companies established in 1997]]
+[[Category:Companies based in Israel]]