Itamar Medical

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.

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:

• 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.
• 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

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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