Optimizing asthma treatment

Bosch

Vivatmo

Development of a new device to measures the level of FeNO - an inflammatory marker in exhaled breath.

The Challenge

Supporting Bosch in development of their first medical device

Engineering and technology company Bosch were keen to bring their expertise to the field of medical technology. They set out to develop Vivatmo, a device for measuring and monitoring nitric oxide in the bronchi. We supported the design and development of the device with our medical design, user experience and human factors skills.

Bosch Vivatmo device being used by a woman

The Solution

By simply breathing through the mouthpiece of the device, Vivatmo provides an instant indication of lung inflammation to monitor asthma status and progression.

The Execution

Our role on the project was to plan and manage the approach to defining user needs and to oversee the Human Factors usability engineering throughout the program. We began with in-depth patient research, feeding findings into the device engineering. Additionally, we developed the user interface features to ensure user safety and usability.

We worked closely with Bosch and other project partners at all stages, including running Human Factors summative studies as part of final design validation.

The Impact

Enhanced quality of life with asthma and better clinical decision support

Vivatmo provides more confidence for patients through regular monitoring, optimized therapy for healthcare professionals through reliable patient data.

“The team were very professional. There were lots of rounds of feedback and, of course, some fun! I found them very trustworthy too.”

Klaus Mueller

Product Manager

Bosch Healthcare Solutions

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