About
StrokeDx is a California-based medical technology company focused on developing innovative and portable stroke detection devices. Their mission is to enhance stroke diagnosis by significantly reducing the time to treatment, which can improve patient outcomes and lessen the global impact of stroke. The company has created a handheld sensor that detects variations in blood flow in the brain, identifying areas indicative of ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. The sensor operates using small magnetic fields to sense conductivity changes in blood, functioning similarly to a metal detector. It can generate a predictive image of a stroke's location within minutes, with diagnostic times ranging from 1 to 2.5 minutes. This low-cost, portable device serves as an alternative to traditional neuroimaging methods like CT and MRI, making it particularly useful in emergency settings where immediate imaging is not available. StrokeDx targets hospitals and healthcare providers, aiming to provide fast and reliable tools for stroke triage and treatment.
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Employees 9
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Total Funding $6699999
Location
271 S Chester Ave, Pasadena, California, United States, 91106-3108