Project Overview

Esophageal strictures form in the esophagus from built up scar tissue caused by stomach acid entering the esophagus. A previous group designed a device that can measure both the volume of the esophagus at the stricture and the tissue compliance. The device must now be refined to make it viable for use in a hospital setting. This includes modifying a syringe gun to fit two syringes, measuring the accuracy of the pressure sensors, and continued testing. Simplicity, cost, and patient concern must be taken into account. The end goal is to have a completed device and apply for a patent for the device.

Files

• PDS (February 15, 2008)
• Midsemester Presentation (March 6, 2008)
• Midsemester Report (March 12, 2008)
• Final Poster Presentation (May 2, 2008)
• Final Paper (May 12, 2008)

Contact Information

Team Members

• William Stanford - Team Leader
• Karissa Thoma - Communicator
• Allie Finney - BSAC
• Daniel Frost - BWIG

Advisor and Client

• Dr. Willis Tompkins - Advisor
• Mark Reichelderfer - Client