New Bandage-Sized sensor could replace bulky scans for hydrocephalus monitoring

NCT ID NCT05546996

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new wireless sensor called FlowSense, which is placed on the skin like a bandage to measure fluid flow in hydrocephalus patients with external drains. The goal is to see if it can accurately track drainage and pressure without needing X-rays or hospital equipment. Only 24 participants are being enrolled, and the study is exploratory, meaning it's too early to know if the device will work in everyday care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: FlowSense device
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a simple, wireless way to monitor shunt function in hydrocephalus patients, reducing hospital visits and imaging.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early exploratory study (24 participants) not designed to prove effectiveness. The device may not work reliably in all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hydrocephalus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HYDROCEPHALUS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Texas Children's Hospital
RECRUITING

Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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