Helmet device tracks brain pressure in COVID-19 patients
NCT ID NCT04861402
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a non-invasive helmet-like device to monitor brain pressure and detect tiny strokes in 60 hospitalized COVID-19 patients. The goal was to understand how COVID-19 affects the brain without using needles or surgery. Participants wore the device for one hour daily for up to seven days. The results could help doctors spot neurological problems early in COVID-19 patients.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a safe, non-invasive way to monitor brain health in COVID-19 patients and help detect early signs of stroke or other neurological issues.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with only 60 participants. It does not test a treatment, so it cannot directly improve outcomes. The findings may not apply to all COVID-19 patients.
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Hospital São Paulo
São Paulo, São Paulo, 05409-003, Brazil