Context:
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has introduced CEREBO, a portable, non-invasive diagnostic device aimed at reducing mortality and disability due to traumatic brain injuries (TBI), particularly in rural and resource-limited settings.
About CEREBO:
- Technology: Uses near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) powered by machine learning.
- Features:
- Detects intracranial bleeding and edema in under a minute.
- Radiation-free, low-cost, and colour-coded results.
- Safe for infants and pregnant women.
- Operable by paramedical staff/unskilled personnel after 30 minutes of training.
- Deployment: Designed for ambulances, trauma centres, rural clinics, and disaster response units.
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