UAE develops pain-detecting device for newborns

Dr Kurt Newman The UAE is soon to become the leading country for new pediatric technology. A team of scientists in Abu Dhabi have designed the first device allowing pain detection in newborns. This machine would be able to accurately measure the pain of a newborn, says Dr Kurt Newman, CEO of the Children’s National Medical Centre in Washington.
He said: “One of the most challenging problems in pediatrics in pain management.
“Once Institute researchers can measure pain accurately, they will be able to begin to eliminate it with more effective medications and treatments.”
The country is also about to adopt a new screening scheme to diagnose critical cyanotic congenital heart disease in newborns. This non-invasive, cost effective technique will enable dozens of children in the UAE to receive appropriate treatment to keep the condition under control.
According to Dr Kurt Newman, the UAE will be the first country in the world to adopt this innovative technology.
In a conference on Tuesday, he explained the importance of the partnership between Washington and Abu Dhabi for developing new pediatric technology.
He said: ''Children's National Medical Centre has a longstanding relationship with the United Arab Emirates and treats many UAE patients every year.
“The Institute aims to develop knowledge, tools, and procedures that will make surgery more accurate, less invasive, and pain-free. This will benefit children in both the Emirate and around the globe.”