Computer-Assisted Communication Device for Botulinum-Intoxicated Patients

Abstract

A Computer-Assisted Communication Device (CACD) was developed for patients paralysed by botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) who are unable to speak due to toxin-induced dysphonia or obstruction from an endotracheal tube for assisted ventilation. The system uses pre-programmed menus and synthetic speech to allow for patient-initiated communication. The CACD was designed to meet the needs of patients who possess normal cognition and hearing, but impaired vision, and who are extensively paralysed but still able to press a switch to make menu choices. The CACD will allow patients to interact more effectively with their health care providers which should aid in their recovery.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2008
Accession Number
ADA548363

Entities

People

  • Michael Adler
  • Richard E. Sweeney

Organizations

  • United States Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Airway Management
  • Basic Programming Language
  • Brain-Computer Interfaces
  • Chemical Warfare
  • Chemical Warfare Agents
  • Computers
  • Electronic Mail
  • Health Services
  • Hospitals
  • Medical Personnel
  • Neuromuscular Diseases
  • Operating Systems
  • Patient Care
  • Public Health
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Therapy

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Microbial Pathology
  • Speech Processing/Speech Recognition.
  • Trauma or Military Medicine