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A smart inhaler can revolutionize asthma treatment by leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. It improves treatment adherence, optimizes therapy, and enhances communication between patients and doctors, ultimately reducing medical expenses and hospitalizations.

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Asthma is one of the most common chronic respiratory diseases, affecting around 10% of the population in the EU and the Netherlands. Despite the availability of treatments, improper adherence to therapy leads to significant challenges, including unfavorable clinical outcomes, reduced quality of life, and increased healthcare costs.

Problem Statement

Non-adherence to asthma treatment often involves:

  • Inadequate initiation of treatment.
  • Improper inhalation techniques.
  • Lack of persistence in following therapy plans.

Traditional intervention programs have shown limited success and rely on subjective or non-granular methods, such as self-reporting or pharmacy records. This results in excess hospitalizations, impaired productivity, and substantial societal costs.

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Proposed Solution

The Smart Asthma Inhaler is designed to tackle non-adherence effectively through:

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Recording and reporting inhaler usage data.

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Analyzing lung air before and after usage.

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Connecting to smartphones for real-time updates and reminders.

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Providing personalized reports in textual, numerical, and graphical formats.

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Predicting exacerbations and improving inhaler technique through AI-driven insights.

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Economic and Market

Insights

Netherlands

Per capita annual asthma treatment cost: €1,000.

Europe

Asthma treatment market valued at €24 billion (2021) with a 5.2% annual growth rate, projected to reach €30 billion by 2026.

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Smart inhalers can reduce healthcare costs by improving adherence and minimizing hospitalizations.

Current Status

The project is at TRL5, with a working prototype ready for testing. Final performance tests will ensure the device is market-ready. The team is confident in addressing remaining challenges and launching a high-quality product in the near future.

What Our Customers Say

    I always struggled with proper use of my asthma inhaler, but the new smart inhaler has completely changed that. The ability to monitor lung air quality before and after use is incredible and has helped me stay on top of my treatment. It's a game-changer for asthma patients

      The smart inhaler not only reminds me to take my medication but also provides detailed reports that I can easily share with my doctor. It’s been an invaluable tool for improving my asthma management and reducing the frequency of attacks

        As a parent, I was always worried about my child’s adherence to asthma treatment. With this smart inhaler, I can track their usage and even send reports to their doctor. It gives me peace of mind and ensures my child gets the best care possible