Scientists create wearable ultrasound to continuously monitor babies in womb
Researchers have developed a wearable ultrasound device called UPatch to continuously monitor fetuses during pregnancy. This innovation aims to improve early detection of complications and reduce the risk of stillbirths. Currently in the proof-of-concept stage, the device has shown promising results in trials comparing its measurements to traditional ultrasound methods.
- ▪The UPatch can continuously monitor a fetus's heart rate and blood flow in real time.
- ▪Current ultrasound methods are limited and often lead to false alarms due to intermittent monitoring.
- ▪In trials, UPatch demonstrated close agreement with conventional ultrasound devices in measuring blood flow.
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The UPatch can provide continuous monitoring of the foetus during pregnancy. Photograph: Geonho (Tom) ParkView image in fullscreenThe UPatch can provide continuous monitoring of the foetus during pregnancy. Photograph: Geonho (Tom) ParkPregnancyScientists create wearable ultrasound to continuously monitor babies in wombTeam hope the UPatch – at present a proof-of-concept device – will aid early detection of complications and prevent stillbirthsNicola Davis Science correspondentTue 26 May 2026 05.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 26 May 2026 05.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleScientists have created a wearable ultrasound patch that can continuously monitor babies in the womb, with the hope that such devices could aid the early detection of complications during pregnancy.The team behind…
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