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Kitea Health is redefining brain health with the world’s first implantable sensor that delivers real-time intracranial pressure data. Our technology provides clinicians with remote, actionable insights to improve care for patients with neurological conditions.

Kitea Health was honored to attend the 2024 Hydrocephalus Association Conference. Our team, Dr. Simon Malpas (CEO) and Natalia Lopez (COO), along with PhD candidate Sang Ho Kim, participated in the conference to deepen Kitea's understanding of the challenges faced by the hydrocephalus community.

A primary focus of for the attendance was to gather critical insights from patients and clinicians to inform our pivotal clinical trial. By connecting directly with those impacted by hydrocephalus, we aimed to ensure our research aligns with their priorities and needs. The conference also provided a valuable platform to collaborate with industry partners, accelerating our collective efforts to develop innovative treatments for this complex condition.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the Hydrocephalus Association for organizing such an important event. This platform fosters connection, knowledge sharing, and progress within the hydrocephalus community, and we commend the Association’s dedication to improving the lives of those affected.



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The developer of the world's smallest brain implant, Kitea Health, says it not only alerts parents when pressure is building in their child's brain, but will take the pressure off families living in constant fear of a serious medical event.

Clinical trials have started in 20 people with hydrocephalus in Auckland.

Kitea Health CEO Dr Simon Malpas tells Bryan Crump typically hydrocephalus is treated by inserting a shunt in the brain - which can block.

The new Kitea Health brain Sensor is inserted at the same time as a shunt, can be monitored at home and will detect changes in brain pressure before symptoms, caused by blockages, appear.

Dr Malpas is joined by a family taking part in the trial.

Listen to the interview here.

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