Under a year ago, Thorasys, a Montreal-based SME, launched the Tremoflo C2, a new generation portable oscillometry device used to detect respiratory problems. The company dedicated nearly seven years to its development. Their goal? To make this technology more accessible to doctors.
Published yesterday at 13:00, Collaboration spéciale. The Tremoflo C2 is used to detect respiratory problems like asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis, without the physically demanding spirometry test usually required.
In a simplified way, it works like a radar examining the lungs in-depth. When it detects a different oscillation, mathematical calculations determine obstruction presence and location in the airways, for a rapid diagnosis without physical effort.
This measurement technique has been known since the 1950s, but only Thorasys has succeeded in democratizing it.
An Improved Innovation
When developing the new version of the Tremoflo, Thorasys also considered general practitioners’ needs.
Notably, the Tremoflo C2 is smaller, portable, and equipped with Bluetooth connectivity. The results are quick, easy to read, and the price was studied to remain affordable. The device is now integrated with other lung devices for easier use.
Innovating in a Highly Regulated Field
Thorasys had already sold its Tremoflo C100 in over 25 countries. Despite this success, passing regulatory approvals again for the second version presented challenges. Convincing potential buyers was another hurdle, requiring the company to build a network of global and local partners.
According to President Yvan Beaudoin, researchers publish articles on their device, and the new version allowed for broader use outside medical facilities. Thorasys aims to sell over 50,000 units annually, investing in increased production and expanding their team globally.
The Next Step: AI Integration
With plans for a third version underway, Thorasys aims to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their device within the next two years.
“The contribution of AI is undeniable. Data processing is the future.”
