Accessible incontinence control device Zach Hawkins Kristen Heck Amy Klemm Amanda Streff Accessible incontinence control device

Introduction Current Goal: Modify a currently available incontinence device so that it is easier to use by patients with disabilities and their caregivers

Question To Be Answered How can the AMS 800 be converted to be externally controlled?

Background Stress Incontinence Overflow Incontinence AMS 800 Involuntary loss of urine during coughing, sneezing, laughing, etc Overflow Incontinence Involuntary loss of urine associated with over distension of bladder AMS 800 artificial urinary sphincter implantable, fluid-filled, solid silicone elastomer

Methods Utilized synetics to generate possible solutions i.e. pacemaker, pump designs Adapt an actuator to mechanically pump the AMS 800 Actuator will receive a signal through a micro RC receiver RC receiver is controlled externally to allow simple evacuation of bladder Dimensions : .85 x 1.25 x .5“

Status Met with Dr. Doug Milam on multiple occasions Decided to use the AMS 800 Contacted Dr. Lewis for further urologist contacts at Centennial Hospital Researched RC receivers Investigated possible source of experimental bladders

Conclusion Focusing on making proof-of-concept before miniaturizing and interfacing all elements of device. Further investigation of monitoring methods Pig bladders from VUMC Animal Research Department may be provided to conduct experiments.

Acknowledgments Dr. Doug Milam Kevin High Amy Nunnally Dr. Lewis Any Questions?