Protecting Medical Sensor Technologies

Many of today’s cutting-edge medical technologies utilize advanced sensors to help healthcare specialists provide unprecedented levels of care. Advanced systems and innovative methods allow for improved real-time data and more comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s treatment and overall health; this is true for all facets of medical care — preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic, and overall assessment. With increased use of electronic monitoring technologies also comes the need to protect such sensors and other electronic components from anything that could compromise their performance. Parylene conformal coatings, for example, are often used to protect sensors from environments that can affect their performance over time. Whether they need to withstand potential exposure to simple humidity, pharmaceuticals, or even harsh cleaning and disinfection solutions, long-term sensor performance and reliability remains essential.