Audio interface system for medical use
OwnerKnud Erik Baekgaard, Bjorn Knud Anderseninventors
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Abstract
The invention relates to the use of a stethoscope as one part of an interface unit for biological signals. An electroacoustic driver is provided with a signal from e.g. a sound card in a personal computer, and special leak-free coupling means are provided to enable a faithful transmission of the biological signal from e.g. the digital domain in a computer to the ears of a physician used to auscultation—or training to become proficient. The communication of and about physiological signals is remarkably improved with respect to traditional systems.
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An audio interface system for medical use comprising an electronic source providing an electronic representation for audio signals, and a signal path for audio signals comprising a headset connectable to the ears of a physician or other medical personnel, characterised in that said electronic source is connected to an electroacoustic transducer which is releasably connected to the chestpiece of a stethoscope in a sealed manner in order that the earpieces of the stethoscope convey the audio signal to the ear.
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