Zomedica, a veterinary health company specialising in point-of-care diagnostics and therapeutic solutions, has upgraded its VETGuardian Zero-touch remote vital signs monitoring system.
The latest enhancements introduce advanced audio features to the VETGuardian system, including real-time audio streaming, recorded playback, and customisable alerts.
According to Michigan-based Zomedica, these innovations will transform remote patient monitoring in veterinary medicine.
It will provide veterinarians with enhanced auditory data for better insights into animal health.
Zomedica technology innovation vice president Evan Peter said: “With live audio monitoring and recorded playback, the VETGuardian system represents a major leap forward in veterinary care.
“These sophisticated tools enable veterinarians to detect subtle nuances in animal behaviour and health, facilitating enhanced monitoring.”
The VetGuardian monitor is said to be the first system on the market offering contactless vital sign monitoring, combined with live video and audio feeds.
This distinctive integration enables veterinarians to evaluate animals remotely with more detail and immediacy.
Zomedica said the ability to review audio recordings with the VetGuardian system allows veterinarians to document vocalisations that may signal pain, discomfort, or recovery progress.
The detailed auditory data enriches medical records, offering a thorough view of the animal’s condition and supporting informed decision-making to improve patient care outcomes.
In addition, the system’s advanced audio capabilities enhance veterinary care coordination and decision-making by capturing early signs of distress and tracking treatment responses.
Zomedica senior product manager Scott Ijaz said: “The audio features of the VETGuardian system allow them to not only visually observe but also the option to audibly monitor an animal’s condition.
“This capability is crucial for detecting early signs of distress, assessing response to treatment, and ultimately delivering more precise and compassionate care.”
Zomedica is focused on animal healthcare and developing new solutions for veterinarians.
Its product portfolio has a PulseVet shock wave system that speeds up healing for musculoskeletal issues.
Other products include the Assisi Loop therapeutic devices, the TRUFORMA diagnostic platform, the TRUVIEW digital cytology system, and the VetGuardian no-touch monitoring system.
In June this year, the veterinary health company announced the commercial launch of its second equine-focused assay, Cortisol for equine serum, for the point-of-care TRUFORMA platform.
