Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Oxford scientists from the Nuffield Department of Women’s and Reproductive Health have developed a wearable ultrasound patch that could transform how high-risk pregnancies are monitored.
The soft patch continuously tracks a baby’s blood flow in the womb, helping clinicians detect potential warning signs earlier than routine ultrasound appointments alone.
While the technology still needs further development before it can be used routinely, researchers hope it could one day help identify problems earlier, reduce unnecessary hospital visits and give families greater reassurance throughout pregnancy.
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ox.ac.uk/news/2026-05-26-wearable-ultrasound-patch-could-help-doctors-spot-danger-signs-in-pregnancy-earlier
Oxford scientists from the Nuffield Department of Women’s and Reproductive Health have developed a wearable ultrasound patch that could transform how high-risk pregnancies are monitored.
The soft patch continuously tracks a baby’s blood flow in the womb, helping clinicians detect potential warning signs earlier than routine ultrasound appointments alone.
While the technology still needs further development before it can be used routinely, researchers hope it could one day help identify problems earlier, reduce unnecessary hospital visits and give families greater reassurance throughout pregnancy.
Find out more ⬇️
ox.ac.uk/news/2026-05-26-wearable-ultrasound-patch-could-help-doctors-spot-danger-signs-in-pregnancy-earlier
