# Eye-Tracking Hospital Communication Devices The 'SOVA' Medical Device Helps Patients Communicate By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-05-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-device References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/05/01/this-wearable-eye-tracking-medical-device-helps-patients-in-the-icu-communicate-their-needs-for-real-time-medical-treatment/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [mehmetalioglu](https://mehmetalioglu.com/) The conceptual 'SOVA' medical device is an advanced healthcare solution for use in the intensive care units (ICUs) in hospitals to provide caregivers and patients alike with a way to communicate. The system consists of a three-component layout that includes the doctor's interface along with the patient's interface and a series of sensors that the patient wears. The sensors will work to [track the brain activity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/think2switch) of the patient as well as their [sleep patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumisleep), while [eye-tracking software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/argus-ar) will enable them to answer questions in a nonverbal manner. The conceptual 'SOVA' medical device is the design work of Mehmet Mehmetalioglu, Mihkel Güsson and Fabian Böttcher, and could work to drastically reduce pain and discomfort for hospital patients. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eye-tracking Medical Devices:** The development of eye-tracking devices in medical technology could revolutionize communication in healthcare settings. - **Brain Monitoring Sensors:** The integration of brain monitoring sensors in medical devices could lead to more personalized and efficient patient care. - **Nonverbal Patient Communication:** The use of nonverbal patient communication technology in healthcare could greatly benefit patients who are unable to speak or are in discomfort. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare Technology:** The healthcare technology industry could benefit from developing eye-tracking and brain monitoring devices to improve patient communication in hospitals. - **Medical Device Manufacturing:** Medical device manufacturers can innovate by incorporating eye-tracking and brain monitoring technology into their products to address patient needs in intensive care units. - **Hospital Management:** Hospital management could implement eye-tracking and brain monitoring technology as a way to improve patient satisfaction and overall quality of care in the ICU setting. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Health-Monitoring Mouthpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mouthio.md) - [Sleep-Optimizing Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soove-smart-speaker-concept.md) - [Automated Vision Therapy Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-eye-care-device.md) - [Eye-Tracking Sleep Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/somasleep.md) - [Speech Rehabilitation Aid Chokers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revoice.md) - [Motion Tracking Eye Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magtrack.md) - [Headphone-Shaped Vital Signs Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vital-signs-monitors.md) - [Next-Generation Medical Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextgeneration-medical-bed.md) - [Staff Health-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-healthcare-assistant.md)