Kite Medical

Kite Medical was a medtech company founded in 2013 by Sarah Loughney in Galway, Ireland. The company focused on developing a non-invasive solution for detecting kidney reflux in children, a condition that can lead to serious kidney damage if not properly diagnosed and managed.

The standard diagnostic procedure for kidney reflux, known as a voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG), is an invasive and often traumatic experience for young patients, involving catheterization and radiation exposure. Kite Medical aimed to address this by creating a wearable device that could detect the condition without the need for such invasive methods.

The company's product was a novel, non-invasive diagnostic tool designed to be a more patient-friendly alternative to the VCUG. This device was intended to be used in a clinical setting to screen for and monitor kidney reflux in children who presented with urinary tract infections, a common symptom of the condition. The goal was to provide a less distressing but equally effective diagnostic option for pediatric patients.

Despite its promising technology and mission, Kite Medical is reported to have ceased operations. While the company was recognized for its potential to improve the standard of care in pediatric urology, it ultimately did not continue as an active business.

Keywords: medtech, pediatric diagnostics, kidney reflux, non-invasive device, medical technology, Galway, Sarah Loughney, wearable technology, urology, healthcare innovation