Bangalore: A Revolutionary Battlefield Wound Care Device

Created value of over 120 million dollars – The Bangalore project is more than a medical device—it’s a mission to bring more soldiers home safely. Inspired by the dedication of service members and their families, our CEO Mehdi envisioned a life-saving solution that would address the urgent need for rapid, localized wound care on the battlefield. Named Bangalore, this device was designed with one clear goal: to save lives by controlling life-threatening bleeding in critically wounded soldiers and allowing them to return home to their loved ones. Through innovation, resilience, and collaboration, the Bangalore project evolved into a pioneering solution with the potential to redefine battlefield medicine.
Project Scope: Saving Lives, Bringing Soldiers Home
Bangalore’s primary objective was to create a rapidly deployable, user-friendly device to stop internal bleeding in soldiers who suffer from critical wounds—whether from small arms fire, shrapnel, or puncture wounds. Traditional tourniquets, while effective for limbs, cannot always be applied to injuries in complex or central areas of the body. Bangalore was designed as an internal tourniquet that could be used anywhere on the body, drastically improving the chances of survival for those injured in combat situations. This revolutionary approach has the power to bring soldiers home safely and help families stay united.
Client Background: A Deep Personal Connection
This project’s origins are deeply personal. Our CEO Mehdi, whose father is an active-duty member of the armed forces, felt a powerful responsibility to create a solution that would protect and support those serving in dangerous environments. He knew firsthand the sacrifices made by military families and wanted to ensure more soldiers would return safely to their loved ones. His vision was supported by Thoragenix, a medical technology company that recognized the transformative potential of the Bangalore device, which has since garnered significant attention and value, reaching a market valuation of $130 million. The project has also received support from high-profile leaders, including U.S. Congressman Steve Scalise, Senator Marco Rubio, and members of the special forces community, who recognized Bangalore’s potential to improve survival rates on the battlefield.
Challenges and Solutions: Innovating a New Approach to Wound Care
Developing an internal tourniquet posed numerous challenges. The primary challenge was to control bleeding internally without restricting blood flow to other parts of the body. Unlike external tourniquets that constrict an entire limb, Bangalore required precise application to target the wound site and manage bleeding locally.
To achieve this, we created specialized materials that could expand and stabilize inside the wound cavity without causing additional trauma. Our team of engineers and medical experts developed a unique process that would allow the device to work effectively under high-stress conditions on the battlefield. By focusing on blood flow dynamics and wound site behavior, we created a solution that could save lives without compromising circulation to unaffected areas.
Development Process: From Concept to Cutting-Edge Prototype
The development of Bangalore was a multi-stage journey that involved numerous iterations and design changes. Initially, the device required a guide rod to insert it into the wound, which posed challenges in situations where a soldier might be in shock or unable to cooperate. This guide-rod method was functional but lacked ease of use and could be difficult to deploy in high-stress, emergency conditions.
Over time, the design evolved to become more user-friendly. We eliminated the need for a guide rod, creating a device that could be deployed from the outside with minimal training or discomfort. Several prototypes were 3D printed and tested under various conditions, ensuring that the final design was reliable, effective, and straightforward to use. The result was a device that can be quickly deployed with minimal handling, providing instant control over internal bleeding and significantly improving survival odds.
Results and Impact: A Breakthrough in Battlefield Medicine
The Bangalore device has made an extraordinary impact in the field of battlefield medicine, representing a breakthrough in how traumatic injuries are managed in combat. Clinical testing and trials have demonstrated its effectiveness in stopping internal bleeding, leading to a decrease in mortality rates among soldiers who sustain critical injuries. Beyond its technical success, Bangalore has provided a much-needed solution to a long-standing problem faced by military medics and field personnel: the lack of a versatile internal tourniquet that can be used across multiple injury sites on the body.
By enabling targeted blood flow control, Bangalore not only saves lives but also minimizes pain and complications that often arise from more invasive or temporary solutions. It has the potential to change the standards of wound care, offering a fast, reliable method to address critical injuries in the most challenging environments.

Additional Highlights: A First in Battlefield Wound Management
Bangalore is the first device of its kind to offer an internal tourniquet solution, setting a new standard in wound care and battlefield medicine. Unlike conventional tourniquets, which are limited to limb injuries, Bangalore can be used virtually anywhere on the body, making it a versatile tool for combat medics and emergency responders. Its compact design and rapid deployment capabilities have earned praise from military medical communities and have shown promise for wider applications in emergency medicine.
Looking Forward: A Legacy of Innovation and Compassion
Bangalore is more than a medical device; it is a testament to our commitment to developing technology that can save lives and reunite families. Supported by a network of leaders in military and medical communities, the project has grown into a symbol of compassion, innovation, and dedication to those who serve. We are proud to have played a role in bringing this life-saving technology to market, and we look forward to exploring additional applications for the device in civilian trauma care.
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