Lynx360 - Preoperative health data in a structured workflow

An operation is planned, the surgical team is prepared, the procedure is set – and shortly before the operation, new uncertainties arise that require further clarification. For hospitals, this means high organizational costs, unused operating theatre capacity and delayed care. This is exactly where Lynx360 from Lynx Health Science GmbH comes in. The system was developed to carry out preoperative assessments in a faster, more structured and more reliable way. Through a guided workflow and real-time quality control, Lynx360 supports medical teams in making informed decisions about the feasibility of an operation at an early stage. Lynx360 was named a Red Dot Winner 2026 in the “Interface & User Experience” category for its well-thought-out interface and user-centered design.

In this case study, we show how we helped to translate the complex requirements into an intuitive and secure user interface.

Initial situation & project

Preoperative workflows in hospitals are often highly fragmented. Information comes from different sources, is recorded in different systems and has to be merged manually under great time pressure. The challenge for Lynx360 was to replace these fragmented processes with a clear and reliable workflow. It was particularly important that measurements were carried out consistently and that the signal quality was continuously checked during the application. Our task was to develop an interface and interaction concept that guides users safely through preparation, measurement and presentation of results. In addition, we designed the product and accompanying materials such as the IFU and reviewed key usage steps in a formative usability study.

Doctor in a stressful preoperative decision-making situation in everyday hospital life

Our approach

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Project planning and kickoff

At the beginning of the project, the requirements and project goals were defined together with the Lynx Health Science GmbH team. Right from the start, it became clear that the technical complexity of the system had to be translated into a workflow that would function in a structured, comprehensible and reliable manner in everyday clinical practice. A particular focus was placed on clear user guidance, comprehensible interactions and seamless integration into existing clinical processes.

Visualization of a structured preoperative workflow for Lynx360

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Define workflow

The next step was to transfer the preoperative assessment process into a consistent procedure. The aim was to structure the individual work steps in such a way that users are guided safely through preparation, measurement and evaluation. In particular, the design of transitions, status displays and system feedback played a central role. Users should be able to see at any time whether a step has been successfully completed and when interventions or corrections are required. This resulted in a workflow that reduces the complexity of the underlying technology and at the same time supports reliable implementation in everyday clinical practice.

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Iterative concept phase User interface

Based on the defined processes, initial interface and interaction concepts were developed, which were iteratively refined together with the project team and adapted to real application scenarios.

The focus was not only on the design of the screen interfaces, but also on the interaction between the software, physical product and application steps in the clinical environment. In particular, the preparation of the measurement and the placement of the LynxPatch had to function reliably and consistently, even under time pressure.

A central component of the concept phase was therefore the development of a system consisting of visual guidance, clear statuses and direct feedback during the measurement. Users should be able to recognize errors during execution and receive targeted support.

Concept development of LynxBase and LynxPatch for clinical use

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Concept phase Product design

The first concepts for the system’s product design were developed in parallel with the development of the interfaces. The focus was on designing a product that integrates clearly, calmly and naturally into everyday clinical practice. The device consists of two parts: the LynxBase and the LynxPatch. Die LynxBase bildet den zentralen Interaktions- und Informationspunkt des Systems. Sie führt Anwender:innen durch den gesamten Workflow und dient gleichzeitig als Lade- und Aufbewahrungsstation für den LynxPatch. The LynxPatch contains the sensor technology for measurement. It is placed wirelessly on the patient and is designed for easy and safe handling in everyday clinical practice.

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Product design in detail

In the next phase, the product design was further developed and tailored to the requirements of the clinical environment. The focus here was on ergonomics, readability and safe handling. The LynxBase has a tilted display so that content can be easily viewed both when sitting and standing. At the same time, the base integrates the charging and storage function of the LynxPatch directly into the workflow and thus supports a structured workplace. The LynxPatch was also iteratively optimized in terms of shape, size and feel. The aim was to create a design that supports quick removal, safe handling and intuitive use in everyday clinical practice.

Lynx360 product design with a focus on ergonomics and clinical workflows

Interaction with the Lynx360 system during a formative usability evaluation

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Formative evaluation

In order to test the developed concepts under realistic conditions, formative usability tests were carried out with doctors and clinical staff from preoperative working environments. Im Fokus stand dabei die sichere Durchführung zentraler Anwendungsschritte – von der Vorbereitung über die Messung bis zur Interpretation der Systemrückmeldungen. Besonderes Augenmerk lag darauf, wie zuverlässig Nutzer:innen durch den Workflow geführt werden und wie verständlich Status- und Qualitätsinformationen wahrgenommen werden. The evaluations provided important insights for the further optimization of user guidance, interaction and information presentation and helped to identify potential uncertainties early on in the development process.

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The result

Lynx360 is a system that transforms complex preoperative assessments into a clearly structured and reliable process. Users are guided safely through preparation, measurement and presentation of results, while the system continuously checks the quality of the measurement and provides direct feedback during use. The combination of product design, user guidance and real-time feedback helps healthcare professionals to make consistent and informed decisions faster in the preoperative process.

Lynx360 was named a Red Dot Winner 2026 in the “Interface & User Experience” category for its well-thought-out interface and user-centered design.

Lynx360 for structured preoperative assessments in the clinical environment

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Lynx360 – Preoperative health data in a structured workflow