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2006-10-13 News Release
New ultrasound imaging technologies Philips introduces new ultrasound technologies, quantification software and products that enhance the clinical value of volumetric imaging for sonographers.
Several new technologies and products, as part of its Vision 2007 and Performance 2007 ultrasound system and quantification software enhancements, have been annnounced by Royal Philips Electronics. These technologies and products from Philips provide new tools for interventional
procedures, shorten exam times and facilitate pediatric echo. Vision and Performance 2007 enhancements are included on the iU22, iE33,
HD11 XE, EnVisor and HD3 ultrasound systems, as well as QLAB quantification
software.
Sonographers can now realize significant increase in exam consistency and productivity using the new Protocols feature. It employs a template that automatically annotates images based on the lab or clinician’s personal preferences – eliminating the need to stop scanning for data entry – and provides an ongoing reference of required views. Protocol-driven exams for abdominal, carotid, lower extremity venous and gynecological exams are fully customizable and follow industry and accreditation guidelines. Early evaluations indicate that exams can be routinely shortened, improving department scheduling. “Protocols reduced our small parts exams by 10 minutes and some of the obstetrical exams up to almost 15 minutes,”said Gary Andrews, department head of ultrasound at Mount Baker Imaging. “With this standardization there is also less opportunity for error or for information to be dropped or missed.” Christopher Iyoob, ultrasound supervisor at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania noted that the protocols can also assist in industry accreditation. “Accreditations want you to have a standard protocol throughout the section. With protocol-driven exams, every single sonographer using the system has to abide by that protocol,”said Iyoob. Vision 2007 for the iU22 also includes a new suite of clinical capabilities for interventional procedures. This includes new Interventional TSI settings for the C5-2, S4-1, X3-1 and V6-2 transducers. These settings are optimized for needle visualization, faster and easier biopsy procedures and image-guided liver ablation. Other new visualization and QLAB quantification tools, encompassing contrast imaging, volumetric imaging and automated stacked contours, make the iU22 one of the first ultrasound system with a comprehensive solution for planning, guiding and assessing liver tumor ablations. The new D2tcd transducer and Tissue Specific Imaging (TSI) enhancements to the S5-1 PureWave transducer are providing new capabilities for adult trans cranial Doppler (TCD) imaging. “These new enhancements give us a significant increase in capability with TCD. We turnthe color Doppler on and see the entire Circle of Willis. This is sometimes available in young adults or children but to see this constantly in adults is something we are not simply accustomed to,” said Stephen Meairs, M.D., professor of neurology at University of Heidelberg. “In most patients we can now see practically every vessel without using contrast agent.” Other new products and enhancements to the iU22 system include: iE33 intelligent echocardiography system “We are able to image up to 33 to 85 frames per second and get images that are much crisper and clearer than ever before,” said Girish Shirali, director of pediatric echocardiography at Medical University of South Carolina. “This translates into a dramatic improvement in our ability to quantify ventricular function and examine the heart more carefully in babies who have a very fast heart rate,” said Shirali. Also new is parametric imaging capability in the QLAB 3DQ Advanced quantification software. It provides global and segmental LV timing and excursion information in an easy-to-read format that enables improved communication of exam results. The new L15-7io compact, high frequency transducer is designed for intraoperative and superficial imaging. It provides direct contact for pre- and post-clamping of the aorta and enables a real-time review of repairs before closure in cardiac and vascular surgeries. The new C8-5 transducer enables carotid imaging, subclavian vascular access and working around wound covers. For echo labs ready to “go digital” or upgrade their current
digital lab, Xcelera 2.1 is a powerful solution that can dramatically
increase productivity. New as part of Vision 2007 are: Performance 2007 Automated Stacked Contours also allows the visualization of anechoic structures to help visualize and quantify structures such as ovarian cysts. iSlice and Thick Slice display are also available on the HD11 XE. HD3 EnVisor “The new intelligent ultrasound systems and volumetric imaging
are dramatically expanding the clinical value of ultrasound. Not only
are clinicians able to provide improved patient care, they are doing it
more simply and easily,” said Barbara Franciose, CEO, Philips Medical
Systems, Ultrasound and Monitoring. “These enhancements are just
the start of many exciting developments that will help improve the diagnostic
capabilities of the physician and provide the patient advanced, cost-effective
health care.”
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