The superior level of healthcare we’re capable of delivering to patients is due, in large part, to the equipment we use to administer it. That equipment is only as good as its maintenance — especially the delicate instrumentation of diagnostic equipment, which needs regular care and upkeep to continue delivering results with integrity. As ultrasound … Continue reading
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is having a banner year in 2023. With the advent of generative AI in particular, innovation is on an exponential upswing. Nowhere is this more evident than in healthcare, where AI offers promising insights. Clinicians need to look only to ultrasound to see the impact AI is having on healthcare, from assessment … Continue reading
Ultrasound equipment is a complex technology, and like any other medical technology, ultrasound probes and related components can succumb to malfunction. Because of their critical role in medical diagnosis and treatment, it’s imperative that ultrasound systems benefit from the highest levels of quality control and testing. How can diagnosticians and healthcare organizations prioritize the maintenance, … Continue reading
In healthcare, best practices and standards are constantly subject to review. In 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a comprehensive group of updates to policies regarding diagnostic imaging, with guidance on everything from X-ray to ultrasound. In all, the organization updated six guidance documents, outlining new best practices to ensure the health … Continue reading
Ultrasound equipment experiences a lot of wear and tear, and it’s prone to incidental damage. All it takes is an accidental drop, and defects are likely to follow. Even out of the box, ultrasound equipment should be tested, calibrated, and validated prior to use. One potentially serious risk is electrical leakage in ultrasound probes, which … Continue reading
Tissue-mimicking ultrasound phantoms (TMPs) are designed to simulate the acoustic properties and texture of human tissue, providing a realistic and controlled environment for ultrasound practitioners and researchers. They’re invaluable tools in the field of medical imaging, revolutionizing the way we train technicians, ensure quality, and conduct research in ultrasound technology. As ultrasound imaging technology evolves, … Continue reading
Ultrasound is a vital tool not only in prenatal care, but across internal medicine as a whole. But despite its widespread use, reliability, and proven safety record, there are still many myths and misconceptions surrounding the technology. These myths can cause unnecessary worry and anxiety for patients and can even lead to avoidance of necessary … Continue reading
Accurate diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to ensuring the best possible patient care. Misdiagnosis or delayed treatment can lead to serious consequences, including disease progression, complications, or even death. More and more, clinicians are turning to ultrasound to help illuminate the path to optimal outcomes. Ultrasound helps mitigate risks by providing a noninvasive, accurate, … Continue reading
Modern ultrasound has revolutionized patient diagnosis and condition monitoring, but accurately interpreting ultrasound images can be a challenge — even for experienced clinicians. The human body is complex, and the variability of ultrasound imaging can make interpretation complicated. Fortunately, advancements in artificial intelligence are taking some of that burden off diagnosticians. Deep learning algorithms are … Continue reading
Clinicians have long relied on the stethoscope as a primary diagnostic tool, but as technology advances, the stethoscope’s limitations become increasingly apparent. One technology that’s been instrumental in identifying and overcoming these shortcomings is ultrasound. Ultrasound applications continue to expand throughout the healthcare landscape, and more clinicians are choosing ultrasound imaging as their go-to diagnostic … Continue reading
