Dan Harvey

Zonare Medical Systems upgraded its z.one ultrasound system with the introduction of two new transducers, calculation packages, and a program that automatically recognizes and adjusts for differences in body sound propagation.

The new transducers expand the system's imaging capabilities and applications, according to the company. The new P10-4 transducer is designed for neonatal, infant, and pediatric imaging. The transducer design provides a comfortable grip for scanning through isolettes and very small acoustic windows. The P10-4 offers up to seven different frequencies, including harmonic imaging at 8.0 MHz, two color Doppler frequencies, and three B-mode frequencies.

The small footprint of the P4-1 transducer addresses clinicians' need for easy access in abdominal and ob/gyn sonography, providing flexibility with nine frequencies. The transducer can penetrate up to 30 cm.

The z.one system's new calculation packages address abdominal and venous imaging. The packages enable sonographers to use a protocol checklist with reports that include organ sizes, Doppler results, and a section for medical notes or comments.

The sound speed compensation program automatically adjusts the sound speed based on differences in patient body habitus, thereby optimizing clinical images, according to Zonare.

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Zonare adds transducers, upgrades to ultrasound system

Medison's 3D Extended Imaging (3D XI) ultrasound image processing technology is now available on the SonoAce 8000 Live, its 3D ultrasound system specialized for ob/gyn, the company announced at the RSNA meeting.

The technology migration makes the SonoAce 8000 Live a complete premium-performance solution, according to Medison. The midrange system provides comprehensive clinical capabilities, including 2D, 3D, and 4D. 

The SonoAce 8000 Live was already distinguished by its synthetic aperture controls, volume 3D, PSAD beamformer, and sensitive power Doppler capabilities. It now provides convenient research functions, enhanced workflow efficiencies, and intuitive ergonomics as well.

Medison touts the 3D XI technology as advancing ultrasound diagnosis to a CT- or MRI-like imaging quality. It includes multislice, oblique, and volume CT view. 

Multislice view transforms 3D volume data obtained from a regular ultrasound scan into a series of sequential images captured in intervals of 0.5-mm to 5-mm segments. Oblique view enables display of 3D volume data in various planes. Volume CT view enables multiple examinations of various regions and eliminates the need for multiple scanning.

Medison’s 3D Extended Imaging (3D XI) ultrasound image processing technology is now available on the SonoAce 8000 Live, its 3D ultrasound system specialized for ob/gyn, the company announced at the RSNA meeting.

Medison integrates advanced image processing technology into ob/gyn model

Toshiba is introducing the latest improvements to its Aplio and Xario ultrasound systems at the 2005 RSNA meeting. The Aplio system has been enhanced with the company's exclusive expanded Differential Tissue Harmonic Imaging (DTHI), while the Xario features 4D imaging.

Expanded DTHI enables scanning of larger patients who previously couldn't be imaged with ultrasound technology, according to the company. Toshiba also reported that clinical evaluations have demonstrated that the technology can improve efficiency.

The advanced 4D technology in the Xario ultrasound system, which the company describes as "affordable," helps improve departmental efficiency as it enhances both user and patient comfort. Toshiba considers the 4D upgrade appropriate for multispecialty practices that need 3D images viewed in real-time. The Xario provides users with button-touch volume acquisition as well as simultaneous 2D and 4D display.

Other new Xario features include postprocessing tools, real-time MPR display, and a 4D measurement package. Technology migrations from the Aplio have introduced new capabilities such as Toshiba's Advanced Dynamic Flow wide-band color Doppler technique, as well as Panoramic View and Advanced Contour Tracking for cardiology applications.

Toshiba is introducing the latest improvements to its Aplio and Xario ultrasound systems at the 2005 RSNA meeting. The Aplio system has been enhanced with the company’s exclusive expanded Differential Tissue Harmonic Imaging (DTHI), while the Xario features 4D imaging.

Toshiba showcases updated Aplio and Xario ultrasound systems

Medweb's Advanced 3D Web PACS widens access to many 3D imaging functions and features previously available only on dedicated 3D workstations. With Medweb's new product, introduced today at the RSNA meeting, users working on a standard PC can employ 3D templating and autosegmenting of image data from spiral CT scanners.

The introduction of the Advanced 3D Web PACS extends 3D templating and sculpting tools to surgeons, oncologists, and other physicians.

Conventional 2D image display workstations are obsolete for evaluating studies originating from 16- and 32-slice scanners, according to industry experts. Advanced 3D Web PACS enables distribution of these studies in a manageable 3D volume that can be displayed and navigated easily.

The Medweb solution enables isolation, sculpting, zoom-in and 360° rotation of images. It also provides MIP, MPR, and various measurement and 3D cursor functions alongside conventional 2D image windows. Autosegmentation tools isolate bone, blood vessels, and other tissues via simple template buttons or customizable settings.

At a fraction of the price of dedicated workstations, the new product can be integrated into a conventional PACS infrastructure. It can also serve as a stand-alone PACS or function as a modality PACS for CT technology. It is compatible with all Medweb products.

Medweb’s Advanced 3D Web PACS widens access to many 3D imaging functions and features previously available only on dedicated 3D workstations. With Medweb’s new product, introduced today at the RSNA meeting, users working on a standard PC can employ 3D templating and autosegmenting of image data from spiral CT scanners.

Dan Harvey

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Zonare adds transducers, upgrades to ultrasound system

Medison integrates advanced image processing technology into ob/gyn model

Toshiba showcases updated Aplio and Xario ultrasound systems

Three-D PACS product moves advanced capabilities onto standard PCs