New AI-Powered Ultrasound Feature May Enhance Planning for Peripheral IV Procedures

In order to support commonly performed peripheral intravenous (PIV) access procedures, Fujifilm Sonosite has launched the AI-enabled feature PIV Assist, which will be available on Sonosite LX, PX and ST ultrasound platforms.

Trained on tens of thousands of ultrasound images, PIV Assist facilitates pre-scan differentiation between veins and arteries to aid clinicians in planning for vascular access procedures, according to Fujifilm.

The company said key attributes for PIV Assist include real-time calculation of the catheter-to-vein (CVR) ratio and color coding for veins and arteries.

"Peripheral IV procedures are among the most common performed on patients, and growing evidence supports ultrasound-guided insertion as a helpful technique, especially for those with difficult IV access,” noted Richard Fabian, president and CEO of Fujifilm Sonosite, Inc. “ … PIV Assist is an AI-powered tool we developed in close collaboration with our customers. It’s designed to reduce cognitive load and enhance clinician confidence during vascular access planning — both of which are critical to delivering effective patient care.”