Ultrasound

Ultrasound, also referred to as sonography or diagnostic ultrasound, uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize soft tissue. Ultrasounds are frequently ordered to measure fetal anatomy during pregnancy, check for blood clots and to guide needle biopsy procedures of the breast, abdomen and pelvis. The imaging modality does not use any radiation to create images. Find news specific to cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography).

Wearable ultrasound device tracks muscle activity with great accuracy.

Wearable ultrasound device monitors muscle activity with great precision

The system provides long-term, wireless monitoring of muscle activity and function. Experts are hopeful that it could have utility in multiple healthcare settings. 

Ultrasound shear-wave elastography predict fetal growth abnormalities earlier than routine obstetric exams.

Shear-wave elastography predicts fetal growth issues earlier than standard of care

In recent years, shear-wave elastography has emerged as an imaging option that can provide greater detail into tissue health. Experts recently found that it is especially beneficial for fetal exams.

The iCardio.ai EchoMeasure AI software to automate measurements for cardiac echo imaging. It was FDA cleared in October 2024.

FDA approves AI startup’s new software for echo assessments

iCardio.ai, co-founded by a cardiologist, is part of the Cedars-Sinai Accelerator program. The startup has already announced new partnerships with Viz.ai, Abbott and others in the cardiac health space. 

Is ultrasound necessary for all interventional procedures requiring femoral artery access?

Several such IR procedures require US guidance, but a new study is questioning the modality’s effectiveness in reducing complication rates. 

Ultrafast/high frame rate myocardial contrast echocardiography

Ultrafast myocardial contrast echocardiography shows early potential to evaluate CAD

Ultrafast MCE could go on to become a go-to treatment option for obstructive coronary artery disease, according to the authors of a new first-in-human clinical study.

GE HealthCare

GE HealthCare completes $53M acquisition of AI ultrasound business

Based in Cardiff, Wales, seller Intelligent Ultrasound specializes in integrated, AI-driven tools to make scans “smarter and more efficient.” 

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Patients covered by Medicaid less likely to undergo 20-week ultrasound during pregnancy

Babies born to women with public insurance also face lower odds of being diagnosed with congenital heart defects before birth, new research suggests. 

ASE establishes vocabulary for cardiac POCUS to promote consistency

As cardiac point-of-care ultrasound use continues to grow outside of traditional echo labs, the American Society of Echocardiography is working to ensure everyone is on the same page.