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).

Sonus Medical systems ultrasound batch manufacturing

Proprietary mobile ultrasound system receives $2.1M in early funding

The remote system can be used anywhere and could provide access for patients in rural communities.

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AI enhances diagnostic accuracy of breast cancer lesions found on ultrasounds

Despite a low 2% to 10% malignancy rate, biopsy is typically recommended when a BI-RADS 4A lesion is discovered in breast tissue.

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Focused ultrasound may alleviate pain without drugs, study finds

Researchers from Virginia Tech uncovered physiological changes from altering the way the brain perceives pain.

Ultrasound mobile app developer launches colorful training tool

The artificial intelligence-powered aid is for educational and training purposes only.

Seno Medical Imagio breast imaging system.

AMA adds code to allow for reimbursement of opto-acoustic imaging modality

The new imaging modality was pioneered by Seno Medical for diagnosing breast cancer.

Marielle Scherrer-Crosbie, MD, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the latest trends in cardiac strain echo.

Interest in strain echo imaging is rising, but hurdles remain

Marielle Scherrer-Crosbie, MD, told Cardiovascular Business that the current lack of reimbursement for strain echocardiography has been a challenge for care teams. 

Philips X11-4t Mini 3D TEE transducer

FDA clears mini transducer capable of creating 3D ultrasound images

The X11-4t Mini from Philips Healthcare is 35% smaller than traditional models.

Fujifilm Sonosite LX

First-of-its-kind voice commands added to Fujifilm ultrasound systems

The feature effectively allows the ultrasound systems to operate hands-free.