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Focused Ultrasound Treatment is Proven an Effective Treatment to Curb Tremor for at Least Five Years
The randomized, controlled, multi-center study describes the long-term safety and efficacy of unilateral MRgFUS thalamotomy for the treatment of medication-refractory essential tremor using the Exablate System reports Insightec.
UltraSight and EchoNous Partner to Enable More Accessible Cardiac Ultrasound for Patients
UltraSight will present its pivotal study results and EchoNous will be exhibiting at the American Society of Echocardiography's 34th Annual Scientific Sessions held on June 23-26, 2023 in National Harbor, Maryland.
When Seconds Count, Ultrasound-Based Location Technology Helps Protect Healthcare Workers
“Hospital leaders should carefully consider RTLS duress solutions that provide the most accurate location to protect their staff,” Dr. Brasac states. “For over 20 years, Sonitor has led the industry in developing and commercializing ultrasound based RTLS for healthcare. Our technology is installed in over 300 healthcare facilities around the world with over 1.5 million people and medical assets tagged. We understand the challenges faced by healthcare executives today and we partner with our customers to provide outcome driven solutions.”
Hisense HD60 Ultrasound Is Installation at Vaal Radiology, South Africa
The installation of the HD60 Ultrasound at Vaal Radiology is testament to the growing demand for Hisense's cutting-edge, high-resolution, ultrasound devices in South Africa," said Ronele Prince of Hisense.
Probo Medical Completes Acquisition of National Ultrasound
"National has a deep history for their sales and marketing prowess, selling new and pre-owned ultrasound equipment to private practices across the country," said Michael Asmer, CEO of Probo Medical. "They have leveraged that position to expand into the veterinary market. The opportunity to connect this expertise to our world-class ultrasound sales, service, and repair services is tremendously exciting."
GE HealthCare Announces Availability of Next-Generation bkActiv for Guiding Urology, Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Surgeries
The flagship intraoperative ultrasound imaging system, developed by BK Medical - a subsidiary of GE HealthCare, was designed to deliver high-performance ultrasound guidance with a simplified, intuitive user experience for surgeons.
BD Introduces Advanced Ultrasound Technology to Help Drive First-Stick Success for IV Insertions
This new, easy-to-use advanced ultrasound device offers a specialized probe designed to provide clinicians with optimal IV placement.
Mindray Revolutionizes the Way of Using Ultrasound with TE Air, Its First Wireless Handheld Ultrasound System
The TE Air revolutionizes the way of using ultrasound by transforming a complicated ultrasound system into a small size device, while retaining its ability to meet higher clinical requirements.
Insightec Reports Positive Coverage Decision by CIGNA for Focused Ultrasound to Treat Essential Tremor
"We are so excited to have another national payor providing access to focused ultrasound to non-Medicare patients," said Dee Kolanek, Insightec Vice President of Market Access and Reimbursement. "We want to extend our thanks to leading insurers like Cigna for their decision to cover this game-changing outpatient treatment for essential tremor patients."
Esaote Presents MyLab™X90 – New Premium Ultrasound System
"Accuracy and precision across the entire image generation chain, data processing speed and native AI-based application management lie at the heart of MyLab™X90," ultrasound system said Guillaume Gauthier, Ultrasound Global Product Marketing Manager.