Having a rich history, ultrasound was first used for medical purposes in 1956, in the city of Glasgow. The process in which how the ultrasound works is extremely simple. The machine sends out high-frequency waves, which reflects off body structures, which then the computer uses to create an image.
Ultrasounds also do not use ionizing radiation, which has lesser side effects as compared to an X-ray or CT scan.
There are many types of ultrasound solutions on the market, over the years. Portable ultrasound machines have also emerged as a result. Imagine such a powerful medical equipment, being able to be brought around with ease, without having to drag an entire trolley.
In Singapore, an average of 350 patients passes through the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) DEM a day. This has still not accounted the fact that there can be emergency visits, or urgent treatments that certain clinicians, doctors must do at a patient’s home, or outside of the hospital.
Having a portable ultrasound would allow more flexibility. For example, quicker diagnosis while waiting for an ambulance, or in the ambulance. An early diagnosis can allow for more time to come up with response plans, even in an emergency.
In emergency situations, ultrasound can save lives. The simple process that it uses can help to visualise problems. For example, ultrasound can localise the cause of internal bleeding in patients with severe trauma.
We never know when an emergency might take place, and where. A portable ultrasound could potentially save lives.
Introducing the Mindray M6, M9 and MX7 portable ultrasound systems, which utilises the Zone Sonography Technology (ZST). The technology is ahead of its competitors, being able to process images up to 10 times faster and providing clear image quality as well.
The M6 is a budget-tier portable ultrasound, with the idea of balanced capability and size to realize a confident diagnosis.
The M9 is based on Mindray’s new generation ultrasound platform, utilising advanced signal transmission and reception processors to provide highly sensitive and accurate echo detection. Innovative transducer technologies allow for better penetration, higher resolution, greatly enhancing the diagnostic experience. Having a built-in battery of 90 minutes scanning time, you can be confident without a charger.
With a more futuristic design, the MX7 facilitates accurate diagnosis based on the leading-edge ZST+ platform while supporting efficient workflow with a customizable touch screen. With an optional U-bank add-on, the MX7 boasts battery life of up to 8 hours, almost an entire day.
Lightweight, the Mindray portable ultrasounds will boast accessibility and usability with its intuitive controls, that will allow the user to capture the images and have confident in diagnosis.
Do visit the Scanmed website to find out/enquire more about the features listed.
Similarly, to how phones can save us in an emergency through a phone call, portable ultrasounds can be used on the go, and can help with emergency diagnosis especially if there are no other equipment around.
Extremely useful for doctors that need to hop around clinics or perform house visits.
Request a demo with us now here! At Scanmed, we would be happy to discuss a solution that meets your needs.
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