The device can also be used for kidney exams, urological catheter placement and wall thickness measurement.
It can be used in several clinical and diagnostics applications, including urology, the emergency department, maternity, pediatrics, oncology, rehabilitation, aged care and home nursing.
By using ultrasound and algorithms from the science of computer vision, the Uscan recognizes the 3D contours of the bladder, helping to provide more accurate volume measurements even on obese and other hard-to-scan patients.
The device, which captures up to 256 bladder slices, can be used in real-time ultrasound imaging of the kidneys, pelvic floor, prostate, gallbladder and bladder stones.
In addition, it will be used to know the pelvic mesh status.
Compatible with Android operating systems, the device includes built-in WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity that enables reliable image management and interoperability with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Signostics CEO Kevin Goodwin said: “We are very pleased to launch Uscan in the U.S., ensuring access to a new breakthrough in ultrasound technology that goes beyond the functionalities of conventional bladder scanners.
“Using a small handheld device, Uscan’s dual capabilities of providing intelligent visualization coupled with high accuracy allows an enhanced understanding of patient information and more confident point-of-care clinical decision making.”
Signostics sales vice president Ryan Detzel said: “Since its recent FDA clearance, Uscan has been successfully demonstrated at more than 100 hospitals across the country, as well as to physicians attending the American Urological Association's 2016 Annual Meeting.”
Image: Signostics’ Uscan handheld ultrasound device. Photo: courtesy of Business Wire.
