FAQs

Mobile handheld ultrasound devices have become increasingly popular for point-of-care ultrasound due to their many advantages over traditional ultrasound machines:

• Portability: Mobile handheld ultrasound devices are lightweight and easy to carry around, making them ideal for point-of-care ultrasound. They are small enough to fit into a doctor’s coat pocket or a nurse’s bag, allowing healthcare professionals to use them in a variety of settings, including emergency departments, intensive care units, and remote locations.
• Cost-effective: Mobile handheld ultrasound devices are generally less expensive than traditional ultrasound machines. This makes them a more cost-effective solution for point-of-care ultrasound.
• Ease of use: Mobile handheld ultrasound devices are designed to be user-friendly and easy to operate. They have simple interfaces and intuitive controls, allowing healthcare professionals to quickly learn how to use them and incorporate them into their practice.
• Real-time imaging: Mobile handheld ultrasound devices provide real-time imaging, which allows healthcare professionals to quickly and accurately diagnose and treat patients. They can be used for a variety of applications, including obstetrics, cardiology, and musculoskeletal imaging.
• Patient comfort: Mobile handheld ultrasound devices are less intimidating than traditional ultrasound machines, which can be large and noisy. This can help to put patients at ease during the imaging process and improve the overall patient experience.

Handheld ultrasound is suitable for a wide range of care areas, including emergency medicine, critical care, cardiology, urology, primary care, vascular, obstetrics and gynecology, and musculoskeletal imaging. Its portability, cost-effectiveness, ease of use, and real-time imaging capabilities make it an ideal tool for point-of-care ultrasound in these care areas. Additionally, handheld ultrasound is useful in remote and low-resource settings where access to traditional ultrasound machines may be limited.

Handheld ultrasound devices typically have wireless connectivity options such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile network connectivity, allowing them to share and transfer images and data to other devices or cloud-based storage. Some devices may also have USB connectivity options for transferring data to a computer.

A dual-headed probe with integrated curved and linear array transducers offers several benefits, including:

1. Improved diagnostic accuracy: Dual-probe technology enables healthcare professionals to obtain more accurate and detailed images of the body. The high-frequency probe is useful for imaging superficial structures, such as blood vessels and nerves, while the low-frequency probe is better suited for imaging deeper structures, such as organs and bones.
2. Increased versatility: The ability to switch between high and low-frequency probes allows healthcare professionals to perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations, from superficial musculoskeletal imaging to deep abdominal scans.
3. Time-saving: Healthcare professionals can perform a comprehensive ultrasound examination using a single machine. This saves time and reduces the need for patients to undergo multiple exams.
4. Reduced patient discomfort: Dual-probe technology allows for more efficient imaging, reducing the amount of time that patients need to spend in uncomfortable positions.
5. Improved workflow: With the ability to quickly switch between probes, healthcare professionals can streamline their workflow, reducing wait times for patients and improving overall efficiency.

Curved array transducers are commonly used in abdominal, obstetric, and gynecological imaging to provide a wider field of view and deeper penetration. They are also useful for imaging curved surfaces such as the heart. Linear array transducers, on the other hand, are often used for musculoskeletal, vascular, and superficial imaging due to their higher resolution and ability to capture fine details. They are also useful for imaging structures that are parallel to the skin surface.

Handheld ultrasound devices offer several benefits in primary care and internal medicine, including increased accessibility and convenience for point-of-care exams, improved patient engagement and satisfaction, and reduced cost and time associated with traditional imaging methods. These devices also allow for real-time visualization, aiding in diagnostic accuracy and facilitating timely interventions. Furthermore, they can enhance physician-patient communication by providing immediate visual feedback during the exam.

Pocket-size handheld ultrasound machines have become increasingly useful in emergency medicine as they provide a fast and non-invasive diagnostic tool that can quickly assess for critical conditions such as pneumothorax, pericardial effusion, and abdominal bleeding. They can be used at the bedside to rapidly diagnose life-threatening conditions and inform clinical decision-making. Additionally, their portability allows for their use in various settings, including ambulances and remote locations, to provide timely assessments and interventions.

Handheld ultrasound provides a more comfortable and efficient way of performing medical imaging exams. These devices are smaller, lighter, and more portable than traditional ultrasound machines, allowing for easier transportation and use at the patient's bedside.

Handheld ultrasound accelerates decisions to help reduce patient wait times, travel burden, and costs.

Vscan Air™ provides a total scan time of 50 minutes with fully charged battery (with 80% black and white, 20% color imaging). Any Qi-compliant wireless charger can be used to charge probe. You can recharge the battery in 75 minutes from 10% to 90% battery capacity.

Handheld ultrasound devices should be designed to ensure the privacy and security of patient data. This includes encryption of data during transmission and storage, as well as compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy. Additionally, the devices should have secure login procedures and user permissions to limit access to patient data. Some devices may have the option for data to be automatically deleted or wiped after a certain period of time. It is important for medical professionals to follow proper protocols for data management and disposal to prevent unauthorized access to patient information.