Philips has introduced artificial intelligence (AI)-powered advancements to its Compact Ultrasound 5500CV, aiming to make advanced cardiac imaging more widely available.
The portable ultrasound system has been designed for use in various environments. These include hospitals and community centres, to provide high-quality diagnostic tools for cardiac imaging for children, the elderly, newborns, and individuals with limited mobility, said Philips.
As a response to healthcare staff shortages and increasing patient numbers, the 5500CV incorporates AI-driven features that reduce scan time by up to 50%, claimed the company. This is expected to enhance efficiency and diagnostic certainty in cardiac care globally.
The Compact 5500CV is compatible with the X7-2t and X8-2t transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) transducers. This compatibility is said to be crucial during intricate procedures like valve repairs, where precise imaging is necessary.
The system’s compatibility with these TEE transducers ensures that even compact systems can support complex cardiac interventions effectively.
Utilising Philips xMatrix transducers, the system now includes xPlane Imaging capabilities, allowing the capture of two cross-sectional views simultaneously with a single probe pass. This development means capturing twice the clinical data in the same time frame as traditional 2D techniques.
The AI-powered Auto Measure function enhances routine 2D and Doppler cardiac measurements by up to 50%, providing consistent results. Additionally, compatibility with the latest S12-4 transducer expands its use to paediatric cardiac and neonatal head examinations, improving care for critically ill infants.
The Compact 5500CV shares its architecture and user interface with Philips’ EPIQ and Affiniti ultrasound platforms, which simplifies workflows and reduces training requirements for sonographers.
The system’s integration with Philips’ Collaboration Live allows real-time procedural support and remote training for staff. Furthermore, Ultrasound Workspace offers a vendor-neutral solution for echocardiography viewing, analysis, and reporting, promoting greater efficiency and collaboration among healthcare teams.
Philips cardiology ultrasound business leader David Handler said: “With the new capabilities of Compact Ultrasound 5500CV, we advance portable ultrasound, ensuring healthcare providers get both mobility and high-quality imaging, while also maximising their investment through our comprehensive ultrasound services.
“AI-driven features like Auto Measure streamline workflows by automating key cardiac measurements, while Live 3D TEE imaging provides real-time, high-resolution visualisation.
“By bringing premium-level technology into a compact, accessible solution, we empower clinicians to deliver fast, accurate diagnoses across diverse care settings, improving patient outcomes and expanding access to advanced cardiac imaging.”
