The Chison ECO Series has been an outstanding and popular ultrasound line for some time now. With five star customer ratings across the board, they have proved their abilities. If you are in need of an affordable ultrasound machine, check out the ECO Series.
The lineup consists of the, ECO 1, ECO 2, ECO 3 Expert, ECO5, and ECO 6. What does the ECO mean?
ECHO: Advanced technologies like i-Image, THI, SRA, and Compound imaging, also full digital beam-former, trapezoid, chromo, full screen display mode, and AIO (automatic image optimization)
ECO-friendly: Less radiation, less power consumption, longer usage life, and longer battery standby time.
Ergonomics: Rotatable LED (0-30), more viewing angles, ultra-compact, ultra-light, easy to carry, easy to use quick access keyboard, optional dedicated cart, and a streamlined workflow.
Economic: The latest platform with a more advanced chip-set bringing better image quality and features at a lower cost in a more compact unit, with 8G memory card, and vehicle charging.
All ECO ultrasounds feature a 12" 30 degree rotatable medical grade LED monitor for different viewing angles, USB port, one key quick save, CINE, still imaging clips for quick recall, one key to full screen mode, compound imaging, 4G standard memory, and supports video and PC printer options. Also there is optional DICOM 3.0, 320G hard drive, waterproof keyboard cover, vehicle power charger for charging on the go, water-proof keyboard cover, and a carrying case.
The image quality improves as you move up the line with ECO 2, ECO 3 starting to feature automatic PW trace improving the diagnosis with excellent resolution. ECO 5 adds CFM Color Doppler technology, color priority, color filter, and trapezoidal imaging.
ECO 6 finishes the series adding more advanced features CW, TDI, B/bC, super needle, 2D Steer, Triplex, Auto IMT, Automatic PW trace, CPA, and DPD, also adding the Phased Array Probe option. All this for a fraction of the cost for similar units.
Which unit fits your needs? Check them out today, all for value far beyond their prices. You won't be disappointed. And I won't fail to mention, all are available with Veterinary Software packages as well. Affordable prices between $3999 and $11000 with one probe.
Human Software: Chison ECO1 - Chison ECO2 - Chison ECO3 - Chison ECO5 - Chison ECO6
Veterinary Software: ECO1Vet - ECO2Vet - ECO3Vet - ECO5Vet- ECO6Vet
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The portability and size of equipment in healthcare can have a real impact. Smaller, lightweight ultrasound systems can be brought to patients in emergency situations, moved from room to room within a facility, or transported to a remote location for point of care. Not confined to a room with a stationary unit sounds like a better deal for both your practice and your patient. Providers who are making the jump into the future of ultrasounds are finding value in this flexibility.
An Improved Doctor Patient Relationship
A portable ultrasound can allow for a prompt, immediate, and accurate diagnosis for a patient wherever they are located wether in a facility or remote location. Patients appreciate not having to be moved from room to room and waiting in additional lines. A portable ultrasound helps doctors make quick evaluations and treat patients faster and in a more effective manner. Doctors can also show patients in real time whats going on to help them better understand what ailments they are dealing with. This level of commitment and focus improves the doctor patient relationship, and leads to better patient outcome and satisfaction.
A Smaller Price Tag
Purchasing an ultrasound can be a major obstacle, however portable ultrasounds are relatively less expensive, and more cost efficient. With the smaller price tag facilities can possibly purchase more than one ultrasound, and avoid wait times and moving patients around. Portable ultrasounds range in price from $2000 - $20,000 versus standard ultrasounds that cost $20,000 - $200,000 or higher. What is nice is that you pay for the features you need, with many options from basic to advanced.
Similar Capabilities
Portable ultrasound manufactures are continuing to add more features and imaging capabilities making them better, smaller, and more powerful. Many portable ultrasounds are offering imaging capabilities that are at the same level as large trolley based units, featuring high quality imaging in resolution and image optimization. Compact systems are designed for a variety of specialties and applications. They can be used for 2D, 3D, and 4D across the spectrum. Many models are easy to use with streamlined and optimized workflow. Additionally portable units can feature color, doppler, power batteries, image transfer, print, and specific measurement and report packages, and really anything you may need for successful diagnostic imaging.
Given the widespread use and relevance in medicine today, it would be a good idea to see if a portable ultrasound would benefit your practice. If you want to update your medical facility with a portable ultrasound, KeeboMed specializes in portable ultrasound machines. KeeboMed offers the best affordable prices on portable units and quality that you can trust. If you need help in choosing the right portable ultrasound for your practice, contact KeeboMed and speak to one of our representatives. We are happy to help you find the perfect ultrasound equipment for your practice!
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When it comes to getting good image quality, simple things like ultrasound gel are essential. In fact it is not recommended to do an ultrasound scan without it.
Ultrasound sound waves have a hard time traveling through the air, and so ultrasound gel is placed on both the patients skin and the ultrasound probe. Ultrasound gel creates a bond between the skin and the probe preventing the air interference and resulting in a reduction of acoustic impedance and reflection to give you a clearer image.
Another helpful purpose of ultrasound gel is the role of lubrication. Gel helps move the probe smoothly over the skin when preforming an ultrasound scan. It can also be used for a rectal or vaginal ultrasound exam for lubrication.
Is it toxic?
No, the ingredients used to make ultrasound gel are non-toxic and safe to use by trained medical professionals.
Does it expire?
The typical shelf life of gel is 5 years. It is recommended once opened it should be used within 28 days.
Does it have to be cold?
Ultrasound gel is a water-based product and acclimates to the temperature of the environment. Typically clinics and hospitals are on the colder side, and this makes for cold gel. An ultrasound gel warmer can used to increase patient comfort, and keep ultrasound gel bottles at a warm temperature.
Aquasonic 100 is the most widely used gel for diagnostic and therapeutic medical ultrasounds. The Aquasonic 100 gel formula is hypoallergenic, bacteriostatic, non-sensitizing and non-irritating. Recommended for all procedures where a viscous gel is required. Purchase it online today!
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You've purchased an ultrasound, now what? Getting some training and tips will help you get the most out of your ultrasound machine. Also learning some useful techniques and how to use ultrasound imaging software can help you improve as well.
Gaining fine motor control is what you need to perform a good examination for locating structures you are imaging with an ultrasound. Many structures are small such as the gall bladder and adrenals; therefore you need fine motor control to find them and stay on them with your transducer. After finding the targeted organ you are imaging, be thorough in your examination. You can do this by rotating the probe to ultrasound an organ in 3 different views.
You can also produce a better ultrasound image using the machines software capabilities. To help, most ultrasounds now have automatic image optimization which will help get the highest quality image. Try some of these tips below to improve your ultrasound image.
If you have purchased an ultrasound from us at KeeboMed, we can help answer specific questions and head to you in the right direction. You can also upgrade or change to an ultrasound that may better fit your needs.
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Chiropractic clinics across the country have been updating their office with a MSK ultrasound machine. Why?
Ultrasound technology is a popular choice among chiropractors since they don't use ionizing radiation like x-ray or CT scans, making them a safe choice for any patient. When superficial imaging is required, ultrasound can achieve extremely high resolution, quite comparable to that of MRI or CT scanning.
Along with that, most convincingly is the new lower price point on high-resolution ultrasound machines for sale. These two factors make a MSK ultrasound system the right diagnostic tool for the chiropractic field of medicine.
A musculoskeletal ultrasound can be used to diagnose a variety of MSK injuries and disorders. Primarily used to evaluate traumatic, inflammatory, and degenerative conditions of musculoskeletal structures. Providing dynamic information, the scans can be performed while moving the joint through a range of motion. A MSK ultrasound can also be used for needle guided injections for interventional procedures. It provides a higher level of accuracy, improved treatment success, and patient safety since the clinician can see exactly where the needle is being placed. MSK ultrasound imaging can help a chiropractor to identify:
There are a wide range of ultrasounds for sale on the market, but it doesn't have to be confusing. Here are some features to look for.
Portability: Provides excellent imaging quality, and can easily move from room to room.
High Frequency Linear Array Probe: A higher frequency probe 12MHz or higher allows for better image resolution among superficial images.
Having ultrasound imaging on site offers many real-time diagnostic benefits. If you're a chiropractor looking for the right MSK ultrasound system, KeeboMed can help you reach that goal. Take a look at our selections of MSK Ultrasound Machines today, and contact us if you need assistance in selecting one.
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Surgical gowns are important in the personal protection of a health care worker as well as the patient they are treating. It is vital to understand the risk level you are entering and the proper level of protection you need. Here is some basic information you need to know.
Protective surgical gowns are regulated by a set of standards and tests for manufacturers by AAMI. The number of protection levels you will see range from 1 to 4, with 4 providing the most protection. What do these levels correspond to?
There are two types of reinforced surgical gowns you typically see on the market, fabric reinforced and poly reinforced gowns. Critical zones that are important for reinforcement are the front chest, sleeve seam, sleeve, and front belt attachment point. Typically fabric reinforced gowns meet a Level 3 protection, while poly reinforced are a level 4 protection.
Making the right surgical gown selection is important to everyones health. Understanding your role in a procedure, how long it will last, and your exposure to how much fluid will help you choose the correct level of protective surgical gown you will need.
At KeeboMed we have a variety of surgical gowns proven to be of great quality and an affordable price.
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1. AFAST
AFAST stands for abdominal focused assessment with sonography for trauma. AFAST is an excellent diagnostic tool to assess veterinary trauma patients. Veterinary professionals and techs can visualize intra-peritoneal blood without invasive or time-consuming tests. Non-radiologists can learn how to perform AFAST to provide immediate assessments in the trauma or acute patient.
Perform AFAST as soon as possible following triage of the patient. You can usually perform AFAST scans while the veterinary patient is being stabilized.
As with all FAST methods, use an ultrasound in B-mode with most probes. Place the animal in the lateral recumbency or right lateral recumbency position. In medically necessary cases, including patients in respiratory distress, scan the veterinary patient while the animal is standing up or in sternal recumbency.
It's not necessary to shave the animal. However, shaving can assist inexperienced ultrasound operators with visualization and interpretation of the ultrasound field.
Scan for AFAST in four places which are as follows:
Scan each of the sites in two planes, ensuring the two planes are oriented at a 90-degree angle to each other. To find blood and other fluid in the ultrasound field, look for black spaces between and adjacent to organs. The black areas are positive for free fluid in the abdomen.
Operators may then rate trauma patients with an abdominal fluid score graded from 0 to 4 depending on the presence of fluid-positive spaces in the ultrasound field. If blood is noted on the AFAST exam, perform serial scans on patients to check for continued fluid accumulation.
AFAST examinations will not always detect signs of penetrating trauma in the abdomen, including puncture wounds and bowel injury. An initial FAST exam may be negative while the patient is actually suffering from an intra-abdominal injury. Always perform full ultrasound scans and other diagnostic tests to check for additional problems in the abdominal areas when patients are stabilized.
2. TFAST
The technique known as TFAST, or thoracic focused assessment with sonography for trauma, continues to evolve as trauma professionals refine the key ultrasound strategies in rapid patient assessment. TFAST basically follows the FAST technique of quickly scanning a specific anatomical region - in this case, the thorax.
Operators scan four places in the thorax region for a rapid assessment of bleeding, punctures, and other issues. The four places scanned in a TFAST examination include:
In the TFAST exam, look in the diaphragmatic-hepatic view or pericardial view for fluid around the heart that's surrounded by the white line of the pericardium. This is a positive sign for pericardial effusion. For detailed and more advanced TFAST scans, M-mode evaluation offers better visualization of pulmonary conditions in veterinary patients.
Veterinary staff can perform AFAST and TFAST together for more complete assessments of veterinary trauma patients. As with the AFAST exam, the initial thoracic ultrasound assessment of the veterinary patient should be followed up with a complete scan of the thorax.
3. Vet BLUE
Vet BLUE stands for veterinary bedside lung ultrasound. Vet BLUE methodology can be used with trauma, chronic, and acute veterinary patients.
The Vet BLUE technique is a way to easily visualize dry lung versus wet lung using the ultrasound probe. You can see the presence or lack of the Glide Sign (called lung sliding in humans) and A-lines to determine if the lungs are dry or wet.
To perform the Vet BLUE assessment, orient the ultrasound image to show the rib heads at the top middle of the ultrasound field. The rib heads should be viewed as the Gator Sign, where the rib heads become the eyes of the alligator.
Next, find the horizontal white line that would lie over the alligator's nose if it were partially submerged in water. This is the pulmonary-pleural line where the lung should glide over the thoracic wall.
Place the rib head in the middle of the ultrasound field to create the one-eyed Gator, and you should be able to easily visualize the Glide Sign. A-signs without glide indicate pneumothorax, while vertical lung rockets (B-lines) in the inter-costal space view indicate wet lung or edema.
Vet BLUE, AFAST, and TFAST are critical tools in the emergency and acute veterinary setting. As noted above, even non-radiology staff can acquire competent skills using FAST techniques. If your staff is not trained in the technique, invest in FAST training for your emergency veterinary team as soon as possible.
Order high-quality veterinary ultrasound machines for your practice from KeeboMed today. We have a large inventory of used portable, vascular, cardiac, MSK, and 3D/4D ultrasound equipment, and we're registered with the FDA. You can order your upgraded veterinary ultrasound equipment with complete confidence thanks to our generous 60-day return policy.
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On average, an ultrasound examination takes about 30 minutes. A variety of ultrasound machines are available, and the type of machine needed largely depends upon the application it is being used for. Read on for more information about four of the most common applications for ultrasound machines.
1. Cardiac Ultrasound
Also known as an echocardiogram, doctors use cardiac ultrasounds to look at the heart muscle and the heart valves. Some of the primary reasons for doing a cardiac ultrasound include assessing the function of the heart, looking for internal symptoms of heart disease, and evaluating the effectiveness of cardiac treatments.
Cardiac ultrasounds are broken down into specific types, which include the following:
Doctors order each of these types of cardiac ultrasounds for different reasons. In most cases, a cardiologist decides which type of echocardiogram is necessary in order to obtain specific information about the heart.
2. Vascular Ultrasound
Also called the circulatory system, the body's vascular system is made of up arteries and veins that carry blood throughout the body while delivering oxygen and nutrients to soft tissues. Doctors often use vascular ultrasound to detect blockages or blood clots inside of these important vessels.
A Doppler ultrasound can be used in conjunction with a vascular ultrasound in order to evaluate the flow of blood throughout the arteries and veins of the entire body, including the arms, legs, abdomen, liver, and kidneys.
Besides detecting blockages, the following are some of the most common reasons that doctors order a vascular ultrasound for a patient:
Doctors also perform a vascular ultrasound when they need to place a catheter in a vein or artery. Using ultrasound in this circumstance is beneficial as it reduces the risk of complications, such as bleeding or nerve damage, during the placement of the catheter.
3. Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) Ultrasound
The most well-known type of ultrasound is an obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) ultrasound, which is used to evaluate the growth of a baby inside the mother's womb. This type of ultrasound can be beneficial for a mother-to-be as it can help her know that the baby is developing normally.
Other benefits an OB-GYN ultrasound provide include:
Ultrasounds are usually performed between 18 and 22 weeks gestation. If a problem is detected, the doctor may order frequent ultrasounds throughout the remainder of the pregnancy. In some instances, other types of OB-GYN ultrasounds, such as trans-vaginal, are used early in the pregnancy to get a better look at the baby in its earliest stages.
4. Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound
Doctors normally use ultrasounds to look at certain organs inside the body, but sometimes the physician needs to see the muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. This is where the MSK ultrasound comes in. MSK ultrasound can be especially beneficial for diagnosing sprains, strains, inflammation, and other soft-tissue injuries.
Doctors can also use MSK ultrasound to detect the following:
Medical technicians can use the MSK ultrasound to detect cysts, hernias, and dislocations as well. Oftentimes MSK ultrasound is used in conjunction with other types of diagnostic testing, such as x-rays, so that doctors can determine if the bones or skeleton have been affected as well.
If you are a medical provider in need of either a new or used ultrasound machine, KeeboMed welcomes the opportunity to meet all of your ultrasound needs. We have machines available for all applications, including vascular, OB-GYN, MSK, and cardiac ultrasounds. We also have ultrasound machines with full-color Doppler, portable, 3D, or 4D capabilities. Contact us today to see how we can help you.
]]>As a way to supplement the diagnostic benefits of an X-ray machine without breaking the bank, some vets have turned to ultrasound machines to fill in the gaps.
Ultrasound is a safe, effective, and non-invasive diagnostic procedure that has almost no side effects, particularly if a pet doesn't require sedation to sit still for the machine. Read on for five ways in which veterinary ultrasound machines can be used to improve pet health and even extend life expectancies.
#1: Quickly Locate a Swallowed Object
Even the most careful pet parents may find themselves rushing to the emergency vet after discovering that their dog, cat, or other critter has ingested a harmful object. While small items can usually pass through most animals' intestinal tracts unimpeded, larger or expandable items (like chunks of foam mattress) can create an intestinal blockage or other potentially life-threatening health condition.
For many vets, an X-ray is the go-to means by which to determine how far an item has traveled through an animal's digestive tract. But X-rays aren't foolproof, and sometimes it can be tough to differentiate between tissues and foreign bodies. By using an ultrasound machine to examine the animal's stomach, vets can more easily locate these items and examine them to determine whether surgical removal may be necessary.
#2: Stage Cancer More Accurately
Many cancerous (and non-cancerous) tumors, cysts, and other growths are readily visible on an X-ray, but it can be tough to determine more about these growths without performing invasive biopsy procedures.
An ultrasound can provide a 3D view of a mass and allow veterinarians to more readily determine whether further testing is needed. Ruling out malignancy through an ultrasound can often help pet owners avoid putting their pets through painful and expensive diagnostic procedures that often require full sedation.
If a tumor does turn out to be cancerous, ultrasound can be used to stage it - that is, to determine whether it is Stage I, II, III, or IV. Vets can also use ultrasound to monitor the tumor's size if cancer treatment is pursued. By viewing the tumor on an ultrasound machine at frequent intervals, veterinarians can often avoid having to perform blood and other invasive tests to see how well treatments are working.
#3: Diagnose Heart Diseases
An ultrasound of the heart is referred to as an echocardiogram and can be incredibly useful for diagnosing and managing various heart conditions. By watching through an ultrasound monitor as the heart pumps blood, veterinarians can see potential artery blockages, ensure all valves are functioning as they should, and see whether the heart has excess fluid around it, which can be an early sign of congestive heart failure.
Ultrasounds can also be used to measure the walls of the heart. For pets with heart conditions that require observation, the ability to quickly and painlessly obtain these measurements can be invaluable in ensuring the pet's comfort and making any necessary changes to medication, diet, or exercise regimens.
#4: Rule Out Potential Diagnoses
Occasionally, veterinarians need a clear line of sight inside the body to ensure that a biopsy or fine- needle aspiration is correctly performed. If fluid must be drawn from the spine, bladder, or elsewhere to check for infection or the presence of cancer cells, accuracy is key. Withdrawing fluid from the wrong place could lead to misdiagnosis or require a second biopsy to be performed.
By using an ultrasound to watch the needle reach its destination, veterinarians are able to make sure they're getting the right fluids or tissues on the first try.
#5: Prevent Trauma-Related Complications
When a pet is struck by a vehicle, physically abused, or otherwise involved in a physically traumatic accident, internal bleeding is often a major concern. An ultrasound can quickly check for pooled blood in the stomach, lungs, or other organs, giving vets the information they need to drain any excess fluid and cauterize the wound (or, in some cases, even remove organs like the spleen).
Because internal bleeding is often fairly symptom-free until it's too late, pet owners may wish to seek a diagnostic ultrasound whenever their pet has been involved in an accident. This is an easy and inexpensive way to provide pet owners with peace of mind and prevent pets from suffering a medical emergency.
KeeboMed specializes in ultrasound equipment and can ensure that your veterinary practice has the most up- to-date and accurate ultrasounds in the area. Give us a call or visit our website for more information or to place an order.
]]>Simply put, the device produces sound waves that causes vibrations within the soft tissue cells. As a result, sonic stimulation will increase the body's temperature, similar to the effect of how a heating pad does. A therapeutic ultrasound machine should not be used on a young child, during pregnancy, open wounds, eyes or with anyone who has vascular issues.
Depending on the patient's condition an examine may take up to 2 to 5 minutes. A special gel is required on the treated area in order to run the exam properly. This device may be an excellent alternative to alleviate pain to certain patients. This includes ligaments, muscles, joints, and tendons. Additional treatments can be on the joint contractors or tightness, sprains and ligament injuries, tendonitis, muscle strains and tear, bursitis, and frozen shoulder.
A common misunderstanding with the ultrasound therapy is how some believe that the transducer heats up like a heating pad. The heat that is produced in the transducer is from the cellular level. Sound waves act as vasodilation that causes pressure within the body to change to help you recover quicker.
The process for this exam is simple, in a circular motion a transducer is gently rubbed over the area that has been spread with a specialized gel. Once the exam is complete the aim of the therapeutic ultrasound is to reduce the inflammation and swelling of a patient. This treatment becomes an alternative for those who no longer want to take anti-inflammation drug.
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Water is an essential element that needs to be in the human body. When a human body is deprived of this element it is crucial that they consume drinking water that is purified. Now there are two types of water purifiers. One is a fresh water filter which cleans any dirty water that is found in ponds and rivers. The second one is called a desalinizing filter which removes the salt from seawater.
At times when an injury occurs to a patient they will need immediate care. When those incidents occur a portable ultrasound is able to diagnose and monitor the patient where the accident occurs. An additional advantage to this device is that it has the ability to examine an internal injury, detect abnormalities, and monitor the current health of a patient. With the device being lightweight, reasonably sized, and having the ability to run on battery this tool becomes a vital for emergencies.
The advantage of a portable device is that it has the ability to run on battery. Therefore, a built in solar power battery can reduce the amount of time the battery needs to charge. The solar charger converts the natural sun's energy into the battery in order to fuel the device.
]]>This device is beneficial to doctors or any trained caregiver to provide excellent care to their patients. The patient's medical information and files can be properly stored into the tablet's secure database. Additional features found in this lightweight, compact tablet is it's touchscreen capabilities. Textured grips make the tablet easy to handle but yet durable to withstand damage from dust, moisture, or even impact. Management app tools help to provide a medical diagnostic to the patient with the ability to relate the information through via video.
Doctors and physicians now have the ability to have similar functions as they would have in their main office. Portable attachments allow them to have excellent features such as scanning their patient's identification, insurance card, or even acquiring a signature. In addition, directions for treatments may be printed with a printer.
Certain patients have difficulty maneuvering around which makes it challenging for them to travel to their appointments. A portable ultrasound machine allows a doctor or physician to now take their clinic into the comforts of their patient's home. The trained medical professional can provide proper check-ups and diagnostics as they would in their clinic.
The three portable technologies mentioned in this article are excellent tools to help medical professional in their practice. However, these are only some of the many options one can choice from when it comes to portable technologies. Please review our website Keboomed.com to see other tools that may enhance your practice.
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Weather one purchases a single ultrasound transducer or a wireless one, the cost of these devices can easily become several thousand dollars. However, a multipurpose transducer can reduce the amount spent for a device. With a frequency rate of up to 15MHz, sound waves can be normally detected by a convex and phased array. Once detected, images of the abdominal, heart, and other body parts will appear on the screen of the device.
Naturally multipurpose transducers are larger because of their style of releasing their sound waves in a wider pattern. If you prefer a clearer and crisper image on your device it may be necessary to purchase a special transducer to meet those needs.
Simply the point to point wireless system is the best option for a wireless transducer. These two different devices create a link that can travel either a short or long distance. This prevents the transducer from being disconnected to your smartphone in a certain amount of distance.
The wireless system of a point to point has a set radio frequency that connects to a device. In addition, this feature will also prevent any other devices to interfere with the operation of the transducer. This wireless system mostly allows for an automatic connection to your smartphone as you open an imaging app.
It is our hope that these two factors mentioned in this article provides you with a little more clarity to which portable ultrasound device is best for you.
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Since mobile clinics do not have adequate spacing, cots are a great option to allow the freedom to work as comfortably as possible. They are easy store, affordable and lightweight.
Potentially there may be patients who arrive to a mobile clinic who are pregnant. A portable ultrasound machine will safely allow a doctor to examine the baby inside the mother's womb. The doctor will thus be able to determine the status of the baby and if there is any potential problems?
Tablets are an easy way to store the information of each patient safely. Since tablets are easy to maneuver and are light in weight, a doctor can record a patient's information without it getting lost or ruined.
Since medical care is difficult to attain in these areas mobile clinics have been beneficial to those who have been affected by poverty.
]]>An additional advantage that this device provides to the medical field is the ability to safely monitor an unborn fetus's inside a mother. The procedure of an ultrasound examine ensures the mother of her child's progress during the pregnancy, such as determining the child's sex or their weight. Another perk to this device is that it allows physicians to detect how strong their patient's heart is pumping. This in turn will help the physician to determine if their heart vales are properly functioning.
Evidence shows that the ultrasound machines have indeed changed the medical field. However, some ask, how does this device actually work? Notice in the following subheading how this machine actually works.
There are much similarities between an ultrasound machine and animals who use echolocation. Both use high frequency waves and echoes to locate their object. Once sound waves travel from the probe to the body, the body reflects these sounds waves into a probe. During this process, the machine will calculate the distance of the sound waves that are reflected from the bodies tissue's into the probe. Once the distance is properly measured an image appears on the screen's device. The physician will then see a two or three dimensional image of the intended object.
How are sound waves sent out from the probe? The answer is found in the unique feature called the central processing unit (CPU). This function is the brain of an ultrasound machine that computes the micro-processor memory, power supply, and amplifiers for the probe. Electrical currents are sent to the probe from the device to transmit sound waves to an object.
Notice some of the components of an ultrasound machine:
1) Keyboard
2) Printer
3) Transducer Probe
4) Transducer Pulse Controls
5) Disk Storage Device
6) Central Processing Unit
7) Display
Now that we have noticed how this device works, our next question is, how is this machine maintained?
Proper maintenance on an ultrasound machine is essential to receive the maximum usage of this device. As an example, each time the device or it's probe is used, sterilization is needed to disinfect any potential germs that were spread. Additionally, for accurate readings the cables of the device need to be properly monitored. There are other proper procedures that need to be followed for an ultrasound machine. A manual is usually sent with the machine that provides specifications of its maintenance.
Accurate diagnoses, painless examines, and effective procedures have convinced several physicians of the importance of purchasing their own ultrasound machine for their practice. Now the question is, can an ultrasound machine help you?
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The natural properties of an ultrasound machine are similar to the way bats detect their prey. Sound waves projected on the device have the ability to detect the frequency of its target. This machine becomes useful to a physician as it will allow them to gain a clearer diagnosis for their patients.
1) Cleaning
When certain equipment is being used for your practice, have clean tools is essential. At times this may prove to be a difficult task. However, the process of an ultrasonic cleaning allows dirt and grease to be removed easier from the equipment. The process is simple, an object is dipped in a cleaning solution and the ultrasonic waves are generated on item to remove the dirt or grease.
2) Echocardiography
This process allows for an image of the heart to be seen on an ultrasound machine. The ultrasonic waves are reflected on the image an then detected.
3) Ultrasonography
Sonogram images of the internal body structures can be seen by the medical ultrasound. This process is a diagnostic imagining technique that allows organs, muscles, and joints to be visible. A probe can detect the sound waves echoed from the tissue, which are then recorded and displayed on the screen of the device.
4) Lithotripsy
If a patient has large stones in their kidney it can become extremely difficult to remove them. However, the ultrasonic waves break the stones into smaller pieces without injuring the body. This allows for a smoother process for the smaller pieces of stones to be properly removed from the body.
5) Sonar
Sound can be detected, navigated, and even communicated by the process called Sonar.
6) Echolocation
At the outset of this article we stated that an ultrasound machine and bats use similar techniques to locate their target. This is clearly seen in how both use the process of echolocation. Sound waves allow them to locate and navigate where their objects are. Once the object is hit it reflects back to them the shape, distance, and size of their target.
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Cervical Osteophytes are bone spurs that are located in the neck vertebrae. The osteophytes is a symptom that is not alarming until there are neurological symptoms experienced by the patient. These include noticeable pain felt within that region of the body, difficulty swallowing, compression of the esophagus, and inflammation.
Dysphagia is a medical term that classifies one as having difficulty swallowing food, drinks, or even their own saliva. The danger that exists in dysphagia is what it can lead to, aphagia. Aphagia is a condition in which one is completely unable to swallow due to the esophagus and their related muscles not functioning properly or being used. This condition can be devastating to one's health as it will cause the body's organs to shut down due to dehydration. If aphagia is detected in your patient it becomes crucial that they receive a nasogastric tube.
1) Dysphagia:
When a patient is consistently coughing, chocking, or gaging when they eat this becomes a big indication that they are experiencing dysphagia. Additional symptoms that they may experience are hoarseness, dramatic weight loss, heartburn, or even drooling.
2) Aphagia:
This condition will make it nearly impossible for your patient to swallow anything. The food or beverage that they consume will automatically be spit out due to pain.
If in fact your patient is experiencing any one of these symptoms an examination from their primary physician is vital
According to The National institutes of Health the therapy treatment called phonophoresis when combined with the specialized gel that contains ketoprofen has improved the severity of dysphagia. Additionally, cervical muscle tenderness from the bone spurs are helped to be relieved. This will reduce the chances of your patient's bone spurs to be diagnosed with dysphagia or aphagia.
Phonophoresis is a therapeutic ultrasound that improves the permeability of the skin to allow a medication to be delivered deeper into the body's tissues. A portable ultrasound machine is able to detect potential complications found in the bone spurs of a neck. This in turn will allow a physician to accurately diagnose their patient's to provide them the best possible treatments for their conditions. Our website www.keebomed.com provides affordable and efficient portable ultrasounds that will best suit your needs for your practice.
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In the past, doctors and nurses recorded the patients history on paper. This was a painstaking process which effected the efficiency rate of an examination or even a treatment. Nevertheless, with the via EMR technologies has greatly improved the efficiency rate of keeping track of the patients medical records. Transferring or updating the patients data within the medical personnel has become an easier task to perform.
A portable ultrasound machine has proved to be advantageous to the medical field. The mobility of this device allows for an accurate diagnosis that efficiently measures a patient in remote areas such as accident scenes, ambulances, or even lifeline helicopters. In addition, this device also has the ability to reveal multiple internal health problems or can be used as a guiding tool for biopsies or fetal development.
Prior to the small wireless technologies an analysis of a patient's vitals or symptoms was a difficult process for a doctor to examine. However, now with real-time monitors a doctor may see a diagnosis in detail without any interruptions. Sensors can be put on the patient's skin or specialized devices can be worn on their clothing, neck, or even wrist. Injectable devices and ingestible cameras allow for an internal check-up.
Diseases have been on going battle for patients. However, with the advancements of the gene-editing tools the battle against these diseases have proved to be a little easier. A specialists has the ability to improve a patient's immune system by altering their cells which improves their fight against these diseases.
The modern day medicine world has greatly improved due to these four technological advancements. These tools have helped physicians and doctors around the world to provide accurate and efficient diagnosis to their patients, which allows for a better chance to survive diseases.
]]>There are specific needs that your practice requires. Several portable ultrasound machine have certain features that can meet those requirements. Nevertheless, identifying the needs from the wants will determine the best device for you. This will shrink your search in finding the best devices to meet those needs.
The federal government has specific requirements that a portable ultrasound machine must meet. Therefore, any device you are planning to get should be able to provide certification that meets those requirements. In addition, it would be wise to consult your local health department to see what the federal government requires for your practice.
Despite the portable ultrasound that you choose, there is a possibility that your device may have technical difficulties. It becomes crucial than to have a manufacturer that has trained professionals to provide practical assistance.
In addition to examining the features of an ultrasound, carefully analyze the availability of the technical support team. For example, what are the hours of operation for the support team or what abilities can they perform? The answers to these questions will assist you in choosing the right portable ultrasound for your practice.
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A technician most often uses a machine called a transducer that maps a body's internals which is displayed as an imagine to help diagnose a patient. Ultrasound waves are sent to the body which in turn bounces back to the machine as echoes. As the machine measures the time it takes for the echoes to bounce back, this will allow a calculation to measure the distance travelled and conclude with an image on the screen.
The majority of the responsibility of a technician is to operate this machine. However, maintenance and explaining the images that are displayed on the machine are also included. Throughout the process of an ultrasound examination the sonographer will provide quality patient care, accurate reports taken on images, and maintaining patient records. In order for these requirements to be met by a technician it is crucial to have great administrative skills, communication, and organizational and teamwork abilities.
Across the Untied States there are countless amount of hospitals that are equipped with an ultrasound machine. The medical field has seen successful benefits in there practice by using these devices on their patients. As these devices continue to grow in the medical field this in turn requires qualified technicians to successfully operate on them. A technician can feel assured that as long as these machines are in high demand, so likewise will their career.
53,700 diagnostic medical sonographers are currently operating in the Untied States. According to the Untied States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) the number of jobs that will be available in this field in the next 10 years is a remarkable 44%. The diagnostic medical sonography is one of the fastest growing career's in the whole American job market.
Due to the huge reduction for the cost of an ultrasound machine, physicians have jumped to these offers to equip their practices with these devices. An added bonus to these devices is that some machines have the ability to be portable and can run on a standard desktop with a specialized software. With the ability to have sonograms to aid their diagnoses coupled with excellent technological innovations it is no wonder why ultrasound technicians are such in high demand.
According to the BLS 23,400 ultrasound technician jobs will be open by 2020. This calls for qualified technicians that are specialized in this field and have up to date knowledge of the latest advancements in these devices. On going training in this career will be essential in order to understand the new technologies found in these devices such as 3D and 4D imaging.
Neurosonology: The evaluation of the brain and spinal cord.
Vascular Technology: The evaluation of blood flow in the abdominal and peripheral blood vessels.
Obstetrics/Gynecology: Evaluating the growth and the development of the fetal. In addition, diagnosing common gynecological problems.
Breast: The evaluation of abnormalities discovered in the screening or diagnostic mammography.
Ophthalmology: The assessment of the eye and its encircling muscles.
Abdominal: Examination of blood vessels, organs, and soft tissues located in the abdominal cavities. This also includes the kidneys, liver, pancreas, urinary tract, and the spleen.
Echocardiography: The evaluation of blood flow and anatomy of the heart with it's valves and blood vessels.
On an average an ultrasound technician typically works around 40 hours a week. They may be called to come into work on short notice because of emergencies, which may include weekends. The majority of sonographers work in hospitals, but some technicians work in physician offices diagnostic laboratories. Technicians are constantly on their feet and at times pushing, lifting, or bending down is required to complete their task.
]]>1) Recognizes OB emergencies: With 95% accuracy an ultrasound machine is able to identify emergency cases such as ectopic pregnancy and placenta abruption.
2) Verifies airway placement: A confirmed placement of the endotracheal tube for air-way management is correctly located with an ultrasound. In addition, this machine will allow you to distinguish more clearly from a main tracheal intubation to a right main-stream intubation.
3) Detecting dyspnea causes: The cause of acute dyspnea can be more accurately diagnosed by a portable ultrasound. This allows better preparation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or pulmonary edema.
4) Improved assessments of cardiac motion: An ultrasound improves the accuracy of the evaluation of cardiac motion. Precise pre-hospital diagnosis and treatment procedures are improved to ensure an increase in the survival rate of your patients.
5) Diagnosing strokes: Delicate conditions such as strokes can be more accurately detected with an ultrasonic machine. In turn this will provide your patient to arrive to the apporiate stroke center for specific treatment as soon as possible.
]]>When it comes to choosing your ultrasound understanding the purpose of your machine is essential. Here are some basic features that may determine the type of ultrasound you buy.
1) A Basic Ultrasound Machine: High frequency sound waves are omitted by the transducer which eventually bounces off the structures inside the body. The ultrasound machine receives interior images, sounds, and even recordings of the body once the transducer is applied outside the body. Normally a basic ultrasound should cover your basic needs.
2) Internal Scan: When it comes to prostate issues, pelvic examinations, early-state pregnancy abnormalities or ectopic pregnancies an ultrasound machine that has this feature is your best choice. In addition, internal scans requires a transvaginal or a transrectal scanner to fit your patient internal regions.
3) 3D or 4D Ultrasound: An ultrasound with this feature when working on a obstetrics allows for a 3D or 4D image to be displayed to determine a fetus' sex. The 4D image allows for a 3 dimensional picture in real time. However, several clinical's a hospitals use 3D ultrasounds.
4) Portable Ultrasound Machines: A portable machine is an excellent choice if one has limited in space. Another added feature to this machine is that it may come with wheels to allow easier maneuvering.
5) Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Machine: This type of machine is geared to athletic-related applications. It allows bones and muscles to be scanned to confirm an accurate diagnosis.
6) Doppler Ultrasound Machines: This machine detects blood flow in fetuses, heartbeats, and early-stage breast cancer. It also has the ability to measure the speed and movement inside a body.
7) Echocardiograms Or Cardiac Ultrasound Machines: This machine allows for images to be taken inside the heart by using a Doppler signal. In addition, this feature allows for blood velocity to be measured.
The linear and sector probes are typically the most commonly used probes for an ultrasound. Higher resolution is found in linear probes which allows clearer distinction between tissues. Different frequencies are measured when scanning tissues of varying depth. Sector probes allow for a wider field of view. However, both probes have the feature of being used internally and externally.
1) Dimensions and weight of machine
2) The ability to capture an image
3) The kind and amount of gel needed
4) Portability and ergonomics
5) Back up battery power
Common manufactures:
1) Esaote
2) SonoSite
3) Volcano
4) Mindray
5) Samsung
6) General Electric
7) Boston Scientific
8) Siemens
9) Philips
10) Toshiba
11) Fukuda Denshi
]]>When it comes to certain medicines and foods there may be potential risk of having a negative side effect to your unborn child. Therefore, it is important to consult with your doctor to identify which prescriptions and foods are safe for you to consume. In addition, it has been highly recommended to avoid alcohol, skipping meals, smoking, and consuming a large amount of caffeine. The majority of doctors do advise that vitamin supplements be taken during your pregnancy, such as folic acid.
Throughout your pregnancy a regular health screening allows your doctor to monitor your child's status. Any concerns you have in connection to your pregnancy should be consulted by your doctor as soon as possible. This includes any maternal infections, spotting, or fever. It would be beneficial to attain a phone number that connects you to an after-hours nurse. This allows you to stay connected with your doctor to visit you in the comforts of your own home with a Keebomed portable ultrasound machine.
It is recommended that light exercises be implemented during your pregnancy such as: stretching, light housework, or walking. Attempt to schedule in a thirty minute exercise for each day. However, difficult and dangerous exercises should be avoided.
Lowering stress is a key component to having a smooth delivery for your pregnancy. However, there are some factors that can increase your stress levels. These include: increased finances, physical discomfort from weight gain, or other responsibilities that are connected with your pregnancy. Although some of these are inevitable there are practical steps you can take to reduce your stress. These include: receiving an appropriate amount of sleep, affixing to a financial plan, and taking a week or two off from work during the time of your pregnancy due date. These steps will allow you to relieve the amount of stress you intake.
]]>There are various reasons why bleeding may occur during a pregnancy. However, regardless of the amount of blood loss during the process it would be wise to look for medical attention if bleeding occurs. 20-30% of all women experience some sort of bleeding in the early stages of the pregnancy, according to the American Pregnancy Association. Sadly, bleeding during the first trimester may indicate a miscarriage. WebMD has stated that bleeding during these early stages along with menstrual-like cramps and severe abdominal pain can indicate an ectopic pregnancy.
If bleeding occurs in the third trimester this may be a sign of a placental abruption or placenta previa. According to the American Pregnancy Association, 1 out of every 200 pregnancies is diagnosed with placenta previa. However, usually no pain is connected with this condition.
Real contractions differentiate from Braxton-Hicks contractions. However, identifying which one you are experiencing during your pregnancy is crucial. Braxton-Hicks contractions are non-rhythmic, unpredictable, and do not escalate in its severity. According to WebMD, the contractions usually ease off within an hour when one stays hydrated. Real contractions develop in approximately 10 minutes and increases in its intensity. If you detect this condition please look for immediate medical treatment.
Morning sickness is typically experienced during pregnancy. Nevertheless, if your nausea and vomiting are preventing you to hold your food down, it would be wise to consult your doctor. As serve nausea and vomiting can have negative consequences to your child as a result of malnourishment and dehydration.
If you are constantly experiencing headaches, abdominal pain, swelling, shortness of breathe, or vision changes you may have the condition called preeclampsia. According to WebMD, preeclampsia usually occurs after 20 weeks of a pregnancy. This condition can be life-threatening and even fatal.
Throughout the pregnancy you will experience many changes, and although these changes may be natural, there could be an indication that there may be complications. If you experience any of the 4 warning signs described in this article, please contact your doctor immediately to supply you the best possible care you may receive. In addition, the majority of doctors can provide you with assistance in the comforts of your own home because of having access to portable ultrasounds like Keebomed.
]]>Here are the certain benefits you will for Musculoskeletal ultrasounds according to Smith and Finnoff:
It is important that you receive the best diagnosis possible for your patient. When you contrast most magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies to an ultrasound study notice what the facts show.
Ultrasounds prove to deliver higher quality images, even to the submillimeter detail of musculoskeletal parts (Kremkau 428). According to Smith and Finnoff the musculoskeletal ultrasound offers higher resolution to the imaging for soft tissue to allow a safer and more accurate needle injection and aspirations during interventional procedures. In addition, there is reduced risk of radiation when handling patients that are child-bearing age. With its interventional uses, ultrasounds have a vast amount of applications used for a diagnostic. The high image quality allows for a practitioner to diagnose different forms of pathology that include joint effusions, tendinosis, muscle sprains, nerve entrapments, ligament, and tendon tears.
When contrasting a musculoskeletal ultrasound with other diagnostic methods the best choice is within the facts.
]]>As the baby continues to develop, you may wonder how is my baby's heartbeat? Is their any possible chance I am having twins? Am I having boy or girl? What is their current size? Here is where the advantages of the ultrasound come into play. This machine simply creates sound waves to receive the echoes that are produced which generates into image. This image provides you and your doctor with the ability to have more information on your precious child.
Research, a supportive person alongside you, and asking questions to your doctor can ease your nerves when it comes this procedure. Knowing the details of this procedure can help you be prepared to face any potential abnormalities detected by the ultrasound.
The National Institute of Health gives us insight into what this procedure entails. You will simply lie down on the examination table with your stomach exposed. The ultrasound technician will then gently apply a gel to your stomach for the purpose of improving the sound conduction on your ultrasound. Next, a device called a probe will gently be maneuvered on your stomach. Finally, as these steps are completed the ultrasound will translate sounds into an image which will produce a picture.
For the first time your own eyes will be able to see your precious child through this image. The baby's features will show up as white in the image and the amniotic fluid will been seen as black. While the technician examines your stomach, the ultrasound will produce videos and still images that your doctor can analyze. The results of the ultrasound will allow your doctor to answer any of the question that you may have.
The procedure of a typical ultrasound usually is completed in about 15 to 20 minutes. However, a more through testing can possibly be up to an hour.
Your first ultrasound can be a little intimidating. However, the joyful results that you will receive will truly be memorable as you will see your precious child for the very first time.
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Ultrasound Transducers
With a traditional machine an ultrasound technician creates certain images by most likely using a variety transducers. Changing to multiple transducers is simple throughout an office, but when it comes to making a house call this process can be difficult. A portable ultrasound with three to four main transducers allows you to switch out easily and helps you to adapt to several different situations.
With any patient who possibly has heart or fetal problems, a sector array device is your best option. Curved array devices are designed for the abdominal and lung issues, and for soft tissue imagery linear devices becomes your best choice.
Smart Device Applications
A traditional location is ideal for portable ultrasound machines that needs a specific unit or a monitor with attached controls. However, for emergency's, quick analysis and diagnostics are essential. With a traditional ultrasound machine emergency imaging will be challenging. The solution? A smartphone ultrasound system.
Smartphone or smart device ultrasound systems allows for diagnostic image to be completed with your cellular device. The lightning or USB port of your phone connects to the special transducers that allows you to control the transducers on your cellular device.
Images can be directly saved to your phone or tablet, with the option of transferring the imagery. Encryption is offered by most applications which allow the data storage and transfer to be compliant with HIPAA.
An ultrasound device that connects to your smartphone will possibly have a monthly fee for the use of it's operations. Nevertheless, compared to the price of a separate ultrasound monitor the charge for this service is minimal.
The right portable ultrasound machine with the best accessories will allow you to reach your specific imaging needs beyond your medical office.
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The beauty of a portable ultrasound machine is that it allows for a quick and accurate diagnosis. As a major bonus a portable machine reduces the amount of space that it takes up in a clinic. New models have been built with a slimmer design thus streamlining your practice. There is no doubt that your diagnosis will be quicker and even more efficient for your patients.
Affordable
Certain models for ultrasound machines can vary anywhere from $10,000 to $200,000. The prices on these machines can be very discouraging to a buyer. However, KeeboMed offers prices that one can honestly afford. Our affordable ultrasounds will help your practice operate smoothly and efficiently.
]]>Many in the Veterinary Field are so eager coming out of their chosen program classes and workshops at the CVC into the vast Exhibit Floor. Being able to implement these new strategies, techniques, and growth possibilities is becoming easier today; with many products and companies expanding into the Veterinary field.
KeeboMed is excited the CVC offers Clinical Programs for Imaging. It was awesome to see that the Basic Abdominal Ultrasonography Clinical Technique Course was SOLD OUT. This course helped attendees to learn techniques and to identify and examine the major abdominal organ systems. With Imaging Specialists on hand, it is a great way to get continuing education in this field.
Providing Ultrasound Imaging Diagnostics in your practice is an optimal standard of patient care. KeeboMed Inc. was there at the CVC, August 26th through the 28th. KeeboMed wants to help you accomplish this goal, by helping you get a quality ultrasound into your practice. Check out our large selection of ultrasounds at keebomed.com, and see how affordable they are today!
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