Cardiovascular Ultrasound

Lantheus Medical Imaging Inc. announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of a label update for Definity Vial for (Perflutren Lipid Microsphere) Injectable Suspension. The update removes the contraindication statement related to use in patients with a known or suspected cardiac...

GE Healthcare unveiled its new generation of pocket-sized, dual-probe ultrasound, the Vscan Extend. From the hospital and ambulance to more rural environments, Vscan Extend uses high image quality and wireless connectivity to help users increase clinical confidence and improve patient care.

Sabrina Newell, MS, RCS, clinical analyst at healthcare consulting firm MD Buyline, explains some of the trends and new technology in ultrasound at RSNA 2016.

The Human Animal Bond Research Initiative (HABRI) announced it has awarded a $44,000 grant to Duke University School of Medicine’s Division of Pediatric Cardiology for a new research study on the impact of therapy dogs on pediatric echocardiograms.

October 14, 2016 — Philips announced at The American College of Emergency Physicians' (ACEP) annual meeting that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S.