Cardiovascular Ultrasound

Philips recently announced the introduction of the Epiq CVx cardiovascular ultrasound system. Built on the Epiq ultrasound platform, Epiq CVx is specifically designed to increase diagnostic confidence and simplify workflow for clinicians, giving them more time to interact with their patients and...

Chagas disease (ChD), an infectious parasitic disease transmitted primarily by triatomine insects, has become a significant public health problem in recent decades. While many ChD patients suffer only minor symptoms, 20-30 percent develop chronic heart disease (ChHD); the variety of possible...

Here are several updates in medical imaging contrast media agents.

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.