Philips first of its kind ultrasound solution for pediatric assessment provides a gentler approach to imaging children
May 06 2020 - 9:00AM
May 6, 2020
Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG,
AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced
the ultimate ultrasound solution for pediatric assessment, the
latest addition for its Philips Ultrasound System (EPIQ Elite). The
new ultrasound solution provides clinicians with exceptionally
detailed images and the performance they need to make a definitive
diagnosis for pediatric patients, reducing the need for additional
diagnostic imaging steps, such as X-ray imaging.
The new ultrasound solution from Philips is designed
specifically for pediatric clinical use. It combines dedicated
transducers, enhanced processing, and software tools that are
optimized for the pediatric diagnostic workflow to help improve the
experience of both young patients and staff. Children are more
radiosensitive than adults, and efforts should be made to minimize
risk by reducing unnecessary exposure to radiation [1]. So, a more
gentle form of medical imaging is recommended when there is a clear
indication for use.
“The new pediatric assessment solution on the EPIQ Elite system
has elevated our ultrasound practice at Phoenix Children’s,” said
Dr. Luis Goncalves, Pediatric Radiologist at Phoenix Children’s
Hospital. “In particular, the solution’s new transducer offers
exceptional clinical performance and versatility across many
pediatric applications. For example, the intracranial detail we see
in the neonatal head is truly exceptional.”
Pediatric patients come in all shapes and sizes. From the
tiniest premature newborn baby to adult-sized pediatric patients,
Philips offers a complete imaging solution to elevate diagnostic
confidence in even the most challenging cases. The Philips ultimate
ultrasound solution for pediatric assessment includes a new
pediatric transducer, offering a 30% greater penetration [2] for
more detailed images, and has a tailored pediatric workflow to help
clinicians diagnose pediatric patients more quickly.
“Diagnostic confidence is vital for any clinician, especially
when diagnosing the most sensitive patients,” said Jeff Cohen, Vice
President, and General Manager General Imaging Ultrasound at
Philips. “Philips ultimate ultrasound solutions provide the right
level of image detail and context that clinicians need to make a
precise diagnosis.”
The Philips ultimate ultrasound solution for pediatric
assessment is cleared for pediatric clinical use. It extends
Philips’ portfolio of dedicated solutions on the Philips Ultrasound
System (EPIQ Elite) tailored to the needs of particular medical
specialties. Ultrasound solutions for clinical use from Philips are
available for the assessment of Small Parts, Liver, Vascular,
Breast, and now Pediatrics.
AvailabilityPhilips ultimate ultrasound solution for
pediatric assessment and the Ultrasound System (EPIQ Elite) update
are available globally [3].
[1]
www.fda.gov/radiation-emitting-products/medical-imaging/pediatric-x-ray-imaging[2]
The new mC12-3 pediatric transducer offers 30% greater penetration
in comparison to the previous generation[3] Worldwide availability,
excluding China and few other countries
For further information, please contact:
Hans DriessenPhilips Global Press OfficeTel.: +31 6
10610417E-mail: hans.driessen@philips.com
About Royal Philips
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health
technology company focused on improving people's health and
enabling better outcomes across the health continuum from healthy
living and prevention, to diagnosis, treatment and home care.
Philips leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and
consumer insights to deliver integrated solutions. Headquartered in
the Netherlands, the company is a leader in diagnostic imaging,
image-guided therapy, patient monitoring and health informatics, as
well as in consumer health and home care. Philips generated 2019
sales of EUR 19.5 billion and employs approximately 81,000
employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News
about Philips can be found at www.philips.com/newscenter.
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