Ultrasound
Next Gen AutoSCAN
Improves image uniformity and reduces button pushes by up to 54% with pixel-by-pixel real-time optimization1
Philips Next Gen AutoSCAN improves image uniformity, adaptively adjusting image brightness at every pixel and reducing the need for user adjustment while also improving transducer plunkability. Next Gen AutoSCAN reduces button pushes by up to 54% with pixel-by-pixel real-time optimization.1
Automatic optimization
Next Gen AutoSCAN automatically optimizes gain and time gain compensation (TGC) to continuously provide an optimal image without requiring users to manually adjust TGCs throughout the exam. The algorithm amplifies details in the raw ultrasound data that would be difficult to visualize with conventional image compression.
Image brightness adaptation
One challenge with rendering ultrasound images consists of mapping the high dynamic range (HDR) of the raw data to a display monitor that has a much lower standard dynamic range (SDR). Poor image compression can result in the loss of clinical information at both the highlights and shadows. Next Gen Auto Scan’s robust algorithm overcomes this challenge by adaptively adjusting image brightness at every pixel.
High stability across patients
Conventional image compression requires the user to manually adjust images to the desired brightness both axially and laterally using multiple gain controls. This approach requires constant adjustments by the user, depending on the body habitus. Next Gen Auto Scan’s automatic adjustments delivers high stability across patients - including technically difficult patients - while requiring fewer manual adjustments. This allows sonographers to move more easily from patient to patient, improving workflow.
Image gallery
- Liver without Next Gen AutoSCAN
- Liver with Next Gen AutoSCAN
- Liver without Next Gen AutoSCAN. Paired with FlowViewer
- Liver with Next Gen AutoSCAN. Paired with FlowViewer
- Breast without Next Gen AutoSCAN
- Breast with Next Gen AutoSCAN
EPIQ Elite
Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound features an exceptional level of clinical performance, workflow, and advanced intelligence to meet the challenges of today’s most demanding practices. These Philips ultrasound machines bring ultimate solutions to ultrasound, with clinically tailored tools designed to elevate diagnostic confidence to new levels.
Footnotes
- When comparing release 10 to release 7. Based on a small number of samples (n≤20); not statistically powered.
Disclaimer
Results are specific to the institution where they were obtained and may not reflect the results achievable at other institutions. Results in other cases may vary.