ANDOVER, Massachusetts and
LONDON, August 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Anatomically intelligent ultrasound tool provides
reproducible ultrasound results, fast exam times and seamless
workflow, yielding diagnostic confidence in cardiac
care
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) today announced the
European debut of HeartModelA.I., a new
Anatomically Intelligent Ultrasound (AIUS) tool that brings
advanced quantification, automated 3D views and robust
reproducibility to echocardiology. Philips' fastest 3D AIUS
ultrasound measurement method was unveiled today on its EPIQ 7
ultrasound system, Philips' first ultrasound with Anatomic
Intelligence capabilities, during ESC Congress 2015 in London.
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Using
HeartModelA.I.,
clinicians can quickly, easily and confidently assess disease
states, determine treatment, and guide related therapies. In a
recent comparison at one hospital, clinicians were able to acquire
and analyze the data necessary to calculate the dimensions and
volumes of the left atrium and ventricle (LA and LV) between 3 and
6 times faster using 3D measurements and
HeartModelA.I. than
with conventional 2D measurements and conventional volume and
dimensional analysis.[1] With a rich digital database of
anatomical structural models and adaptive system technology,
HeartModelA.I. has
access to advanced clinical information that automatically adapts
to variability in patient anatomy. This knowledge-based
identification and patient-specific adaptation provides proven
quantification of the left ventricle and atrium, and display of
routine apical views.
"Conventional echocardiograms can be very time consuming," said
Vitor Rocha, CEO, Ultrasound,
Philips. "Health systems are constantly looking for solutions to
provide the most efficient and effective way to help clinicians
make confident diagnosis. By combining AIUS with the power of
HeartModelA.I., we're
able to deliver technology that helps simplify a complicated exam
and makes it more reproducible."
HeartModelA.I. is
part of a suite of new tools and technologies available on Philips'
EPIQ 7 ultrasound system. The EPIQ 7 system is designed to enhance
automation and reproducibility to help address some of the most
critical strains on overburdened hospitals and healthcare systems
challenged to provide higher quality care at a lower cost. EPIQ 7
is known for its high-image quality, advanced automation and superb
ergonomic design.
"Collecting heart measurements in 3D is difficult and time
consuming," said Jose Zamorano, MD,
FESC, University Hospital Ramón y Cajal in Madrid. "Philips'
HeartModelA.I. helps to
make collecting critical cardiac ultrasound measurements easier and
more reproducible, which will not only enable time savings, but
will hopefully extend the adoption of 3D echocardiography exams to
more clinicians."
Philips has a rich history of innovations that redefine how care
is delivered. Philips first introduced Anatomical Intelligence with
the launch of EPIQ in 2013, Philips is continuing to leverage its
expertise in this area to pioneer organ models.
HeartModelA.I. on the
EPIQ 7 ultrasound system will be available in most markets by the
end of the year.
To learn more about AIUS and the full suite of Philips
innovative ultrasound solutions, please visit:
http://www.philips.com/ultrasound. Philips is showcasing its
HeartModelA.I. on the
EPIQ 7 system at ESC Congress beginning Aug.
29 through Sept. 2. For more information on Philips presence
at the ESC Congress 2015, please visit http://www.philips.com/esc
and follow the #ESCCongress conversation @PhilipsLiveFrom to
continue the conversation.
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1. The fastest times were achieved in cases where the clinicians
determined that no manual editing of the measurements was
necessary. These results may not reflect those achievable at other
institutions.
About Royal
Philips
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX:
PHIA) is a diversified health and well-being company, focused on
improving people's lives through meaningful innovation in the areas
of Healthcare, Consumer Lifestyle and Lighting. Headquartered in
the Netherlands, Philips posted
2014 sales of EUR 21.4 billion and
employs approximately 108,000 employees with sales and services in
more than 100 countries. The company is a leader in cardiac care,
acute care and home healthcare, energy-efficient lighting solutions
and new lighting applications, as well as male shaving and grooming
and oral healthcare. News from Philips is located at
http://www.philips.com/newscenter.
For more information, please
contact:
Kathy O'Reilly
Philips Group Communications
Tel: +1-978-659-2638 Mobile: +1-978-221-8919
Email: kathy.oreilly@philips.com
Twitter: @kathyoreilly
Sarah Haeger
Philips
Tel: +1-206-920-8726
Email: Sarah.Haeger@philips.com
Twitter: @sarahhaeger