Fujifilm Medical Systems USA, Inc. (www.fujimed.com) has announced that its Computed Radiography for Mammography (FCRm) full-field digital mammography system is now available for use in mobile mammography. FCRm makes the transition to digital in mobile environments easy and affordable while delivering Fujifilm's renowned image quality. The system features a durable imaging plate and is less sensitive to temperature and humidity changes that may damage electronic detectors.

Mobile FCRm is suited for van conversions because it works with existing X-ray equipment, uses standard 110v power and does not require special environmental control.

NEW PRODUCT

Hand-carried Musculoskeletal Imaging System

SonoSite, Inc. (www.sonosite.com) introduces the S-MSK™ ultrasound tool. Based on SonoSite's fourth generation M-Turbo™ platform, S-MSK is rugged, easy to use and delivers increased processing power for image clarity and seamless connectivity for digital image export.

S-MSK acquires the optimal image in seconds with just two controls. Configured for use with SonoSite's HFL38x and L25x broadband transducers, S-MSK provides exceptional imaging for assessment or guidance of interventional procedures. Flash memory of 4 GB retains enough data for 20 standard exams even after the power is turned off. Three USB slots allow for sharing of images and video clips.

FDA CLEARANCE

Laptop-sized Ultrasound Device

Mindray (www.mindray.com) has received FDA approval for its M5 portable ultrasound imaging system. The company's first laptop-sized ultrasound imaging device, the M5 weighs only 6 kg and combines brilliant color imaging with uncompromised 2D performance.

With its unique small size, M5 is easy to transport and offers fast boot-up, rechargeable batteries and lightweight multifrequency transducers.

The M5's intelligent information management platform, iStation™, has a storage capacity of 80G HDD and provides easy storage, fast review and efficient management of patient data. The M5 system integrates seamless network and plug-and-play connectivity such as DICOM, USB ports, DVD-R/W and DVD recorder.

NEW PRODUCT

Electronic Healthcare Alerts

Physicians can begin signing up at www.hcnn.net for the Health Care Notification Network (HCNN), a free, secure service delivering urgent patient safety alerts to healthcare providers. HCNN replaces paper-based alerts to more
efficiently distribute information.

Alerts inform recipients of events including medication recalls, warnings and national public health emergencies. HCNN fulfills new FDA guidance for electronic communication of patient safety notification and is supported by medical liability carriers, medical societies, patient advocacy groups, health plans and other organizations dedicated to improved patient safety. HCNN protects healthcare provider privacy, with no e-mail addresses sold or disclosed to third parties.

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