Philips introduced the Compact Ultrasound 5500CV this week. A new portable ultrasound system that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to speed up cardiac imaging and make it more accessible. Designed for use at the patient's bedside, the Compact Ultrasound 5500CV provides high-quality cardiac imaging. It can easily be used in many places such as hospitals and nursing facilities. The new technology allows for quick and efficient diagnosis.
Thanks to AI-assisted measurement functionalities, scan time can be reduced by up to 50 percent, without compromising the quality or accuracy of the results. “With this system, we can perform key cardiac measurements faster and more consistently, which not only saves time for healthcare providers, but also leads to faster diagnoses and better care outcomes for patients,” said Paul Noten, Head of Ultrasound at Philips Benelux.
Important for acute care
Especially in acute situations or with vulnerable populations such as newborns and the elderly, the new AI-guided cardiac diagnostics is very important, according to Philips. Among other things, the 5500CV supports advanced transducers such as the X7-2t and X8-2t for echocardiography via the esophagus (TEE). This is essential in complex cardiac procedures, such as catheter interventions. The use of xMatrix technology and xPlane Imaging allows clinicians to capture two image cross-sections simultaneously with a single probe pass. This doubles the information yield per examination.
The AI function Auto Measure plays a key role in the optimization of work processes. This function automates routine 2D and Doppler heart measurements, increases reproducibility and supports consistent diagnostic decision-making. Compatibility with the new S12-4 transducer also makes the system suitable for neonatal and pediatric applications.
Real-time remote support
What further differentiates the Compact 5500CV is its integration with Philips' broader ultrasound platforms such as EPIQ, Affiniti and the vendor-independent Ultrasound Workspace. The connection to Philips Collaboration Live also allows for real-time remote diagnostic support. This is particularly useful for shaping future-proof, hybrid care models. Every year, an estimated 429 million diagnostic and interventional procedures are performed worldwide using the company's systems. The Compact 5500CV now adds a powerful, portable solution that Philips says fits seamlessly into the digital transformation of healthcare.
When it comes to optimizing work processes, Philips announced last week that Philips and Ibex Medical Analytiscs are further expanding their collaboration and linking to the new release of PIPS (Philips IntelliSite Pathology Solution). The two companies have been working together for several years to improve digital pathology through the deployment of AI-driven solutions.
