The GE VSCAN is a handheld, portable ultrasound monitor that can fit into the palm of your hand. The user friendly device has a minimal number of keys on the navigational wheel interface, therefore allowing the user to concentrate on the patient, instead of trying to navigate the device. This device changes the way physicians examine their patients; they are able to quickly and efficiently look into the body. The images are based on ultrasound technology.

The GE VSCAN images provide black and white anatomic and color-coded blood flow images in real time. During an examination, voice recording can be utilized and stored onto the device. Viewing different organ images is simplified due to presets. Another benefit is that the VSCAN helps unnecessary testing and helps speed up diagnostic decisions.

The VSCAN comes with its own software that is a gateway between the user's computer. Just a few of the features that this software offers is it allows the user to view stored images, image annotation, playback of recorded audio files, and additional information for the patient can be added to the exam information.

Clinical Applications for the VSCAN include:

• Cardiac

• Abdominal

• Urology

• Fetal /OB

• Pediatric

• Selected peripheral vascular applications

• Thoracic/pleural motion and fluid detection