Introducing a next-generation ultrasound system
Konica Minolta introduces the SONIMAGE® HS2 Compact Ultrasound System, featuring advanced image clarity and innovative functionality optimized for point-of-care environments. Enhanced needle guidance, superior image quality, high-resolution blood flow imaging, hands-free voice control and an intuitive, wide view touchscreen monitor with improved annotation capabilities are several of the improvements users will experience.

Konica Minolta’s Dual Sonic technology utilizes a unique algorithm that transmits two waveforms depending on the focal length, providing the clarity and high signal needed for deep tissue imaging. Improved Tissue Harmonics technology suppresses acoustic noise and increases both frequency and sensitivity for both deep tissue and superficial imaging. When coupled with the company’s wide bandwidth L18-4 probe, users achieve exceptional image quality with improved fine details and contrast resolution for precision in diagnostic and interventional applications. Additional enhancements include higher resolution and faster frame rates, enabling more clear visualization of slow blood flow. Simple Needle Visualization, or SNV®, software is optimized for confident needle guidance.
“Ultrasound is more sensitive and specific for certain pathologies, for example, you can see tendon tears that you may miss on an MRI,” says Pradeep Albert, MD, radiologist, Lenox Hill Radiology. “With ultrasound, we can get the most amount of information in the least amount of time. I can perform a dynamic exam and watch the ligaments and tendons move while talking to the patient about where they have pain. The image quality from Konica Minolta’s ultrasound systems is amazing and I can obtain immediate information that streamlines the patient experience, enhances safety and makes them an active participant in the procedure.”

New teleradiology and AI solutions
In response to the growing need for teleradiology services resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, Konica Minolta Healthcare introduced Exa® Gateway, a cost-effective platform for secure remote reading that connects hospital radiology departments, radiology practices and teleradiologists through technology and services. By utilizing a facility’s existing PACS investment, Exa Gateway minimizes costs and streamlines connectivity. Teleradiologists can use their current PACS worklist and viewer without additional strain on existing IT staff and resources. Hospital radiology departments can add to or start teleradiology services, providing the flexibility to manage fluctuating volumes. Radiology practices can implement remote reading capabilities with access to teleradiologists to handle overflow of studies or provide overreads and sub-specialty interpretations, enhancing their service to referring physicians and patients. Exa Gateway can be configured for both existing Exa customers and non-Exa users.

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