Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

A universal platform for musculoskeletal ultrasound

Musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders are the leading contributor to disability worldwide, and are projected to continue to increase, due in part to an aging population [1]. In addition, worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975 and obesity is linked to a range of MSK conditions [2]. Widely available and cost-effective, ultrasound can provide images of soft tissues that do not show up well on X-ray images. It also can be used to guide procedures such as needle biopsies and fluid aspiration and to image joints in motion.

Demonstrated results in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

64%

improved penetration with the mL26-8 transducer

The mL26-8 transducer offers 36% improved spatial resolution and 64% improved penetration in superficial applications [6].

2x

the sensitivity and resolution of MFI

MicroFlow Imaging (MFI HD) offers 2x the sensitivity and resolution of MFI in assessing blood flow [7].

54%

reduction in number of button pushes

NextGen AutoSCAN reduces button pushes by up to 54% with pixel-by-pixel real time optimization [3].

Overview

Overview

Our ultrasound systems combine easy workflow and excellent image quality to bring a new level of confidence in musculoskeletal ultrasound – from soft tissue diagnosis and blood flow assessment to motion studies and procedure guidance. The eL18-4 PureWave transducer delivers exceptional resolution and penetration while our mL26-8 transducer offers our highest frequency in micro-linear format for superficial imaging. Additionally, Philips offers a universal platform across all our systems that can enhance efficiency, decrease training costs and time, and promote scheduling flexibility.
Features & Benefits

Features & Benefits

Image Quality

Resolution and penetration across the MSK spectrum

Philips MSK ultrasound offers high resolution of superficial structures as well as deep penetration. PureWave transducers provide ultra-wide dynamic range and unique beam reconstruction that reinforces exceptional tissue information at greater depths with less noise. Panoramic view enables capture of large anatomical structures in a single view. Philips Flow Viewer delivers 3D-like images of vascular flow topography. For interventional procedures, our Needle Visualization enhances the needle tip for support in lesion access.

Advanced Insights

Personalized ultrasound for every patient

Elevate your MSK ultrasound capabilities with advanced insights, including strain elastography to assess tissue stiffness and 3D/4D imaging that allows visualization of the full musculoskeletal structure from all angles. Philips Fusion and Navigation delivers multi-modality image fusion with a streamlined workflow that enables fusion between ultrasound and CT/MR/PET/CBCT images in under one minute. The xMATRIX transducer features an electronic multi-dimensional focus so that you can acquire simultaneous real-time images in both the longitudinal and transverse planes.

Workflow

Efficient and intuitive experience

Our systems are designed for efficient workflow and ease of use, regardless of operator experience. Next Gen AutoSCAN improves image uniformity, adaptively adjusting image brightness at every pixel, improving transducer plunkability by reducing button pushes by 54% [3]. Auto Doppler automatically adjusts for optimal flow sensitivity and resolution, reducing a ten-step procedure to only three steps [4]! SmartExam provides automatic, system-guided protocols that can be easily customized to suit your needs.

Trusted Partner

Tailor your support to your needs

Philips Collaboration Live allows you to extend your teamwithout expanding it -- using secure talk, text, screen share and video streamfunctions so users can access expertise remotely directly from the ultrasoundsystem. Our comprehensive clinical application education supports your teamwith opportunities to deepen expertise in CEUS. Beyond products, we offer ahost of services and support that help you tackle the business side ofhealthcare.

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Featured products for Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

EPIQ Elite

Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound features an exceptional level of clinical performance, workflow, and advanced intelligence to meet the challenges of today’s most demanding practices. The EPIQ Elite Platform brings ultimate solutions to ultrasound, with clinically tailored tools designed to elevate diagnostic confidence to new levels. EPIQ shares the same workflow, interface and transducers as the Affiniti and Compact systems.

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^Affiniti

Affiniti’s broad range of transducers offer PureWave crystal technology and excellent superficial resolution and penetration and combine with the system’s precision beamforming to deliver high image quality for pediatric imaging. Designed for walk-up usability, Affiniti is so intuitive that it requires minimal training on system use to be able to complete an exam [5], and uses the same workflow, interface and transducers as the EPIQ and Compact systems. Light and with a small footprint and fold-down monitor, it easily navigates narrow hallways and tight spaces.

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Compact 5000 Series

Designed for mobility and performance, the Compact 5000 series shares the same workflow, interface and transducers as the EPIQ and Affiniti systems. With a quick boot-up and long battery life, the system is ready to go whenever you need it, so you can bring pediatric ultrasound to wherever you need it.

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Lumify

Use ultra-mobile Lumify handheld ultrasound to detect soft tissue injuries in any care setting, with high-definition imaging. SonoCT reinforces real tissue imaging while eliminating random artifacts. The entire unit fits into a small bag for easy transportation, so you can take ultrasound on the go.

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Read the customer story (3.66MB)

“Ultrasound machines are constantly improving, as is the case with Philips Affiniti. We’re getting a better view of patient anatomies in MSK and helping to overcome many of the challenges associated with this field of imaging.”

Dr. Vincent Dehaine,

Rheumatologist,

Private practice, Meudon-la-Forêt

*Results of customer testimonies are not predictive of results in other cases. Results in other cases may vary.

Documentation

Resources: Philips Affiniti ultrasound system for musculoskeletal (2.72MB)

Understanding your everyday in MSK (1.14MB)

Volume imaging for your ultrasound department (2.6MB)

A comprehensive solution using the Philips eL18-4 PureWave linear transducer (2.03MB)
Clinical articles: Customer story (3.66MB)
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Footnotes

[1] World Health Organization Fact Sheet. Musculoskeletal conditions February 8, 2021. www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/musculoskeletal-conditions
[2] World Health Organization Fact Sheet. Obesity and overweight. June 9, 2021.
www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/obesity-and-overweight
[3] When comparing release 10 performance to release 7 performance
[4] Philips Auto Doppler Clinical Study, Dec 2011
[5] 2014 internal workflow study comparing Affiniti to HD15
[6] Compared to the predecessor L15-7iO
[7] Internal measured comparison on standards MFI to MFI HD using clinical targets and standard measurement methodology