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05/04/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/04/2021 02:57
Intelligent Ultrasound Group plc - UK launch of ScanNav Anatomy: Peripheral Nerve Block
Intelligent Ultrasound Group plc (AIM: IUG), the ultrasound artificial intelligence (AI) software and simulation company, announces that, following CE approval earlier this month, it has successfully registered with the MHRA to market ScanNav Anatomy: Peripheral Nerve Block ('ScanNav PNB') in the UK and will be launching the product into the UK market at the forthcoming RA-UK Annual Scientific Meeting.
Dr David Burckett-St.Laurent and Dr James Bowness will be hosting a virtual demonstration of ScanNav PNB at the Regional Anaesthesia UK (RA-UK) Annual Scientific Meeting on 5th May 2021. RA-UK is the UK specialist society for anaesthetists interested in the field of regional anaesthesia.
ScanNav PNB uses the latest AI technology to automatically highlight the live ultrasound image to enhance the accuracy and standardisation of ultrasound image interpretation, by making it easier to identify key anatomical structures. This supports the performance of healthcare professionals who are suitably qualified but who perform ultrasound-guided procedures on a less frequent basis.
ScanNav PNB supports nine high-value peripheral nerve blocks (a form of local anaesthesia) and will be sold as a stand-alone device, with in-built AI software, that can be plugged into existing anaesthesiology ultrasound machines. The device will provide clinicians with continuous feedback by real-time highlighting of their live ultrasound scan. Users can also re-familiarise themselves with blocks that they carry out less frequently by using the system's integrated 3D animations.
Increasingly, ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks are being used as a prudent alternative to general anaesthesia, but not all anaesthetists have the specialist knowledge of ultrasound anatomy to perform them. Through the adoption of ScanNav PNB, it is hoped that hospitals will be able to increase the number of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks that they can perform.
The product is configured to work in conjunction with third party ultrasound machines and will be sold as a touchscreen system on a mobile cart. The Company continues to progress its regulatory filing with the FDA to enable a version of the product to be sold in the US, as well as seeking to licence an integrated version of the product to major ultrasound manufacturers.
Lead clinician and consultant anaesthetist, Dr David Burckett-St.Laurent, said: 'We look forward to showcasing ScanNav PNB at RA-UK, Sheffield. Based on RA-UK's Plan A blocks, it is our aim that ScanNav PNB will tip the balance of safety and confidence in the aspiring regional anaesthetist through translating anatomical knowledge to sonoanatomy recognition.'
For further information, please contact:
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Intelligent Ultrasound Group plc |
www. intelligentultrasound.com |
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Stuart Gall, CEO |
Tel: +44 (0)29 2075 6534 |
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Walbrook PR |
Tel: +44 (0)20 7933 8780 [email protected] |
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Anna Dunphy / Paul McManus |
Mob: +44 (0)7876 741 001/ Mob: +44 (0)7980 541 893 |
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About Intelligent Ultrasound Group
Intelligent Ultrasound (AIM: IUG) develops artificial intelligence-based clinical image analysis software tools for the diagnostic medical ultrasound market and hi-fidelity virtual reality simulators for the ultrasound training market. Based in Cardiff in the UK and Atlanta in the US, the Group operates two divisions:
Clinical AI Division
Focusses on developing deep learning-based algorithms to make ultrasound machines smarter and more accessible. Products in the market include:
ScanNav Assist
ScanNav Assist uses machine-learning based algorithms to automatically identify and grade ultrasound images. GE Healthcare's SonoLyst software on their Voluson SWIFT ultrasound machine incorporates the ScanNav Assist AI technology and has received 510(k) clearance from the FDA for sale in the USA. SonoLyst is the world's first fully integrated AI tool that recognises the 20 views recommended by the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynaecology mid-trimester practice guidelines for fetal imaging.
ScanNav Anatomy
ScanNav Anatomy PNB uses machine-learning based algorithms to simplify ultrasound-guided needling by providing the user with real-time AI-based anatomy highlighting software for a range of medical procedures. ScanNav Anatomy has received CE approval and has also been submitted for FDA regulatory approval. ScanNav Anatomy PNB is therefore not available for sale in the US or any other territory requiring government approval for this type of product.
Simulation Division
Focusses on hi-fidelity ultrasound education and training through simulation. Its main products are the ScanTrainer OBGYN training simulator, theHeartWorksechocardiography training simulator, theBodyWorksEvePoint of Care and Emergency Medicine training simulator with Covid module and the new AI-based Anatomy PNB training simulator. To date over 1,000 simulators have been sold to over 600 medical institutions around the world.