Laparoscopy and Ultrasound Imaging

Image the relevant regions and get the information you need to proceed. Our ultrasound systems, transducers and Contrast Imaging* capabilities let you visualize and explore deep structures to help overcome the limitations of laparoscopy.

Laparoscopically-Guided Biopsies

Makes it possible to carry out staging in a minimally invasive way. In addition to biopsy procedures, laparoscopic ultrasound can be used with contrast-enhanced ultrasound and therapeutic procedures, such as radiofrequency ablation or cryoablation.

  • flex Focus 800 system or
  • Pro Focus UltraView 800 system and
  • 4-Way Laparoscopic Transducer 8666-RF and attachments with:
    • Both flexible and rigid options, making it easier to access any part of the liver.
    • No-Flex attachment secures transducer tip and prevents motion.

Clinical Advantages

The advantages of laparoscopy are well known; it is less invasive than open surgery, affords better patient comfort and less pain, and faster recovery1. So, it is widely used for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

* 1. Machi J, Staren ED, eds. Ultrasound for Surgeons. 2nd ed. New York, N.Y.:Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2005.

* In the USA, contrast-enhanced ultrasound has not been market cleared by the FDA, with the exception of only select cardiac imaging applications.