Press Releases
TeraRecon and Fukuda Denshi Introduce Advanced Cardiovascular
Ultrasound Scanner at RSNA
San Mateo, CA--November 23, 2005:
At the 91st Radiology Society of North America meeting held at McCormick
Place in Chicago, TeraRecon, Inc. (San Mateo, CA) and Fukuda Denshi,
Co., Ltd (Tokyo, Japan) introduce an advanced cart-based cardiovascular
ultrasound scanner, the Imagic Sigma 5000 series. This high-performance
ultrasound system for cardiovascular ultrasound applications offers
high-definition imaging features, streamlined workflow, and advanced
ergonomics to deliver a new level of efficiency, operability, and
usability for optimal ultrasound examinations. The cardiac-focused
Imagic scanner advanced imaging features include tissue Doppler imaging,
anatomical M-mode, non-imaging CW capability, and tissue harmonic
imaging. The streamlined workflow features include comprehensive patient
data management and archiving capabilities. The advanced ergonomic
design of the Imagic features a unique motorized height adjustment
of the operator console and a high-resolution flat screen that easily
swivels and tilts allowing optimal viewing comfort for efficient productivity.
TeraRecon, Inc. will be the exclusive distributor in the United
States and Canada for the Imagic Sigma 5000 series. From the beginning
of 2004, TeraRecon, Inc. has developed and deployed an end-user sales
force engaged in the direct sales and promotion of ultrasound products
jointly developed with Fukuda Denshi Co., Ltd. With the introduction
of Imagic scanners, TeraRecon now offers a complete line-up of advanced
multifunctional scanners including the UF-750XT portable color Doppler
system, and the UF-850XTD mid-range system designed for a broad range
of imaging applications.
About TeraRecon:
TeraRecon, Inc., a leader in advanced image processing and 3D visualization
techniques, provides advanced imaging systems for medical and other
visualization applications based on its unique and patented image
processing technologies. A two-time winner of Frost and Sullivan’s
Innovation Award, the company has developed a leading portfolio of
products that advance the performance, quality, functionality, and
integration of image processing and 3D visualization systems. Founded
in 1997, TeraRecon has developed a unique family of powerful processors
that are used in its real-time diagnostic workstations, enterprise-wide
image processing 3D servers, portable and mid-range Doppler ultrasound
systems, industrial CT scanners, high-performance reconstruction engines,
and real-time 3D volume rendering hardware engines. TeraRecon is a
fast growing, privately held company with headquarters in San Mateo,
CA and branch offices in Concord, MA; Tokyo, Japan; Osaka, Japan;
and Trondheim, Norway.
About Fukuda Denshi:
Fukuda Denshi Co., Ltd. was founded in 1939 as a manufacturer of an
amplifier-type electrocardiogram (ECG). Since 1939 Fukuda Denshi Co.
Ltd. has been a pioneer and specialized producer of high quality medical
instruments such as patient monitoring systems, ultrasound devices,
and sleep apnea management products. Fukuda Denshi Co. Ltd. is known
worldwide as a provider of high quality, high performance, cost effective
medical devices that deliver comfort and health to the patients in
the care of medical professionals. Under the banner "Healthcare
without boundaries through Technology,” Fukuda Denshi is striving
to contribute to 21st century society with outstanding products as
medical care progresses. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan
with offices in Redmond, WA; the United Kingdom; and China.
Contact:
TeraRecon, Inc.
Robert Taylor, Ph.D.
COO & Executive VP
650.372.1100
info@terarecon.com
www.terarecon.com
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