Review of Technology: Planning for the Development of Telesonography

Bassignani, Matthew J.; Dwyer, Samuel J.; Ciambotti, Jonathan; Olazagasti, Juan; Moran, Ruth E.; Moynihan, Sean; Weaver, Alfred C.; Snyder, Andrew

doi:10.1007/s10278-003-1721-4

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“…This results in degradation in the quality of the image, a drop in number of frames per second, a delay in transmission, or some combination of the above. Literature exists on technological advances, variable compression and bandwidth on their effect on real-time transmission of video [19][20][21][22][23].…”

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Real-time video transmission of ultrasound images to an iPhone

2010

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Background As point-of-care ultrasound spreads across the globe, there is an increased need for training and supervision of ultrasound studies. Real-time oversight is important, especially in critically ill patients, but often an expert ultrasound over-read is not available on location. Technological advances have improved data transmission so that images and videos can be sent great distances very rapidly. In this study, we examine the feasibility of real-time wireless transmission of ultrasound video to an iPhone. Methods An ultrasound machine was connected via a video converter to a laptop. iCam (SKJM, LLC) software was used to transmit the video across the Atlantic Ocean to an iPhone. Images typical for those performed in an emergency department were sent, in random order by a 'scanning physician.' An 'interpreting physician' overseas was asked to identify the anatomy, presence or absence of pathology, and comment on the quality, speed, and delay of transmission. Results Rapid image transmission was feasible and the 'interpreting physician' was always able to correctly identify the anatomy and orientation. The average delay was minimal (2.7 s), allowing for real-time feedback. The frame rate was markedly slower in the received images as compared to the transmitted images, and was faster when the iPhone was connected via WiFi (1.1 fps) versus a 3G connection (0.4 fps). Conclusion Transmission of real-time ultrasound video to a remote iPhone using inexpensive technology is feasible, with the preservation of image quality and minimal delay. Transmission speed was superior with a WiFi connection than with a 3G connection.

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Real-time video transmission of ultrasound images to an iPhone

2010

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“…63 Although there remain technological hurdles to perfecting real-time telesonography, models to make this widely available are being investigated. 64,65 Nonetheless, the instantaneous transmission of high-resolution video and still digital images captured by handheld US machines in remote settings will provide limitless potential for battlefield patient care.…”

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Battlefield Applications for Handheld Ultrasound

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Browning

2011

Ultrasound Quarterly

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Combat medical care provides unique challenges and opportunities for military medical teams. The austerity of the environment severely limits access to many diagnostic and therapeutic tools. Because of their compact size, handheld ultrasound (US) machines are increasingly being used in these constrained environments. A growing body of literature documents the diagnostic utility of handheld US for trauma encountered in the battlefield. Furthermore, US guidance may assist in the performance of some procedures performed in battlefield medical care. This review will provide an overview of the history, current status, limitations and potential future of US utility for the battlefield.

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“…This modality can be implemented with the use of broadband technology of medium and high speed and with the use of streaming video [19, 20, 28]. …”

Section: Advances In Real-time Transmissionmentioning

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Teleultrasound: Historical Perspective and Clinical Application

Ferreira

O’Mahony

Oliani

et al. 2015

International Journal of Telemedicine and Applications

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The health care of patients in rural or isolated areas is challenged by the scarcity of local resources, limited patient access to doctors and hospitals, and the lack of specialized professionals. This has led to a new concept in telemedicine: teleultrasonography (or teleultrasound), which permits ultrasonographic diagnoses to be performed remotely. Telemedicine and teleultrasonography are effective in providing diagnostic imaging services to these populations and reduce health care costs by decreasing the number and duration of hospitalizations and reducing unnecessary surgical procedures. This is a narrative review to present the potential clinical applications of teleultrasonography in clinical practice. The results indicate that although barriers persist for implementing teleultrasonography in a more universal and routine way, advances in telecommunications, Internet bandwidth, and the high resolution currently available for portable ultrasonography suggest teleultrasonography applications will continue to expand. Teleultrasound appears to be a valuable addition to remote medical care for isolated populations with limited access to tertiary healthcare facilities and also a useful tool for education and training.

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Review of Technology: Planning for the Development of Telesonography

Cited by 17 publications

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Real-time video transmission of ultrasound images to an iPhone

Real-time video transmission of ultrasound images to an iPhone

Battlefield Applications for Handheld Ultrasound

Teleultrasound: Historical Perspective and Clinical Application

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