The Hitachi Aloka F37: a compact, intuitive and high-performance ultrasound solution
The Hitachi Aloka F37 is a diagnostic ultrasound system designed to combine simplicity, performance and reliability in a compact format. Designed to adapt to demanding medical environments while remaining easy to transport and use, the F37 stands out thanks to its 3E platform (Enhanced, Equipped, Evolutionary), which enables fast data processing, reduced energy consumption and guaranteed scalability thanks to its software architecture. Its ergonomic design, created with user and patient comfort in mind, includes a height-adjustable, swivel control panel and intuitive key layout for a smooth workflow.
Equipped with features such as Image Optimizer for automatic brightness adjustment in B-mode and Dual Dynamic Display (DDD) for simultaneous display of blood flow and B-mode images, the F37 ensures optimal image quality for all clinical applications. Thanks toeFLOW, blood flow, even in small peripheral vessels, is displayed with high spatial resolution and minimal artefacts.
Obstetric and gynaecological imaging is enhanced by 3D/4D features such as 4Dshading, Flow 3D and Automated Volume Measurement (AVM). These tools enable realistic visualisation of the foetus with natural shading and accurate volume analysis. The F37 also uses Free Angular M-mode (FAM), which allows M-mode images to be displayed in real time or reconstructed after acquisition, at any angle.
The system incorporates image processing technologies such as Broadband Harmonics (BbH), Spatial Compound Imaging (SCI), and Silky Image Processing (SIP), ensuring sensitive and clear imaging for all anatomical regions. The Needle Emphasis (NE) feature is particularly useful for interventional procedures, automatically optimising the angle and imaging of the needle for more accurate punctures.
With its lightweight transducers, including compact 3D transducers such as the ASU-1014, the F37 offers great manoeuvrability without compromising image quality. The endocavitary transducer, inherited from high-end models, enables comfortable and efficient gynaecological examinations with clear, detailed images.
The F37 also facilitates data management with its intuitive reporting features. Fetal measurements are automatically integrated into reports, and results can be tracked through trend graphs. Examinations are faster, data is better organised, and images can be enlarged without loss of quality thanks to high-definition zoom.
Versatile and scalable, the F37 meets the needs of general imaging, OB/GYN, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal applications. Compact yet comprehensive, it is the ideal choice for medical practices, clinics and hospitals looking to combine performance and simplicity in a single device.
