The 4Vc-D probe and the cSound ADAPT revolution
GE HealthCare's 4Vc-D probe represents a technological breakthrough in echocardiography, combining cutting-edge design with advanced software intelligence. Developed to address the growing challenges faced by healthcare professionals dealing with high workloads and anatomical diversity in patients, the 4Vc-D probe delivers optimal imaging, even in the most complex conditions.
At the heart of this innovation is XDclear 2D active matrix array technology, which enables accurate estimation and correction of acoustic aberrations. These aberrations, caused by variations in the speed of sound through chest tissue (fat, bone, muscle, etc.), degrade image quality and complicate diagnosis. The 4Vc-D probe, with its high number of elements and multidimensional design, outperforms conventional transducers by delivering unrivalled imaging detail.
Coupled with the Vivid E95 system, the 4Vc-D takes full advantage of the cSound ADAPT architecture, a software image processor powered by professional GPUs. Unlike traditional models, cSound ADAPT corrects wavefront distortions in real time by analysing the probe signals hundreds of times per second. The system dynamically adjusts beam delays based on patient anatomy and probe position, ensuring superior resolution and contrast.
The 4Vc-D probe optimises cardiovascular imaging, reduces examination time, decreases patient discomfort and offers increased diagnostic value. It embodies the fusion of artificial intelligence, adaptive optics and hardware design.
