ProSound Alpha 6 from Aloka: a compact ultrasound scanner combining performance and versatility
The ProSound Alpha 6 from Aloka is a colour Doppler ultrasound system designed to meet the needs of healthcare professionals looking for a high-performance, mobile device. Building on the technologies developed for the high-end models in the ProSound series, this ultrasound scanner offers remarkable image quality while remaining easy to transport and use.
This system stands out for its image accuracy thanks to features such as Broadband Harmonics, which improves sensitivity and resolution while reducing artefacts. Adaptive Image Processing allows for better tissue differentiation by accentuating contours and reducing speckle noise without compromising the frame rate. These innovations, combined with Spatial Compound Imaging, enable clear visualisation of internal structures even in hard-to-reach areas.
The ProSound Alpha 6 also features practical features that optimise workflow. Image Optimizer automatically adjusts the brightness of B-mode images for easier examination, while eFLOW provides enhanced spatial resolution for visualising blood flow from large arteries to microvessels. These features ensure fast and accurate examinations in a variety of specialties, including obstetrics, gynaecology, cardiology, urology and orthopaedics.
Its ergonomic design has been developed for operator and patient comfort. The height of the control panel is adjustable for an optimal working position, and the keyboard illuminates automatically to simplify examinations in poorly lit environments. The compact 42 cm wide body allows for easy integration even in confined spaces, while the system operates silently to reduce patient apprehension.
The ultrasound scanner also features modern storage and connectivity options. Data can be stored on an internal hard drive, USB stick or DVD drive and is compatible with standard JPEG and DICOM formats. This versatility facilitates the archiving and sharing of medical information in existing computer networks.
With its wide range of compatible probes and 3D and 4D image reconstruction tools, the ProSound Alpha 6 is capable of covering a wide range of clinical applications. Compact, powerful and environmentally friendly thanks to its low power consumption and absence of specific toxic substances, it is the ideal choice for healthcare facilities seeking to combine imaging quality and flexibility.
