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A whole new dimension. In real time. At any time. We’re delivering innovative, science-backed technology to help surgeons achieve their goal of maximum safe resection, even if brain shift or other navigational inaccuracies occur. We’re operationalizing ultrasound navigation in a new way, transforming this intraoperative imaging technology to deliver a dynamic layer of confidence.

Top Three Key Benefits of Ultrasound Navigation

Real-Time Correlation of
Intraoperative Ultrasound and Preop MRI

Forget everything you know about intraoperative ultrasound: Gain valuable real-time insights through the right orientation and instantaneous correlation between ultrasound and familiar preop MR images.

Precision and Confidence in
Navigating Cranial Resection Challenges

Gain the navigational accuracy you need to address the greatest challenges in cranial resection: Visualization of and compensation for brain shift; achievement of maximum safe resection and identification of residual tumor.

Efficient Intraoperative Imaging
Without Workflow Interruption

Take advantage of our cost-effective, fast and straightforward intraoperative imaging technology that will not interrupt your workflow.

Surgeon using ultrasound navigation: Streamlined system setup for cranial imaging, compatible with BK Medical ultrasound devices

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Science that is making waves in the industry

concordance rate with intraoperative MRI

when comparing intraoperative ultrasound navigation with the gold standard of intraoperative MRI.

^{Bastos et al. (2021): Frontiers in oncology, DOI:
10.3389/fonc.2021.656519}

more likely to achieve GTR

with 3D Ultrasound Navigation compared to standalone 2D Ultrasound

^{Source: Moiyadi et al. (2023): World Neurosurgery, DOI:
10.1016/j.wneu.2023.09.041}

shorter length of surgery

compared to intraoperative MRI, thus reducing the likelihood for postoperative complications, which is most beneficial for elderly patients.

^{Source: Barak et al. (2021): Journal of neuro-oncology, DOI:
10.1007/s11060-021-03862-z}

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powerful technology

Navigate on the most up-to-date patient anatomy

We’re enabling automated rigid fusion between the preop MRI image and the intraoperative ultrasound image, allowing you to update the registration and navigate on the most up-to-date patient anatomy.

Change your view on ultrasound with our 2D and 3D navigation

We’ve studied the challenges in ultrasound imaging and are delivering the value-add tools you need to navigate on both 2D and 3D ultrasound imaging data with unprecedented quality. You can also superimpose live 2D ultrasound images onto preoperative patient data for direct comparison with intraoperative status. After acquiring an ultrasound scan, you’ll have a volumetric dataset for 3D navigation in axial, coronal, sagittal or any other reconstructed view.

Dynamically control resection progress with serial acquisition of 3D ultrasound data
Intraoperatively navigate on 3D imaging using registered instruments like the pointer
Easily compare historical data in axial, coronal and sagittal planes

Ultrasound Navigation Software Screenshot: Preplanned tumor outline on MR image with 3D ultrasound scan in Navigation view

Take advantage of our plug-n-play workflows

We’re delivering even more streamlined “plug-n-play” workflows with the pre-calibrated BK Medical neurosurgery transducers, which are sterilizable and pre-calibrated for navigation, eliminating inconvenient user calibration in the sterile field.

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Gain valuable insights with our automated view layouts

We’re providing automatic view layouts optimized for ultrasound interpretation, making the data more comprehensible regardless of the level of experience with this imaging modality.

Navigate in right orientation with overlay functionality and thresholding options
Compare preop data with intraop imaging with thresholding options
Superimpose two separate 3D ultrasound scans onto preop dataset for more comprehensive overview of resection cavity

Ultrasound Navigation Software Screenshot: 2D Ultrasound image overlaid on MR image with fibers

Transmit valuable information instantly with our digital ultrasound integration

We’re operating via a digital connection rather than conventional analog transmission, helping to reduce loss of image quality. Digital integration allows for instant transmission of additional, valuable information, such as the probe’s scan depth and image settings, without the need to calibrate separately. System setup for cranial imaging is streamlined with our dedicated neurosurgery configuration and full compatibility with BK Medical ultrasound devices.

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The scientific literature on Ultrasound Navigation

Teaser Image - Study - MRgFUS Planning with Elements Fibertracking

Clinical paper
Barak et al. 2021

This consecutive case series in elderly glioblastoma patients examines the difference in patient outcomes between intraoperative MRI plus ultrasound navigation versus ultrasound navigation alone.

Teaser Image - Study - Automatic Segmentation of the STN for DBS

Clinical paper
Bastos et al. 2021

This retrospective cohort study investigates the benefits and challenges of 3D ultrasound navigation compared to intraoperative MRI in brain tumor cases. It is also considered a powerful alternative for monitoring brain shift.

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