Improved ergonomics and better reproducible cardiac ultrasound images

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ProbeFix

ProbeFix is a non-invasive ultrasound accessory tool which provides lengthy and stable fixation of an ultrasound probe to the body. The device facilitates hands-off workflow, continuous measurement and reproducibility of the ultrasound image. As a result, it significantly optimizes examination quality. Stress echocardiography procedures and cardiac output monitoring at the intensive care department directly benefit from this ultrasound probe fixator, the ProbeFix.

Continuous

Monitor the heart for longer periods of time, thanks to a stable fixation to the body.

Reproducible

Enable a highly reproducible image by the perfect positioning of the probe.

Feasibility article

Hands-off

Execute your examination fully focused to deliver the best possible care.

Improved ergonomics

Reduce the time you manually hold the probe and sit in an awkward position.

The Smart Ultrasound Solution

Hygienic Straps

Fully disposable high-quality straps ensure optimal hygiene.

Modular Probe Adapter

Different Probe Adapters guarantee a perfect fit of each ultrasound probe.

Silicon Feet

Silicon feet combine perfect grip on the body with great comfort for patients.

Sphere Mechanism

Carefully designed mechanism facilitates effortless movement into the right position.

Perfect Stable Position

A patented mechanism ensures a perfect stable position of the probe, for as long as required.

Easy To Clean

Take apart easily to clean all different components.

Applications

Stress echo

During stress echo exercise on bicycle or treadmill ProbeFix provides continuous monitoring possibilities and better reproducibility of the images.

Diagnostic ultrasound procedures

Monitor the heart for longer periods of time, because of a stable fix to the body.

Pacemaker optimisation

Enable a highly reproducible image by the perfect stable position of the probe.

Cardiac output monitoring

Cardiac output monitoring can be done in a non invasive and high quality visual way.

Cardiac Output Monitoring In Intensive Care

ProbeFix enables lengthy ultrasound imaging at the Intensive Care department, as demonstrated by Dr. Michiel Blans and Dr. Frank Bosch of the Rijnstate Hospital.

We use the Probefix in order to get reliable results

Michiel Blans, Intensivist Rijnstate Hospital, Arnhem

We support your Ultrasound Probes

ProbeFix is designed to fixate cardiac ultrasound probe types. Currently we support the following probes of Philips, GE, Siemens, Esaote, SonoSite and Mindray. If you are using another probe type, please let us know and we make your custom Probe Adapter.

Philips S5-1
Philips S4-2
Philips X5-1
GE M5Sc
GE M3Sc

GE 4Vc
Siemens P4-2
Esaote PA-230E
SonoSite P19
More on request

Selected publications using ProbeFix in cardiology and intensive care.

Multiple academic research and studies are performed with the use of ProbeFix and ProbeFix Dynamic on several applications including Stress Echo, Intensive Care and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound.

How I do it feasibility of a new ultrasound probe fixator to facilitate high quality stress echocardiography

Authors: O. A. E. Salden, W. M. van Everdingen, R. Spee, P. A. Doevendans & M. J. Cramer

Institutes: Netherlands Heart Institute, Central Military Hospital, University Medical Centre Utrecht and Máxima Medical Centre

The use of a probe stabilizer to reduce musculoskeletal overload of ultrasound operators in routine diagnostic echocardiographic imaging

Authors: Sjoerd Bouwmeester, Marloes de Kleijn, Jan van Wijngaarden, Patrick Houthuizen

Institutes: Catharina Hospital and Deventer Hospital

The use of an external ultrasound fixator (ProbeFix) on intensive care patients: a feasibility study

The Use of an External Ultrasound Fixator (ProbeFix) on Intensive Care Patients (Soundprobe)

Authors: M. J. Blans, F. H. Bosch and J. G. van der Hoeven

Institutes: Rijnstate Hospital and Radboud University

I just love innovations like this. ProbeFix can change the way we perform ultrasound in the future. It has great potential in combination with 3D probes, especially in stress echocardiography. With ProbeFix, echo is less strenuous and will prevent arm and shoulder injuries.

Prof. Thomas Binder, MD PhD

CEO 123sonography GmbH

I do not have to push anymore. With this patient I had had too much trouble with my shoulder without ProbeFix, now it’s acceptable

Senior sonographer

Deventer Hospital

A facility will incur a cost averaging more than $500k per annum, per sonographer for injuries sustained in their work, a very high percentage of sonographers carry between 1 and 4 injuries at any one time which eventually take their toll!

Bernadette Mason

Consultant and advisor Sono's Safety in the Workplace

Using the ProbeFix has been a true revelation. It really is a simple and practical solution to an every-day problem, and even in this test phase it shows exceptional potential. Not only does it ensure a more stable echo image, but eventually it will also provide better reproducible images throughout the cardiac stress test. So, it is likely to save us time and costs, while also decreasing the inter-observer variability in our echocardiography lab. And my back, neck and shoulders will be less tired and stressed.

Dr Ciprian Albu

Cardiologist St Dimpna, Geel, Belgium

If we make an echo of the heart, we need to manually hold the transducer for long periods of time against the chest of the patient. A difficult position that can easily lead to RSI complaints. With the ProbeFix this can be solved. Our staff will now be relieved and will be even more efficient by being able to work hands-free.

Maarten Jan Cramer

Cardiologist UMC Utrecht

Sometimes innovations are so simple that it is surprising that they were not there before. ProbeFix is an example that relieves the sonographer and improves the images that are made. Moreover, the enthusiasm of the team contributes to their success.

Lucien Engelen

Director REshape Center at the University of Nijmegen

The ProbeFix by Usono gives more control to clinicians and will broaden the field of ultrasound applications.

Jan Kimpen

Chief Medical Officer, Royal Philips