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For Immediate Release
April 20, 2005
Mercy Memorial Adds Latest Breakthrough in
Ultrasound Imaging Technology
Ardmore — Mercy Memorial Health Center is the
only place in a 100-mile radius with the most advanced ultrasound
technology that allows parents to see their unborn babies like never
before.
“This is amazing technology,” said Jenni Jones,
manager of Mercy Memorial’s Radiology department. “We now provide our
pregnant patients with 3D and 4D images of their babies. With the 3D
technology, parents see a snapshot. Without this technology, parents
have to use their imaginations more, but with this new imaging
equipment, they see all the details. And with the 4D capabilities,
parents see their baby in real-time. It’s live.”
The Phillips iU22 ultrasound provides patients with
crystal clear images. Besides expectant parents getting a chance to see
a truer picture of their baby, the technology provides a clearer view
for a range of general procedures, everything from a liver lesion to a
ruptured spleen, and a thickened Achilles tendon to a joint abscess.
“Because this is such advanced technology, we’ve had
expectant parents drive from Oklahoma City to Ardmore,” said Jones.
“We’re offering southern Oklahoma breakthrough technology.”
In addition to providing clearer images, the new
ultrasound is faster, making for shorter exams. It also allows
technicians the ability to guide catheter and needles in 3D space,
without exposing patients to any radiation.
The new ultrasound also features an adjustable,
articulating flat screen monitor that can be positioned for viewing from
almost any direction. This gives patients the opportunity to see images
during scanning as well. The system can be operated by voice-command
when the sonographer is in tight quarters or needs both hands for
screening.
“Mercy Memorial has the only ultrasound machine on
the market that is ergonomically designed to reduce fatigue and injuries
for technicians,” added Jones.
For more information about Mercy Memorial’s new
technology, contact Jones at (580) 220-6244.
Mercy Memorial Health Center is a member of Mercy
Health System of Oklahoma and the Sisters of Mercy Health System.
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