ROCK HILL, South Carolina,
September 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/
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- New Simbionix training module launched for the practice of
transvaginal ultrasound exams
- Demonstrations of the new module can be seen at the upcoming
International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and
Gynecology
3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced today the addition of a new
Simbionix™ ultrasound training module for the practice of
transvaginal ultrasound exams (GYN TVS) at the International
Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ISUOG)
exhibition in Barcelona,
Spain.
Transvaginal ultrasound is a commonly used exam in many
Obstetrics and Gynecology practices, and as such, the ability to
both perform and interpret ultrasounds has always been an important
part of the curriculum in clinical training programs. Unlike
ultrasound exams that are performed externally, practicing pelvic
ultrasound poses more of a challenge to both learners and
educators.
The company also plans to add its Bespoke Modeling™, a
cloud-based, easy-to-use, affordable service that allows medical
professionals to quickly create, view, share and 3D print
full-color 3D anatomical models directly from DICOM data. When used
with Simbionix simulators, Bespoke Modeling gives medical
professionals the power to diagnose and communicate more
effectively, simplify medical imaging and improve medical learning
and training. Bespoke Modeling makes it easy to view
patient-specific 3D data, bookmark views, add annotations, explore
specific anatomical structures and then order color 3D
cloud-printed models or print on-site.
The U/S Mentor simulator provides a true-to-life training
environment in which physicians and sonographers of different
experience levels may practice ultrasound procedures. The new GYN
TVS training module was developed based on the American Institute
of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) standards and guidelines for the
accreditation of ultrasound practices. Training is performed on a
dedicated mannequin combined with simulated anatomies and
pathologies. Virtual patient cases include normal anatomical
variations, early IUP, ectopic pregnancy, fibroids, ovarian
malignancies, hydrosalpynx and more. The comprehensive training
incorporates didactics, real time guidance and captured metrics for
objective assessment.
Pelvic ultrasound simulation training using the U/S Mentor
simulator provides a safe and low stress environment in comparison
with the traditional method of training on live patients.
"The U/S Mentor has been very well accepted, with customers
especially impressed with the realistic imaging and training
options that it offers," said Gary
Zamler, Vice President and General Manager, Simbionix
Products, 3DS. "Our well-established advanced ultrasound simulation
technology, which has been developed over the last 10 years, allows
us to rapidly enhance the product and provide a variety of unique
training packages in correspondence with our client's needs."
The module will be available for hands-on experience at
Simbionix booth #33 at the ISUOG exhibition in Barcelona, Spain, September 14-17.
3D Systems offers a full array of Simbionix medical training
simulators, PROcedure Rehearsal Studio™ for case rehearsal and
planning and MentorLearn™ Simulator Training Management to advance
clinical performance and optimize procedural outcomes through
education and collaboration. More information on Simbionix products
can be found on http://www.simbionix.com.
Learn more about 3DS' commitment to manufacturing the
future today at http://www.3dsystems.com.
About 3D Systems
3D Systems is pioneering 3D printing for everyone. 3DS provides
the most advanced and comprehensive 3D design-to-manufacturing
solutions including 3D printers, print materials and cloud sourced
custom parts. Its powerful digital thread empowers professionals
and consumers everywhere to bring their ideas to life in material
choices including plastics, metals, ceramics and edibles. 3DS'
leading healthcare solutions include integrated 3D planning and
printing for personalized surgery and patient specific medical and
dental devices. Its democratized 3D design and inspection products
embody the latest perceptual, capture and touch technology. Its
products and services replace and complement traditional methods
with improved results and reduced time to outcomes. These solutions
are used to rapidly design, create, communicate, plan, guide,
prototype or produce functional parts, devices and assemblies,
empowering customers to manufacture the future.
Leadership Through Innovation and Technology
- 3DS invented 3D printing with its Stereolithography (SLA)
printer and was the first to commercialize it in 1989.
- 3DS invented Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) printing and was
the first to commercialize it in 1992.
- 3DS invented the Color-Jet-Printing (CJP) class of 3D printers
and was the first to commercialize 3D powder-based systems in
1994.
- 3DS invented Multi-Jet-Printing (MJP) printers and was the
first to commercialize it in 1996.
- 3DS Medical Modeling pioneered virtual surgical planning (VSP)
and its services are world-leading, helping many thousands of
patients on an annual basis.
Today its comprehensive range of 3D printers is the industry's
benchmark for production-grade manufacturing in aerospace,
automotive, patient specific medical device and a variety of
consumer, electronic and fashion accessories.
More information on the company is available
at http://www.3DSystems.com.
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Stacey Witten
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