Portable Ultrasound Made Possible by POCT
Incorporation of POCT in ultrasound has improved the accuracy of needle placement procedures, and has replaced expensive radiation based imaging. POC ultrasound systems are significantly less expensive to purchase as compared to other modalities, including computed tomography or magnetic resonance. These systems cost well over US$ 1 Million to purchase, while the average selling prices of POC ultrasound systems are a fraction of that value. All these reasons have contributed to the increased popularity of POCT.
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