Allows operator to optimize flow and provides early warning signs of distress which can help reduce adverse events and improve clinical outcomes.
Transit-time ultrasound
Transonic's Transit-time Ultrasound Flow Measurement (TTFM) is the gold standard for tubing flow verification. Using wide beam illumination, two transducers pass ultrasonic signals back and forth, alternately intersecting flowing liquid in upstream and downstream directions. The Flowmeter derives an accurate measure of the “transit time” it takes for the wave of ultrasound to travel from one transducer to the other. The difference between the upstream and downstream integrated transit times is a measure of volume flow rather than velocity. TTFM is repeatable and has an unmatched zero-flow stability, allowing for high accuracy at low flow rates.
Detects bubbles to help the user identify potential issues and improve clinical outcomes
Transit-time ultrasound
Transonic's Transit-time Ultrasound Flow Measurement (TTFM) has the capability to detect bubbles, and algorithms can be integrated with your OEM device to stop the pump in the event of detected bubbles or send alert messages to the user.
Quantifies recirculation, enabling corrections that can shorten ECMO runs and improve patient outcomes.
Ultrasound Dilution Technology
Transonic's Ultrasound Dilution Technology (UDT) can accurately measure access recirculation in VV ECMO cases for both two-cannula and dual-lumen-cannula configurations. Pioneered by Nikolai Krivistki PhD, DSc, UDT uses body temperature saline to measure recirculation which can be used to adjust cannula placement, alert staff to volume concerns and signal potential cardiac issues.
Measures clot volume, allowing unique insight to the actual condition of the oxygenator.
Ultrasound Dilution Technology
Transonic’s Ultrasound Dilution Technology (UDT) quantifies clot formations in the oxygenator. Pioneered by Nikolai Krivistki PhD, DSc., UDT uses saline as an innocuous indicator to measure oxygenator blood volume (OXBV). By trending it over time the ECMO team is alerted to any changes in flow measurement due to increased clotting within the oxygenator.