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ABSolu A/B/S/UBM


ABSoslu A/B/S/UBM UltraSound - Quantel medical
ABSoslu A/B/S/UBM UltraSound - Quantel medical

Abstract

The ABSolu is Quantel Medical's modular A/B/S/UBM ultrasound platform designed for comprehensive ophthalmic ultrasound imaging, offering unmatched image quality with exceptional detail

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Clinical Applications

The system is designed for comprehensive ocular ultrasound including:

  • A-scan biometry

  • B-scan imaging with enhanced depth of field

  • Standardized echography (S-mode)

  • Ultrasound biomicroscopy (UBM) for anterior segment analysis

FDA Status

The ABSolu has received FDA approval, making it available for clinical use in the United States.

CORE TECHNOLOGY

5-Ring Annular Technology

  • 20 MHz annular probe with 5 concentric transducers

  • Increases depth of field by almost double

  • Improves lateral resolution from 250 to 200 µm (25% improvement)

  • Maintains high axial resolution

PROBE SPECIFICATIONS

A-Scan Biometry Probe

  • Frequency: 11 MHz

  • Depth: 7 mm (0.28")

  • Resolution: 0.04 mm (0.0016")

  • Range: 40/80 mm (1.57-3.15") on 2048 points

  • LED or laser beam ProBeam™ technology

B-Scan Probe

  • 20 MHz Annular Probe with 5-ring technology

  • Motion sensors integrated for automatic and constant detection of probe position and ultrasound beam direction

UBM Probes

  • 50 MHz Linear UBM Probe with improved signal processing for enhanced resolution and penetration

  • Linear transducer motion to optimize image quality

  • Electromagnetic technology to increase speed acquisition and comfort

  • ClearScan™ compatible for fast and comfortable examination

DISPLAY AND INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS

Display Technology

  • Full HD screen compliant with section 14 of the DICOM standard

  • 256 grey levels

  • Touchscreen interface

B-SCAN MODE SPECIFICATIONS

Image Parameters

  • Grey levels: 256

  • Adjustable gain: 20 to 110 dB

  • Adjustable Time Gain Control (TGC): 0 to 30 dB adjustment

  • Dynamic range: from 25 to 90 dB (for 15 and 50 MHz - 80 dB for 20 MHz 5A)

Image Processing

  • Image post-processing tools: filters (algorithm and colors), calipers, areas, angles, markers, comments

  • Cineloop in B mode and A mode

GLAUCOMA ANALYSIS TOOLS

Semi-Automated Quantification

  • AOD 500 & 750 (Angle Opening Distance)

  • TIA (Trabecular-Iris Angle)

  • IT 750 & 2000 (Iris Thickness)

  • ARA 500 & more

CLINICAL APPLICATIONS

Primary Functions

  • Axial Length measurement of the eye by ultrasonic means

  • Implanted IOL power calculation, using the axial length measurement

  • Visualization of the interior of the eye and the orbit by A and B scans

  • Standardized echography provides detailed information about the internal reflectivity of tissues

Specialized Capabilities

  • A-scan and B-mode biometry for moderate to dense cataract, long eyes or posterior staphyloma

  • UBM imaging for anterior segment analysis

  • Standardized echography (S-mode) for tissue differentiation

ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS

Available Accessories

  • ABswitch, Filmed Windows for UBM, ClearScan for UBM

  • Prager shell 17mm for adults, Prager shell 15mm for children

  • ABSolu trolley, Scleral shells

The ABSolu represents a significant advancement in ophthalmic ultrasound with its unique 5-ring annular technology providing exceptional imaging quality across the entire eye in a single examination.