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GE Voluson S6 User Manual

GE Voluson S6
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GE Healthcare
Voluson® S6/S8
Basic User Manual
English (English)
GE imagination at work
Revision 4
HCAT# H46812LA
5433669-100
SW 12.0.0
© by General Electric

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GE Voluson S6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Requirements100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
ConnectivityDICOM, USB, Ethernet
ApplicationObstetrics, Gynecology
Display15-inch LCD monitor
Imaging ModesColor Doppler, Power Doppler
ProbesConvex, Linear, Phased Array, Endocavitary
Storage CapacityHard drive (capacity unspecified)

Summary

Chapter 2 Safety

INDICATIONS FOR USE

Specifies the intended use of the system, clinical applications, patient population, and operator profile.

Remarks for Safe Use

Provides essential safety instructions and precautions for using the ultrasound system and probes.

System Safety and Maintenance

Outlines safety measures and maintenance requirements for the system.

Electric Installation

Details the requirements for safely installing the system electrically, including grounding.

Moving or lifting the System

Provides instructions and precautions for safely moving or lifting the ultrasound system.

Probe Safety and Maintenance

Covers handling precautions, watertightness, electrical hazards, and mechanical hazards related to probes.

Chapter 4 Operating the System

Safety Warnings

Alerts users to potential safety hazards, such as condensation before initial use.

Power On / Boot Up

Step-by-step instructions for connecting power and turning on the system.

Power Off / Shutdown

Details the procedure for safely powering off the system, including data saving.

Transducer Connection

Instructions for connecting and disconnecting transducer probes to the system.

Entering Patient Data

Details the process of entering patient information for calculations and display.

End Exam

Procedure for concluding an exam, saving data, and clearing temporary information.

Chapter 5 Probes and Biopsies

Biopsy Safety and Maintenance

Covers biopsy safety concerns and maintenance procedures.

Biopsy Special Concerns

Addresses specific safety concerns related to biopsy procedures and materials.

Chapter 6 2D Mode

2D Operation

Explains the fundamental operations within the 2D mode, including gain and depth adjustments.

2D Gain

Details how to adjust the overall brightness of the 2D image using the gain control.

2D Mode Depth

Explains how to adjust the depth range of the ultrasound image for the region of interest.

Cine Mode

Explains how to store and review sequences of 2D images in cine memory.

Contrast Imaging

Describes Contrast Imaging for enhancing flow signals and detecting abnormalities.

Chapter 7 M Mode

M Operation

Details the operations and functions available within M Mode.

M Gain Control

Explains how to adjust the overall brightness of the M mode trace.

MCF Mode (M Color Flow Mode)

Details MCF Mode for adding color-coded qualitative information to M mode.

MTD Mode (M Tissue Doppler Mode)

Explains MTD Mode for adding color-coded qualitative information about tissue motion.

MHDF Mode (MHD-Flow Mode)

Describes MHDF Mode for incorporating flow direction into the M mode image.

Chapter 8 Doppler Modes

Pulsed Wave Doppler Mode (PW Mode)

Explains Doppler imaging, spectral analysis, and display elements for PW mode.

PW Operation

Outlines the various operations and functions available within PW mode.

Gate Position and Gate Width

Explains how to sample an area along the ultrasound beam and adjust gate size.

PW Gain Control

Details how to adjust the amplification of incoming Doppler signals for the PW spectrum.

Continuous Wave Doppler Mode (CW Mode)

Details how to use CW mode and adjust its settings.

CW Operation

Outlines the operations and functions available within CW mode.

Color Flow Mode (CFM)

Details Color imaging principles and how color coding provides flow information.

CF Operation

Outlines the operations and functions available within CF mode.

Power Doppler Mode (PD Mode)

Details how Power Doppler displays slow flow velocities and its advantages.

PD Operation

Outlines the operations and functions available within PD mode.

HD-Flow Mode (Bi-directional Angio Mode)

Details HD-Flow Mode for incorporating flow direction into the M mode image.

HD-Flow Operation

Outlines the operations and functions available within HD-Flow mode.

Tissue Doppler Mode (TD Mode)

Describes TD Mode for generating color images of tissue motion direction and velocity.

TD Operation

Outlines the operations and functions available within TD mode.

Doppler Mode Functions and Filters

Details all Doppler mode adjustments, functions, and filters.

Angle Correction

Explains how to maintain optimal resolution and accuracy from Doppler measurements.

Chapter 9 Volume Mode

Volume Acquisition with Volume Probes

Explains how to activate Volume mode using the 3D or 4D keys.

Volume Acquisition: Static 3D Sectional Planes

Steps to perform a 3D Static Volume acquisition using Sectional Planes.

Volume Acquisition: Static 3D Render

Steps to perform a 3D Static Volume acquisition using Rendering.

MagiCut 4D

Explains how to electronically edit images and cut away structures obstructing the view.

Volume Cine

Explains how to save and work with acquired Volumes in 4D VolCine function.

VOCAL - Define a new Contour

Step-by-step guide to defining a new contour for VOCAL analysis.

Defining a Shell contour (shell geometry)

Explains how to define shell contours by selecting different shell modes (OFF, Inside, Outside, Sym.).

Real Time 4D Acquisition

Details on obtaining Real Time 4D mode through continuous volume acquisition and rendering.

STIC (Spatio-Temporal Image Correlation)

Explains STIC for visualizing fetal heart or arteries in 4D, a post-processed 3D acquisition.

Real Time 4D Biopsy

Instructions for performing Real Time 4D Biopsy, including needle track alignment.

VCAD Heart - Volume Computer Aided Display

Explains VCAD technology for automatic generation of fetal heart views for easier diagnosis.

Chapter 10 Elastography Mode

Elastography Main Menu

Details how to activate the Elastography mode using the Elasto key.

Chapter 11 Measurements and Patient Worksheets (Reports)

Generic Measurements

Details how to use the Caliper key for generic measurements in various modes.

Basic Operations

Explains the basic operations for generic measurements using the trackball and keys.

2D Mode Measurements

Lists the generic measurement methods available for 2D Imaging Mode.

Generic Distance Measurements

Explains how to perform distance measurements like length, height, etc. in 2D mode.

Generic Area Measurements

Details how to measure circumference and area using trace or by setting points.

Generic Volume Measurement

Explains how to measure volume using distances and ellipses.

M-Mode Measurements

Lists the generic measurement methods available for M-Mode.

D-Mode Measurements

Lists the generic measurement methods available for Doppler Mode.

Auto Trace

Details how to trace the Doppler spectrum automatically to display results.

Manual Trace

Instructions for manually tracing the Doppler spectrum to display results.

PG (Pressure Gradient) Measurements

Details how to measure maximum and mean pressure gradients in Spectral-Doppler mode.

Small Parts Calculations

Allows measurements/calculations in 2D/3D, M, and Spectral-Doppler modes for Small Parts.

Small Parts Calculations in 2D Mode

Lists distance, area, and stenosis measurements for Small Parts in 2D Mode.

Small Parts Calculations in M Mode

Lists vessel diameter, stenosis diameter, time, and HR measurements for Small Parts in M Mode.

Small Parts Calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode

Lists Auto Trace, Manual Trace, and other measurements for Small Parts in Spectral-Doppler Mode.

Obstetric Calculations - Subcategory: Biometry

Allows measurements/calculations for Obstetric Biometry in 2D/3D, M, and Spectral-Doppler modes.

Obstetric Calculations in 2D Mode

Lists distance and area measurements for Obstetric calculations in 2D Mode.

Distance Measurements

Details how to perform distance measurements for various fetal biometry parameters.

Circumference Measurements

Details how to measure circumference and area for fetal biometry using ellipses.

AFI Calculation

Instructions for calculating the Amniotic Fluid Index using multiple distances.

Early Gest. - NT

Explains how to calculate Nuchal Translucency (NT) for early gestation.

Obstetric Calculations in M Mode

Lists FHR (Fetal Heart Rate) measurements for Obstetric calculations in M Mode.

Obstetric Calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode

Lists Auto Trace, Manual Trace, and other measurements for Obstetric calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode.

Obstetrics - Subcategory Z-Scores

Contains measurements to obtain Z-scores for fetal heart analysis.

Fractional Limb

Details measurement for calculating fetal limbs and estimating fetal weight.

Obstetric - Subcategory: Fetal Echo

Allows measurement of the fetal heart in 2D/3D, M, and Doppler modes.

Cardiology Calculations

Allows measurements/calculations for Cardiac applications in 2D/3D, M, and Spectral-Doppler modes.

Cardiology Calculations in 2D Mode

Lists various measurements for LV, AV/LA, MV, TV, PV and LVOT/RVOT in 2D Mode.

LV Simpson

Details calculation of left ventricular volume in 2D mode.

Vol A/L (Volume Area/Length)

Explains calculation of Volume Area/Length in 2D mode.

LV Mass

Explains measurement of Left Ventricular volume and mass.

MV (Mitral Valve)

Details methods to calculate Mitral Valve measurements in M mode.

TV (Tricuspid Valve)

Explains how to measure Tricuspid Valve diameter in 2D mode.

AV/LA (Aortic Valve/Left Atrium)

Details how to measure Aortic Root Diameter and Left Atrium Diameter in 2D mode.

PV (Pulmonary Valve)

Explains how to measure Pulmonary Valve Diameter in 2D mode.

Cardiology Calculations in M Mode

Lists measurements for LV, AV/LA, MV, and HR in M Mode.

LV (Left Ventricle)

Describes two methods to calculate the Left Ventricle in M mode.

To measure all Items at a Time

Step-by-step guide to calculate all Left Ventricle items in M mode simultaneously.

Cardiology Calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode

Lists measurements for MV, AV, TV, PV, LVOT/RVOT Doppler in Spectral-Doppler Mode.

Urology Calculations

Allows measurements/calculations for Urology applications in 2D/3D, M, and Spectral-Doppler modes.

Urology Calculations in 2D Mode

Lists distance, area, and stenosis measurements for Urology calculations in 2D Mode.

Urology Calculations in M Mode

Lists vessel diameter, stenosis diameter, time, and HR measurements for Urology calculations in M Mode.

Urology Calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode

Lists Auto Trace, Manual Trace, and other measurements for Urology calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode.

Vascular Calculations

Allows measurements/calculations for Vascular applications in 2D/3D, M, and Spectral-Doppler modes.

Vascular Calculations in 2D Mode

Lists distance, area, and stenosis measurements for Vascular calculations in 2D Mode.

Vascular Calculations in M Mode

Lists vessel diameter, stenosis diameter, time, and HR measurements for Vascular calculations in M Mode.

Vascular Calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode

Lists Auto Trace, Manual Trace, and other measurements for Vascular calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode.

Gynecology Calculations

Allows measurements/calculations for Gynecology applications in 2D/3D, M, and Spectral-Doppler modes.

Gynecology Calculations in 2D Mode

Lists distance, angular, and area measurements for Gynecology calculations in 2D Mode.

Gynecology Calculations in M Mode

Lists vessel diameter, stenosis diameter, time, and HR measurements for Gynecology calculations in M Mode.

Gynecology Calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode

Lists Auto Trace, Manual Trace, and other measurements for Gynecology calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode.

Pediatric Calculations

Allows measurements/calculations for Pediatrics applications in 2D/3D, M, and Spectral-Doppler modes.

Pediatric Calculations in 2D Mode

Details Hip Joint measurements for Pediatric calculations in 2D Mode.

Hip Joint

Explains the Hip Joint calculation for assessing infant hip development.

Neurology Calculations

Allows measurements/calculations for Neurology applications in 2D/3D, M, and Spectral-Doppler modes.

Neurology Calculations in 2D Mode

Lists distance, area, and stenosis measurements for Neurology calculations in 2D Mode.

Neurology Calculations in M Mode

Lists vessel diameter, stenosis diameter, time, and HR measurements for Neurology calculations in M Mode.

Neurology Calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode

Lists Auto Trace, Manual Trace, and other measurements for Neurology calculations in Spectral-Doppler Mode.

Basic Calculation Functionality

Explains how the Calculation function is switched on and caliper appears.

DICOM Configuration

Explains how to set up DICOM target nodes for image transmission.

Measure Setup

Instructions on how to enter the Measure Setup section.

Chapter 14 Programmable Keys

P-keys

Details the four different actions that can be programmed onto P-keys (P1-P4).

Start Exam Button

Instructions on activating Start Exam, including probe and application selection.

End Exam Button

Details the configuration options for the End Exam button, including archive and review settings.

Chapter 15 Connections

How to Connect Auxiliary Devices Safely

Provides guidelines for safely interconnecting medical devices and auxiliary equipment.

Safety Rules to be followed

Crucial safety rules regarding ECG module usage, electrical hazards, and defibrillation.

Chapter 16 Technical Data / Information

Safety Conformance

Lists the safety standards and certifications the Voluson® S6/S8 conforms to.

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