Appendix A Technical Description
Instructions for Use A - 23
Contrast Dynamics Software Option
At the time of publication, the Contrast Dynamics software option was not cleared for use
by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This feature is not enabled or available for use
in systems sold in the U.S.A.
Compatible with all clips
Contrast Dynamics software is a quantification application used with contrast agent
imaging technology
Illustrates contrast agent enhancement by displaying graphs indicating changes of intensity
over time within defined regions of interest (ROIs)
Measures the average value and curve-fitted value for each ROI on each image frame
syngo Arterial Health Package (AHP)
Compatible with clips or images that contain only 2D-mode data and clips or images
acquired with a linear transducer
Provides a method of quantifying Carotid Intima-Media Thickness (CIMT)
Uses semi-automated border detection to determine the maximum and average thickness
of the intima-medial layer of the carotid artery