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The SIBUS-IN Fingerheld Ultrasound Machine
Jovian Wan1, Benjamin Ascher2, Leonie Schelke3
1Medical Research Inc., Wonju, Korea.
Background:
Minimally invasive esthetic procedures risk vascular occlusion, necrosis, and other sequelae; real-time ultrasound guidance mitigates these events, yet conventional devices are bulky and two-handed.
Aim:
To present the SIBUS-IN fingerheld ultrasound system and summarize its technical features and clinical advantages for esthetic injections.
Methods:
The device's specifications, workflow, and Doppler capabilities were reviewed and contrasted with published data on existing handheld scanners.
Results:
SIBUS-IN mounts a 15 MHz curved transducer on the operator's index finger, streaming images wirelessly to a tablet. Motion-gesture or voice controls allow sterile, single-handed operation while preserving tactile feedback. Full color, power, and pulsed-wave Doppler modes delineate vascular anatomy; images can be archived for medico-legal documentation. Compared with Clarius, Mindray and similar units, SIBUS-IN shortens setup time and improves access to concave or convex facial zones. Limitations include image variability in highly curved areas, infection-control requirements, and a learning curve for novices.
Conclusion:
By combining ergonomic fingertip design with high-resolution, multimode imaging, SIBUS-IN promises greater precision, efficiency, and vascular safety in esthetic practice.
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