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DESKi’s AI-enabled cardiac imaging software, HeartFocus, has launched in the US following FDA clearance and a successful international clinical trial. The software, which will initially be available on Butterfly Network’s handheld ultrasound devices, allows healthcare professionals to conduct diagnostic-quality heart ultrasounds after just hours of training. The technology aims to overcome barriers in cardiac care such as limited access to trained sonographers and long wait times for diagnostic imaging.
HeartFocus, DESKi’s AI-Enabled Cardiac Imaging Software, Launches in the U.S.
HeartFocus, an AI-enabled cardiac imaging software developed by DESKi, has officially launched in the United States. Initially available on Butterfly Network’s handheld ultrasound devices, this FDA-cleared technology allows healthcare professionals to conduct diagnostic-quality heart ultrasounds after a brief training period. The software is now accessible to health systems, primary care clinics, and clinical education institutions.
The recent FDA clearance and a successful international clinical trial have enabled HeartFocus to transition from a pilot phase to full deployment. The software provides fast, comprehensive cardiac assessments in a variety of settings, from rural clinics to primary care, cardiology, and high-volume triage environments.
Addressing persistent challenges in cardiac care, such as limited access to trained sonographers and prolonged wait times for diagnostic imaging, HeartFocus enables healthcare professionals to capture comprehensive echocardiographic views consistently. HeartFocus is now commercially available via Butterfly Network’s single-probe, whole-body ultrasound system, offering seamless AI integration.
Transforming Cardiac Care
DESKi CEO, Bertrand Moal, Ph.D., MD, says the software will “unlock access to life-saving heart scans wherever they’re needed most.” He adds that the launch of HeartFocus is but the first phase of their mission to revolutionize cardiac care delivery, aiming to set new standards in accessibility and impact.
According to Davinder Ramsingh, VP, Innovation Partnerships and Clinical Development at Butterfly Network, the commercial launch of HeartFocus is quite significant. “By combining Butterfly’s handheld device with HeartFocus’ AI-powered software, we’re enabling earlier detection and better outcomes, from large health systems to rural, underserved communities,” Ramsingh said.
HeartFocus is positioned to meet the growing cardiac care needs, enabling providers at all levels to offer timely, high-quality cardiac care, anywhere it’s needed. For more information, visit www.heartfocus.ai.
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