Biosound Esaote announces MyLab enhancements

Ultrasound vendor Biosound Esaote of Indianapolis, Ind. has released a new version of its operating system software - MyLab30CV - and introduced a portable ultrasound imaging system, MyLab25. Both products will be on board at the upcoming American College of Cardiology meeting in Orlando, Fla., March 6 - 9.
   
Version 3.0 software for MyLab30CV optimizes digital management and extends the functionality to all transducers - phased, linear, curved array and TE, the company said.
   
MyLab25 is the company's newest member of the MyLab family of diagnostic, portable ultrasound systems. The system is suitable for vascular laboratories that need high performance imaging and portability.

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