Portable ultrasound scanner to be used on injured soldiers
- Jun 22, 2016
- EmmaArnold
Brain scanning software is under development which experts say could save lives of soldiers on the front line.
The University of Aberdeen hopes the portable ultrasound scanner will be able to better detect injuries such as bleeding on the brain.
A 3D model of brain is created on location with the device which is much smaller than a normal MRI scanner which can be used to quick diagnosis.
Jeanne Evans, Senior Solicitor at PotterReesDolan, said:
Interesting article here regarding the development of ultrasound technology in the diagnosis of brain injury – and which is sure to save lives for those who suffer an injury whilst far from a hospital setting. It will be interesting to see how this project develops.
Although the initial plans are to diagnose soldiers on location, the new software could also be used in everyday medical care.
Unseen head injuries can often be overlooked, especially in battlefield situation and traumatic brain injury is a big problem in the military.
Jeanne Evans has previously written a blog on how a brain-injured soldier and his 'hidden disability'.