Philips announces new Philips mini TEE ultrasound transducer

Royal Philip announced that its latest TEE transducer, designed to serve more patients with improved overall comfort, has received FDA 510(k) clearance. TEE helps cardiologists by providing highly detailed images of the heart and its internal structures. Philips’ new X11-4t Mini 3D TEE transducer is opening 3D TEE imaging to previously unaddressed patients, including complex cases and pediatric patients. David Handler, VP and General Manager for Global Cardiology Ultrasound at Philips said, “we’ve developed a new, even smaller mini 3D TEE transducer that can be used to help physicians serve a wider range of patients, from small children to fragile adults. With this innovation we can help reduce the need for general anesthesia and lower the risk of complications, meaning patients may recover faster from procedures and can be discharged sooner.”