Yushan’s remote healthcare undergoes another upgrade; Aco Smartcare proudly introduces the “Wireless Handheld Ultrasound” for convenient consultations.

Apache Wireless Handheld Ultrasound System

To overcome constraints in emergency medical services, the Yushan Medical Team implemented a remote healthcare system ten years ago.

They established 24/7 real-time consultation services between the 3402-meter high Peiyuan Lodge medical station and the hospital emergency room.

Last week, they successfully utilized ultrasound equipment and the remote healthcare system, conducting real-time multi-party consultations with successful tests.

This marks a significant breakthrough in high-altitude remote healthcare.

With the advancement of information technology, Zhushan Hospital’s Yushan Medical Team’s remote system has evolved from telephone,

computer, and fax to using mobile communication software for uploading real-time images, photos, and videos.

Recently, the medical team of Zhushan’s healthcare system, utilizing Chunghwa Telecom’s 5G communication and remote healthcare system,

seamlessly connected real-time ultrasound images, 4K video footage of patients, electrocardiograms,

and remote physician and family video calls without delay, significantly enhancing the precision of high-altitude healthcare.

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Yushan’s remote healthcare Emergency Care and POCUS Handheld Ultrasound

Zhushan Hospital’s remote healthcare team, led by Dr. Chen Chiag Ching, pointed out that during the era of 3G and 4G communication,

many medical examinations required special equipment and high-volume image transmission.

Unable to meet the limitations of real-time image transmission, remote diagnosis and communication were often not precise enough.

However, with the introduction of 5G communication medical kits and pocket-sized handheld ultrasound devices,

the team successfully tested them at the Yushan Paiyun Lodge medical station, resolving the issue of real-time image transmission.

Dr. Chen Chia Ching mentioned that in March of last year, during the first deployment of ultrasound equipment to Paiyun Lodge,

they encountered a mountaineer experiencing dizziness, unstable gait, and vomiting.

The ultrasound revealed an optic nerve diameter exceeding 5.5mm, indicating increased brain pressure consistent with the diagnosis of high-altitude cerebral edema.

After undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the patient’s symptoms improved significantly, and they safely descended the mountain the next day.

In late December of the same year, the team returned to the mountain. Using Apache ultrasound in ocular preset, they examined 11 mountaineers on-site, identifying three individuals with mild dizziness. This early screening allowed them to detect cases of elevated brain pressure due to high-altitude sickness promptly.

These individuals received immediate medication, resolving potential discomfort and crisis.

Yushan’s Remote Health Assistant

Wireless handheld ultrasound instruments are valuable for high mountain medical care

On the medically resource scarce Yushan high mountain, the remote healthcare team applies ultrasound technology to assess and diagnose high-altitude sickness.

Through online consultations, doctors can remotely observe and evaluate the condition of patients, alleviating the pressure on medical resources and enabling more mountaineers to benefit from high-quality healthcare.

In the future, they plan to extensively apply ultrasound, a non-invasive medical examination technology, in the diagnosis and monitoring of cardiovascular diseases,

liver diseases, gynecological diseases, and more. This approach not only benefits patients but also allows doctors and family members unrestricted access to diagnostic information,

breaking geographical barriers and providing comprehensive medical services to rural areas, safeguarding the health of the entire population.

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To strengthen emergency medical care capabilities on the battlefield, the Health and Well-being Sustainable Development Association held the “National Defense New Tactics and Disaster Drone Simulation Rescue Experience Camp” on July 8th. The event invited experts from the Hualien General Hospital of the National Armed Forces, the Chinese Taipei Search and Rescue Association, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei Medical University School of Nursing, and New Taipei City Fire Department to participate in a practical exercise and discussion on battlefield first aid, triage, and medical evacuation.

Drones Carry Medical Supplies, Medical Ultrasound Assists

The exercise simulated a situation where a casualty needs emergency medical care during a military attack and defense. The military-civilian medical system immediately dispatched drones from the rear to conduct reconnaissance. After confirming the location of the casualty, they carried mobile ultrasound and other medical supplies to the front line for emergency medical treatment by military personnel. During the exercise, in order to stabilize the vital signs of the casualty, the soldiers first used medical ultrasound to assess the casualty’s condition and then performed hemostasis and bandaging. Even under the threat of the enemy, the soldiers completed the medical treatment in an orderly manner, demonstrating the results of their regular training, and also allowing the students participating in the event to witness the professionalism of the military medical personnel.

Battlefield POCUS and Emergency ultrasound

The exercise simulated a scenario where casualties requiring urgent medical attention appeared during a military engagement.

The military-civilian medical system promptly deployed drones from the rear for reconnaissance.

After confirming the injured personnel’s locations, the drones transported Apache Wireless Ultrasound and other medical equipment, handed over to the military officers and soldiers on the front lines for urgent medical treatment.

During this process, to stabilize the vital signs of the casualties, the officers and soldiers first used ultrasound to assess the condition of the injured personnel and then proceeded with hemostasis and bandaging. Despite considerations for the simulated enemy situation, the officers and soldiers systematically completed medical care, shows not only the results of routine training but also allowing participating students to witness the professionalism of the military medical personnel.

Aco Smartcare Handheld Wireless Ultrasound – On-Duty Training 56 paramedics

Handheld Wireless Ultrasound acts as the third eye of physicians. In order to improve the quality of pre-hospital emergency care,

the #Changhua County Fire Bureau has 12 divisions with portable ultrasound devices.

#Show Chwan Hospital Medical System fully supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by paramedics.

Four workshops on paramedic ultrasound training were held at Show Chwan IRCAD Surgery Center, training a total of 56 advanced paramedics using Apache Ultrasound.

Apache Ultrasound on duty training 56 paramedics.

Emergency Care and POCUS Handheld Ultrasound Medical Education

Dr. Chia-Ching Chen, the Director of the Ultrasound Program at Show Chwan IRCAD Surgery Center,

stated that in the early days, portable ultrasound devices were mainly used in military medicine.

Due to their convenience, lack of spatial limitations, and image quality comparable to floor models, coupled with the assistance of artificial intelligence,

they have gained increasing acceptance in the medical field.

As a result, more healthcare facilities have started using portable ultrasound devices and implment it into their daily workflows.

In 2018, Huang Ming-He, the President of Show Chwan Medical System, introduced portable ultrasound devices to cater to underserved populations in remote areas.

This allows physicians to carry the devices with them wherever they go, providing assistance to patients who have challenges in commuting to the hospitals for diagnosis and treatment.

Director Chia-Ching Chen teaching paramedics on how to scan.

Wireless Handheld Ultrasound Medical Education

Dr. Chia-Ching Chen emphasized that paramedics utilizing ultrasound in pre-hospital settings can achieve four crucial tasks: “Early Diagnosis and Treatment Guidance,” “Rapid Decision Support,” “Optimization of Emergency Care Processes,” and “Improvement of Patient Treatment Outcomes.”

This highlights the vital role of pre-hospital ultrasound in the field of Emergency Medicine.

“Early Diagnosis and Treatment Guidance” – It can be used to identify internal injuries, thoracoabdominal bleeding, cardiac conditions, respiratory issues, and more,

thereby aiding physicians in making more accurate diagnoses and guiding appropriate treatment measures.

“Rapid Decision Support” – Pre-hospital ultrasound offers crucial information to emergency responders, enabling them to make decisions in critical situations.

For instance, it can be utilized in the diagnosis and implementation of needle decompression for tension pneumothorax.

“Optimization of Emergency Care Processes” –  This assists in optimizing resource allocation within the emergency medical team, ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate treatment. Furthermore, the use of pre-hospital ultrasound allows for better planning of patient transportation, selecting the most suitable medical facility to enhance patient survival rates.

“Improvement of Patient Treatment Outcomes” – Through rapid and accurate pre-hospital ultrasound examinations, the patient’s condition and needs can be identified earlier, thereby facilitating more timely and effective treatment. This helps reduce treatment delays and the occurrence of complications, ultimately improving patient survival rates and chances of recovery.

Apache – Multifunctional and multi-purpose Wireless Ultrasound System

Apache Wireless Handheld Ultrasound is compatible with both tablets or mobile phones.

It’s not only lightweight and portable with long-lasting power, but also has extremely high image clarity and features such as dust and water resistance.

The device comes with a mobile charging cradle, allowing it to be charged at any time without having to worry about power issues,

making it ideal for the use in environments with limited power sources and inconvenient transportation.

Apache handheld ultrasound has played an important role in high-altitude medical rescue, enabling medical personnel to diagnose and treat rapdily in the front-line,

providing the BEST support for medical care in high-altitude environments.