Acoustic lens damages in ultrasound probes
Probes are the soul part of
all ultrasound imaging systems, because the performance and imaging quality of
ultrasonic scanner are highly affected by the characteristic and the structure
of the probe. This hand held device often gets damaged
due to its constant use. Thus, proper care and regular testing of probes
significantly influence the level of operating expenses of the ultrasound
systems.
Common acoustic lens failures
1. Holes
in lens
This
is one of the common lens damage.
The
reasons for this damage are:
- Improper cleaning
- Rough handling, dropping probes from hand
- Use of gels having perfumes or other molecular changing substances.
lens with multiple holes
lens with single hole
\ Holes in lens can lead to delamination
2. swollen lens
This
is also happening due to the improper cleaning and repeated use. This may leads
to delamination and will not get
ultrasound image.
3.
Lens separated from case
This is occurring due to Improper or
insufficient cleaning, or cleaning with wrong substance i.e, alcohol-based
wipes on the lens tends to dry the lens and make it detach from the probe.
4 4.
Lens
missing
The only solution for acoustic lens
damages is lens replacement.
For more information on this visit www.probelab.in or call 9847069684
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