Preliminary Results of Utilizing A Novel EUS Solution in an ASC Setting

The study evaluated a novel plug-and-play EUS system (EndoSound EVS) deployed in an ambulatory surgical center (ASC), which successfully expanded patient access to EUS procedures.  Using the novel system, the practice saw a 29.2% increase in overall case volume and a 64.2% year-over-year growth for a single gastroenterologist. The system enabled safe and effective EUS examinations across various indications, reduced hospital burdens, increased ASC revenue, and provided more scheduling flexibility for physicians. Notably, all 42 ASC patients underwent EUS exams without complications, with image quality deemed excellent.

 

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) Functionality for a Standard Upper Endoscope: Initial US Experience

A novel EUS system (EndoSound EVS) that converts a standard endoscope was evaluated in a retrospective study of 61 patients. The system demonstrated high clinical effectiveness, with a 90% procedural success rate and 100% sampling success for interventions involving the esophagus, stomach, and duodenal bulb. Fourteen patients required fine needle aspiration or biopsy, which were all successfully completed without any adverse events. The study suggests this technology has the potential to improve patient access to EUS evaluations by reducing equipment costs and procedural complexity.