Oncoustics utilizes AI to analyze raw ultrasound signals, transforming low-cost Point of Care Ultrasound devices into effective diagnostic tools for liver disease detection and monitoring. This technology enables clinicians to perform rapid, non-invasive assessments in approximately five minutes, improving patient access to timely care while reducing the need for costly referrals and invasive procedures.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
Current methods for liver disease detection and monitoring often involve costly referrals, invasive procedures, and multi-day experiences, limiting patient access to timely care and early diagnosis. Traditional tissue characterization requires significant investments in pathology and radiology systems, subject to qualitative interpretation by experts.
Solution
Oncoustics provides AI-powered analysis of raw ultrasound signals, transforming Point of Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) devices into effective diagnostic tools for liver disease. Their technology enables clinicians to perform rapid, non-invasive liver assessments in approximately five minutes at the point of care. The solution utilizes a unique data stream for AI/ML biomarkers, offering automated analysis and enhanced visualization without requiring expert sonographers or radiologists. This improves patient access to early detection and monitoring, streamlining workflows and enhancing clinic productivity.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes primary care physicians, hepatologists, and other clinicians who need a rapid, non-invasive tool for liver disease detection and monitoring at the point of care, as well as hospitals and clinics seeking to improve patient access and streamline workflows.
Features
- AI-driven analysis of raw ultrasound signals for liver tissue characterization
- Rapid 5-minute PoCUS exam performed by any clinician or clinical staff
- Compatible with any PoCUS device, requiring no integration into existing IT/PACS systems
- Automated analysis and enhanced visualization/disease maps for easy interpretation
- Acquisition guidance designed for use by non-expert sonographers
- Ongoing international data collection for continuous improvement and validation
- SaaS model for cost-effective screening as a service