AME has been involved in the used and refurbished ultrasound industry for nearly twenty years. As time has progressed, we’ve come to understand and appreciate certain advantages and disadvantages that result from purchasing such equipment. As a company that prioritizes our customers above all else, this blog post is dedicated to you – to help expand your knowledge in an industry that we’ve been involved in for two decades.
There is always a question, particularly in the world of used medical equipment, of safety for diagnosticians and patients. At AME, we’re aware of your concerns and are here to provide some information to put your mind at ease.
Used Ultrasound Machines:
Used Ultrasound Probes:
Unfortunately, many people don’t understand how ultrasound transducers work, and become fearful of receiving an ultrasound scan. The truth is that unlike an X-Ray or other types of medical devices, ultrasound probes are completely harmless. They function by emitting benign sound waves that are so high pitched that the human ear cannot register it. These sound waves penetrate the body and bounce off of whatever structure it comes in “contact” with. The echo is sent back, and subsequently translated by the ultrasound machine into an image. The process is nearly instantaneous, and while the ultrasound images may take some time to decipher and diagnose, the actual ultrasound probes pose no threat to patient safety.
