Abstract: A handheld ultrasound probe for guided needle insertion into the common femoral artery comprises a linear transducer array providing longitudinal imaging and a plurality of laterally positioned transducer elements providing simultaneous cross-sectional views. The probe housing integrates both transducer configurations in a fixed spatial relationship, with the lateral elements strategically spaced to ensure needle visualization across varying tissue depths. The device generates real-time dual-plane imaging, displaying longitudinal and transverse views of the target vessel, surrounding anatomical structures, and needle trajectory on a single screen. The probe incorporates battery power capability for portable operation in emergency and field environments. The multi-plane visualization enables precise needle guidance while avoiding adjacent veins, nerves, and other critical structures during femoral artery access procedures.

Abstract: The device of the present invention is an ultrasound device which is used in a clinical setting to help users locate the correct position and angle for needle insertion. The device provides images of perpendicular image planes without needing to move the device thereby allowing a user to maintain a steady view of the target and surrounding anatomy in multiple image planes as the needle is advanced. The device may comprise a needle guide assembly which can adjust the needle guide angle to control needle insertion. The device may comprise a boot which provides acoustic coupling, sterility and needle guidance.

Abstract: The device of the present invention is an ultrasound device which is used in a clinical setting to help users locate the correct position and angle for needle insertion. The device provides images of perpendicular image planes without needing to move the device thereby allowing a user to maintain a steady view of the target and surrounding anatomy in multiple image planes as the needle is advanced. The device may comprise a needle guide assembly which can adjust the needle guide angle to control needle insertion. The device may comprise a boot which provides acoustic coupling, sterility and needle guidance.

Abstract: The device of the present invention is an ultrasound device which is used in a clinical setting to help users locate the correct position and angle for needle insertion. The device provides images of perpendicular image planes without needing to move the device thereby allowing a user to maintain a steady view of the target and surrounding anatomy in multiple image planes as the needle is advanced. The device may comprise a needle guide assembly which can adjust the needle guide angle to control needle insertion. The device may comprise a boot which provides acoustic coupling, sterility and needle guidance.

Abstract: The device of the present invention is an ultrasound device which is used in a clinical setting to help users locate the correct position and angle for needle insertion. The device provides images of perpendicular image planes without needing to move the device thereby allowing a user to maintain a steady view of the target and surrounding anatomy in multiple image planes as the needle is advanced. The device may comprise a needle guide assembly which can adjust the needle guide angle to control needle insertion. The device may comprise a boot which provides acoustic coupling, sterility and needle guidance.