Canon Medical Systems · Aplio a-series
Canon Aplio a Ultrasound System
Canon positions the Aplio a-series, which includes the Aplio a, for shared-service imaging, general imaging, dedicated applications and cardiovascular use. The a450 and a550 add tools such as SMI, and the a550 adds Attenuation Imaging.
- Abdominal
- Cardiac
- Vascular
- Musculoskeletal
- Obstetrics
- Small organs
Overview
Canon sells the Aplio a-series as three models: the Aplio a550, the Aplio a450 and the Aplio a (model CUS-AA000). They are mobile systems that Canon describes as small and light, with a 23-inch monitor on a fully articulating arm and a control panel that adjusts in height over 36 cm. Many existing Aplio transducers can be used, which Canon says helps reduce the cost of specialty probes.
Imaging rests on aBeam architecture, standard on every a-series system, with Precision+ and ApliPure+ for image detail and speckle reduction. Tools differ by model: SMI is available on the a450 and a550, Attenuation Imaging on the a550, and CEUS quantification on the a550 only.
- Manufacturer
- Canon Medical Systems
- Series
- Aplio a-series
- Used for
- Cardiology, General imaging
- Supplied by
- Ultravision, Dubai
Key features
- aBeam architecture
- Combines Advanced-Sync Pulser, Multi-Beam Receiver and Multi-Harmonic Compounding, and is standard on all Aplio a-series systems.
- Precision+ and ApliPure+
- Precision+ gives detailed images with sharpened lesion outlines and reduced clutter, and ApliPure+ compounding increases contrast and reduces speckle noise.
- Superb Micro-vascular Imaging (SMI)
- Expands the range of visible blood flow; available on the Aplio a450 and a550.
- Shear Wave Elastography
- Non-invasive, quantitative assessment of tissue stiffness, with a propagation map to judge elastogram quality.
- Attenuation Imaging (ATI)
- Quantitative assessment of steatosis in patients with NAFLD and NASH; available on the Aplio a550.
- Smart Fusion
- Shows the live ultrasound image in sync with pre-loaded CT, MRI or PET data in a quad display.
- 2D Wall Motion Tracking and Auto EF with Full-assist
- Traces the left ventricle contour automatically as a starting point, supported by AI and machine learning according to Canon’s FDA filing.
- Protocol Assistant
- Guides the cardiovascular exam workflow through a menu.
Specifications
From Canon Aplio a-series brochure and FDA 510(k) K212960, shared by the Aplio a550, a450 and a. Options and configurations vary by region; we confirm the exact specification in every quotation.
| Monitor | 23-inch, fully articulating arm |
|---|---|
| Probe frequency range | Approximately 2–20 MHz |
| Probe array types | Flat linear, convex linear, sector |
| Control panel height adjustment | 36 cm range |
| Model numbers | CUS-AA550 (a550), CUS-AA450 (a450), CUS-AA000 (a) |
Service, probes and training
Our Dubai team supports the Canon Aplio a after delivery: installation coordination, application training for your sonographers, preventive maintenance, repairs and probe repair, under a service contract or as one-off visits.
Canon Aplio a: questions
What is the Canon Aplio a used for?
Canon positions the Aplio a-series for shared-service and general imaging as well as cardiovascular use. Its FDA clearance lists fetal and obstetric, abdominal, paediatric, small-organ, transvaginal, transrectal, cardiac, peripheral vascular, musculoskeletal and thoracic applications.
What is the difference between the Aplio a550, a450 and Aplio a?
Canon lists three models in the Aplio a-series: the Aplio a550 (CUS-AA550), a450 (CUS-AA450) and Aplio a (CUS-AA000). Superb Micro-vascular Imaging is available on the a450 and a550, Attenuation Imaging on the a550, and CEUS quantification on the a550 only.
Which probes work with the Canon Aplio a?
The FDA summary lists flat linear, convex linear and sector array probes of roughly 2 to 20 MHz. Canon’s transducer page adds endocavitary, endorectal and mechanical 4D probes, and Canon says the Aplio a-series can use many existing Aplio transducers.
How does the Canon Aplio a support cardiology?
Canon’s FDA clearance lists adult and paediatric cardiac and transoesophageal applications for the Aplio a. Its cardiac tools include Protocol Assistant for the exam workflow, 2D Wall Motion Tracking and Auto EF with Full-assist for left ventricle contour tracing, and the 6S1 single crystal sector probe.
Can Ultravision supply the Canon Aplio a in Dubai?
Ultravision Medical Equipment Trading supplies Canon ultrasound systems, including the Aplio a-series, to hospitals and clinics in the UAE. Tell the team which model you need, the a550, a450 or a, and request a quote online.
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