Ultrasound

Sparq

A new way of
thinking
Philips Sparq emergency medicine ultrasound system
Sparq
easy to experience

Breakthrough technology should

not make your life more complex.
Quite the opposite. It should
remove the complexities that
create barriers to doing what
matters most: providing the best
care possible for your patients.

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 With Sparq, nothing gets in
the way of achieving a healthy
balance of streamlined workflow
and clinical excellence.

Sparq delivers. By providing a new ultrasound experience,

Sparq makes scanning and interpreting quality ultrasound
images at the point-of-care as simple as possible, giving
you more time to focus on your patients. Sparq’s unique
user interface, intelligent automation, and outstanding
image quality combine to make the system easy to learn
and easy to use.

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 Simplicity Mode – ON Simplicity Mode – OFF

A uniquely simplified
ultrasound system
The Simplicity Mode on the Sparq system presents Sparq features needle visualization, a technology
only the ultrasound functions that you use most that enhances the presentation of the needle without
often. The Intuitive Dynamic Interface adjusts as you degrading the image, facilitating quick needle
interact with the control panel. The AutoSCAN feature guidance to the anatomical target.
automatically identifies tissue types and continuously
adjusts image gain. Remote reporting – Telexy Qpath
Sparq’s Remote Reporting* feature provides clinicians
The Exam Dashboard seamlessly walks you through remote access to the Telexy Qpath** POCUS workflow
the steps needed to begin an exam. The Temporary solution. This feature allows clinicians to interact with
ID feature assigns a unique, temporary number the ultrasound images and Qpath worksheets directly
to each unidentified patient, allowing you to from Sparq. The ability to complete and approve
immediately start scanning. ultrasound exam reports at the point-of-care uniquely
enhances work flow in the emergency department.
SmartExam provides on-screen guided workflow for
fully customizable exam protocols while automating The gold standard for security
system functions, and thus increasing consistency. Philips recognizes the importance of securing your
ultrasound system and protecting your patient
When the exam is complete, comprehensive tools aid data. The security feature on Sparq is a defense-in-
analysis and reporting. Wireless DICOM networking depth strategy that comprises five layers: firewall,
capabilities make it easy to share and archive images operating system hardening, malware protection,
and reports. access controls, and patient data encryption. Each of
these layers plays an important role in helping you
Easy procedure guidance thwart hackers, defend against malware, and prevent
The L12-4 and C6-2 transducers have a centerline unauthorized access.
mark that corresponds to the centerline on the image
to make it easy to conduct out-of-plane procedures.

* Remote Reporting is only available with Telexy Qpath

and is trademarked as Qview.
** Qpath is a trademark of Telexy Healthcare Inc.

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Increased confidence for
emergency medicine ultrasound
The power of Philips imaging for technically difficult patients

Sparq includes Philips proven imaging technologies The exceptional performance of PureWave transducer
designed to provide outstanding image quality: technology results in improved diagnostic confidence,
SonoCT significantly reduces many of the artifacts especially on technically difficult patients. PureWave
that are inherent in conventional ultrasound and transducer technology is now available on two Sparq
XRES creates images virtually free from noise. transducers, the C5-1 and the X7-2t.

PureWave crystals have virtually

perfect uniformity for greater
bandwidth and twice the efficiency
of conventional ceramic materials.
The result is excellent imaging
Conventional (x800) PureWave (x800)
and Doppler performance.

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 Easy clip, our
innovative cable

Designed for
management
solution, keeps
cables tangle-
free and reduces
damage while

your environment
decreasing
cable strain.

Sparq revolutionizes the user experience at the point-of-care

Large
17” monitor

Articulating
arm with
fold-down
capability

Buttonless
Intuitive
Dynamic
Interface
360° handle
for easy
manipulation

Sealed,
easy-to-clean
tempered
Three glass surface
fast-switch
transducer
ports

Cable
catch

Four
independent
wheels

Sparq’s ergonomic design and small footprint The sealed, tempered glass control panel
make it easy to position even in the most facilitates easy cleaning and disinfecting.
constrained clinical environments. For scanning
comfort, the clinician can independently adjust Sparq features a long battery life that provides
the height of the system as well as the height of mobility and access at the bedside. The Sleep
the monitor. To facilitate easy viewing, the large Mode lets you save battery power and provides
17-inch monitor with automatic ambient light “instant on” when you need it.
compensation is on an articulating arm.

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 Philips exceptional
image quality

Use Vasc
Access L15-7io
image from ED
brochure

Apical four-chamber M-mode and 2D side-by-side RUQ of the abdomen

RUQ - fluid noted posterior to the liver Apical four-chamber IJ and carotid

Gallstones Vessels in the wrist Ocular globe

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A wide range of transducers
and clinical applications

Sparq clinical applications for

emergency medicine ultrasound
• FAST
• Cardiac and TEE
• Vascular access
• Lung
• Pelvic (including OB)
• Abdomen
• Ocular
• Musculoskeletal
• Superficial
• Nerve
• Spine
• Vascular (venous and arterial)
• TCD

Sparq’s family of transducers

includes the C5-1 PureWave,
C6-2, S4-2, L12-4, L15-7io, C9-4v.
and X7-2t PureWave

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Count on us
as your patients count on you
The value of a Philips ultrasound system extends far beyond technology. With every
Sparq system, you get access to our award-winning service organization,* competitive
financing, and educational tools that help you get the most out of your system.**

Always there, always on

We work as one with your team to keep your Sparq
system running smoothly.

On-cart transducer test provides confidence

in your transducer quality
On-cart transducer test provides a non-phantom
method to test Sparq transducers at any time,
giving you confidence in your diagnostic information.

Remote service capabilities maximize efficiency

Easy, rapid technical and clinical support through
remote desktop enables a virtual visit with a
Sharing risk, increasing the return on your investment
Philips expert.
Partner with us to maximize utilization and uptime
Proactive monitoring solutions maximize uptime of your Sparq system.
Philips proactive monitoring increases system
Utilization reports
availability by predicting potential system disruptions
Data intelligence tools can help you make informed
and proactively acting on them, letting you focus
decisions to improve workflow, deliver quality patient
on what is most important – your patients.
care, and decrease the total cost of ownership. This
Immediate support request at your fingertips ultrasound utilization tool provides individual transducer
The support request button allows you to enter usage and the ability to sort by exam type.
a request directly from the control panel, for a
fast and convenient communication mechanism Understanding your needs, designed for you
with Philips experts without leaving your patient, Our flexible RightFit service agreements, education
minimizing workflow interruption. offerings, and innovative financing solutions can be
adapted to meet your needs and strategic priorities.

* Philips is rated number one in overall service performance for ultrasound for 23 consecutive years in the annual
IMV ServiceTrak survey in the USA.
** Optional. Not all services available in all geographies; contact your Philips representative for more information.
May require service contract.

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