Pocket-Sized ultrasound could transform pregnancy care in remote areas
NCT ID NCT05765539
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a small, portable ultrasound device (echOpen O1) for pregnancy follow-ups in Senegal, where access to standard machines is limited. 224 pregnant women were scanned with both the portable device and a regular ultrasound machine to see if the portable one could reliably check fetal position, number, heartbeat, and placental location. The goal is to help midwives in low-resource areas detect complications early and improve care.
What this could mean
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Active substance
echOpen O1 Handheld Ultrasound device
What this could lead to
If successful, this portable ultrasound could help midwives in remote areas detect pregnancy complications early, improving mother and baby health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study in one country. The device may not be as accurate as standard machines, and results may not apply to other settings.
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Locations
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Centre de Santé de Sokone
Sokone, Fatick, Senegal
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Poste de Santé de Karang
Karang Poste, Fatick, Senegal