Clarius unveils T-Mode for breast ultrasound, using AI to help plastic surgeons improve accuracy and confidence in ultrasound-guided procedures.
Clarius Mobile Health, which offers an AI-powered handheld ultrasound, announced the launch of a new artificial intelligence (AI) education tool that helps new users quickly master ultrasound breast anatomy while scanning with Clarius ultrasound.
Accelerating Learning for Plastic Surgeons
According to the company, the latest of five AI-training modes invented by Clarius, T-Mode for breast helps plastic surgeons recognize key breast tissue layers in real time to accelerate learning and improve confidence in performing in-clinic ultrasound-guided procedures and exams.
Demonstration at The Aesthetics Meeting 2025
Clarius will demonstrate T-Mode for breast at The Aesthetics Meeting in Austin, Tex from March 20 to 23, 2025.
Addressing the Shortage of Skilled Sonographers
Clarius reportedly developed the training tool to help address the growing demand for clinicians skilled in conducting breast exams. While the FDA recommends that breast implant patients undergo ultrasound breast exams every 2 to 3 years, the shortage of skilled sonographers has created long wait times for patients. Many plastic surgeons are using ultrasound in their practice and seek training to increase their proficiency with reading grey scale images, which are notoriously difficult to interpret for new users.
Expert Insights on Clarius T-Mode
Marc Salzman, MD, a double board-certified plastic surgeon and ultrasound educator who published a paper on the benefits of using ultrasound for breast implant surveillance, helped test the new feature during its development and said, “Clarius T-Mode for breast is very helpful in teaching breast ultrasound and will help novice physicians adopt ultrasound. It shortens the learning curve for recognizing the different layers of tissue, the capsule, and the implant itself.”
How T-Mode Enhances Ultrasound Training
When activated during an exam with a Clarius ultrasound scanner, T-Mode creates an adjacent image with distinctive graphics and text labels that help new ultrasound users instantly identify anatomical structures. T-Mode is also available for Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedures, facial aesthetics, and musculoskeletal applications.
Clarius’ Commitment to Innovation in Plastic Surgery
“Clarius continues to raise the bar with T-Mode for breast imaging,” says Pat Pazmiño, MD, FACS, a plastic surgeon who practices in Miami. “The use of artificial intelligence to help identify tissue planes helps to shorten the learning curve so that clinicians can focus on the patient.”
According to Clarius, Pazmiño, a long-time Clarius user and advocate for ultrasound use by plastic surgeons, was instrumental in advocating for the first plastic surgery law that has been passed in Florida. In effect on July 1, 2023, the bill mandates the use of ultrasound guidance during gluteal fat grafting procedures to protect patient safety. Pazmiño also supported the development of T-Mode for Gluteal Grafting.
High-Resolution Imaging at a Fraction of the Cost
Clarius offers a range of purpose-built specialty handheld wireless ultrasound scanners designed to provide high-definition imaging for multiple clinical applications. These devices are designed to deliver high-resolution imaging equivalent to the best traditional cart-based systems for a small fraction of the cost using an app for iOS and Android smart devices, according to the company.
Availability of Clarius T-Mode
Clarius T-Mode is available with Clarius Membership and the new One-Time License along with specialized presets, unlimited cloud storage, Voice Controls, and other features designed for plastic surgery.
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