NUCLeUS

NUCLeUS features an intuitive touch interface that simplifies imaging workflow and reduces the operational steps, which is helpful for clinical staff who want to concentrate on the surgery. Users can route any image source to any destination, with no need to unplug and reconnect equipment, and record multiple video sources simultaneously while maintaining the highest quality in real time.

In addition, for even greater flexibility, NUCLeUS now provides wireless video streaming which allows clinical staff to access images from any modality via an iPad in virtually real time within the OR. This enables medical staff in the OR to follow the intervention on their handheld device.

NUCLeUS is device, format, and resolution-agnostic - handling 4K, HD and Standard Definition video and still image sources from any modality. Live video and audio streams are distributed over secure, standard IP connections outside the OR environment. NUCLeUS is a scalable platform that can be implemented with an efficient small footprint for a few OR’s, or it can then be scaled up by adding more processing power where needed to control and distribute images for large scale projects involving hundreds of OR’s.

NUCLeUS provides surgeons and clinicians direct, fingertip access to a wide range of medical image sources including live video signals from endoscopes, ultrasound scanners, in-light cameras, PACS workstations and many more.

Any HD resolution video content can be converted into 4K using advanced resolution-augmentation algorithms far superior compared to conventional upscaling, giving a crisp ultra high-resolution view of converted video footage.

In an ICU ward, critically ill patients’ conditions change from moment to moment, requiring constant monitoring. NUCLeUS ICU allows the ICU Team to monitor patients remotely, sending video data from the bedside to any location within the ICU, or elsewhere on site. Remote staff can monitor many patients simultaneously, switching from an overview screen of multiple beds to focus on a single patient with just a single click. ICU Staff can also start a video call between the bedside and monitoring room to request support or share advice. NUCLeUS ICU gives efficient and effective communication and the complete picture to the ICU Team.

NUCLeUS integrates video editing functions commonly used in clinical environment - such as trim/cut/save, merge, and create still images from video and adding annotations. With NUCLeUS, making a video-clip based on a specific part of a surgery is simple compared to other systems where third-party software and hardware are required.

NUCLeUS offers a wide range of display modes and customised screen layouts, including switching to multiple monitors in full screen, picture-in-picture or multi-split (quad view) modes on any specified display. A simplified surgical monitor preset function is now also available enabling quick adjustment of parameters before or during procedures. This flexibility supports improved workflow; designed to suit the needs of surgeons, physicians, and staff - through all phases of a surgical procedure. Static Mosaic view presents video streams from image sources in multiple Operating Rooms and ICUs simultaneously on a single display in a mosaic format – ideal for providing a situational overview of activity in managers’ offices and staff rooms. The new NUCLeUS Tiles feature automatically selects an optimised view of multiple streams from a particular room or area, giving users the flexibility to simply drag and drop to expand the video stream they wish to view.

A growing range of NUCLeUS applications add powerful real-time image processing features to assist surgeons and clinical staff. Rotation Correction enables the surgeon to stabilise the 'horizon' in an endoscopic video feed while the scope is rotated. Easy to use new Colour and Structure Enhancement uses powerful algorithms to emphasise different colour tones of body tissue and enhance structural details on live surgical video in 4K resolution. New Resolution Enhancer improves sharpness and uses digital zoom with Sony’s unique image algorithms for blur suppression to increase visibility.

NUCLeUS can remotely control devices in the OR using the KVM (keyboard, Video and Mouse) function. The NUCLeUS IP converters can not only transmit video but also send keyboard and mouse commands to enable a remote user to view and control the device user interface without requiring extra hardware or cabling. OR staff can flexibly control multiple devices by switching video from each source to the viewing display with connected keyboard and mouse.

Ideal for teaching and real-time consultation with other physicians outside the OR, new improved Bi-directional telestration allows multiple remote users to simultaneously annotate, draw or highlight areas of interest in the live stream video which is shared by viewers in all locations and discuss as a group in real time.

NUCLeUS integrates with Hospital Information Systems (HIS), for a seamless workflow. Multiple image sources used during surgery can be integrated with patient information gained through HIS/RIS, PACS and EMR to create comprehensive, easily accessible patient records.

IP Camera Source software converts signals from IP room cameras to a NUCLeUS stream, enabling switching, recording, and broadcasting of camera images just like any other NUCLeUS source. Clinicians can also control camera pan/tilt and zoom functions directly from the NUCLeUS interface. Up to five camera pre-sets can be registered per person per OR, and up to three IP cameras can be deployed in the same room.

Hard copies of still images captured by NUCLeUS can be created using an optional UP-DR80MD A4 digital colour printer. 1, 2, 4 or 8 eight images can be selected per sheet, with optional inclusion of printing metadata. Auto Print extends CMS (Content Management System) print functionality to store and collect a preconfigured number of stills, printing them automatically when this number of images has been received.

Sony HVO-series medical recorders* can be operated directly with KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) control from the NUCLeUS touchscreen. Video files captured on an HVO recorder are recorded on the hospital’s NAS. The CMS imports files from their folders and makes them available in the web app.

* Supported models: HVO-550MD, HVO-3300MT, HVO-4000MT.

Checklists simplify monitoring of safety standards at the start, during and at the end of an operation. After the patient and surgeon are selected, NUCLeUS automatically displays the checklist on the system’s touch panel monitor and on OR portal PCs. Checklists can also be manually activated at any moment during the intervention.

NUCLeUS offers hospital IT departments the benefit of low maintenance and peace of mind. Facilities can rest easy knowing that any hardware, software, or network issues are monitored by Sony around the clock allowing for remote maintenance system to prevent costly OR downtime interruptions. Add on features and enhancements can also be installed remotely, without ever sending a technician into the room.

Open API (Application Program Interface) protocols simplify rapid integration with modality manufacturers’ OR controllers and other hospital systems. This offers an attractive environment for modality makers, Integrators and/or developers to create their own specific applications that can be hosted on the NUCLeUS platform. Integrating the system at this level can provide a unique experience for an end user working within the confines of a specific system as needed - such as Interventional Radiology Systems, Robotic surgery systems and a number of other possibilities.

Many patients are likely to feel very anxious when entering the operating room. Especially useful in paediatrics and obstetrics cases, surgical staff can use the Patient Distraction function thus helping to reduce patient anxiety. Music tracks and video imagery can be played in the OR to create a more relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. By programming items in advance, staff can easily select the most suitable content for each patient and there are even 5 pre-sets for both music and video – for quick and easy playback.

Privacy Mode enables surgical staff to stop recording or broadcasting content to protect patient privacy when there is a risk that the patient can be identified. Recording and broadcasting can be quickly disabled with one button.