bkActiv ultrasound system

The bkActiv offers real-time imaging for precision surgical guidance in general surgery, neurosurgery, urology, colorectal, and pelvic floor procedures.

At a Glance

Enhanced visualization

Uniform image resolution with greater detail and depth.

Surgeon control

Remote control for image adjustments within the sterile field.

Customizable UI

Intuitive Tru-Sense^TM touch interface tailored to user needs.

Adjustable monitor

Flexible arm for optimal viewing in landscape or portrait mode.

bkActiv–the next-generation in guiding neurosurgery, urology, colorectal and pelvic floor surgeries

The bkActiv is a high-performance imaging system offering detailed, real-time surgical visualization. Refined through extensive research and user feedback, it supports remarkable imaging of areas of interest–neurosurgical (neuro-oncology, spine, neurovascular), urology (prostate, kidney, and bladder), hepatobiliary, colorectal, and pelvic floor.

It features technology such as Dual Live Compare for live image comparion, stored image compare, mirror image to see a live iUS image on the touch screen and sensitive color Doppler visualizes blood flow during complex surgeries.

With advanced, sterilizable transducers, needle guides, and procedure packs, bkActiv assists in procedures from biopsies to advanced robotic surgeries.*

*bkActiv is not available in all countries. Ask your local representative about your options.

Applications

Advanced imaging for specialized surgical applications

Urology

Precision ultrasound imaging for urology procedures

The bkActiv ultrasound system offers advanced imaging for urology, providing detailed visualization of the prostate, kidney, bladder, and pelvic floor (prostate imaging and biopsy, brachytherapy, cryotherapy). Its intuitive Tru-Sense™ touch interface and Smart Button™ technology allow for one-handed operation, ensuring full control during procedures. Confidently visualize and target regions for intervention with high-resolution detail and enhanced penetration when it matters most–during the procedure.¹

General surgery

Enhanced visualization for general surgery

The bkActiv ultrasound system delivers remarkable imaging for general surgery, including anorectal, robotics-assisted, and pelvic floor surgeries. Its advanced algorithms provide uniform image resolution and greater detail, while the remote control allows surgeons to adjust images within the sterile field. For anorectal surgeries, bkActiv offers high-definition imaging to visualize normal and abnormal anatomy, including anal sphincter injuries and rectal cancer. In robotics-assisted surgeries, the system's robotic transducers provide real-time, high-resolution imaging to locate and assess lesions and critical structures. For pelvic floor surgeries, bkActiv's advanced 3D architecture supports dynamic, real-time examination during procedures.

Neurosurgery and spine

Advanced imaging for neurosurgery

The bkActiv ultrasound system provides real-time imaging for neurosurgery and spine procedures. Its improved algorithms offer uniform image resolution, greater detail around lesion borders, and enhanced penetration. The system includes specialized transducers, such as the N13C5 craniotomy transducer for deep penetration and the N20P6 minimally invasive transducer* for accessing hard-to-reach areas. The Smart Button™ technology allows neurosurgeons to control images within the sterile field, ensuring precision during complex procedures.

Click here to explore a recent case where the neurosurgeon used bkActiv in a glioblastoma surgery to optimize the extent of resection.

*The N20P6 minimally invasive transducer has not been licensed by Health Canada or CE-marked; N20P6 is compatible with bkActiv and bk5000 software version 5.16.2 and higher.
The Minimally Invasive Transducer N20P6 is compatible with NICO BrainPath® (diameters 11-13.5 mm; lengths 50-95 mm), Vycor ViewSite™ Brain Access System (widths: 12-28 mm; heights: 8-20mm; lengths: 3-7cm), and Neuroendoport® (diameters greater than 13 mm; lengths: 5.5-8.5 cm).
Use of the X18L5s for intraoperative (neuro) has not been CE-marked.

bkActiv is not available in all countries. Ask your local representative about your options.

N11C5s transducer has been cleared for adults and children (>2 - 12 years)

Watch video on bkActiv for neurosurgical tumor resection

Comprehensive range of sterilizable, specialty transducers

Advanced transducer technology and a comprehensive selection of styles and sizes offer superb access across a wide range of body types.

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