Bordeaux, France–based DESKi says it only takes a few hours of training for any healthcare professional, including novices, to perform clinical-quality heart scans from any compatible device using HeartFocus.

The FDA also signed off on DESKi’s Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) for HeartFocus’ growth opportunities. The PCCP enables faster collaboration with other ultrasound systems so the technology can reach more patients sooner.

“Heart disease is the number one killer worldwide, and echocardiography is the first step to receiving a diagnosis and proper treatment. However, there is a critical shortage of cardiologists and expert sonographers to meet demand. HeartFocus bridges that gap, empowering any healthcare provider, anywhere, to capture cardiac images with precision and confidence,” DESKi CEO Dr. Bertrand Moal said in a news release.