3M and Eko are marrying Littmann stethoscope technology and dependability with advanced Eko digital innovations in a new collaboration.
The 3M Littmann CORE Digital Stethoscope offers clinicians access to both analog and digital auscultation options and connects to Eko’s software and artificial intelligence algorithms to help clinicians better interpret sounds and detect heart murmurs. Benefits include:
- Increase clinician confidence in auscultation assessments
- Amplification and active noise cancellation
- Visualization of sound data during auscultation
- Access to Eko’s AI and clinical decision support, helping providers to screen for heart murmurs during routine physical exams
- Access to Eko’s telemedicine software, making benefits available for in-person and remote patient care
“This combination is a game changer — allowing a physician in rural America or a nurse treating patients in a non-office setting to have access to cutting-edge clinical decision support,” said Kristi Barnett, senior director, 3M Medical Devices.
In January, Eko received federal clearance for an algorithm that detects the presence of suspected heart murmurs. The 3M Littmann CORE Digital Stethoscope can connect to Eko software, including its heart murmur artificial intelligence and its telemedicine software.
“For clinicians, listening is a gateway to making critical diagnoses. Being able to confidently assess heart and lung sounds helps ensure the best cardiac and pulmonary care possible,” said Connor Landgraf, co-founder and CEO of Eko. “Partnering with 3M Littmann Stethoscopes allows us to incorporate the power of our digital and machine learning technology alongside the stethoscope trusted by millions of clinicians worldwide, which can help impact patient outcomes and quality of care.”
Devices are available for pre-order, with shipping starting in November.
