GE MAC 5500 HD VS Mortara ELI 250c EKG Machine

 

1. What Are EKG’s and What Are They Used For?
2. Difference Between ECG and EKG
3. What To Look for In the Ideal EKG System?
4. General Comparision Between the GE 5500 HD and Mortara 250c
5. Introduction to the GE MAC 5500 HD
6. Features of the 5500 HD EKG System
7. Introduction to the Mortara ELI 250c
8. Features of the ELI 250c EKG System
9. Available EKG Systems for Rent
10. Requesting An EKG System
11. Final Thought

 

In today’s healthcare industry, hospitals, ambulances, surgical centers, and other medical centers are always in need of EKG systems that guarantee intuitive use, versatility, and sophisticated data management. The waveforms displayed on the monitors can say a lot about the electrical pulses of your patient’s heart health. However, when it comes down to it, the ultimate question is how to select the ideal EKG unit that best fits your facility’s needs. Electrocardiogram units such as the GE MAC 5500 HD and Mortara ELI 250c are amongst our top-of-the-line EKGs. Not familiar with these two units? Keep reading further to learn more.

WHAT IS EKG’S AND WHAT ARE THEY USED FOR?

An EKG (electrocardiogram) records the electrical signals in the heart. It’s a common and painless test used to quickly detect heart problems and monitor the heart’s health. EKGs are a painless, noninvasive way to help diagnose many common heart problems. A health care provider might use an electrocardiogram to determine or detect:

• Irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias)
• If blocked or narrowed arteries in the heart (coronary artery disease) are causing chest pain or a heart attack
• Whether you have had a previous heart attack
• How well certain heart disease treatments, such as a pacemaker, are working

You may need an EKG if you have any of the following signs and symptoms:

• Chest pain
• Dizziness, lightheadedness or confusion
• Heart palpitations
• Rapid pulse
• Shortness of breath
• Weakness, fatigue or a decline in ability to exercise

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ECG AND EKG

There is no difference between an ECG and an EKG. Both refer to the same procedure, however, one is in English (electrocardiogram – ECG) and the other is based on the German spelling (electrocardiogram – EKG). It is common to use the German “EKG” in the United States because “ECG” sounds very similar to a different procedure called an EEG.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN THE IDEAL ECG SYSTEM?

When purchasing an ECG machine for your hospital or medical facility, you want to make sure you get the best one to fit your facility’s needs and the needs of your patients. Unfortunately, not all ECG machines are made equally. In addition, you do not want to sink money into an ECG machine that you will have to replace after a few years. Therefore, it is important to find an ECG machine that will work for your facility both functionally and financially.

When looking to purchase an EKG machine, consider the following:

1. Intuitive: Healthcare facilities are busier than ever, and you need an ECG machine that can keep up with the fast-paced work environment.
2. Connective: computerized charting systems allow patient information to easily be shared between doctors and healthcare workers who provide care to that patient.
3. Accurate: Accuracy is always important when it comes to medical tests and procedures
4. Portable: Purchasing a medical ECG machine that is portable is beneficial to the healthcare staff and the patients. In addition, portability can help if there is an emergency that the healthcare worker is not slowed down by lugging around a big machine.
5. Long-lasting: Battery life in an ECG machine is crucial. You would not want the machine to die during the middle of determining if someone is having a heart attack because the machine needs to be charged.

GENERAL COMPARISON BETWEEN THE GE MAC 5500 HD AND MORTARA ELI 250C

Specifications	GE MAC 5500 HD	Mortara ELI 250c
Dimensions	3.7 x 15 x 13.8 in. (9.4 x 38.1 x 35.1 cm)	15.5 x 17 x 4 in. (39.4 x 43.2 x 10.2 cm)
Trolley Dimensions	37 x 19 x 27 in. (94 x 47 x 69 cm)	37 x 20 x 30 in. (94 x 51 x 76.2 cm)
Weight	15 lbs. (6.8 kg) including battery (without paper)	11.25 lbs. (5.1 kg) including battery (without paper)
Waveform Display	10.4 in (264 mm) diagonal graphics backlit color AM LCD; 640 x 480 pixels with waveform enhancement	Backlit, 1/4 VGA color LCD (320 x 240); 3, 4+4, or 6+6 lead presentation
Instrument Type	Microprocessor-augmented automatic electrocardiograph; 14-lead acquisition with programmable lead configuration	12-lead electrocardiograph
Standard Leads Acquired	3, 6, 12, or 15-lead	I, II, III, aVR, aVL, aVF, V1, V2, V3, V4, V5, V6
Input Impedance/Input Dynamic Range/Common mode Rejection/Pace Detection	>10MΩ @ 10 Hz, defibrillator protected / AC Differential ± 5mV, DC offset ±300 mV / >140 dB (123 dB with AC filter disabled) / Meets or exceeds ANSI/AAMI EC11-1991 standards	Meet or exceed the requirements of ANSI/AAMI IEC 60601-2-25
Patient Leakage Current	10 µA	Meet or exceed the requirements of ANSI/AAMI ES1
Digital Sampling Rate	75,000 samples/second/channel	40,000 s/sec/channel used for pacemaker spike detection; 1,000 s/sec/channel used for recording and analysis
Optional Functions	Remote Retrieval (Remote Query), MobileLink wireless (requires additional MUSE communications software and installation)	Connectivity with bidirectional communication
Paper	Thermal, Z-fold, perforated, fan fold, 300 sheets/pack, A Size: 8.5 x 11 in. (214.6 mm x 280 mm), A4 Size: 8.27 x 11.7 in. (210 mm x 297.5 mm)	Perforated Z-fold thermal paper, A4 or 8.5 x 11 in. wide (250 sheets)
Thermal Printer	Thermal dot array	Computer-controlled dot array; 8 dots/mm
Thermal Printer Speeds	5, 12.5, 25, and 50 mm/s	5, 10, 25, or 50 mm/s
Gain Settings	2.5, 5, 10, 20, 10/5 (split calibration) mm/mV	5, 10, or 20 mm/mV
Keyboard	Sealed elastomer with soft function keys, alphanumeric keys, writer controls, and TrimPad cursor controls	Elastomer keyboard with complete alphanumeric keys, soft-key menu and dedicated function keys
Filters	Default is 150 Hz	High-performance baseline filter; AC interference filter 50/60 Hz; low-pass filters 40 Hz, 150 Hz, or 300 Hz
Device Classification	Class I, Type BF defibrillation	Class I, Type CF defibrillation
ECG Storage	Internal storage up to 200 ECGs	Internal storage up to 40 ECGs; Optional expanded up to 200 ECGs
Operating Temperature	50° – 104° F (10° – 40° C)	50° – 104°F (10° – 40°C)
Power	Universal AC power supply (100 to 240 VAC at 50/60 Hz); internal rechargeable battery	Universal AC power supply (100-240 VAC at 50/60 Hz) 110 VA; internal rechargeable battery

INTRODUCTION TO THE GE MAC 5500 HD

The GE MAC 5500 HD is a premier EKG system, delivering advanced disease management capabilities through one of the industry-leading collections of algorithms and advanced networking. By empowering a wide range of users to capture, analyze, and communicate ECG data, the MAC 5500 HD helps reduce demographic and billing errors, and speed time to treatment. Additionally, enhanced barcode workflow with orders and ADT download capability work together to help improve efficiency across the platform. With the GE Healthcare MUSE v8, one of the industry’s leading cardiology management systems, this ECG system is streamlined for efficient workflow and greater functionality. Above all else, the GE Mac 5500 ECG enables clinicians to focus on what’s most important: their patients.

FEATURES OF THE 5500 HD EKG SYSTEM

The MAC 5500 HD system offers the sophistication required for advanced ECG applications, while its ease of use extends this level of performance to a broad range of possible users. Furthermore, it’s part of the complete GE suite of networked, non-invasive testing solutions designed to maximize patient throughout and department productivity.

• Advanced algorithms in ECG analysis and interpretation.
• Easy-to-use applications and features streamline productivity and workflow.
• Enhanced connectivity when combined with MUSE* Cardiology Information System to speed data storage and ECG retrieval.
• Marquet Hookup Advisor signal quality analysis programs
• Validated ECG analysis
• Risk stratification tools
• Data integration through connectivity
• Clinical information management
• Streamlined process and error reduction
• On-site applications training
• Self-paced computer-based training
• Workflow engagement consulting

INTRODUCTION TO THE MORTARA ELI 250c

Compact and lightweight, the Mortara ELI 250c electrocardiograph system provides comprehensive functionality in an easy-to-use, portable device. Multiple connectivity options ensure patient data transfers easily from the ECG to the location of your choice. Experience the benefits of bidirectional communication via internal modem, LAN, or wireless LAN with Mortara’s E-Scribe™ and Athena products, as well as third-party EMR, HIS, and PACS systems via XML, PDF, and DICOM®. The ELI 250c also utilizes Best 10 technology, which displays the best 10 seconds of a 5-minute segment recording, ultimately reducing clinical review time. Furthermore, the wireless acquisition module includes replaceable lead wires, lead fail indicators, and a dedicated remote control for ECG acquisition and rhythm printing.

FEATURES OF THE ELI 250C EKG SYSTEM

This EKG Machine features a high-resolution color LCD display, a full alphanumeric keyboard, and easy bidirectional connectivity for easy report transmission to data management systems. Other additional features include:

• Portable Solution Compact and lightweight, the ELI™ 250c electrocardiograph provides comprehensive functionality, with 8.5 x 11″ or A4 paper, in an easy-to-use, portable device.
• High-res color display offers 12-lead ECG preview and post-acquisition review
• Choose between WAM™ wireless acquisition module or the AM12™ acquisition module
• VERITAS™ algorithm uses gender-specific, adult/ped criteria for interpretation
• Buttons for ECG acquisition, rhythm printing & ECG transmission/order retrieval
• Chest and limb lead reversal indicators alert clinicians to possible errors
• Communicates with Mortara ECG Safe™ cloud-based service
• Supports pacemaker spike detection with 40,000 sps/channel data capture
• 1k sps/channel capture for signal assessment during analysis, display & printing
• Full Keyboard Alphanumeric elastomer keyboard features dedicated “one-touch” buttons for ECG acquisition, rhythm printing, and ECG transmission/order retrieval.

AVAILABLE EKG SYSTEMS FOR RENT

There are so many reasons to rent an EKG system. Some facilities choose to rent medical equipment to avoid acquisition and maintenance costs on equipment. SOMA has many electrocardiogram units ready to be shipped, and can easily provide availability for an immediate need. There is no downtime due to repairs or preventative maintenance. Renting is the easiest way to upgrade to newer technology without the commitment of purchasing the unit. Other reasons include the freedom from technical obsolescence, and to ensure the most efficient management of resources, and the ability to access equipment without expenditures. We have rent-to-own options available as well in case your medical facility does not currently have the budget to purchase the unit, but will when the budget is renewed.

REQUESTING AN EKG SYSTEM

Furthermore, if you would like to request either the GE MAC 5500 HD or Mortara ELI 250c, you can contact Soma at 1.800.GET.SOMA or send an email to [email protected]. One of our knowledgeable sales representatives can assist you with any further inquiries. Soma offers refurbished medical equipment up to 50% below OEM prices with the same service and warranty as new. The savings can ensure a lasting value on your medical investment.

FINAL THOUGHT

Both the GE MAC 5500 HD and Mortera ELI 250c are among the highly requested EKG systems. As February is known for Heart Health Awareness, it is important to note the importance of selecting the ideal electrocardiogram that helps detect early signs of heart attacks and other cardiovascular health issues. Have you ever worked with either of the GE or Mortera EKG units before? What specific features are important for you when purchasing an electrocardiogram unit? Please feel free to leave your comments down below!