Nisonic P-100 and FAST-ICP: What UAE Neuro and ICU Teams Should Know

What Nisonic does

Nisonic's approach starts from the optic nerve sheath. Using a transorbital ultrasound scan, the software guides probe positioning, processes the image automatically and reports measurements related to intracranial pressure. According to the manufacturer, FAST-ICP measures the optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD) and a Deformability Index (DI), the examination typically takes under a minute and needs no equipment calibration.

The aim is to give clinicians an additional, non-invasive source of information at the bedside. It is not presented here as a replacement for invasive monitoring, and any clinical decision remains with the treating team. See the Nisonic brand page for the manufacturer summary.

The Nisonic P-100 system

The Nisonic P-100 is a compact ultrasound trolley system with a touch screen and an AI computer. It includes an ultrasound probe tailored for scanning and recording the optic nerve sheath diameter, and the Nisonic ICP Scanner application that supplies probe guidance and ICP readings. The manufacturer states that it received CE marking in May 2021 and that it is supplied in limited numbers for ICP research.

• Compact trolley with touch screen and AI computer
• Probe designed for ONSD scanning and recording
• ICP Scanner application with real-time image acquisition guidance
• Automated image processing
• CE marked in May 2021, supplied in limited numbers for ICP research

FAST-ICP software and where it runs

FAST-ICP is the AI-based software layer. The manufacturer lists installation on ultrasound scanners, handheld devices and Windows PCs, which matters if you want to use existing hardware rather than a dedicated trolley. It gives real-time guidance for probe positioning and automated image processing.

At present FAST-ICP is described as research use only. A buyer should treat that wording seriously: the intended use stated on the label and instructions governs how the device may be deployed, and the hospital's ethics and quality committees may need to approve research use.

Who evaluates non-invasive ICP technology

Typical evaluators are neurosurgery and neurology departments, neurocritical and general ICUs, emergency departments and academic centres that run research programmes. Teams in the UAE considering such a tool will usually want a structured evaluation: defined patient group, protocol approved by the facility, training for sonographers or physicians, and a comparison with the existing monitoring pathway.

Because it is software-driven, ask about version control, data storage, patient-data handling and how results are exported or integrated with your records. These are the same questions you would raise for any critical-care equipment that creates clinical data.

How to buy and register in the UAE

Medical devices in the UAE are registered with the relevant authority, MOHAP federally, while DHA in Dubai and DOH in Abu Dhabi license facilities and professionals. A device labelled for research use may follow different requirements from a commercial product, so confirm the current position and the permitted use with the authority before you plan a purchase. Our overview of medical device registration in the UAE explains the general process.

Ask the supplier for the intended-use statement, the CE documentation, the training plan, the support arrangements and the process for software updates.

Request information from Beckfinity

Beckfinity is the UAE distributor for Nisonic. If you are planning an evaluation, contact our specialists with your department, intended protocol and timeline, and we will confirm what can be supplied and under which conditions.