With the world’s first pocket ultrasound system doctors can make an initial assessment of a patient at any location where a quick decision regarding the subsequent course of treatment is required. Small enough to fit into a lab coat pocket, the Siemens´ Acuson P10 is particularly well-suited for use in ambulances, rescue helicopters, and intensive care units. The device with a weight of 700 gram features lithium-ion batteries that provide power for up to one hour of scanning. This is the way the emergency doctor can identify life-threatening injuries already at the place of accident and arrange for a fast and adequate treatment.