A new USB-driven vascular diagnostic system will provide-hospitals and vascular labs a cost efficient method to diagnose peripheral vascular disease.

The Vicorder, developed by Fall River-based Physicians Resource Network Inc., produces a full vascular patient report and will be distributed throughout North and South America through an agreement with Skidmore Medical.

Robert B. Gaw, president of PRN, expects a very strong demand for the smallest USB-powered vascular device due to increased patient and physician awareness of peripheral vascular disease and stroke prevention.

The company has been distributing new and reconditioned medical equipment to physicians, hospitals and international dealers for over 20 years.