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Many researchers point out the probe pressure force influence on image quality and other aspects of examination. This review aims to identify the range of applied probe pressure during US examinations and gather information on probe compression force values during various US examinations (examination types, body regions, etc.). Methods: A systematic review following PRISMA guidelines was conducted using IEEE Xplore, Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed\/MEDLINE. Studies with quantitative data on probe pressure during US by human operators or RUSs (robotic ultrasound systems) were included. Results: From the 26 included studies, force ranges varied up to 34.5 N for abdominal exams. Robotic systems applied slightly higher maximum forces (34.5 N) than human operators (30 N). Most studies reported positive impacts of force monitoring on image quality and diagnostic precision, with no adverse effects on patient comfort. 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