AquilionPRIME 160 / 80 multislice helical CT system with an 80-row detector capable of generating 80/160 slices per rotation using the coneXact. Aquilion™ PRIME is designed the way imaging technology should be – with the ability to scan more patients and offer a better CT experience. Adaptive Diagnostic features that improve accuracy and 128slice CT SCANNER TECHNOLOGY HISTORY For over 130 years, Toshiba has been a world leader in developing technology to improve the quality of life. Our 50,000 global patents First helical CT scanner 1993 First real-time CT fluoro 1995 First DVD 1999 First quiet MRI 1999 First 0.5 mm multidetector CT 2002 First 400 ms CT scanner 2004 The256-slice CT-scanner has been developed at the National Institute of Radiological Sciences. Nominal beam width was 128 mm in the longitudinal direction. When scanning continuously at the same position to obtain four-dimensional (4D) images, the effective dose is increased in proportion to the sc Merupakanalat canggih untuk pemeriksaan organ tubuh manusia dengan banyak irisan (128 slices), Sehingga dapat mendeteksi tumor dengan ukuran yang sangat kecil. Pemeriksaan MSCT yang dapat dilakukan antara lain: CT Scan Daerah Kepala. CT Scan Thorax/Dada. CT Scan Abdomen /Perut. CT Scan Spine / Tulang Belakang. CT Scan Extremitas / Alat - alat scanning menggunakan MSCT Philip 256 Slice Tabel 1. Parameter CT Cardiac pada alat Philip 256 slice 256 Slice Tube voltage (kV) 120 Tube current time product (mAs) 800 Rotation Time 0,127 Detector Collimation (mm) 128 x 0,625 Normal Pitch 0,18 Kernell Xtress Standart Slice Thickness 0,6 – 1 mm 5,1 Specials ECG Pulsing < 80 Scan Range Halini dikatakannya saat peresmian alat kesehatan RSUD Kota Bogor berupa MRI 3 Tesla, CT Scan 128 slice dan ESWL di RSUD Kota Bogor, Sabtu 13 November 2021. Keberadaan alat kesehatan ini diharapkan diikuti seluruh jajaran dan manajemen RSUD Kota Bogor dengan memberikan layanan kesehatan secara ikhlas dan tanpa pamrih kepada Answer(1 of 7): More slices generally means the scanner can cover a larger area with each rotation, so it can scan a region of the body faster. So for something like a scan of the heart (which is moving as it beats), the pictures will usually Electric Voltage. 220 V. Frequency. 50 Hz. The Lightspeed VCT 64 slice features 40 mm coverage of patient anatomy per rotation and 64 slices at 0.625 mm and offers 5-beat cardiac covering 137.5 mm per second. The system’s fast acquisition speed and high image resolution is ideal for neuro, pediatric, angiography, cardiac, pulmonary, and . By simultaneously scanning several slices of the body, the scan time can be reduced significantly and the smallest details can be scanned within practicable scan times. Multislice CT enables a wide range of clinical applications from 3D to perfusion imaging to CT fluoroscopy. Our systems range from cost-effective 32- slice configurations to outstanding image quality 64- and 128-slice this information help you?Subscribe to news from Siemens Healthineers USA Be the first to know about our events, training, and news Today, the number of people with chronic conditions such as diabetes, renal disease, stroke, high blood pressure and coronary artery disease has been increasing due to our changed way of life and stress. The latest studies by the World health organization have show that coronary artery disease is a leading cause of death. One third of population dies because of this condition, especially in underdeveloped countries, including Thailand . The main factors in coronary artery disease are the narrowing and blockage of the arteries by plaque, which consists of cholesterol and calcium. The main risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stress and cigarette smoking. To diagnose coronary artery disease, doctors will evaluate patient's risk factors and perform some tests and then will divide patients suspected to be at risk into two groups; high and low risk. After that, there are two main diagnostic procedures that will usually be performed; Conventional Coronary Angiography,CAG CAG, which accurately assesses the coronary arteries, is currently the diagnostic standard for clinical evaluation of known or suspected coronary artery disease, after which the patients can be immediately treated by Coronary Artery Bypass Graft CABG or placement of a stent. Although complications rarely happen, the following may occur; hematoma at the site of the arterial puncture, coronary dissection and air embolus because in this procedure, a then plastic tube is inserted into an artery in the leg and advanced through the body into the coronary arteries. It is also an expensive procedure, and the patient needs, to stay in hospital for about 4-6 hours. Cardiovascular Examination by 128-Slice CT “Ordinary” computerized X-Rays 16-slice CT were not as accurate in demonstrating coronary artery problems, because the heart, unlike other structure, is moving and beating inside the chest. However today, with the advent of the most advanced form of this imaging, the multi-slice detectors and high powered computer programs call the 128-Slice CT , in around 4 seconds; we can efficiently get information on the coronary anatomical features in as few beats as possible, with 90% accuracy. The CT has various advantages. It helps doctors to make the diagnosis of certain diseases faster, more easily, and potentially more accurately. Furthermore, after this procedure, the patients do not have to stay in hospital. The 128-Slice CT is now a well known procedure leading to diagnosis of all diseases related to arteries or vessels. Those who should have a cardiovascular check up include Those with the following risk factors for heart diseases; High Cholesterol - Diabetes Smoking - Family history of heart disease Those suspected of being at high risk of narrowed coronary arteries; Suffering from chest pain - Having an abnormal Stress Test Those having had the following treatment due to coronary artery disease; Insertion of stents - Coronary artery bypass graft surgery CABG There are certain groups who are not suitable for CT scanning using contrast agents as it may cause sever allergy and acute renal failure; Severe asthmatics Heart failure Renal disease with high creatinine or chronic renal failure A history of allergy to sea food and/ or contrast agents High speed 128-Slice CT for other parts of body examination To diagnose cardiovascular disease through narrowed vessels To diagnose blockages in arteries/ vessels all over the body such as heart, brain, kidney, extremities, etc. To diagnose pre-cancerous tumors in intestine and lungs To examine bone abnormalities To diagnose abnormality of brain issue To diagnose abnormality of abdominal tissue Others including diagnosis of abnormalities of blood vessels, such as aneurysm, and to measure abdominal fat, which is related to the quantity of calcium in arterial walls coronary calcification and to evaluate risk factors in the cardiovascular system. MDCT Scan What is MDCT Scan and 128 Slice CT Scan? Computed tomography CT scan is a safe, painless, non-invasive test that uses a series of X-rays and a computer to produce images of a cross-section of your body and a 3D image of soft tissues and bones. Sometimes, a contrast agent called a dye, may be used as an Oral/ Intravenous/ Enema, depending on the type of CT scan and reason for the scan, to improve the images by highlighting certain features. It can take anywhere from a few minutes to half an hour for the scan. When a patient passes through the CT scanner, the circular opening rotates and takes x-rays. Each rotation takes about a second. During the rotation, radiation beams are used to create an image of the patient’s body inside the circular opening. In single slice CT-scanners, only one image is produced per rotation. MDCT stands for Multidetector Computed Tomography, also known as multislice computed tomography MSCT. “Multidetector” refers to the number of CT sc detectors that are used to detect X-rays as they pass through the body. A 128-slice CT scan machine has 128 detectors, which allows it to acquire multiple images in one rotation. 128-slice CT Scanner Benefits As compared to 16 or 64-slice, the 128-slice CT scanner has more detectors that provide highly detailed imaging with higher resolution, superior quality and faster scanning speed. MDCT Scan Services CT SCAN ALL PARTS – PLAIN + CONTRAST CT GUIDED BIOPSY CT GUIDED FNAC 4D CT FOR PARATHYROID ADENOMA 3D CT JOINTS / BONES HRCT – THORAX / COCHLEA / TEMPORAL BONE CT DYE STUDY CT ENTEROGRAPHY DENTA SCAN HEAD & NECK ANGIOGRAPHY BRAIN ANGIOGRAPHY PULMONARY ANGIOGRAPHY RENAL ANGIOGRAPHY PERIPHERAL ANGIOGRAPHY UPPER/LOWER LIMB ABDOMINAL / MESENTERIC ANGIOGRAPHY TAVI /TAVR PROTOCOL AORTOGRAPHY CORONARY ANGIOGRAPHY CT DISTAL LOOPOGRAPHY Click Here To Know More About Preparations & Procedure CT Coronary Angiography CT Angiography is the best non-invasive option to rule out any coronary artery disease. It takes only 5 seconds to scan the arteries with the least radiation to the patient & needs no hospitalization. It has 2 components Calcium Scoring Coronary Artery Assessment Click Here To Know More About Preparations & Procedure 128 SLICE MDCT SCAN/CT CORONARY ANGIOGRAPHY Services FAQs 128 Slice MDCT Preparation. If your CT scan uses dye or contrast, you may need to come with some specific preparation Blood test Creatinine report done no later than two weeks before. Diet restrictions You will need to watch what you eat and drink for four hours before your CT scan. Consuming only clear liquids helps prevent nausea when you receive the contrast dye. You can generally have tea or black coffee or strained fruit juices. If you are or might be pregnant, you should tell the CT technician to avoid exposing your baby to radiation. Who should undergo Cardiac CT? Patients at high risk for developing coronary artery disease – risk factors include high lipid levels, family history, smoking, diabetes, hypertension, stressful life, sedentary lifestyle. Post-bypass/ Stent assessment. Even if ECG, Echo, Stress test is relatively normal, major coronary artery disease can be present. Conventional catheter angiography needs hospitalization and it indicates if there is evidence of acute myocardial infarct changes on ECG or Ca score -> 400. What preparation is involved for Cardiac CT? Fasting for at least 2 to 4 hours before the procedure. Serum creatinine report done no later than two weeks before. Stabilization of heart rate with a beta-blocker. Bring all previous test reports including MRI, CT or any other papers. There should preferably be an accompanying friend or relative with the patient. What does the procedure involve? Once the heart rate is stabilized. A vein is cannulated. Breathing instructions are given so that the patient can hold his/her breath for about 5 seconds for the calcium scoring study. A non-ionic “dye” is injected and the coronary CT Angiogram study is performed. The scan time is about 5 seconds & the total on table procedure time is 15–20 minutes. The entire procedure takes about 60 minutes depending on the heart rate. Are there any dangers of CT Scanning? Though X-rays involve radiation, there are no dangers in practice. Contraindicated in pregnant women. CT coronary angiography with 128 Slice CT scan involves very little radiation to patients ranging approximately between 3-14 mSv. Inquiry Form Press Release11 December 2013Surat Siemens installs SOMATOM Perspective 128 slice CT scanner at SRL Diagnostics-Speedscans, Surat First installation of 128 slice CT scanner in Surat. Improved patient safety with innovative low radiation dose features. Improved patient comfort with faster scans, reduced breath hold and Moodlight. Allows routine imaging and advanced clinical applications for Trauma, Cardiac and Neurovascular. Siemens Healthcare Sector installed SOMATOM Perspective CT Scanner at SRL Diagnostics-Speedscans, which is the first installation of a 128 slice CT scanner in Surat. The city of Surat, famous for its textile market, is witnessing increasing occurrences of lifestyle diseases. Timely and accurate diagnosis thus becomes a significant step towards choosing the mode of treatment. With Siemens’ SOMATOM Perspective, SRL Diagnostics-Speedscans is identifying and diagnosing the most challenging diseases and clinical conditions being faced by people of Surat today. SOMATOM Perspective is a single source 128 slice CT scanner that integrates innovative technologies designed to cover routine imaging to advanced applications in Trauma, Cardiac and Neurovascular imaging. Sanjay David, Business Head-CT Scanners, Siemens Healthcare India, elaborates, "Siemens has always been on the forefront of introducing innovative CT scanners in India. SOMATOM Perspective is another such example. At Siemens, we believe in the principle of ALARA As Low As Reasonably Achievable, in dealing responsibly with X-ray based computed tomography, so there are a host of low dose features available in this scanner to ensure the same." Dr. Uday M Surana, Consultant Radiologist and Center Head, SRL Diagnostics-Speedscans, explains, "With SOMATOM Perspective, we are increasingly scanning patients with family history of cardiac/lifestyle diseases, who do not show any symptoms of these ailments. In such cases, the scanner has been supporting us in providing necessary details that help us counsel patients appropriately. Low dose features, ergonomics like wide bore, Moodlight, etc. increase patient safety and comfort."The 70 centimeter wide bore of the scanner increases patient comfort, especially in scanning obese and trauma patients. The ergonomic design ensures easy access for interventions like CT guided biopsy. The addition of Moodlight on the side of the scanner promotes a sense of well being and provides a source of relaxation for children and anxious patients. This 128 slice scanner has a unique low dose feature called SAFIRE Sinogram Affirmed Iterative Reconstruction, which is also the world’s first raw-data based iterative reconstruction that helps achieve dose reduction of up to 60% for all organs and all types of patients obese, children or old patients. Other features like Ultra Fast Ceramics UFC, Care Dose4D and CARE Bolus ensure high quality scans at lowest radiation. The increased number of slices enables scanning of up to 50 centimeters in 5 seconds at an ultrahigh resolution. This means that the time the patient holds his breath during the scan is very low. This is especially useful for very sick and elderly patients. Rapid full-body trauma imaging is possible without compromising on the image quality. Overall, a faster scan translates to speedy diagnosis and shorter waiting time for patients and the rising trend in lifestyle diseases, Cardiac CT has shown significant benefit in the work-up of patients with high risk of cardiac diseases. Cardiac CT also plays a major role in the follow-up of patients who have undergone cardiac procedures. SOMATOM Perspective’s 128 slice configuration has been designed to perform Cardiac CT imaging. Designed to be energy efficient, this 128 slice CT scanner has significantly reduced power consumption and contributes to energy more information on SOMATOM Perspective please visit Contact PR20190910199en You don't have permission to access " on this server. Reference Many people tend to compare CT scanners and MRI scanners against each other. After all, they’re both quite similar machines used to take slices of pictures of our internal organs. However, there are some differences between the two machines that make each more suitable for different uses. For instance, CT scanners are far better at imaging blood vessels and bones, whereas MRI scanners are used to identify changes in soft tissue, tendons, the brain, and more. That being said, these main differences aren’t enough to pick the right choice. Within the same category of machines, there are still different types of scanners to choose from! For instance, there are different slices for CT scanners, some in four to eight, others up to 128—and even higher. For the purpose of this article, we will be focusing on the CT scanners and their slices to help you understand which CT scanner is the best fit for your need 4 & 8-Slice For the most basic of CT scanners, you will usually be faced with a 4- or 8-slice scanner. Though the number may seem incredibly small compared to other CT scanners, these are still excellent for clinics with only a few patients who need a scan. Plus, these are the cheapest types of scanners you will find in the market—so any health service with a limited budget can generally afford one! In other words, this affordable scanner will be the scanner of choice if time is not a factor in your diagnosis or procedures. 16-Slice As an excellent choice for price-performance, many health facilities will opt for the 16-slice CT scanner. It is the go-to for clinics or departments that experience a steady amount of patients that need scanning faster than what an 8-slice scanner can provide. In short, the 16-slice scanner offers excellent reliability and good enough speed that even urgent care centers will still use them. 32 & 40-Slice Going a little higher into the slice count, these 32 and 40-slice scanners are typically treated similarly to their 16-slice counterparts. The only difference here is that they are even faster and offer much more coverage per gantry rotation—meaning that the risk of motion artifacts is reduced. You will be investing in this type of scanner if you need something better than a 16-slice scanner with a price jump that isn’t too high. 64-Slice 64-slice scanners are the usual scanners you will find in extensive health facilities, like hospitals and imaging centers. Because of its much higher slice count, not only is scan time reduced significantly, but it can also facilitate advanced studies thanks to the accuracy. Note that cardiology still requires the slowing of the heartbeat rate despite the machine’s speed and accuracy. However, it is still an excellent machine for closer cardiac research. 128-Slice and higher These 128-slice or higher CT scanners are the top-of-the-line CT scanners you will find. Up to 320 slices, these machines can provide a full-body scan in mere seconds. Thanks to its incredible speed and accuracy, specialty practices generally invest in these costly machines. If you are running a simple clinic, there isn’t a way to justify an investment in this kind of CT scanner, unless you are a specialty practice or experience an abnormally high patient rate that requires scanning each day. Conclusion With all of that information in your hands, it is up to you to pick a suitable CT scanner for your practice. If you are looking for something that you can use in a small clinical setting with a limited number of patients, a 4, 8, or even 16-slice scanner will do perfectly. On the other hand, if you have a large volume of patients, a 34 or higher can meet your needs. Then again, if you are a specialty clinic, you may find the need for 128 or higher slice CT scanners. In other words, carefully consider your needs and compare them against the CT scanners to see if they will work! DirectMed Parts is a trusted source of medical imaging parts and services, offering high-quality CT and MRI parts and coils as well as refurbished machines. If you are looking for CT parts or scanners in the US, get in touch with us today! Questions, Comments, Concerns? Send Us A Message! Lower Dose, Remarkably Open Design. SCENARIA View 128 is a powerful premium performance CT solution that provides dependable routine application capabilities with available advanced clinical modules for Interventional CT, extended coverage Shuttle Scanning for Perfusion Exams, Cardiac CTA and Dual Energy examinations. The View employs 64 discrete detector and electronics channels over a 40mm detector coverage and reconstructs up to 128-slices per scan rotation. Unique and clinically valuable capabilities of the View include Fujifilm’s Next Generation Vision Model based Iterative Reconstruction capability “Intelli IPV” that can provide dose reduction up to 83% at the same image quality*. A wider 80cm gantry aperture, a more powerful 84kW generator provides up to 700mA operation. The advantages of the standard Auto Lateral Shift Table enables ±10cm lateral shift 20cm total shift range providing easier and more accurate positioning of the patient’s anatomy of interest at the scan Field of View’s iso-center where spatial resolution is better than off-center. HiMAR Plus metal artifact reduction minimizes objectionable metal induced artifacts. The View includes XR-25 Dose-Check control and is XR-29 Smart-Dose Compliant, while providing FDA 510k Cleared Indication for use for Low-Dose CT lung Cancer Screening. Features Lateral Shift Table, ± 10cm. IntelliCenter Auto-Lateral Shift Table is the only standard table that can shift up to ± 10cm laterally 20cm total range to Assist patient positioning Reduce dose* Improve spatial resolution Multi-Bowtie Filters. Multi-Bowtie filter size selection, based on anatomy to be imaged, reduces radiation dose* in areas outside the filter’s field of view. When used together with the auto lateral shift table, off-center anatomy can be brought to iso-center and the smallest bow-tie filter utilized. Intelli EC Plus. Fujifilm’s proprietary 3D mA modulation technology, Intelli EC, automatically modulates mA to lower individual patient dose levels depending on patient anatomy and size and considering the level of iterative reconstruction selected. Intelli EC Plus can be set to provide real-time control of mA, to achieve a constant Noise Standard-Deviation in the resulting images. Higher Data Sampling Rate. SCENARIA View’s higher data sampling rate provides faster anatomic coverage without sacrificing image quality and reduces motion artifacts. Wide 80cm Gantry Aperture. A more open 80cm gantry aperture spaciously accommodates the most challenging patients. 550 lbs. Table Weight Capacity. Higher standard weight capacity to accommodate larger patients up to 250 kg 550 lbs.. Reduced Dose for Cardiac CTA. ECG Dose Modulation reduces mA during the cardiac phases of a retrospectively gated exam that are not intended for image reconstruction. IPV – Iterative Reconstruction. IPV is Fujifilm’s Next-generation “vision modeled” iterative processing that provides dose reduction and overcomes a conventional IR weakness by IPV maintaining normal image texture that better matches the image texture appearance of Filtered Back Projection FBP. Utilizing IPV vs. conventional FBP reconstruction can provide* Dose reduction up to 83% at the same image quality low contrast detectability Image noise reduction up to 90% at the same dose Noise reduction rate control according to the IPV level used Low contrast detectability improvement by up to 100% at the same dose Natural image texture appearance the shape of noise power spectrum similar to that of FBP, even if using higher IPV strength level Reduced kV. Four settings support lower kV and dose based on individual patient size. Lower kV provides lower dose for small and pediatric patients. 80kV 100kV 120kV 140kV Axial Snap-Shot Imaging. Pulses the X-ray “on” only during a phase of the cardiac cycle using prospectively gated step-and-shoot cardiac scanning – reducing radiation dose. Dose Reporting and Awareness. SCENARIA View provides both DICOM Dose Structured Report and a Simple Dose Report to satisfy the full range of your IT and physician reading dose reporting needs. And, SCENARIA View includes Dose Check, compliant with NEMA XR-25, to monitor for exam doses that may exceed notice or alert levels. *In clinical practice, the use of Intelli IPV may reduce CT patient dose depending on the clinical task, patient size, anatomical location, and clinical practice. Image noise is defined as the standard deviation of pixel values within an area. A consultation with a radiologist and a physicist should be made to determine the appropriate dose to obtain diagnostic image quality for the particular clinical task. Low contrast detectability LCD and/or image noise were assessed using reference factory protocols comparing Intelli IPV and FBP. The LCD measured in mm slices and tested using the MITA CT IQ Phantom CCT189, The Phantom Laboratory, using model observer method. Technology Simple Dose Report DICOM Dose Structured Report SR CT Dose Check NEMA XR-25 NEMA Smart Dose Compliant XR-29 Focus Edition Innovative Focus Edition advantages. Continuing Fujifilm’s commitment to innovative healthcare, the SCENARIA View Focus Edition CT platform is uniquely designed with performance advantages to better meet the needs of a wide range of patients and providers. The Focus Edition is an outstanding CT for Radiology, Cardiology and Emergency Departments as well as outpatient locations. It leverages Fujifilm’s more powerful “Focus Engine” image processor and operator console, resulting in valuable benefits beyond our standard SCENARIA View CT Platform 20% faster workflow, for more patient exams per day UI update to the Synapse 3D Viewer on the Operator’s Console Tilted gantry helical scanning feature for faster workflow and improved MPR capability Higher level of cardiac CTA capability with “Cardio StillShot” 3D motion correction optional Cardio StillShot The SCENARIA View Focus Edition’s optional Cardio StillShot software is revolutionary, with a proprietary algorithm that creates clear, high-quality images for even the most challenging heart rates. 28 msec effective temporal resolution at sec gantry rotation speed versus 175 msec native temporal resolution without Cardio StillShot – a 6-fold improvement to freeze cardiac motion Motion correction for the coronary arteries, entire heart and the valves Enables more exams to be performed with Prospective Gating versus Retrospective Gating due to lower patient radiation exposure Enhanced Technologies The Focus Edition’s enhanced clinical performance is driven by numerous technological advances that Fujifilm has refined to create an outstanding CT System, including Intelli IPV – Vision Modeled Iterative Reconstruction HiVision Detector HiMAR Plus – Metal Artifact Reduction Cardio StillShot 3D Motion Correction optional Advanced 3D Visualization Capabilities Customer Stories Customer Stories Fujifilm helps West Feliciana Hospital provide quality health care their local families need. With new imaging equipment, they were able to recruit specialists and incorporate additional diagnostic offerings into their care services. West Feliciana Hospital St. Francisville, LA The Scenaria View CT scanner is advantageous for Massac Memorial Hospital’s rural community. It can accommodate a larger number of patient types with its high weight limit and wide bore, while the lateral shift feature … Massac Memorial Hospital Metropolis, IL West Feliciana Hospital is a small and unique Critical Access Hospital that recently purchased two key pieces of imaging equipment from Fujifilm to help provide the best care possible to their community. Hear what they … West Feliciana Hospital St. Francisville, LA Brochures SCENARIA View Product Brochure. SCENARIA View Product Specifications. SCENARIA View Product Brochure. Experience enhanced workflow speed and clear CT image quality across a wide range of applications using 64 slice acquisition and up to 128 slice reconstruction. 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Contact Us MXR Imaging acquired Oxford Instrument Healthcare in May 202016, 64, 128 and 256 Slice CT Scanners - Assessing the Costs vs. BenefitsCost and Benefits of Various CT Scanner Slice OptionsCT scanners can be of great benefit to most healthcare providers due to their ability to capture high-resolution diagnostic images at a fast rate the scanner’s speed makes it a especially beneficial in the ER. However, CT scanners can be very expensive. They are complex machines, after all, which is why you'll want to carefully consider the different costs and benefits of the various types of CT scanners available on the Time To Buy a New CT Scan MachineThere are many different CT scanners to choose from with many different features to consider. The needs of your medical facility will help you know exactly what to look for in a CT scanner. The following are some of the important things to consider Image quality - The higher quality the images the CT scan captures are, the easier it will be to find and diagnose issues within the patient. This also means that the reverse is true-the lower quality the images are, the more difficult it may be to diagnose certain conditions, and the easier it will be to miss potential problems altogether. There are many factors that determine the image quality of a scanner, including the number of slices, the detector area coverage, the spatial resolution, and more. Patient volume - If you have a high patient volume, opt for a CT scanner with a wider area detector. Detector area coverage varies between scanners, even if they have the same number of slices. By choosing a system with a wider detector area, you'll be able to perform CT scans at a faster rate. Cardiac imaging needs - If you need a CT scanner to perform cardiac scans, a 64 slice system with a wider detector is essential to capture high-quality images while also maintaining an effective workflow. Patient safety - Although you can save money by purchasing older refurbished models, it's worth noting that newer CT scanners are capable of taking high-quality images with smaller doses of mSv. This is made possible through the use of more efficient detectors that capture photons. The use of iterative reconstructive software can also help to lower the dose while also improving image quality. Budget - If your budget was unlimited, you would obviously want to get the highest-end CT scanner available. Unfortunately, unlimited budgets are rarely the case. Beyond the initial cost of the CT scanner, you will also need to allocate a portion of your budget to the CT suite build-out as well as long-term maintenance and repair costs. You may find your choice of CT scanner is driven by budget constraints. Why Are CT Scanners So Expensive?The cost of a CT scanner is significant. This is because CT scanners are built using high-tech equipment and software. For example, CT scanners use X-Rays to capture and record images, which means that they need to use X-Ray tubes. Some X-Ray tubes cost upwards of $200,000 or more when the need to be replaced. Additionally, X-Ray tubes typically only last between 3 and 5 years depending on your patient throughput volume, eventually requiring replacement. It's why you need to budget for ongoing the spike in energy costs that will occur due to the amount of power needed to run a CT scanner, you will also need to pay for basic preventative maintenance, repairs, and replacements throughout its lifespan. On top of the initial cost of the CT scanner and the ongoing expense of maintaining it, you'll also have to pay to have the machine installed. Considering how big a CT scanner is and the specialized room it requires, the cost of installation can be quite Count Makes a DifferenceA "slice" refers to the individual tomographic or cross-sectional image that a CT scanner captures. Each slice is a 2-D image. However, CT scanners are capable of capturing multiple slices per rotation from different viewpoints of the patient. These images are combined to create a 3-D image. CT scanners come in more than 15 different slice configurations, from the basic one-slice CT scanner to the 640-slice CT Higher the Slice, the Higher the PriceThe more slices a CT scanner is capable of, the more expensive the machine will be. This is because the images it generates are much more detailed, making it easier to diagnose potentially difficult-to-identify conditions. High slice CT scanners tend to be faster as well. They cost more because they perform more work per Many Slices Do You Really Need?While, ideally, you would like to invest in a CT scanner with a high slice count, your budget may not allow for that. Fortunately, buying a CT scanner with a low slice count doesn't mean the machine itself is of low quality. In fact, many facilities do not need a high slice CT scanner. A 16-slice CT scanner can still capture high-resolution higher slice count tends to only be necessary if you have a high number of patients that need to be scanned on a daily basis since time is a factor in such cases. Higher slice count scanners are also beneficial for eliminating artifacts in cardiac imaging-but if you don't see a lot of patients with cardiac issues, you may not be able to justify the higher cost of a high slice CT scanner. Essentially, the slice count of your CT scanner should depend on what the needs of your facility CT Scanners vs. Traditional Lay DownStandard CT scanners require patients to lay down on their backs. They are then inserted through the bore into the gantry of the machine to be scanned. However, there are also CT scanners that allow the patient to simply stand or sit while being scanned. These standing CT scanners are less CT scanners are not quite as capable as some of the higher slice CT scanners, but they are smaller and use much less radiation. They are also perfect for capturing high-quality images of bone, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons as well as for seeing how foot, ankle, and knee joints respond while bearing weight. This makes standing CT scanners a great option for orthopedic ScannersAnother more affordable alternative to a regular CT scanner is a mobile scanner. Mobile CT scanners are installed in trailers that are parked outside the facility. This means that you don't have to worry about renovating existing space within your facility to accommodate your CT scanner and you won't have to pay for expensive installation costs. You will, however, need to have space available CT scanners can be a great alternative if you have multiple facilities in need of a CT scanner since you can share that scanner between facilities if they do not need daily CT scanning capabilities. You can also rent mobile CT scanners instead of purchasing them. This tends to be a lot cheaper over the short-term. However, long-term costs do add up. If you're renting a mobile CT scanner for years on end, it's eventually going to eclipse how much it would have cost to have bought a CT scanner ScannersIf you have a limited budget to work with but need a CT scanner for your facility, one option is to purchase a refurbished CT scanner. The term "refurbished" often has negative connotations; however, don't let that scare you away. It's not quite the same as buying something a CT scanner is refurbished following ISO 13485 certified quality assurance procedures, it goes through a lengthy process to ensure it is in excellent working condition before it is sold. Every component is inspected, repaired, adjusted, cleaned or replaced. The machine will be carefully cleaned, disinfected, and repainted. The system will then go through a final check in a patient simulated environment to receive a seal of refurbishing process means that a refurbished CT scanner will not be more likely to need repairs or replacements than a new CT scanner. Not only will a refurbished system be less expensive, it will come with the same type of warranty. The only real drawback is when it comes to shopping for refurbished CT scanners; you probably won't find any units that are less than a few years Do You Decide Which Machine is Right For You?As you can see, there are many things to consider when you purchase a CT scanner, but the two most important things to consider are your budget and your patient needs. Take into account both the initial costs of the CT scanner including the CT suite build-out as well as ongoing costs, such as repair and maintenance. Then determine what the needs of your practice are to figure out what type of CT scanner you need and how high of a slice count is are you won't have an unlimited budget, which means you'll need to justify the costs of purchasing a CT scanner. If you have very basic needs and won't be using your CT scanner that often due to a limited patient need, then your facility probably doesn't need a high slice count and could potentially do just fine with a refurbished Lindsey National Sales and Marketing ManagerMXR Imaging64 Union Way, Vacaville, CA 95687