Sensible Solutions for Refurbished Radiology

Phillips has acquired Air Force-developed software that lets medics monitor multiple casualties in the field with a smartphone or tablet interface.  The technology, which was developed by the 711^th Human Performance Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base gets

It’s an exciting time for medical imaging technology, with new products being introduced almost weekly! The two latest advancements are in cardiac computed tomography angiography (CCTA) imaging

Sometimes it’s great to review the basics of Magnetic Resonance Imaging; how they work, what they cost, how they’re maintained and even how they are installed. Let’s take a closer look at Gradient Coils in MRI scanners.

Have you ever wondered what your C-Arm has gone through to become the beautifully refurbished system in your facility? Sure, you know that somebody else owned your system at some point and it was refurbished and shipped to you. But that’s not very specific. If we try and remember way back to

MRI imaging provides excellent soft-tissue delineation in different areas of interest. But the images are only as good as the coils and  MRI equipment to create the images. That’s why it’s vital that image providers take care of coils and keep them working correctly.

When you own a C-Arm, you can expect that there will be a certain level of service and maintenance that is needed over time. It just comes with the territory of owning any piece of machinery, but especially equipment whose intended purpose is for use on humans (and animals) for medical procedures.

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According to a recent study at Henry Ford Hospital, the use of 3-D imaging resulted in a 100% success rate in left atrial appendage occlusion procedures.  There was also a 0% complication rate compared to a national average of 16.3% in previous clinical trials using 2D imaging. 

So it’s time to upgrade your medical imaging equipment.  Good for you!  New or refurbished medical imaging equipment can help improve your operations, expand your business and increase profitability. Plus, you’ll be able to meet and even exceed the expectations of your patients and physicians, and there’s nothing better than satisfied customers!

Lets face it.  CT Scanners aren’t cheap.  And x-ray tubes are a big part of the expense.  So it’s wise to get every single bit out of your x-ray tube before you replace one.  However, how you know when to change it can be confusing, because different manufacturers have different ways of measuring it.  Here are a few tips to make it easier for you to know when to hang on to a tube and when to replace it.