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New MRI scanner combines cutting-edge technology with reduced operating costs
Mobilett Mira Max defines the new benchmark in mobile X-ray
Somatom Definition Edge brings Dual Energy to routine CT imaging
Connect, compare, collaborate: cloud-based healthcare network teamplay
At this year's Arab Health, Siemens Healthcare showcases new offerings across its entire imaging and therapy portfolio - from a digital mobile X-ray system with interchangeable detectors to a new 1.5-tesla MRI scanner with reduced operating costs. Siemens' product portfolio supports healthcare providers around the globe to face the challenges of a transforming healthcare system. In times of shrinking budgets, Siemens' solutions are helping to provide high diagnostic confidence and efficient workflows. The innovations presented in Dubai, UAE, put equal emphasis on helping to improve patient outcome and to reduce costs.
Siemens Healthcare has expanded its portfolio of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems to include the 1.5-tesla scanner MAGNETOM Amira1. The new MRI scanner offers the same technologies that are available on the Siemens flagship MRI systems. MAGNETOM Amira also stands out against other scanners on account of its lower operating costs. One reason is the new Eco-Power technology that enables power savings of up to thirty percent in standby mode compared to when the feature is not activated. By combining high image quality with comparatively low costs per scan, MAGNETOM Amira meets the requirements of radiology practices, small and medium-sized hospitals and larger facilities that are looking for a system to complement their existing devices.
The digital mobile X-ray system Mobilett Mira Max2 has been developed for both versatile everyday use and for demanding clinical situations, where rapid image availability and high image quality are vital. Mobile X-ray systems are being used in a range of applications - from broken legs to lung examinations, from newborns to trauma patients. Advantages of mobile systems are that there is no need to transport the patient and examinations can be performed even in quite small spaces. The important factors here are intuitive operation and very high image quality. The new mobile X-ray system Mobilett Mira Max features Siemens' MAX (Multiple Advances in X-ray) functionality, defining functions that support users in their everyday work (MAX assistance) and have a positive effect on image quality (MAX detection).
With the new version of the Somatom Definition Edge, Siemens has created the basis for establishing the dual energy procedure in clinical routine. The innovative X-ray tube concept in the new CT scanner enables simultaneous imaging at two different energy levels for the first time in single source computed tomography. Thanks to a novel user- and patient-friendly measurement method, information on tissue and other material can be obtained as well as traditional morphological data, even during examinations with high contrast media dynamics. This means that more patients will benefit from the added value of dual energy imaging.
More diagnostic confidence in angiography thanks to two new applications
At Arab Health 2015 Siemens Healthcare also presents two new clinical applications for angiography. Syngo Dyna4D will now, for the first time, enable time-resolved 3D imaging in angiography, making it possible to visualize not only the three-dimensional volume of the vessels but also the flow behavior of blood. Syngo DynaCT Smart removes metal artifacts and allows the physician to e.g. detect bleedings close to metallic objects.
Helping connect healthcare experts and increasing the usage of the wealth of information behind medical imaging data - that's the goal of teamplay. This cloud-based network3 helps to connect hospitals and healthcare experts to provide them with the ability to exchange data and pool their knowledge. Within hospitals, teamplay makes it possible to evaluate the extensive amount of information generated by imaging devices - e.g. scanner capacity utilization, examination times or radiation doses - and to compare the numbers against in-house and third-party reference values. This means imaging devices can be analyzed in close to real time and their operation optimized based on the results, right down to individual device level. Because teamplay runs on tablets, laptops and desktop PCs, members of the network have flexible access to the information, subject to the appropriate authorization and security measures.
New SPECT system scans virtually every patient4 and minimizes costs
The Symbia Evo Excel SPECT5 system is a new version of the proven Symbia E. Symbia Evo Excel combines industry-leading SPECT image resolution and detector sensitivity with the smallest room size requirement in its class6. Designed to fit into almost any existing nuclear medicine exam room, Symbia Evo Excel virtually eliminates costs associated with room renovation and expansion. With a high-capacity patient bed, larger bore size compared to previous systems and highly flexible detectors, the system is optimized for obese or critically ill patients and increases the variety of applications a healthcare institution can offer.
At Arab Health 2015 Siemens furthermore showcases its latest innovations in ultrasound: The new version of Siemens' premium cardiovascular ultrasound imaging system Acuson SC2000 Prime edition now features live volume 3D transesophageal echo (TEE) imaging. The new release for cardiovascular imaging is the first to offer live full-volume color Doppler imaging of heart valve anatomy and blood-flow using the new Z6Ms true volume TEE probe. With this technology, physicians can obtain a more anatomically accurate view of the heart and dynamic blood flow in one view during interventional valve procedures, even in patients with ECG abnormalities.
Reliability and performance for general imaging demands in ultrasound
For a broad range of clinical specialties at an excellent price/performance ratio, Siemens shows the new Acuson X600 ultrasound system, ideal for obstetrics and gynecology. This latest addition to the Acuson X Family of mid-range ultrasound systems enhances image quality, reliability and performance in its price class. Engineered on robust system architecture, the Acuson X600 system is an affordable ultrasound solution with advanced, state-of-the-art technologies and workflow efficiencies migrated from premium systems.
The products/features (here mentioned) are not commercially available in all countries. Due to regulatory reasons their future availability cannot be guaranteed. Further details are available from the local Siemens organizations.
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Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a global technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality for more than 165 years. The company is active in more than 200 countries, focusing on the areas of electrification, automation and digitalization. One of the world's largest producers of energy-efficient, resource-saving technologies, Siemens is No. 1 in offshore wind turbine construction, a leading supplier of combined cycle turbines for power generation, a major provider of power transmission solutions and a pioneer in infrastructure solutions as well as automation, drive and software solutions for industry. The company is also a leading provider of medical imaging equipment - such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging systems - and a leader in laboratory diagnostics as well as clinical IT. In fiscal 2014, which ended on September 30, 2014, Siemens generated revenue from continuing operations of €71.9 billion and net income of €5.5 billion. At the end of September 2014, the company had around 357,000 employees worldwide. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.
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