SmartCT
3D visualization and measurement solution
SmartCT
3D visualization and measurement solution
The SmartCT solution enriches our outstanding 3D interventional tools with clear guidance, designed to remove barriers to acquiring 3D images in the interventional lab. It simplifies 3D acquisition to empower all clinical users to easily perform 3D imaging, regardless of their experience[1]. Once acquired, 3D images are automatically displayed within seconds on the touch screen module in the corresponding rendering mode. On the same touch screen, the user can easily control and interact with advanced 3D visualizations and measurement tools.
Features
SmartCT empowers you to easily adopt 3D imaging in the lab
3D imaging can enhance diagnostic accuracy[2-4], improve patient outcomes[5-7] and increase procedural efficiency in the interventional lab[8]. Despite these advantages, it can still be considered difficult to perform by many users. To take the guesswork out of 3D acquisition, SmartCT provides step-by-step guidance and visual aids during acquisition to help any clinical user easily acquire 3D images.
Acquire and interact with 3D imaging at table side
With the touch screen, you can easily acquire 3D images and interact with SmartCT tools in a natural and effortless way. Once acquired, The SmartCT viewing application automatically opens your 3D image with the correct rendering and viewing tools on the touch screen module. All tools work with the tablet’s touch screen simplicity within the sterile area.
Control advanced 3D visualization and measurement tools at table side
Using simple tablet gestures, you can carry out advanced measurements and visualizations on the touch screen at table side to study the type and extent of disease with great detail. SmartCT 3D images can help reveal information not apparent in 2D or DSA images. This additional information may change diagnosis, treatment planning or treatment delivery, supporting better patient outcome[8,9,10].
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Disclaimer
1. Evaluated with clinical users in a simulated lab environment with a total of 17 teams consisting of a physician and a radio-tech with different levels of experience.
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