Considerable advances in diagnostic imaging are occurring at a rapid pace. Technological advances are making new techniques possible, leading to earlier diagnosis of disease, often in an adequate amount of time to make a difference in treatment and outcome. With the explosion of leading edge imaging technology, this section of our site is designed to keep you informed of the latest news in imaging technology.
Open Bore MR
With the Siemens Espree, we have the revolutionary combination of a powerful
performing 1.5T magnet with a very wide 70 cm bore and very short 125 cm
magnet. This open bore scanner fills an important gap for the claustrophobic
and large patients. This unique technology means faster, more precise results,
no patient repositioning and shorter exam times. The open bore offers CT-like
comfort with the true 1.5T high-field power. So it’s head-out and feet
first for most exams.
Digital Mammography
Our full field digital mammography system revolutionizes breast care
and helps physicians detect and diagnose breast cancer patients more accurately.
This technology offers diagnostic advantages in the industry such as superior
image quality, enhanced ease of use, and patient comfort. Digital mammography
allows for decreased radiation exposure and less anxiety for the patient.
Screening mammograms can be read instantly and converted to diagnostic as
necessary, while the patient is still in the office.
Advantages of Digital Mammography
- Faster exams
- More accurate detection of breast cancers
- Lower radiation dose
- Computer-aided detection (CAD) obtains a second, computerized reading
- Computerized mammograms may be archived in various ways, easily retrieved, and copied exactly
CT Angiography
CT angiography (CTA) is an examination that uses x-rays to visualize blood flow
in arterial and venous vessels throughout the body, from arteries serving the
brain to those bringing blood to the lungs, kidneys, and arms and legs. CT combines
the use of x-rays with computerized analysis of the images. Beams of x-rays
are passed from a rotating device through the area of interest in the patient's
body from several different angles to create cross-sectional images, which then
are assembled by computer into a three-dimensional picture of the area being
studied. Compared to catheter angiography, which involves placing a sizable
catheter and injecting contrast material into a large artery or vein, CTA is
a much less invasive and more patient-friendly procedure—contrast material
is injected into a small peripheral vein by using a small needle or catheter.
This type of exam has been used to screen large numbers of individuals for arterial
disease. Most patients undergo CT angiography without being admitted to a hospital.
