MR Array Designed for Imaging the Orbit and Mandible
By MedImaging International staff writers Posted on 15 Apr 2014 |
Image: ScanMed’s magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) orbit and mandible array (Photo courtesy of ScanMed).
A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) orbit and mandible array provides high-resolution images of orbits as well as anatomies within the area of the mandible—two areas in which MRI is demonstrating increasing clinical utility.
The easy to position, semi-flexible design fits comfortably over the patient’s eyes or jaw and is strapped into place using a restraint strap and optional positioning pad.
This phased array coil can be configured to work on four, eight or higher channel count systems. The design uniquely offers improved signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) needed for more aggressive protocols, including strabismus studies. Designed to interface with an orbit targeting system, this device provides a fiberoptic-illuminated target on which the patient focuses as directed/controlled by the MRI technologist.
“My patients, medical group and I have been fortunate to early adopt ScanMed’s [Omaha, NE, USA] innovative and well-designed orbit and mandible array,” stated Dr. Omandi Nyong'o, of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation (CA, USA). “Our experience exceeded expectations, with engaged, knowledgeable scientists and engineers from ScanMed providing individualized and accurate testing and installment of this coil into our workflow. As a result, I have been able to provide my patients with a very high standard of diagnostic and surgical ophthalmic care with precision magnetic resonance imaging. Prior to ScanMed's coil, with standard imaging it was impossible to attain adequate detail of structures within the orbit. I am delighted that my patients, especially with more complex orbital disease, have directly benefited from better diagnostic and therapeutic surgical care.”
ScanMed presented their new coil technology at the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) annual meeting in Palm Springs (CA, USA), from April 2–6, 2014.
ScanMed develops MRI coils as well as providing manufacturing, repair, refurbishment, and online coil commerce services.
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The easy to position, semi-flexible design fits comfortably over the patient’s eyes or jaw and is strapped into place using a restraint strap and optional positioning pad.
This phased array coil can be configured to work on four, eight or higher channel count systems. The design uniquely offers improved signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) needed for more aggressive protocols, including strabismus studies. Designed to interface with an orbit targeting system, this device provides a fiberoptic-illuminated target on which the patient focuses as directed/controlled by the MRI technologist.
“My patients, medical group and I have been fortunate to early adopt ScanMed’s [Omaha, NE, USA] innovative and well-designed orbit and mandible array,” stated Dr. Omandi Nyong'o, of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation (CA, USA). “Our experience exceeded expectations, with engaged, knowledgeable scientists and engineers from ScanMed providing individualized and accurate testing and installment of this coil into our workflow. As a result, I have been able to provide my patients with a very high standard of diagnostic and surgical ophthalmic care with precision magnetic resonance imaging. Prior to ScanMed's coil, with standard imaging it was impossible to attain adequate detail of structures within the orbit. I am delighted that my patients, especially with more complex orbital disease, have directly benefited from better diagnostic and therapeutic surgical care.”
ScanMed presented their new coil technology at the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) annual meeting in Palm Springs (CA, USA), from April 2–6, 2014.
ScanMed develops MRI coils as well as providing manufacturing, repair, refurbishment, and online coil commerce services.
Related Links:
ScanMed
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