CHICAGO, Nov. 27 — Carestream Health showcased its innovative CS 9300 System, a high-quality cone beam CT (CBCT) and true panoramic imaging system for ENT and dental indications for attendees at the Radiological Society of North America’s annual conference. An optional cephalometric module was also demonstrated.
Entering the market at a lower cost than a conventional CT unit, the CS 9300 is an affordable way for radiology facilities to expand their ENT and dental services and increase productivity. The system can be used for a variety of ENT and dental applications – including sinus and temporal bone; maxillofacial; dental implantology; oral surgery; orthodontics; periodontics; and endodontics. The CS 9300 also offers a cost-effective way to offload ENT and dental CT exams from capacity-constrained, conventional CT units.
The system offers seven selectable CBCT fields of view ranging from 5 cm x 5 cm to 17 cm x 13.5 cm, limiting radiation exposure to the precise region of interest. Delivering up to 94 percent less radiation dose than conventional CT units and up to 84 percent less radiation dose than low-dose CT units, the CS 9300 enables practitioners to adhere to the ALARA* principle, an especially important consideration for pediatric patients and adult patients requiring multiple scans.
With the CS 9300‘s range of CBCT image resolutions (0.09 to 0.5 mm isotropic voxels), the maximum resolution is much higher than conventional CT, making it ideal for visualizing fine bony structures in the middle ear and radicular (root) structures. Additionally, the system’s fast scan times (as low as 12 seconds) – as well as ear, chin and forehead positioners – promotes optimal image quality and lowers the risk of retakes due to patient movement.
*As Low As Reasonably Achievable.
The CS 9300 delivers high-quality, panoramic images due to its variable focal trough technology that adapts to different patient morphologies. The optional, one-shot cephalometric
module captures images in less than a second and delivers best-in-class image quality, a one-of-a-kind 30 cm x 30 cm full skull exam and automatic cephalometric landmarking software, further
enhancing radiology and referring dentist workflows. Radiology productivity is further improved with the elimination of film processing and cassette handling associated with analog and CR panoramic and cephalometric systems.
“With its three imaging modalities – panoramic, CBCT and cephalometric – the CS 9300 redefines clinicians’ expectations of versatility,” said Karen Ruckman, Global Director, Growth Initiatives, Carestream Health. “The 3-in-1 nature of the CS 9300 was specifically designed to allow radiologists to expand their dental and ENT imaging services, and increase CT exam capacity at a lower cost and radiation dose as compared with conventional CT devices.”
In terms of aesthetics, the CS 9300 features an upright, compact design that allows easy integration and the open system makes exams comfortable for patients. Patients of all sizes can be accommodated, including those who use wheelchairs, as patients can be imaged in either the standing or sitting position. Users also will appreciate the multiple, pre-set programs that minimize operator time needed to prepare for an exam.
The system supports DICOM 3.0 protocols, ensuring compatibility with PACS, RIS and printing systems. Radiologists can use the included intuitive viewing software that is configurable to user type or continue to use their preferred viewing software. The system is compatible with most image-guided surgery systems. The system is also compatible with SureSmile, NobelGuide™ and Simplant® dental systems.
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