The MRI Isocentric Volume Insert features an isocentrically- placed target of known volume which allows for integrated testing of CT and MR imaging, image fusion and treatment planning.

Used in combination with available dosimetric inserts for treatment delivery verification, the Lucy Phantom aims to be a complete end-to-end QA system for your SRS program

The MIMI (Multiple Image Modality Isocentricity) Phantom is designed to provide a fast and easy method for determining the coincidence of the isocenters described by the laser system, treatment beam, kV/CBCT imaging system and optical positioning systems. Rods are set at 45 degree angles and run through the phantom for quick and accurate 2D/2D and 3D/3D matching, aiming to provide confidence in the mechanical integrity of your entire system.

Based on the technology behind the Standard Imaging’s MAX 4000 Electrometer, the SuperMAX is a two independent channel electrometer with an advanced, color TFT touch screen interface. SuperMAX can display dose and dose rate in real-time with a built-in chamber library for storing over 100 unique calibration factors. Independently select range, bias (up to ± 1000 V), and a calibration factor for each channel while performing automatic threshold detected charge collections and more. When finished save your measurement data to a USB flash drive for analysis.

Standard Imaging’s MAX 4000 Electrometer now features an increased range, 0.001 pA to 500 nA, with a resolution of 1 fA. Bias options also grow with new support for 1/3 ratio measurements, featuring a selection of ± 150, 300, and 450 V.

Rounding out the update is a new backlit display for enhanced visibility and with advanced rate and charge collection options built-in to the included MAX COMM Software, the MAX 4000 is aimed for external beam, brachytherapy, and research applications.

Standard Imaging’s IMSure QA Software performs secondary checks of treatment planning system plans utilizing the patented 3-source algorithm from Stanford University.

Carestream Health Inc. introduced a wireless DR detector, CARESTREAM DRX-1, a work-in-progress which is the size of a standard cassette and can be used with existing wall stand or table-based Buckys designed for use in general radiology, trauma, pediatric imaging, orthopaedics and more.

August 29, 2008 - CMS Inc., an Elekta Co., reported today that three sites have delivered clinical treatments utilizing its Monaco next-generation intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) treatment planning system.

Allegheny General Hospital (Pittsburgh, PA), Erasmus Medical Center (Rotterdam, Netherlands) and Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital (Milwaukee, WI) have all begun producing treatment plans with the application.

August 29, 2008 - Truman Medical Centers (TMC) became one of the first hospitals in the U.S. to install the Siemens SOMATOM Definition AS 128-slice CT scanner this week. The 128-slice CT scanner is a highly adaptive scanner, providing exceptional image quality with minimal radiation exposure to the patient.

The Siemens SOMATOM Definition AS 128-slice CT scanner was recently approved by the FDA, and developed with adaptive dose shielding technology that reportedly eliminates unnecessary radiation exposure to the patient through the pre and post scan range.

The TheraView electronic portal imaging device (EPID) is an Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT) cancer treatment verification system, designed by Cablon Medical in the Netherlands. The foundation of the TheraView Electronic Portal Imaging System is based on verification, accuracy and flexibility. By bringing radiotherapy images live and on-line, the TheraView EPID reportedly provides radiation oncologists and therapists with a more precise, effective alternative to time-consuming and inconvenient port film.

August 28, 2008 — Less than a year into the process, RamSoft has successfully helped PresGar, the nation’s largest privately owned medical imaging service company, establish a significant digital mammography presence at eight of its imaging centers.

The result has been increased efficiency among PresGar mammographers and technologists and savings for the company, according to RamSoft. If things go as planned, a ninth center may soon join the mix, combining RamSoft’s PowerServer PACS and Gateway Routers with PresGar’s new digital mammography system.

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