Towards Seamless Imaging: Unveiling the Hitachi Supria True64 CT
At the heart of healthcare organizations' concerns about effectively controlling costs lies Hitachi's technology. The Supria True64 CT scanner is the crown jewel within Hitachi's Supria family of compact solutions, offering superb image quality, reliability, and support for which Hitachi is known. With 64 channels, 40mm detector coverage, and up to 128-slice reconstruction capability, the Supria True64 provides fast scanning coverage and thin slice capabilities without compromise.
Equipped with a robust set of features and functions, Hitachi's Supria True64 CT enables lower doses and faster workflows while maintaining high-quality imaging across a wide range of clinical applications. Moreover, the Supria True64 meets and surpasses the Smart Dose Standard XR-29, ensuring safety and accuracy in all operations.
Hitachi's latest powerful iterative reconstruction technology, Intelli IP Quick, is a standard feature of the Supria True64, further optimizing the scanning process and image quality. Its compact design allows it to be easily incorporated into small spaces, occupying as little as 250 square feet, without compromising performance or capacity.
The scanning parameters of the Supria True64 are impressive and adaptable to a variety of clinical scenarios. With rotation speeds ranging from 0.75 to 2.0 seconds and fast data collection of up to 1,200 views per second, the Supria True64 offers exceptional flexibility and precision. Its minimum slice thickness of 0.625mm and a field of view ranging from 20 to 500mm ensure sharp and comprehensive details in all scans.
With a maximum scan range of 71 inches (1800mm) and up to 100 scan rotations per session, the Supria True64 is capable of capturing significant volumes of data with accuracy and efficiency. Its adjustable volume scan pitch range of 0.578 to 1.578 ensures the flexibility needed to meet the specific demands of each clinical procedure, making it an invaluable tool for healthcare professionals worldwide.
n addition to its impressive scanning capabilities, the Hitachi Supria True64 CT scanner offers a range of scan acquisition types tailored to diverse clinical needs. This includes the option for a scanogram with real-time display, allowing for both anterior-posterior (AP) and lateral views to be captured simultaneously. The scanner operates in normal scan mode using the axial mode for standard imaging procedures, while volume scan mode employs the helical mode for capturing comprehensive anatomical data. Additionally, the volume scan mode can be performed with or without orbital synchronization, enhancing versatility in imaging techniques. For dynamic assessments, the Supria True64 offers a dynamic scan mode, enabling time density analysis for in-depth evaluations of physiological processes.
The scanner is equipped with a variety of pre-programmed protocols to streamline workflow across different clinical scenarios. These include pre-programmed emergency protocols for rapid response situations, pre-programmed normal protocols for routine scans, and pre-programmed user default protocols for personalized preferences. Moreover, the Supria True64 allows for limitless user-defined, customizable protocols, empowering clinicians to tailor imaging parameters according to specific patient needs. Access controls, such as locked protocols and compliance with XR-26 standards, ensure data security and regulatory compliance.
When it comes to image quality, the Supria True64 excels with high spatial and contrast resolution. It boasts a spatial resolution of 17.2 line pairs per centimeter (lp/cm) at 0% Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) with a 50mm field of view (FOV), ensuring sharp and detailed images for precise anatomical visualization. Furthermore, its contrast resolution of 2.5mm at 0.25% and a 160mm FOV provide exceptional clarity in distinguishing subtle tissue differences, critical for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
The Hitachi Supria True64 CT scanner is complemented by an advanced Operator’s Console, designed to streamline the entire imaging process from acquisition to post-processing. Featuring a single 24-inch LCD widescreen monitor with a display resolution of 1920 x 1200, the console offers a clear and comprehensive view of all pertinent information on one screen. This setup not only enhances workflow efficiency but also promotes ease of use for operators, ensuring a seamless imaging experience.
The console boasts a fully automated, interactive software platform developed by Hitachi's software team, integrating intelligent functionalities to optimize user experience. One such feature is the quick-entry mode, strategically incorporated to minimize action steps and expedite workflow processes. This intuitive interface empowers operators to navigate through procedures with ease, significantly reducing scan times and enhancing overall productivity.
Furthermore, the Operator’s Console is equipped with pre-programmed patient demographics and protocol selection capabilities, simplifying setup procedures and ensuring accurate data collection. Complete protocol-driven scan control enables operators to execute scans with precision and consistency, while the auto-film feature automates the printing of images for convenient documentation.
To ensure uninterrupted operation, the console includes an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for both the console and image processor, safeguarding against unexpected power disruptions. Additionally, for seamless integration with contrast-enhanced imaging procedures, the console offers a direct (CAN) contrast injector interface as an optional feature, further enhancing its versatility and compatibility with a range of clinical scenarios.
In essence, the Operator’s Console of the Hitachi Supria True64 CT scanner exemplifies a commitment to user-centric design and technological innovation, providing operators with the tools they need to deliver high-quality imaging services efficiently and effectively. With its intuitive interface, advanced functionalities, and robust performance capabilities, the console serves as a cornerstone of the Supria True64's comprehensive imaging solution, setting a new standard for excellence in CT imaging systems.
