CT scanners have been around for years, but the images captured are often blurry unless a patient is completely still. In fact, as the British Journal of Radiology reports “almost two-thirds of patients referred to cardiac CT today were found to have high heart rates. Some are turned away from being scanned.” GE’s Revolution CT gets rid of this problem by being able to take a CT scan within seconds, or about the time of one heartbeat.
The scanner was introduced at the 99th annual Radiological Association of North America, which is set to truly be revolutionary because it provides quick, accurate scans with less radiation. The CT scanner is set to be able to read even the most challenging of patients and be suitable for a wide range of clinical specialities.
What's Driving This Trend
- Faster CT Scanning
- The introduction of GE's Revolution CT scanner creates an opportunity for medical facilities to provide more efficient and reliable diagnostic resolutions.
- Improved Medical Imaging
- The Revolution CT scanner's technology presents the opportunity for companies to develop more advanced medical imaging equipment.
- Reduced Radiation Exposure
- GE's Revolution CT scanner being able to provide accurate scans with less radiation creates an opportunity to minimize radiation exposure for patients.
Who This Affects Most
- Healthcare
- The healthcare industry can leverage the use of GE's Revolution CT scanner to improve patient care and clinical outcomes.
- Medical Technology
- The development of new medical imaging technology presents an opportunity for medical technology companies to innovate the industry with more advanced products.
- Radiology
- The introduction of the Revolution CT scanner's technology presents opportunities for radiology professionals to make more accurate diagnostic resolutions in less time.
