# Breakthrough Creates Enhanced 3D Visualizations Philips Brilliance iCT Scanner By Ben Preiss | Published 2007-11-28 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-breakthrough-brilliance-ict-scanner-creates-enhanced-3d-visualizati References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/philips-brilliance-ict-heart-scanner/8410/) & [inventorspot](http://inventorspot.com/articles/new_scanner_takes_stunning_image_8658) Philips announcement came at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago. It unveiled the 256-slice [Brilliance iCT scanner](http://inventorspot.com/articles/new_scanner_takes_stunning_image_8658) that can capture images faster and in greater detail than ever before. "The iCT scanner (CT stands for Computed Tomography - computerized imaging by sectioning) delivers fast and detailed 3D images of the entire heart's intricate anatomy that can help doctors quickly evaluate a multitude of health problems," [Gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/philips-brilliance-ict-heart-scanner/8410)explained. "It is also able to capture complete coverage of the brain in high-quality images with exceptional acquisition speed. For greater patient safety, the scanner features Philips Essence technology, consisting of new X-ray tubes, detectors and reconstruction design elements that have reduced radiation doses by up to 80 percent according to Philips." Check out these other Philips innovations featured recently: ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Enhanced Medical Imaging:** The development of the Brilliance iCT scanner and the use of Essence technology have created opportunities for enhanced medical imaging solutions. - **Faster and More Detailed CT Scans:** The Brilliance iCT scanner has created opportunities for faster and more detailed CT scans, allowing doctors to quickly evaluate a range of health problems. - **Reduced Radiation Doses:** The use of the Philips Essence technology in the iCT scanner has created opportunities for reduced radiation doses for patients undergoing CT scans. ### Who This Affects Most - **Medical Imaging:** The development of the Brilliance iCT scanner and Essence technology has created opportunities for innovation and growth in the medical imaging industry. - **Healthcare:** The faster and more detailed CT scans provided by the Brilliance iCT scanner have created opportunities for healthcare professionals to better diagnose and treat patients. - **Radiology:** The development of the Brilliance iCT scanner and Essence technology has created opportunities for innovation and growth in the radiology industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revolutionary Medical Imaging Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-imaging-systems.md) - [Cutting-Edge Portable X-Ray Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-xray.md) - [AI-Powered 3D Mammography Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pristina-recon-dl.md) - [Deep-Learning Image Reconstruction Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/image-reconstruction.md) - [Portable Brain Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mwi-brain-scanner.md) - [Portable Medical Imaging Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drx-rise.md) - [Innovation Itraoral Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/align-technology-itero.md) - [Brain Tumor-Focused Mri Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-tumor.md) - [Breast Cancer AI Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ge-healthcare-1.md)