An in-house C-arm is essential for any doctor, clinic, lab, hospital, sports facility, or surgical center. However, with so many options in the marketplace, it might take time to determine which c arm is best for your practice. When shopping for a mobile C-arm, it is essential to consider some factors.
Image Quality
An excellent mini C-arm should produce clear, high-resolution images for various surgical applications. Whether setting pedicle screws or inserting a pacemaker lead, you want your C-arm to provide the images that allow you to complete the procedure successfully. Look for a system with a flat detector, like Orthoscan FD. This design improves image quality and reduces radiation exposure compared to older Image Intensifier systems. In addition, a flat detector offers better reliability and less geometric distortion than traditional C-arms. It can also help reduce imaging costs by allowing you to operate at lower skin entry doses.
Flexibility
The system’s lightweight c-arm and flat detector are built for comfortable patient positioning and convenient mobility. This flexible and ergonomic machine also offers superior image quality to other mini c-arms with an image intensifier. Its intuitive 24-inch HD touchscreen monitor and multiple save options allow for effortless data management. In addition, it includes a streamlined keyboard and reduced top casting to speed up imaging for busy practices. A wireless footswitch and thermal printer are additional convenient features. This advanced mobile c-arm can be used in orthopedic clinics, surgery centers, and other healthcare facilities.
Dose Efficiency
The mini C-arm form factor allows medical professionals to maximize imaging performance while minimizing radiation exposure. This helps protect AND staff, surgeons, and patients from the invisible danger of overexposure. The Orthoscan FD system we linked above features the world’s first rotating 6″ x 4″ flat detector, allowing orthopedic and spine surgeons to image a more comprehensive range of extremity anatomy, including hard-to-reach angles or low table heights. Additionally, the flat detector provides better image quality through higher grayscale, reduced geometric distortion, and lower dose than monoblock systems. In addition, the FD Mini C-Arm offers multiple imaging modes based on procedure type and body part and a 24″ high-definition monitor for large, sharp images. Various settings, such as view image and low-dose rate mode, help reduce the amount of radiation a patient receives while maintaining image quality.
Mobility
The Orthoscan FD-OR features a flat detector that’s optimized for extremity anatomy. This allows for better positioning in the OR (Operating Room in this case, Orbital Rotation in the former) and reduces sterility risks. It also features surgical lights on the underside of the detector that reduce shadows, improving visibility and workflow. Other mini mobile C-arms use 3D image displays to enhance clinical decision-making during vascular procedures. They also have high-speed data transmission for faster information transfer, and both systems can remotely log in for software upgrades and hardware maintenance.
Cost
Buying any medical equipment is a significant investment, but many other factors must be considered when looking for an FD mini C-arm. For example, you must determine how much data the unit can store. This is important if you send the images directly to the picture archiving and communication system (PACS) after each case. Orthoscan mini C-arm offers an innovative approach to fluoroscopy with superior image quality and dose reduction. Its CMOS flat detector provides a larger field of view to help surgeons position patients more efficiently and reduce OR time. The system also has surgical lights on the bottom surface of the tube head to help with positioning and improve sterility. Its straightforward system and software design can help reduce distractions during procedures, making it easier for physicians to focus on patient care.
