Siemens is also showcasing new functions to its syngo Embolization Guidance imaging software to facilitate the minimally invasive embolization of tumors. An updated version of the software aids with treatment planning based on pre-intervention MR images and delivery, and allows the user to monitor treatment outcomes. Syngo Embolization Guidance can accelerate interventional procedures, helping to reduce contrast medium and dose.

Computed Tomography
The ability to deliver outstanding images at low dose is central to innovations developed by Siemens CT. The groundbreaking technologies, which will be on display at RSNA '11, are designed with patient care in mind to help healthcare professionals perform CT examinations faster, safer and more efficiently. For example, the SOMATOM Definition Flash can perform pediatric examinations without the need for sedation and cardiac imaging without the need for beta-blockers. Additionally, FAST CARE - a technology platform for CT scanners - helps hospital staff perform CT examinations faster and more efficiently, while enabling doctors to keep the patient dose as low as possible.
With the SOMATOM line of Siemens CT scanners, patients benefit from lower radiation dose and shorter examination times because the system automates many operating procedures, suggests parameter settings for image quality and dose reduction, and standardizes processes, which makes results readily reproducible.

Healthcare Policy and Clinical Affairs
At this year's RSNA, the Siemens Healthcare Policy and Clinical Affairs department will share information on "Preparing for Tomorrow's Healthcare," detailing ways in which health care entities can deliver better, more cost-effective patient care. The booth presentation will examine future trends in healthcare, provide an overview of imaging reimbursement, chart global imaging trends, examine public perception vs. reality in U.S. imaging, and describe the ways in which Siemens will lead the way in the coming diagnostic revolution.

Imaging IT
syngo®.via¹ means efficiency and ease of use in advanced visualization, anywhere.²It automatically preselects the information and workflow, and provides insightful guidance on disease-specific requirements. Now at RSNA '11, unleash syngo.via's full potential with its latest version, which enables more than double the applications. Thousands of new features and improvements open up a broad range of clinical fields and new use cases, making syngo.via a one-of-a-kind solution. With syngo.via Mobile Applications, physicians and referrers within and outside the hospital can securely access images and reports for viewing in a standard Web browser or on an Apple® mobile device.3

More HCB News