SEATTLE, Wash. -- Siemens Medical Solutions showcased syngo(R) BLADE, the newest Tim(R) (Total imaging matrix) technology-powered magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) software, at the recent International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM)in Seattle. Capable of robust imaging in neurological and orthopedic procedures even in cases of severe movement, syngo BLADE motion correction application enables facilities to increase patient throughput and decrease costs. Siemens' Tim-powered syngo applications, including BLADE, have continually helped to offer the newest innovations in patient care and disease management.

Ideal for pediatric* and difficult-to-manage patients in neurological and orthopedic imaging, syngo BLADE is not affected by flow and motion. By continuously acquiring low resolution images, this application measures and corrects any motion, providing clear images. With BLADE's low sensitivity to movement, medical professionals can focus on reducing sedation rates in pediatric and anxious patients, increasing time efficiency. This application is available on all Tim systems, including the MAGNETOM Avanto(R), MAGNETOM Symphony(R), MAGNETOM Espree(TM) and MAGNETOM Trio(R).

"syngo BLADE provides a real-time answer to pediatric and difficult patients by reducing the need for sedation while increasing the ability to acquire high resolution imaging on the first scan, regardless of circumstances or movement," said Nancy Gillen, vice president, MRI Division, Siemens Medical Solutions. "Siemens' Tim-powered syngo applications are continually improving healthcare by helping medical professionals detect and diagnose disease states earlier, offering more treatment options, and increasing workflow and efficiency."
Innovative Applications

Focusing on the powerful combination of Tim technology and syngo applications, Siemens' MRI leads the industry in advancements that enable medical professionals to improve the delivery of healthcare - from spinal to breast imaging and body diffusion techniques to remote assistance. The Tim-powered suite of syngo applications also includes:

-- syngo BEAT - combining the necessary tools to enable healthcare professionals to diagnose cardiac disease, allowing professionals to change parameters with a click of the mouse - from 2D to 3D, breath-hold to free-breathing, and morphology to functional or tissue characterization. These features allow syngo BEAT to adapt to bariatric and pediatric patients, as well as to those who have arrhythmia or shortness of breath, or who are difficult to manage, increasing patient comfort and confidence.

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