March 1, 2017 -- Siemens Healthcare has received Health Canada approval for the Biograph Horizon™2 positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) system, which offers premium performance at an attractive total cost of ownership. The system leverages proven PET/CT technology to help providers address more clinical indications in oncology, neurology, and cardiology, while also introducing new efficiencies and cost savings.
The Biograph Horizon enables clinicians to serve a broader mix of patients and expand into new service lines without compromising on quality due to budget restraints. Helping physicians visualize smaller lesions early, the system’s 4 mm LSO crystals scintillate faster and have a higher light output than BGO crystals,3 resulting in high resolution and better image quality, and enabling Time-of-Flight acquisition.4 Biograph Horizon’s capabilities are valuable for many indications, such as lung cancer – the most common PET/CT indication, at 29 percent of the total exam mix.5 As more than half of lung cancer patients are diagnosed at a late stage6 and have an increased likelihood of distant metastasis, more detailed patient data can help clinicians more accurately stage disease and evaluate therapy response, contributing to more effective care pathways.

As the smallest1 PET/CT system with the lowest1 power requirements, Biograph Horizon minimizes the initial capital investment and is a smart choice for institutions looking to replace their current PET/CT scanner, as the system will fit into virtually any existing PET/CT exam room. Biograph Horizon offers low operating and maintenance costs to help manage the total cost of ownership, with automated technologies such as gentle system warm-up and automatic standby that extend the system’s economic life in addition to reducing power consumption. And Siemens’ Guardian Program™ predicts system issues before they occur, lowering costs related to unplanned downtime by 43 percent.7


“At a time when there is a demand to drive down cost while enhancing productivity, Siemens Healthineers is well placed to support with technology capable of improving care pathways and maximizing investments. The Biograph Horizon provides a cost-effective PET/CT imaging solution that does not compromise on quality. As our smallest PET/CT system, it offers low power requirements and a small footprint to ensure reduced operating and maintenance costs, with the flexibility to meet expanding clinical needs,” commented Guy Cimon, Business Line Manager, Molecular Imaging, Siemens Healthineers Canada. “

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