From the November 2021 issue of HealthCare Business News magazine

technology to use since it was FDA-cleared at the end of 2019. The DDR technology uses algorithms to create a moving picture from a rapid acquisition of a series of radiographs.

Guillermo Sander, director of marketing and digital radiography for Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, said orthopedic surgeons using the technology have reported that by showing them the moving images, the patients become more compliant with therapy.

Neurosurgeons have also used the DDR technology to make sure the cervical spine is stable prior to surgery.
“In a static image, it’s hard to see if you’re not stable,” Sander said.

“DDR is gaining a lot of interest as a true diagnostic, easy-to-use tool,” Sander said.

The company is also in the process of launching a new portable X-ray system, FDA-cleared in September

The system has longer battery life and a touchscreen user interface.

The company also recently released its AeroDR Carbon line of detectors. The panels are made with light material with an antibacterial substance mixed in.

Philips
Over the past year, Philips released a product in Europe called Philips Radiology Smart Assistant. The AI technology, which is 510(k) pending, works with Philips fixed radiography and fluoroscopy systems to deliver immediate feedback to the technologists on patient positioning and image quality.

Philips is also working on the Lunit INSIGHT CXR, a server available on the hospital network to help prioritize reading lists and areas of interest starting with mobile radiography images for radiologists.

“The Lunit server makes its analysis and sends it to the PACS, assisting radiologists reading scans in prioritization (both order and where to focus), improving diagnostic performance and streamlining workflows” said Daan van Manen, general manager for diagnostic X-ray at Philips.

Lunit INSIGHT CXR is certified with CE mark and currently in preparation for U.S. FDA approval.

Rayence USA
At this year's RSNA meeting, Rayence will be showcasing their retrofit-ready fluoroscopy detectors and software. The fluoroscopy detectors will feature Super IGZO technology and new neonatal, MBS and orthopedic applications.

The company will also be showing the new series of wireless detectors that will feature a new lightweight, rugged design with easy-to-grip handles, nonskid backing and long battery life. The detectors feature the company’s GreenON technology, which gives their general radiography detectors a better dose performance for patient safety.

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