Siemens' dual- and singlesource CTs reflect history

November 1, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Vol. 30 No. 11 Siemens' dual- and singlesource CTs reflect history Modern developments rise from foundation of technological advances BY ANDRÉ HARTUNG Mr. Hartung is vice president of CT marketing and sales for Siemens. With patients' well-being in focus and dose reduction as a top priority, Siemens over the past three decades has introduced innovations in the way CT operates and how it is used. In 2005, the company introduced the Somatom Definition dual-source CT (DSCT). Through more than 400 DSCT installations over the past three years, Siemens has redefined the clinical role of CT by doubling temporal resolution, speed, and power. This scanner eliminates the need for beta blockers to reduce heartbeat frequency during CT heart examinations. Another major benefit is the ability to perform functional as well as anatomical imaging. Using dual energy with 10 applications, all cleared by the FDA, makes visible many pathologies that could not previously be detected. In combination with syngo WebSpace, this information can be interactively and instantaneously available to any department in a hospital, as well as to external locations.

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