GE Medical Systems Introduces OEC FlexiView 8800; Advanced New C-arm Ideal for Surgical Imaging.Business Editors/Health Editors CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 29, 2001 GE OEC OEC Outdoor Emergency Care OEC Oxygen Evolving Complex (photosynthesis) OEC Ohio Environmental Council OEC Office of Environmental Coordination (New York, NY) OEC Oregon Employer Council Medical Systems, a subsidiary of General Electric Company (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : GE), today introduced the global launch of the OEC FlexiView (TM) 8800, a new flexible surgical C-arm based on the patented OEC 1k2 fluoroscopic Fluoroscopic (fluoroscopy) An x-ray procedure that produces immediate images and motion on a screen. The images look like those seen at airport baggage security stations. Mentioned in: Hypotonic Duodenography imaging technology. "Globally we recognized a growing need for a value-priced, basic surgical C-arm with high quality imaging - - an uncommon combination," said Ruben Berumen, President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. , GE OEC Medical Systems and General Manager Global Vascular. "Nobody else delivers what the FlexiView 8800 has - - 1k x 1k imaging resolution on this maneuverable and compact full-sized mainframe." The continuing growth of minimally invasive surgeries minimally invasive surgery Laparoscopic surgery, see there. See Laparoscopic cholecystectomy. (MIS) along with more procedures moving to smaller outpatient surgery Outpatient Surgery, also referred to as ambulatory surgery or same-day surgery, is surgery that does not require an overnight hospital stay. The term “outpatient” arises from the fact that surgery patients may go home do not need an overnight hospital centers has put a premium on size and imaging efficiencies. A small footprint and maneuverability have become essential features in crowded OR environments, second only to image quality and easy of use - - all key aspects of the new FlexiView 8800. General and orthopedic surgeons are becoming more discerning about their imaging equipment, seeking higher quality imaging in the OR. The FlexiView's unique 1000-line resolution, exclusive to OEC's C-arms, enables surgeons to see more anatomical detail more clearly. With this specially tailored system, surgeons will have the system that exactly suits their needs. The FlexiView has the same easy-to-use imaging workstation found throughout the OEC line. The simple 1k2 touchscreen workstation is intuitive and will automatically set all imaging parameters to obtain the optimum image. These imaging efficiencies help speed procedures and enhance productivity. Early clinical users of the FlexiView C-arm called it "a joy to use." From lap choles to hip pinnings and a range of basic surgical procedures Surgical procedures have long and possibly daunting names. The meaning of many surgical procedure names can often be understood if the name is broken into parts. For example in splenectomy, "ectomy" is a suffix meaning the removal of a part of the body. "Splene-" means spleen. in between, the mobility of this C-arm enables it to move from one procedure to the next quickly and with little effort. Operators can just plug the system into a 110-volt outlet, and it's ready to fluoro. The OEC FlexiView 8800 will be showcased at this year's Radiological Society of North America's annual meeting in Chicago with GE's other surgical imaging products. Included will be the gold standard OEC 9800(R), the Compact Plus 7700(TM), the MiniView(TM) 6800 for extremity imaging, and the UroView(R) 2800 for urology urology Medical specialty dealing with the urinary system and male reproductive organs. It traces its origin to medieval lithologists, itinerant healers who specialized in surgical removal of bladder stones. imaging. About GE OEC Medical Systems, Inc. GE OEC Medical Systems is a global leader in cost-effective digital imaging solutions. Its broad product line meets the growing imaging and information requirements for patient care in conventional and minimally invasive surgery, interventional procedures and emerging medical technologies designed for a variety of healthcare settings. GE OEC is a GE Medical Systems company with global headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah For ships of the United States Navy of the same name, see . Salt Lake City is the capital and the most populous city of the U.S. state of Utah. The name of the city is often shortened to Salt Lake, or its initials, S.L.C. . GE Medical Systems is a world leader in advanced medical technology and support. For more than 100 years, healthcare providers have relied on GE for high-quality technology, services and productivity solutions. For more information, visit the GE Medical Systems' web site at gemedical.com. |
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