Toshiba Introduces Its Latest High-Resolution Vascular Imaging Technology for the Infinix i-series.Health/Medical Writers TUSTIN, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 10, 2004 Simultaneous 3-D Imaging of Vascular and Bone Structures Optimize Neurovascular Disease Diagnosis and Surgical Planning Toshiba America Medical Systems (TAMS) today introduced a new version of three-dimensional vascular imaging technology for its Infinix(TM) i-series line of vascular X-ray systems. Developed in conjunction with leading neuroradiologists at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, located in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, is a highly regarded medical school and biomedical research institute in the United States. , Toshiba improves upon the previous three-dimensional digital subtraction angiography digital sub·trac·tion angiography n. A computer-assisted x-ray technique that subtracts images of bone and soft tissue to permit viewing of the cardiovascular system. (3D-DSA) technology of its Infinix i-series with a new three-dimensional fusion digital subtraction angiography (3D-FDSA) technology. The new technology illustrates both intracranial intracranial /in·tra·cra·ni·al/ (-kra´ne-al) within the cranium. in·tra·cra·ni·al adj. Within the cranium. vascular anomalies and detailed anatomic correlation with surrounding bone structures. With this information, the best therapy for the patient can be determined. "The introduction of the 3D-FDSA technology demonstrates Toshiba's commitment to improve the clinical application of the Infinix angiography angiography or arteriography X-ray examination of arteries and veins with a contrast medium to differentiate them from surrounding organs. The contrast medium is introduced through a catheter to show the blood vessels and the structures they supply, including platform," said Don Volz, director, Vascular X-ray Business Unit, Toshiba America Medical Systems. "Co-developed by Toshiba scientists, Dr. Philippe Gailloud and Dr. Kieran Murphy Kieran Murphy may refer to:
neu·ro·ra·di·ol·o·gy n. 1. The branch of radiology that deals with the nervous system. department, 3D-FDSA will undoubtedly become the standard in high-resolution vascular imaging and in the detection of neurovascular diseases." 3D-FDSA Improves Neurovascular Imaging 3D-FDSA is Toshiba's latest addition to high-resolution vascular imaging. While the previous 3D-DSA technology enhanced the accuracy of DSA (1) (Directory Server Agent) An X.500 program that looks up the address of a recipient in a Directory Information Base (DIB), also known as white pages. It accepts requests from the Directory User Agent (DUA) counterpart in the workstation. for the diagnosis of intracranial vascular anomalies, detailed anatomic information of surrounding bone structures was not provided. Toshiba's 3D-FDSA is a new algorithm for rotational angiography that combines separate reconstructions of blood vessels Blood vessels Tubular channels for blood transport, of which there are three principal types: arteries, capillaries, and veins. Only the larger arteries and veins in the body bear distinct names. and bone structures in a single three-dimensional representation. The fusion of 3D-DSA and 3-D bone images produces a high-resolution 3D-FDSA image that accurately depicts fine anatomic structures and topographic relationships. This combination, unique to Toshiba's algorithm, is the most detailed method presently available for the evaluation of vascular structures and their environment. As a result, the quality and safety of patient care are improved with the information provided by the 3D-FDSA imaging technique. Physicians now have more anatomic details to accurately diagnose neurovascular diseases and assist in the planning of interventional and neurosurgical procedures involving vascular lesions. Detailed clinical information about Toshiba's 3D-FDSA will soon be published in the American Journal of Neuroradiology in a research paper entitled, "Three-Dimensional Digital Subtraction Angiography with Bone Fusion (3D-FDSA): A New Technique for Simultaneous Imaging of Vascular and Osseous osseous /os·se·ous/ (os´e-us) of the nature or quality of bone; bony. os·se·ous adj. Composed of, containing, or resembling bone; bony. Structures," by Philippe Gailloud, M.D., Satoru Oishi, Ph.D., and Kieran J. Murphy, M.D. About the Infinix i-series Toshiba's Infinix i-series vascular systems include single-plane, bi-plane and dual-plane configurations designed with advanced technologies that deliver fast and accurate diagnostic and interventional exams. For more information about the Infinix i-series, TAMS and its wide range of medical imaging products, visit our Web site at www.medical.toshiba.com. About Toshiba With headquarters in Tustin, Toshiba America Medical Systems markets, sells, distributes and services diagnostic imaging systems, coordinates clinical diagnostic imaging research and has responsibility for research and development for all modalities in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . Toshiba Medical Systems Corp., an independent group company of Toshiba Corp. is a world leader in the development of medical imaging equipment, with a product line-up that includes CT, MRI 1. (application) MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging. 2. MRI - Measurement Requirements and Interface. , nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and both conventional and vascular X-ray systems. Toshiba Corp. is a leader in information and communications systems, electronic components, consumer products and power systems. Toshiba has 166,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of over $47 billion. Note to Editors: Infinix(TM) is a trademark of Toshiba Medical Systems Corp. |
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