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A D V A N C E D
I M A G I N G
Will Chestnut, RT
IN ACTION The features and
the future possibilities of 3D mean
better visualization and more
precise hardware placement.
Make the most of improved image rendering with
these tips.
Will Chestnut, RT | Macon, Ga.
I
have to admit, when we had vendors come in and demonstrate
the capabilities of 3D C-arms before we bought our unit about 2
years ago, I was a bit overwhelmed by the cool factor. The 3D
spin and the quality of the image wowed the radiologic technologists
and surgeons in our facility.
Our hospital needed a new C-arm, and many of our state grants rely
on our advancing with technology. So we decided to have a look at 3D
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