The Kitten Scanner

The Philips Kitten Scan is a miniature CT (or CAT) scanner for children - no, not to be scanned in it, but for them to use while awaiting checkups themselves.

At the touch of a button children can ‘scan’ their own stuffed toys, or those kept for their entertainment, and learn how a scanner works, hopefully easing any anxiety about their own scans.

01.05.2006

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