Naples centre expands on CT and MRI diagnostic equipment

In collaboration with with diagnostic and therapy service provider Fora, advanced imaging solutions company United Imaging has provided the Diagnostica e Terapia Centro Aktis in Marano di Napoli with new CT and MRI scanners.

The Aktis Center in Marano di Napoli is a comprehensive diagnostic and treatment center specializing in radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation therapy in Naples, Italy. Its integration of leading-edge imaging technologies and medical expertise enables precise diagnostics and advanced treatments, making it a leading healthcare provider for Naples and the wider Campania region. In line with its dedication to providing top-quality care, the center has carefully selected advanced imaging modalities to enhance its diagnostic capabilities further. Among these are the uCT 820, uCT 960+, and uMR 680 systems from United Imaging, each tailored to meet the center’s high standards of care.

The uCT 960+ is United Imaging’s flagship 640-slice CT scanner, designed to deliver a new standard in the field of computed tomography. In order to ensure comfort and accessibility for patients of varying body types and sizes, it features an ultra-wide 82 cm bore with a table weight capacity of up to 318 kg. A special focus has been placed on the image quality of this system, the company reports. With a 16 cm wide Z-detector and 0.5 mm detector acquisition, it provides high-resolution imaging across various anatomical areas, significantly enhancing diagnostic capabilities. Moreover, the 0.25s rotation speed ensures superior temporal resolution, with advanced reconstruction technology reducing cone beam artifacts. The result is improved clarity and minimized potential for diagnostic errors.

Designed for versatility, uCT 960+ is equipped with a suite of supportive applications for cardiology, oncology, and emergency medicine. Whether capturing low-dose, high-quality cardiac imaging in a single heartbeat or performing dynamic perfusion scans with up to 40 cm of Z-coverage using a variable pitch helix for comprehensive tissue perfusion assessment, the uCT 960+ is bound to excel in any clinical scenario.

The uCT 820 is an 82 cm wide bore comprehensive diagnostic tool that meets the demanding requirements of high-volume treatment centers. With a rapid 0.25s rotation speed and an equivalent 30 MHU heat capacity attributable to the liquid-metal bearing technology, the system is designed to perform any scan at a moment's notice. Along with reliability, uCT 820 ensures exceptional image quality. The 0.5mm Detector Pixel Size and the 1024x1024 Reconstruction Matrix deliver a high signal-to-noise ratio, enabling precise localization of fine anatomical details and small lesions. Moreover, the through-silicon-via (TSV) technology significantly enhances Z-Detector performance by effectively reducing electronic noise.

Built to support physicians during the most demanding cases, uCT 820 leverages AI-based solutions, such as uAI Vision, which allows streamlined and standardized isocentric positioning for each exam, as well as a range of dedicated applications for stroke, cardiology, and oncology imaging.

Designed with a 70cm wide bore, the uMR 680 cates to the demands of high-output treatment centers. The manufacturer highlights the systems gradient performance—45 mT/m and 200 T/m/s—and magnetic field homogeneity, and their contribution to image quality. These capabilities are further enhanced by the uCS 2.0 Platform, which applies compressed sensing in clinical workflows, enabling faster and more accurate 2D, 3D, and 4D MR exams.

Detailing on the features of the MRI system, United Imaging point out the EasySense remote dual-source phased array millimeter-wave technology, which enables contactless respiratory motion sensing. The uMR 680 futher utilizes the deep learning reconstruction solution DeepRecon, as well as the QScan quiet scanning technology designed to improve the patient experience, particularly during whole-body exams, thus improving patient satisfaction and compliance.

Commenting on the new installation, the company says: "Each installation stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to creating imaging technology that has the power to improve patients' lives. We would like to express our gratitude to Fora for making this collaboration possible and allowing us to contribute to the advancement of healthcare in the region."

Source: United Imaging

17.02.2025