News • European system launch
Multi-light technology and CMOS sensor to advance gastroscopy
Fujifilm Healthcare Europe announce the European launch of the EG-860R routine gastroscope as the latest addition to their Eluxeo® endoscopy portfolio.
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News • Environmental monitoring
New generation of smart sensors introduced
Manual calibration and parameter input in systems are time-intensive and error-prone, posing significant challenges across life sciences and hospitals. With a new generation of sensors, The Dickson Company aims to deliver a smarter, easier to use, and more autonomous monitoring solution.
Article • Realising the potential of Smart Hospitals
Digital technology to optimize use of hospital space
From identifying under-utilized rooms to tracking spare mobile equipment like wheelchairs, spatial awareness technology is evolving to improve day-to-day operations on healthcare sites. The technology, which is already being deployed in airports, universities and industrial premises, is now seeing growing applications within hospitals. At the HETT (Healthcare Excellence Through Technology) North…
Article • Medical Taiwan 2025: Company and product showcase
Transformative health solutions on display in Taipei
At Medical Taiwan 2025, manufacturers attracted attendees with a wide range of innovations. We took a closer look at some of the most exciting companies and their products on display at the medical, health and care expo.
Sponsored • Precision and performance in medical imaging
United Imaging introduces two groundbreaking CE-marked systems: uMI Panvivo and uMR Ultra
United Imaging, a global leader in cutting-edge diagnostic imaging and radiotherapy solutions, proudly unveils two groundbreaking additions to its portfolio — the uMI Panvivo and the uMR Ultra — both newly CE-marked and set to redefine the standards of precision and performance in medical imaging.
News • Product launch announcement
New routine colonoscope added to endoscopy portfolio
Fujifilm Healthcare Europe announce the European launch of the new routine colonoscope with a state-of-the-art CMOS sensor. This is the third in a series of new and upcoming solutions to be released.
News • Reusable and single-use models
Premiere for optimised syringe design
Medical device manufacturer Medtron is expanding its portfolio with two new reusable syringe models. The new products will be presented to the public for the first time at the German Radiology Congress in Wiesbaden.
News • Novel nanoparticle filter
Update for face masks: easier breathing, same virus protection
After the Covid-19 pandemic, face masks have become less common. However, those who still need to wear a mask often suffer from discomfort due to restricted breathing. New research could change this.
News • Product launch announcement
New solutions for less invasive third-space endoscopy treatment
Fujifilm Healthcare Europe announce the European launch of their new therapeutic gastroscopes and narrow endoscope for advanced treatment.
News • Hybrid imaging
PET/MR update for added value in theranostics
Bringing diagnostics and therapy closer together - that is the basic concept behind theranostics. Through further development of its PET/MR scanners, Siemens Healthineers aims to advance this approach. Andreas Schneck, Head of the MRI Division at Siemens Healthineers, talks about the new system, which was also presented at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) in Vienna, and its advantages in…
News • Imaging system installation in Barcelona
Digital PET/CT system debuts in the city of Gaudí
United imaging announces the successful installation of their digital PET/CT system uMI 550 at Centre Mèdic Alomar in Barcelona. Equipped with comprehensive cardiac imaging features, its use extends beyond cardiology.
News • European system launch
Fujifilm welcomes the future of endoscopy
With the Eluxeo® 8000 system, Fujifilm Healthcare Europe is bringing their latest in endoscopy to European markets. The system – the first in an all-new series – features new therapeutic capabilities, workflow management and improved image quality.
Sponsored • Laboratory automation
Connect, automate and innovate your lab through SMART Automation
In today’s fast-paced healthcare landscape, efficiency and accuracy are essential in overcoming workload challenges. Pathology laboratories are under pressure to keep up with growing demands, all while ensuring standardised, consistent and high-quality results.
News • Molecular imaging system installation
PET/CT premiere in Greece
Agios Andreas General Hospital of Patras, Greece, is set to enhance its diagnostic capabilities with the installation of a new digital PET/CT imaging system.
News • Potential to enter human circulation through infusion
Researchers discover microplastics in IV bags
A new analysis of commercial IV fluid bags reveals that they often contain microplastics that, upon infusion, would enter the recipient’s bloodstream and potentially cause negative health effects.
News • Potential for pre-surgery planning and education
3D-printed patient-specific phantoms for CT imaging
Anatomically accurate 3D-printed phantoms for CT imaging and AI training show promise as an alternative to cadavers. The new technology allows for patient-specific phantoms with realistic radiopacity.
Sponsored • Product presentation at radiology congress
United Imaging showcases sustainable, AI-driven innovations at ECR 2025
United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, showcases a range of cutting-edge technologies aligned with sustainable values. Notably, the company achieves an A rating in the MSCI ESG ratings, highlighting its unwavering commitment to transforming medical diagnostics and patient care worldwide through a holistic, sustainable approach.
News • Detection of hereditary syndrome
IVDR certification for breast and ovarian cancer assays
MRC Holland recently announced that five SALSA MLPA assays for the detection of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC) syndrome were recently CE-marked for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) use under the new In-Vitro Diagnostic Regulation EU 2017/746 (IVDR).
News • Imaging systems installation
Naples centre expands on CT and MRI diagnostic equipment
The Diagnostica e Terapia Centro Aktis in Marano di Napoli, Italy, has expanded its diagnostic department with the addition of three imaging systems from United Imaging.
Sponsored • Endoscopy disinfection system • MKHYG-5037EN-EMEA
Extensive testing demonstrates the efficiency of the Pentax Medical PlasmaTyphoon™+
Patient safety is at the heart of every medical advancement, and technologies like endoscopes have been pivotal in transforming surgery by enabling minimally invasive procedures. This evolution has led to safer operations, reduced complications, and improved patient outcomes. However, these advancements depend on rigorous hygiene protocols for reusable medical equipment.
Sponsored • System installation in Essen
PET/CT premiere in Germany for advanced cancer diagnostics
The installation of a state-of-the-art digital PET/CT scanner in Essen marks the German debut for the technology of United Imaging. The device is designed to deliver precision diagnostics at the Kliniken Essen-Mitte Evang and the private nuclear medicine clinic Nukmed, a premier cancer care institution.
News • Laboratory equipment and technology fair
Labs Expo gets ready for third edition
This March, the city of Poznań in Poland will host experts from the laboratory industry for the third edition of the Labs Expo Laboratory Equipment and Technology Fair.
News • Eco-friendly equipment
Plant-based caps bring more sustainability to the operating theatre
Around 800,000 single-use theatre caps are consumed every year in Scottish hospitals. A new type of caps made from cellulosic fibre offer a sustainable alternative to traditional disposable options.
News • MRI, CT, DR systems
Four installations to bolster Romania's diagnostic landscape
United Imaging announces four installations of their diagnostic imaging systems at three healthcare facilities in Romania. Working closely with distributor Tehnoplus Medical, the company hopes to increase diagnostic accuracy and support better treatment outcomes.
News • Imaging system installation
AI-assisted 1.5T MRI debuts in Serbia
United Imaging is pleased to announce that VMR Diagnostic Center has become the first institution of its kind in Serbia to benefit from their imaging solutions.
