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RADBOOK 2015 25 MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING ◼ RADBOOK 2015 25 MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING ◼ First time absolute silence in MRI Generally MR Scanners are a source of permanent noise causing discomfort to patients and even more for the medical staff working with these systems all day long. Toshiba took this challenge as accept- ed and now, when the new Vantage Elan scanner is operating, one can close the door and it will be absolutely silent. The usual noise generated during MRI scanning is caused by the vibration of the gradiant coil.ThereforeToshiba invented its Pianissimo Σ™ noise-reduction technology which results in a completely new kind of comfort for both – patients and operators. Pianissimo Σ™ is a hardware solution that physically reduces noise. It is not software that requires reinventing all sequences. Because Pianissimo Σ™ is engineered into the construction of the scanner, it reduces noise for every scan across the entire sequence list. Toshibas’ new technology puts patients at ease and addresses a major problem for people working with MRT. Optimal workflow through EasyTech and M-Power The advanced M-Power interface from the VantageTitan 3 Tesla scanner is now onboard the Vantage Elan, which includes the best positioning software for cardi- ac, neuro, and orthopedic imaging. The intuitive M-Power user interface improves productivity by simplifying exams with advanced post-processing tools. So, it does not matter if the radiologist wants to do neuro, spine or cardio MRI, Easy Tech precisely recognizes target shapes and helps the clinician to set optimized scan planes. The calculation of the best set- tings is completed in a few seconds, which clearly improves examination workflow. Due to EasyTech, high quality examinations can be acquired even by less experienced operators. NeuroLine automatically meas- ures and analyzes the shape of the brain, determines the optimal slice position in each plane, and displays them within sec- onds. So does SpineLine. It automatically measures and analyzes the shape of the spine, determines the positioning ROI in each plane, and displays them within seconds. With CardioLine, precise cardiac examinations become available in a short time, reducing the patients’ and technolo- gist tension and stress. From patient registration to image reconstruction and transfer – a wide vari- ety of applications can support scan posi- tioning and parameter settings, increasing operational efficiency. www.toshiba-medical.eu An FSE PD scan acquired with a 16 element flex coil Tractography of the brain, acquired with a DTI scan in 49 directions Time-SLIP of renal vessels, a non-contrast- enhanced MR angio technique TheVantage ELAN requires a mere 23 square meters installation space RADBOOK 201525 RADBOOK 201525