Canon Medical Systems Korea said it installed Aquilion Exceed LB, a state-of-the-art low-dose radiation CT (computed tomography) simulation machine, at Yeungnam University Medical Center in Daegu.
The latest CT simulation, to be operational from Monday, is the first AI-powered CT simulation in North Gyeongsang Province, the company said.
Radiation simulation involves pinpointing and delineating the precise area for treatment prior to administering radiation therapy for a tumor. Typically, this entails conducting a CT simulation to identify the target area and mark its location for treatment. Accurate treatment planning is crucial in order to mitigate the potential side effects of radiation therapy.
Canon Medical highlighted that the Aquilion Axid LB is exceptionally suited for precise and swift treatment planning. Notably, this CT simulation features Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE), an AI deep learning technology adept at rapidly reconstructing images. AiCE effectively reduces image noise while enhancing the anatomical delineation of organs, resulting in high-quality images delivered within a short timeframe and with minimal radiation exposure. Furthermore, it is an intelligent AI system that continuously evolves and improves as it gathers more clinical data.
Canon Medical said the new CT simulation features a wide 40mm field of view, which is two to four times larger than the typical 10-19mm field of view, allowing for fast imaging of large tumors. The 90-centimeter maximum examination aperture allows for a wide range of positioning and the ability to see hard-to-reach areas. The ability to compensate for noise generated by metallic artifacts inserted into the body allows for more accurate radiation treatment planning.
"Aquilion Exceed LB is Canon's latest CT simulation that enables rapid and precise treatment planning and has been well received by the market," said Paul Kim, CEO of Canon Medical Systems Korea. "Accurate simulation in clinical settings will ultimately improve patient satisfaction.”