UBNS purchased three new mobile C-arm machines to provide more advanced imaging and ultimately improve patient care.
The new OEC One CFD 31cm Mobile C-Arms provide precise, real-time medical imaging during various procedures. Our team invested in the larger of the OEC One CFD machines because they offer a wider field of view that allows our doctors to see more of a patient’s anatomy.
These machines significantly upgrade our team’s imaging capabilities, specifically during pain management procedures. They are being used at our George Karl Boulevard and Orchard Park locations.
What is a Mobile C-Arm Machine?
A mobile C-arm is a portable imaging machine used during surgical and interventional procedures. They use X-ray technology to provide clear, real-time views to care teams.
These machines feature a versatile design and can be configured specifically to meet the needs of different procedures, patients, and doctors.
Benefits of Mobile C-Arm Machines
The new machines will allow our doctors at UBNS to improve patient care through better imaging and reduced radiation exposure.
Image Quality
Our new mobile C-arms provide high-quality images with clearer details during procedures, allowing for better precision. They also have a live zoom feature to further enhance images, letting doctors focus in on specific details of anatomy.
The machines capture image details on flat panel detectors and display them on a 4K monitor that can be easily positioned to meet a doctor’s line of sight, providing optimal viewing.
Reduced Exposure
One of the biggest benefits of these new machines is their ability to capture images using lower doses of radiation. The zoom feature and capability to see recent exposures also mean fewer image retakes are required throughout a procedure.
Versatility
The mobile C-arm is a compact, one-piece machine that can easily be moved throughout our facilities as needed. They can run on standby power for up to five minutes, giving our team a window of time to transport the machine to different rooms without powering it off.
The machine can be configured for different procedure types and is capable of achieving deep angles with its extended reach – a 55-degree overscan and 95-degree underscan.
Improving Patient Care at UBNS
UBNS’s investment in mobile C-arm technology showcases our commitment to innovation and patient care. These machines will allow for more precise diagnoses and treatments, ensuring patients receive the most effective care possible.
