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The Compact E-MRI
E-MRI a standard in imaging
Thanks to an excellent cost/benefit ratio, dedicated MRI systems
have become a reality in the world of diagnostic imaging.
The aging of the population together with growing sports activities at all ages has led to an ever-increasing
demand for extremity MRI examinations. On the other side, there is pressure on social and healthcare systems
to control costs. In this context, finding the right balance between quality of the MRI service and optimization
of costs is becoming more and more important for every modern and integrated healthcare system.
The concept behind the Esaote E-MRI systems is to provide excellent MRI capabilities, focusing on high image
quality and increased productivity at reduced costs.
C-Scan
the right choice for extremities
C-Scan features:
• the most cost effective MRI system
High Field Whole Body Imager
• very easy to install
No RF shielding, installation space required 9 sqm.
Mid Field Whole Body Imager
• high image quality
• maximum patient comfort Low Field Whole Body Imager
no claustrophobia
E-scan
• easy to use
C-Scan
Windows user interface - only one operator required
Examination Costs
• low maintenance and running costs
• low power consumption
the most cost effective
MRI system
only1 Kw
• no cryogens
• easy to connect and integrate
Windows 2000 based platform
High image quality
and productivity
C-Scan offers a complete range of acquisition techniques including Turbo Spin Echo and STIR, covering all musculoskeletal
applications. C-Scan is fully multitasking and provides advanced image post processing capabilities including real-
time multiplanar reformatting.
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Productivity
Productivity in MRI is more than the scan time alone. It also includes registration, patient handling, patient
positioning, and scan setup.
C-Scan provides increased patient throughput by offering several unique features and benefits:
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• Central patient registration using DICOM worklist – no need to re-enter patient information
• Easy patient handling - direct contact with the patient and no claustrophobic reaction.
• Preset protocols – scan setup is quick and easy. Protocols are easily customized (and saved) to accommodate
all imaging needs.
• Real-time positioning – position patients quickly using interactive MR Flouroscopy scans
Real-time positioning
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since 1993
world leader
in E-MRI
Esaote introduced E-MRI in 1993 as a response to the growing demand
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approach has made Esaote the recognized world-leader in dedicated MRI.
The world’s most compact
MRI system
C-Scan is easy to install
C-Scan can be installed in a very limited space.
The innovative design integrates the RF shielding
system, power amplifiers, electronics and magnet
into one unique structure, minimizing the total
space needed for installation. The low weight and
extremely small 5 gauss footprint make C-Scan the
only MRI system that can be installed in virtually
any office or practice.
The operator console, featuring a Windows®
interface, can be located either in or outside the
room, accommodating both small diagnostic
practices and large radiology departments
The unique structure of the system
avoids any claustrophobic reactions
of the patients
Required space: 9 sqm
Shielding: integrated
Power: standard 110V or 220V plug
Radiology
C-Scan suits Orthopaedy
different Rheumatology
needs Sport medicine
Bringing MRI to the patients
C-Scan provides high quality MR imaging of the elbow, wrist,
hand, knee, ankle and foot with proven cost effectiveness.
The system’s ease of use and simple installation makes C-Scan suitable
for any clinical environment:
• As a second or third system in large hospital, to
optimizing the Radiology department’s functionality,
shortening waiting lists, and freeing time on the whole
body scanner for major clinical cases.
• In orthopaedic and sport medicine centers, providing
direct access to MRI without having to make another
appointment, saving both time and costs for patient
and the healthcare provider (one-stop shopping).
• In specialized rheumatology centers, for early detection
and treatment follow up.
This re-shaping of the logistics of the diagnostic process represents
a new way of looking at extremity MRI. The use of dedicated
extremity MRI systems in rheumatology and orthopedics provides
new opportunities to a larger range of patients and applications
that can benefit substantially from a wider availability to MRI.
C-Scan,
user friendly and easy to connect
Windows® 2000 based interface
The C-Scan is extremely easy to use and learn, since it Full Connectivity
uses the common Windows functionalities.
The interface and protocols are designed for one specific C-Scan is DICOM compatible and
task, extremity MRI, substantially simplifying and
offers smart solutions for
speeding up the examination procedure.
connectivity and teleradiology.
Thanks to its Windows 2000
Image Archiving operating system, the C-Scan is
The image archiving system keeps track of all the patient data including compatible with any standard type
the cases stored on removable disks (MOD or optional CD-ROM ). The of connection.
system keeps track of which disk the patient data/images are stored on • Image transfer
for easy retrieval of information (almost like a local system PACS). DICOM format image transfer
to any PACS or Workstation.
• Integration
DICOM worklist capabilities
allow the C-Scan system to be
connected to a centralized
registration system.
• ESA VIEW
ESA VIEW is a software-only
PC program from Esaote that
transforms a normal PC in a
DICOM workstation. This
software package can be used
in the clinic and in any remote
location. With ESA VIEW you
are always on-line.
C-Scan dedicated coils
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1 Knee (standard) C-Scan gives you access to a wide range of RF coils, both linear and
2 Knee (large)
3 Hand, wrist, elbow optional phased array, tailored specifically to provide excellent image
4 Knee phased array
5 Ankle phased array quality for imaging the knee, ankle, foot, elbow, wrist, and hand.
6 Hand and wrist phased array
The Compact E-MRI
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The Esaote Group
The Esaote Group is a leading international corporation developing, manufacturing and marketing non-invasive
imaging and non-imaging diagnostic equipment. Headquartered in Italy, its subsidiaries are located in the USA,
Germany, France, Holland and China with a global distribution in over 50 countries. The three main product
lines of the Group are ultrasound equipment, magnetic resonance dedicated systems and non-imaging diagnostic
instrumentation for cardiology and neurology. Another major activity of the Group is the supply of turnkey hospital
systems.
Esaote Quality
Esaote S.p.A. is a ISO 9001 and EN 46001 certified company and all products are marked CE. Esaote’s high
quality standards are maintained during all phases of the process, from product development to manufacturing,
from pre-sales client support to post-sales service and application assistance.
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