Altnagelvin Hospital in Derry, Londonderry, has invested in a Philips Veradius Unity C-arm and a Stille imagiQ2 table, which will be used predominantly for abdominal fluoroscopy.
Senior radiographer Nuala Quigg said: “We selected Veradius Unity to reduce patient dose and, in order to further reduce dose and improve image quality, we purchased the Stille table. We particularly like the thinness of the tabletop and its ‘floating’ capability. We were very pleased to be able to report that audit of patients’ DAPs showed significant dose reduction. Using the new equipment we hope to introduce some stenting procedures and cath lab work.”
The Veradius Unity is a counter- balanced C-arm with a thin flat detector consisting of a C-arm stand with a compact footprint and rear-wheel steering for easy manoeuvrability. In addition, an extra tablet-style monitor on the C-arm stand provides optimal viewing and delivers functions such as changing dose settings, rotation of the image and virtual collimation.
With what is said to be the only curved carbon fibre tabletop for floating tables, the Stille imagiQ2 surgical table enhances image quality with up to 60 per cent more radiolucency compared to average fluoroscopy tables, without compromising radiation dose. True Free Float technology is said to offer smooth and accurate manual movements in any desired direction, helping to minimise fluoroscopy runs and the need for C-arm readjustments. The ultra slim design and low base with retractable wheels help bring the C-arm receiver closer to the patient.
Quigg added: “We have a fantastic relationship with Philips and Stille – they provided great training and advice on use, with immediate response to any issues.”
Picture: Radiology manager Tracey McIvor, interventional product specialist Philips UKI Simon Bunce, senior radiographer Nuala Quigg, radiographers Aimee Forester, Laura Leahy and Sinead Doherty with Stille vice-president Clarisa Mogollon.
Published on page 30 of the January 2020 issue of RAD Magazine.