Patient positioning tools on DR tube head help reduce radiographer movements

Royal Philips has launched its DigitalDiagnost C90 ceiling-suspended digital radiography system.  The system offers a live tube camera, versatile room configuration capabilities and exam automation technologies that provide improved patient and radiographer experiences. 

Designed to meet the imaging needs of the most demanding institutions, the C90 helps reduce procedure length.

The system integrates the Philips Eleva x-ray user interface platform and a live camera, which assists the patient positioning process by placing the positioning tools on the Eleva tube head so the radiographer can remain at the patient’s side.  This reduces the number of movements between the patient and the control panel.

“With 67.5 per cent of x-ray retakes resulting from incorrect patient positioning, the C90 can help to minimise time-consuming repeats and decreases patient waiting times for a smoother, more effective experience,” states Philips.

Paediatric team manager radiographer at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Emily Keyte said: “As radiographers we welcome any advances in digital x-ray that can improve patient positioning and image quality, enhance the workflow of departments and provide optimal patient care.  As a dedicated paediatric imaging department, the system is a great addition to the digital x-ray service and allows us to meet workflow demands.”

With touch screen and live camera features built into the Eleva tube head it provides radiographers with a clear view of the collimation area, which can help alleviate potential imprecise collimations such as with obese patients.

Picture: The DigitalDiagnost C90 is a premium digital x-ray room.

Published on page 2 of the April 2019 issue of RAD Magazine.