FDA Clears New Detector and CT Software Enhancements to Toshiba’s Aquilion Portfolio

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given its approval to new detector and computed tomography (CT) software enhancements for the Aquilion ONE portfolio developed by Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc.

Toshiba executives said the software and hardware enhancements extend the life of the Aquilion products through advanced technology. The updates include:

• AIDR 3-D Enhanced: Toshiba’s fourth generation of advanced iterative noise reduction algorithm;
• ^PUREViSION CT Detector: This new, more efficient CT detector results in 40 percent better light output for better use of X-ray photons;
• ^SUREkV: Provides automated kV selection based on patient size;
• Organ Effective Modulation: Delivers safer exams for both patients and providers by limiting dose to radiosensitive organs and during helical scanning and CT fluoroscopy procedures;
• Contrast Management: Improves workflow and safety by standardizing contrast protocols and automatically tracking volume of contrast used during an exam; and
• Power Save Mode: Sleep mode option decreases energy consumption when CT system is not in use.

“We understand quality measures are directly linked to patient safety and satisfaction, and at Toshiba, we continue to develop technology that helps our customers meet their goals,” said Satrajit Misra, senior director of the CT Business Unit at Toshiba.

Headquartered in Tustin, Calif., Toshiba America Medical Systems markets, sells, distributes and services radiology and cardiovascular systems, including CT, magnetic resonance (MR), ultrasound, X-ray and cardiovascular equipment, and coordinates clinical diagnostic imaging research for all modalities in the United States.

Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation provides medical diagnostic imaging systems and comprehensive medical solutions, such as CT, X-ray and vascular, ultrasound, nuclear medicine and MRI systems, as well as information systems for medical institutions. Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba, a Fortune 500 company that employs more than 200,000 people. Its annual sales top 6.5 trillion yen ($63 billion).