Philips’ SmartCT 3.0 Intelligent 3D Imaging for Stroke Care Earns CE Mark

Philips has received CE mark approval for its latest SmartCT image reconstruction solution, SmartCT 3.0. The tech aims to support quicker, more informed decisions in treatment of stroke and other neurovascular conditions.

The latest generation of Smart CT was built for Philips’ Azurion neuro biplane system. According to the company, it simplifies and accelerates 3D imaging so neuro interventionists gain real-time views of brain tissue, blood vessels, and interventional devices directly in the Angio suite.

The company believes SmartCT can help care teams treat faster, with better clarity and confidence, by eliminating the need to transfer patients for separate CT imaging.

The tool allows a streamlined workflow to reduce procedural complexity and support timely stroke intervention. This means physicians can personalize therapy and reduce uncertainty during time-critical procedures like thrombectomy.

SmartCT 3.0 features a Soft Tissue Helical tool, which delivers cone-beam CT (CBCT) imaging in as quick as eight seconds. According to Philips, it provides improved appearance of cerebral soft tissue volumes by optimizing acquisition trajectory and reconstruction. Motion-compensated soft tissue imaging also helps restless stroke patients.

The Dual Phase Cerebral tool allows clear visualization of vessel occlusions and collateral blood flow for stroke patients. This is assisted by intuitive acquisition guidance and bolus timing tools.

A Dual Viewer lets two 3D volumes be overlaid and manipulated side-by-side at the table side for real-time image fusion and better planning of procedures, without breaking sterility.

“The image quality of the helical cone-beam CT is impressive—it’s almost like a conventional CT scan,” said Dr. Shuta Aketa, Director of the Stroke Center at the Osaka International Medical & Science Center. “This is ideal for emergency procedures, as the image quality meets our needs and helps us work more efficiently.”

“In stroke care, minutes matter—and confidence is everything,” said Dr. Atul Gupta, Chief Medical Officer Diagnosis & Treatment at Philips. “With this latest generation of SmartCT for intelligent 3D imaging applications, we’re giving neuro interventionalists the imaging tools they need at the exact moment they need them — improving workflow, reducing delays, and ultimately helping to save lives.”