Producing a sharper screen image for diagnostic oncology

During CT scanning the quality of the screen image is critically important in enabling surgeons and radiologists to make an accurate cancer diagnosis. Through the generosity of our supporters we were able to fund the purchase of a CT Injector Pump, a piece of equipment that enhances image quality through the optimum application of a contrast medium that sharpens on-screen contrast.
 The technology behind the CT Injector Pump revolutionises this process by rapidly administering contrast media at a constant rate and pressure. This action sharpens the image, reduces tiny amounts of contrast blur, giving the surgeon and radiologist a clearer view of the patient’s anatomical details.  

Professor Nick Bacon, Clinical Director, Oncologic & Soft Tissue Surgery at AURA, said: “Having this sophisticated contrast injection process enables our radiologists to identify greater numbers of tumour features more reliably and helps ensure the most accurate diagnosis. This has allowed our surgeons to more accurately identify normal tissue from cancerous tissue, making for safer, and ultimately more successful cancer surgeries. Everyone wins, especially the patient.”

“Thanks to Rumba’s generosity, the addition of the Injector Pump to our oncology toolkit represents another huge advancement in our patient care”, added Nick Bacon. “Not only that – the research findings will assist with the onward progress in the field of oncologic imaging.”   

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