Siemens introduces revolutionary nuclear cardiology imaging System

Siemens Medical Solutions today announced that its c.cam – a unique, reclining dedicated cardiac gamma camera system – will be available for the European mar-ket. Introduced at the annual meeting of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology 2003, the rising number of nuclear applications in Europe also requires a gamma camera system specialized for examinations of the heart.

(I-Newswire) - The c.cam’s myocardial viability and perfusion capabilities will offer cardiologists increased diagnostic confidence, and the system’s fully integrated software allows analysis of ejec-tion fraction and wall motion. This new system enhances imaging accuracy and efficiency, enabling the cardiologist to start an early therapy or plan more exactly.

But the c.cam not only offers diagnostic advantages, it also improves patient comfort: Unique to the c.cam system is a reclining chair that will provide increased patient comfort, thereby delivering improved image quality. Patients can sit back comfortably in the chair throughout the imaging procedure, decreasing the patients’ fidgeting or movement. This reduces the presence of motion artifacts and improves diagnostic image quality. The re-clining chair – which patients have compared to their recliner at home – also provides eas-ier access for patients with mobility challenges, and increased comfort for those with arthri-tis or other painful conditions.

“Patient motion is one of the biggest problems in nuclear cardiology,” explained Dr. Churchwell, director of Nuclear Cardiology at Page-Campbell Cardiology Group, Nashville, Tennessee/USA. “We’ve found so far with the c.cam that there is a decrease in the amount of motion with patients, and the images have been in many cases better than a traditional gamma camera, both in contrast and image resolution.”

For its exceptional design the c.cam was recognized with two awards in 2004. The Interna-tional Design ( I.D. ) Magazine – America’s leading critical magazine covering the art, busi-ness and culture of design – has awarded the c.cam with a Design Distinction honor in the Equipment Category in its 50th Annual Design Review. The product also was given a 2004 Excellence in Design Award by Appliance Manufacturer ( AM ) magazine in the Medical Ap-pliances/Laboratory Equipment category.

The c.cam also is a compact system that can fit into a variety of environments, including both medical practices and hospitals – given that it’s syngo-compatible. Syngo is the uni-form user interface developed by Siemens. It is an intuitive software platform for all imag-ing modalities and systems. syngo simplifies operating processes across various systems, such as magnetic resonance imaging or CT. The 8-foot by 8-foot system footprint fits eas-ily into most exam rooms without the need for extensive and costly remodeling, and sys-tem installations take just two days.
Pictures accompanying this press release will be found under http://www.siemens.com/med-pictures/ccam

Siemens Medical Solutions is one of the world’s largest suppliers to the healthcare industry.The company is known for bringing together innovative medical technologies, healthcare information systems, management consulting, and support services, to help customers achieve tangible, sustainable, clinical and financial outcomes. From imaging systems for diagnosis, to therapy equipment for treatment, to patient moni-tors to hearing instruments and beyond, Siemens innovations contribute to the health and well-being of peo-ple across the globe, while improving operational efficiencies and optimizing workflow in hospitals, clinics, home health agencies, and doctors' offices. Employing approximately 31,000 people worldwide and operat-ing in more than 120 countries, Siemens Medical Solutions reported sales of 7.07 billion EUR, orders of 8.12 billion EUR and group profit of 1,05 billion EUR for fiscal 2004. Further information can be found under: http://www.siemens.com/medical


Reference number / Informationsnummer: Med NM 200504. 057 e

Anja Süssner
P.O. Box 3260
91050 Erlangen
Tel.: +49-9131 84-3292
Fax: +49-9131 84-3047
anja.suessner@siemens.com 




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