Philips releases intra-vascular technology for its x-ray system

Philips Healthcare has launched its VasoCT, an intra-vascular interventional configuration for its Allura Xper, interventional x-ray technology that can identify ischemic stroke properties in patients.

According to Andover, Mass.-based Philips, the VasoCT technology incorporates a 3D rotational scan and an injection protocol that allows physicians to locate and assess the size of an occlusion and the cerebral blood vessels.

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