Toshiba debuts software to aid TAVR procedures
Toshiba America Medical Systems has introduced two software enhancements that complement its Infinix-i cardiovascular x-ray systems. The Infinix-i systems will now utilize software from Pie Medical Imaging BV—3mensio Valve and CAAS A-Valve.
Designed to better facilitate transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures, the 3mensio Valve software is used in the planning stage to visualize and analyze the aortic root and access routes. The 3mensio Valve screen is displayed in the Infinix-i procedure room to show the delivery pathway, 3D structure of the aortic root and calcifications present.
CAAS A-Valve is utilized during the intervention and uses two angiography x-ray projections to create a 3D reconstruction of the aortic root, providing the best visualization angle to position the Infinix-i C-arm, according to Tustin, Calif.-based Toshiba.
The software will be showcased at the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions scientific sessions in Las Vegas, May 9-12.
Designed to better facilitate transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures, the 3mensio Valve software is used in the planning stage to visualize and analyze the aortic root and access routes. The 3mensio Valve screen is displayed in the Infinix-i procedure room to show the delivery pathway, 3D structure of the aortic root and calcifications present.
CAAS A-Valve is utilized during the intervention and uses two angiography x-ray projections to create a 3D reconstruction of the aortic root, providing the best visualization angle to position the Infinix-i C-arm, according to Tustin, Calif.-based Toshiba.
The software will be showcased at the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions scientific sessions in Las Vegas, May 9-12.
Evan Godt, Writer
Evan joined TriMed in 2011, writing primarily for Health Imaging. Prior to diving into medical journalism, Evan worked for the Nine Network of Public Media in St. Louis. He also has worked in public relations and education. Evan studied journalism at the University of Missouri, with an emphasis on broadcast media.