C-Arm Mechanical
A C-Arm machine categorizes itself as an advanced medical imaging device that works on the basic premise of the X-ray technology. They are fluoroscopy machines and are colloquially called as image intensifiers. However, technically, the image intensifier is only a part of the machine and it is called a detector. C-Arm gets its name from the C-shaped arm present in the device, which is used to connect the x-ray source and the detector. These C-Arm machines are widely used during orthopedic, complicated surgical, pain management (Anesthetics) and emergency procedures. Its Fluoroscopy technology enables the device to provide high-resolution X-ray images in real time so that the surgeons can monitor the progress of the procedure and take decisions accordingly. It is a non-invasive device, making it safe both during and after the screening procedures.
C-Arm systems are used in the places where greater flexibility is required. They are being used in Orthopedic procedures, cardiac and angiography studies, and in therapeutic studies including stents and line placements. Since it is an overhead x-ray image intensifier, the physician can get a real-time clear-cut view of anatomic structures of the patients. C-Arm systems are known for its mobility as they can be transported from one place to another. The special semi-circular design enables the physician to move it more freely covering the whole body of the patient and take images wherever required. This arc type C-Arm system is fitted along with the patient table and they are tailor-made for conducting the process of x-ray imaging.
Applications of C-Arm systems
- Various studies including but not limited to digestive, cardiac, ortho, reproductive and blood circulation systems.
- If there is a need to place needles or stents during a complicated surgery, C-Arm will be a handy choice.
- During surgeries, the real-time view of the gallbladder, liver, bone and several structures can be obtained. Multiple views of the same part are possible, thus enabling the systems to reconstruct a 3D model of the inner parts later.
- Surgical navigation is one of the primary applications and they aid in verifying the placement of all types of implant devices in the patient.
- C-Arm systems can also guide a needle placement procedure mainly while injecting anesthetic medicines. They can identify the joints and medication can be inserted perfectly onto the required shoulders and knees without damaging the other structures