The Planmed XFI X-ray unit utilizes cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to generate three dimensional images. In CBCT imaging, a cylindrical volume of data is acquired in a single imaging procedure. This data comprises several hundred 2D images taken from various angles to encompass a specific pre-programmed target area. These images are subsequently employed for 3D reconstruction, accomplished through a dedicated PC equipped with reconstruction algorithms. The resulting reconstructed images can be visualized in three dimensions using a separate PC workstation equipped with suitable image viewer software.
An assembly of diagnostic x-ray computed tomography (CT) devices having a gantry whose design limits its use to head and neck and/or extremity imaging applications. Included are single or multiple fixed annular arrays of x-ray tubes and opposing detectors or x-ray tube(s) and opposing detector assemblies that rotate rapidly around a central axis point within the gantry imaging area. It can produce two and/or three-dimensional (3-D) cross-sectional (tomographic) images, including spiral CT or other imaging applications at multiple specified angles in relation to body position. It may use a variety of digital techniques for information capture, image reconstruction, and display.