May 10th 2024.
After years of research and development, Perth has proudly become the second city in Australia to adopt a groundbreaking CT scanner. This state-of-the-art technology, designed by Siemens Healthineers, has the potential to revolutionize healthcare in the city.
Neil Foster, a representative from Siemens Healthineers, highlighted the incredible journey that led to the creation of this cutting-edge scanner. "In reality, it has taken us 20 to 30 years of research and development to reach this point where we finally have a commercial system in production," he explained.
What sets this $5 million machine apart from traditional scanners is its ability to emit 50 per cent less radiation. This is especially beneficial for patients with cancer who may require multiple scans, as it minimizes their exposure to harmful radiation. Additionally, the scanner produces significantly higher definition images, allowing doctors to see even the tiniest structures in the body, such as arteries around the heart or early lung cancers.
Dr Conor Murray, CEO and principal radiologist at ChestRad, is excited about the potential of this new technology. "You can see tiny structures in the body that are really important, such as the arteries around the heart or very early lung cancers," he said.
The machine is currently located at the Nedlands clinic and is available to the public upon referral for heart and lung scans. This is a significant development, considering that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Australia and worldwide.
Patients who have used the scanner have praised its safety and accuracy. "At my age, I just want to make sure that everything is okay and that I can continue exercising normally, so I decided to get it done," said Craig Lyra, the first patient in the state to use the NAEOTOM Alpha.
The passing of Australian cricket legend Shane Warne two years ago had a profound impact on the community. In fact, according to ChestRad, the number of patients seeking scans doubled after Warne's untimely death. As a result, the scanner is now accommodating about 30 patients a day.
"It's quite remarkable how the passing of one man, despite having the world at his feet, has shaken up so many people, not just men but women as well," Dr. Murray commented.
The hope is that this advanced technology will soon be available in public hospitals across the state. This article was made possible with the assistance of 9ExPress.
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