C-Arms
Patient Health Using Radiology
Patient Heath using radiology should be at the forefront for all procedures and acts in all medical practices and facilities. As imaging technology continues to develop, important questions arises: Is enough being done to safeguard the patient during treatment? Are the doses of radiation given through imaging minimized so that the patient is sufficiently cared…
Read MoreBest Selling C-Arm – OEC 9800
Best selling c-arm ever in America is the OEC 9800. It has been a mainstay on the C-Arm market for 20 years, but many are concerned that it will become obsolete or declared end of life. The latest new unit was sold in 2017. FDA requirements for manufacturers is that they must provide support on…
Read MorePacific Healthcare Imaging Information
Pacific Healthcare Imaging sells and supports pre-owned, used and refurbished c-arms and other diagnostic imaging systems for medical facilities. We only sell the highest quality used and refurbished medical imaging equipment, specializing in C-Arms, Mini C-Arms, Portable Ultrasounds and more. Through years of experience, we can accurately access constantly changing customer requirements. We provide you with the most comprehensive…
Read MoreC-Arm Rentals
C-Arm rentals can be an attainable operating expense that fits into even modest budgets. For many hospitals, clinics, or private imaging centers, buying a new or used C-Arm requires large capital expenditures. C-Arm Rentals Value: C-arm rentals are a low risk for your facility. Brings the equipment you need into your facility quickly. Costs you…
Read MoreSite Planning For C-Arm
Site planning for your new c-arm is as crucial to selecting the size and type of C-arm for want for your facility. The c-arm needs to be housed in a room that provides enough clearance to allow you to manipulate the C-arm to get a better view without having to move the patient. The room…
Read MoreConsidering a C-Arm Purchase?
Considering a c-arm purchase? Perhaps you you might be gearing up to open up a pain management center, looking to expand your services, or to add surgical procedures. Deciding to acquire a C-arm is simple enough, but choosing which one is right for your practice can get a little overwhelming. Without having adequate knowledge, the…
Read MoreC-arm Image Intensifier – Which is Best For My Facility
C-arm image intensifier that is the best size is best for your facility is a common concern when purchasing or upgrading your medical imaging equipment. The single most important determining factor is the type of studies your facility conducts. Below are are the two most common sizes of the c-arm image intensifiers. Studies Performed With a 12”…
Read MoreMajor C-Arm Manufacturers
Major C-Arm Manufacturers: GE-OEC The GE-OEC 9900 is by far the most popular C-arm in the United States. Most surveys show that 7 out of 10 mobile C-arms in use in the US are GE-OEC C-arms. GE-OEC has an overall 71% market share. In the general surgery and orthopedic segments, GE OEC c-arms market share…
Read MoreC-Arm Uses and Definition
C-Arm Uses and Definition: A medical imaging unit used primarily for fluoroscopic imaging during surgical and orthopedic procedures. A c-arm uses a computer workstation to view, manipulate, store and transfer the images. The C-Arm is named for the C-shaped arm used to connect the x-ray source and x-ray detector to one another. The first C-arm…
Read MoreMedical Imaging Equipment Safety Considerations
Medical imaging equipment safety considerations are a concern to both patients and medical staff. By observing the following, the risk to both patients and staff can be lowered: Medical Imaging Equipment Safety Rules: General: Understand and follow Federal regulations requiring a C-Arm maximum output to have a limit. Make sure to thoroughly scan and go…
Read MoreSelling Your Medical Equipment
Selling your medical equipment, no longer needed at your facility, can be difficult. You have to find the right venue, decide on price, etc and it will take a lot of valuable time away from your regular business. Pacific Healthcare Imaging has been in the business of buying medical equipment for many years. We take…
Read MoreRefurbished Medical Equipment
Refurbished medical equipment is a viable route to consider when new equipment comes at a cost that is sometimes too high to pay. Used equipment is certainly much more affordable, but you may have concerns about buying “used” equipment. Luckily there are a lot of options out there, even when it comes to medical equipment.…
Read MoreOEC 9900 C-Arm
OEC 9900 C-Arm Elite image processing power is 100 times greater than older OEC C-Arm models. It uses Dynamic Range Management and is capable of producing 1k x 1k high-resolution images. GE Healthcare has set the standard for c-arms and the OEC 9900 c-arm is no different, incorporating leading edge performance and enriched technology. The…
Read MoreC-Arm Machines
C-Arm machines are named for the C-shaped arm present in the device that is used to connect the x-ray source and the detector. These C-Arm machines are widely used during orthopedic, complicated surgical, pain management, and emergency procedures, and provide high-resolution X-ray images in real time. Healthcare professionals monitor progress and make decisions accordingly. It’s…
Read MoreOEC Monitor Upgrades
OEC monitor upgrades have several options: a single, large split screen, two individual screens, fixed screens, rotating screens, screens on an articulating arm. There are also 1k, 2k, and now, 4k resolution. OEC Monitor Upgrade There is a board range of prices, depending on options. At the high end is including an articulating arm, while…
Read MoreX-Rays
X-Rays have revolutionized the medical industry. Healthcare providers can now clearly peer into the human body without intrusion. X-Ray – Discovery and First Use: Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, a professor at Wuerzburg University in Germany discovered the x-ray 1895. When the cathode ray was active in his laboratory with high voltage, fluorescent minerals nearby began to…
Read MoreFluoroscopic Imaging
Fluoroscopic imaging is used at least 50% of the time on an estimated 4-10 million patients in the U.S., using equipment such as a Fluoroscopic C-Arm. Most clinicians favor fluoroscopy because it allows for a more exact needle placement, which ensures the accurate delivery of the injected drug. However, fluoroscopic guidance as an interventional technique…
Read MoreMobile Imaging Systems
Mobile Imaging Systems are an essential part of everyday hospital life, due to their ability to move around the patient. The optimum angle for a high-quality image is achieved, while keeping the patient comfortable. Specialists in fields such as surgery, orthopedics, traumatology, vascular surgery and cardiology use C-arms for intraoperative imaging. The devices provide high-resolution…
Read MoreDigital Images For C-Arms
Digital images are the way to go in today’s medical imaging field if hospitals, outpatient facilities, and private practices are to stay competitive. Digital images are easily transferred throughout the hospital and other health care facilities. They can be stored in patients’ electronic health care records to be reviewed later without the need for patients…
Read MoreUpgrading C-Arms
Upgrading C-Arms will help hospital CEO’s and radiologists under pressure to reduce funds without reducing the quality of imaging systems. Radiologists are predicting a spike in fluoroscopic cases in 2022 -2024, and c-arms will need to be in good working order to meet demands. The predicted increase in fluoroscopic procedures could overtax an older c-arm,…
Read MoreC-Arm Rentals
C-Arm rentals can be an attainable operating expense that fits into even modest budgets. For many hospitals, clinics, or private imaging centers, buying a new or used C-Arm requires large capital expenditures. The greatest value of renting is the low risk it carries. It brings the equipment you need into your facility, and costs you…
Read MoreCardiac Procedures – Outpatient
Cardiac procedures, as well as many other surgeries deemed elective during the pandemic, were postponed. This was a problem for many healthcare professionals. Many outpatient facilities began performing cardiac procedures such as stent placements, catheterizations, and pacemaker implants. Now, almost 70% of cardiac procedures are taking place in hospital outpatient settings. Insurers are reimbursing outpatient…
Read MoreC-Arm Technology
C-Arm technology has dramatically improved in the past few years. Mobile C-Arms are delivering the same high quality images that costly fixed-arm platforms are delivering. They are also getting easier and easier to use. Imaging: Flat panel CMOS image detectors are allowing surgeons to magnify images without increasing radiation dose or losing clarity. By using…
Read MoreOEC C-Arm Electrical Specifications
OEC C-Arm electrical specifications are one of the first concerns facilities have when purchasing their first OEC c-arm system. As well as deciding where the system will be located, they are wondering if they will have to have special electrical work done before installing the OEC system. The short answer – NO. The OEC c-arm…
Read MoreElite CFD – Alpha C-Arm Comparison
Elite CFD – Cios Alpha C-Arm are high-quality, fully digital systems that have current, flat-panel detector models. OEC and Siemens are two of the biggest names among C-arm manufacturers, and have a reputation for quality. Following is a comparison of hardware and technology elements of the Elite CFD – Cios Alpha C-Arm systems. Generator Power:…
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