Piedmont Augusta unveiled its new, state-of-the-art nuclear cardiology gamma camera imaging system at the Cardiovascular Imaging Center on Piedmont Augusta’s main campus in Suite 5300 on Oct.17.
The newly installed GE MyoSPECT imaging system, powered by advanced cadmium zinc telluride (CZT) technology, marks a significant leap forward in cardiac imaging. This cutting-edge system dramatically reduces imaging time while enhancing image resolution, resulting in improved diagnostic accuracy for nuclear stress tests, a news release said.
“This technology represents a major advancement in how we care for our cardiovascular patients at this location,” said Jimel Carpenter, Piedmont Augusta’s director of cardiovascular services, in a news release. “Faster imaging times and higher resolution mean enhanced patient satisfaction, quicker diagnoses and better outcomes.”
The new MyoSPECT system completes most scans in just three to five minutes, offering a more efficient and comfortable experience for patients without compromising diagnostic quality, according to a news release. Traditional gamma camera systems typically require 15 to 20 minutes per imaging session.
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