MSCT (MultiSlice CT, meaning multi-layered CT) device Somatom Definition 64 represents a technological peak in the development of devices relating to computer tomography (CT), for the quality of processing as well as for the protection of patients from excessive radiation.

The device provides top-quality examination and diagnostics of all organic systems, such as the digestive tract, abdominal organs (abdomen), the chest, lungs and mediastinal organs, neurological system, examination of head and neck area and also muscular and skeletal systems. Also, the device allows a CT to be performed – angiography of aorta and its branches, carotid arteries and arteries of hands and legs, as well as brain arteries.

As a special trait among similar state-of-the-art devices, we would like to single out:

• Heart imaging and analysis of the coronary arteries patency (CT coronal angiography) without use of medication to lower heart rate

CT-coronal angiography represents an alternative to classical, catheter coronal angiography and is more comfortable and safer for the patient, considering it is a minimally invasive method.

You can find out more on heart and heart vessels imaging in MSCT 64 coronal angiography and MSCT 64 calcium score of coronary arteries.

MSCT device Brillance uses 64 channels, which means that in a period of 0.4 seconds it creates 64 images, which significantly reduces examination time. Because of its great imaging speed, the device allows top-quality examination of all the systems, for example the digestive tract and abdomen, lungs and mediastinal organs where we point out CT coronal angiography, the neurological system, examinations of head and neck, as well as muscular and skeletal systems examinations. The device also allows us to perform CT – angiography of aorta and its branches, carotid as well as the arteries of the extremities, and also the brain artery. It also applies the newest techniques in reducing radiation dose, with the aim of accomplishing top quality diagnostics with the greatest possible reduction of risk from radiation, both for the patient, as well as for the staff.

As a special trait, we would like to single out:

• Heart imaging and analysis of the coronary arteries patency (CT coronal angiography). The examination represents an alternative to classical, catheter coronal angiography and is more comfortable and safer for the patient, considering it is a minimally invasive method.
• iDOSE option which reduces the radiation dose up to 80%, while keeping the same image quality.

You can find out more about the examinations in MSCT 64 of the spine, MSCT 64 of the head, MSCT 64 of joints, and MSCT 64 screening of the lungs.

The device for magnetic resonance Achieva, which represents the top of its class of 1.5 T devices, enables neurological system disease diagnostics, a head and neck check, as well as muscular and skeletal systems check, abdominal cavity and mediastinum check, and allows us to perform MR-angiography of the aorta and its branches, carotid arteries, arm and leg arteries, and arteries in the brain.

Some of its special features are:

• Breast imaging and breast biopsy
• Entire body imaging in a very short period
• A unique application intended for blood vessels and heart diagnostics, including functional imaging of the heart.

You can find more information on magnetic resonance check-ups under Services, with emphasis on breast MR with contrast, abdomen MR, and abdominal MR screening.

The Magnetom Espree 1.5 T device represents a technological peak in the category of devices for magnetic resonance (MR).

The device enables diagnostics of neurological system disease, a head and neck check, as well as muscular and skeletal systems check, abdominal cavity and mediastinum check, and allows us to perform MR-angiography of the aorta and its branches, carotid arteries, arm and leg arteries, and arteries in the brain.

The device enables heart function imaging as well as myocardial perfusion imaging.

We would like to point out some special features of the MR device Magnetom Espree 1.5 T:

• The device is made with a unique design that allows us to perform an MR scan of patients suffering from claustrophobia, that is, patients suffering from a fear of closed and cramped spaces (10 to 15% of the general population).
• The device allows us to perform an MR scan of patients weighing over 220kg, which is considerably greater in comparison to load capacities of similar devices, whose capacities are often limited to patients weighing up to 120-130 kg.

You can find more information on check-ups that are performed with this device under Services, with emphasis on musculoskeletal MR, breast MR with contrast, abdomen MR, MR fistulography, and spine MR.

The MR Magnetom Symphony 1.5 Tesla Strength, thanks to modern technological achievements and subsequent reconstructions, enables 3D analysis of the scanned area as well as improved interpretation of reports and final diagnosis.

Magnetic resonance (MR) is a non-invasive, highly sophisticated diagnostic method that uses powerful magnet and radio valves to make images of the body without the use of ionized radiation (X-rays). There are no known harmful side effects associated with this method.

We would like to mention that the MR Magnetom Symphony is used as a method in the following cases:

• Musculoskeletal System Diagnostics (in cases of trauma, sports related injuries, inflammation diseases, degenerative joint diseases)
• Brain MR, enables the most detailed image of the brain structure
• Spine MR (for analysis of changes in intervertebral discs, other spine structures…)

You can find more information on the services we provide with the MR device under Musculoskeletal MR, Spine MR, Head MR.

A digital remote-control device for fluoroscopy and radiography, the AxiomIconos R200 is used for all gastrointestinal tract check-ups, bone imagining, including arthrography with the possibility of obtaining a live top-quality fluoroscopic image.

You can find more information on the diagnostic checks we perform with this device under Services, with emphasis on intravenous urography, histerosalpingography, guiding through the intestine by Pansdorf, and irrigography.

AxiomAristos MX – a remote-control universal digital radiography system designed for all standard check-ups of the head, spine, abdomen, extremities and lungs. The new technology based on flat detectors with direct conversion of X-ray radiation into a digital signal enables precise diagnostics and reduces the radiation needed to make an image.

You can find more information on check-ups performed with this device under Services of X-ray images of the heart, lungs, and spine X-ray.

MammomatFusion is a new generation of digital mamographs, acquired at the end of 2014 for daily breast screening and diagnostics. Fusion is a digital x-ray machine that enables breast imaging with minimal radiation exposure.

The digital unit for image analysis, with zoom-in feature for comparison with earlier images, reduces the need for additional images and enhances the reliability of breast disease diagnostics.

Mammography is a diagnostic method used for detecting breast diseases, and given the rise of malignant breast disease, it is an integral part of preventive medicine and health check-ups.

You can find more information on digital mammography and other screenings that we perform on breast disease diagnostics under Breast MR and Breast Ultrasound.

The Mammomat 1000 is used for daily breast disease screening and diagnostics. It is a digitalised device that enables image analysis on a digital unit with the zoom-in feature for comparison with earlier images, and reduces the need for additional images. The device is designed in such a way that the compression strength is automatically adjusted to breast anatomy, thereby giving additional comfort to female patients during the process of image making.

Mammography is a diagnostic method used for detecting breast diseases, and given the rise of malignant breast disease, it is an integral part of preventive medicine and health check-ups.

We would like to single out mammography as the first method in breast disease diagnostics, and you can find more information under Services, Mammography, Breast MR, and Breast Ultrasound.

4D ACUSON S1000 – a new innovative ultrasound device by Siemens designed for clinically proven innovations and applications, enabling top-quality images.

The UZV S-1000 has a set of applications that allow a wide range of advanced functions and measurements that are used in gynaecology, and thus enable high quality and clear 4D images of foetal morphology (body, head morphology, spine, detailed analysis of structures such as face and limbs).

High-resolution images give us a detailed view of the morphology and cervical mucus of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, urinary bladder, urethra and vaginal walls.  It is used in the insemination procedure (foliculometry), as well as for discovering and monitoring various benign and malignant changes in the reproductive organs.

We would like to single out:

• The use of advanced 4D image technology enables fast and precise diagnostics
• Automatic calculations reduces the time necessary for the screening of female patients
• High quality 4D images of fetal morphology

You can find more information on ultrasounds for pregnant women under Services 4D Ultrasound

4D VOLUSON S8 – an ultrasound device that enables a clear image of organs during antenatal visits and gynecological check-ups.

VOLUSON S8 is equipped with an advanced fetal echo image technology that allows us to obtain detailed three-dimensional images of the baby’s heart as well as visualization of the entire heart for detecting heart disease in unborn children.

Thanks to high-resolution images in regular yearly health check-ups through gynecological ultrasound monitoring, we have a detailed image of the morphology and cervical mucus of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, urinary bladder, urethra and vaginal walls. Pathology diagnostics of women’s reproductive system conditions are considerably improved in terms of reliability and time saving.

We would like to single out:

• High quality images used in pregnancy monitoring and an excellent view of the unborn baby’s anatomy in 4D pregnancy ultrasounds
• Color Doppler in the field of gynecology is used for blood flow measurements in cervical blood vessels and ovaries

4D VOLUSON S6 – an ultrasound device with high quality images, enables a clear image of organs during antenatal visits and gynecological check-ups.

The VOLUSON S6 is equipped with advanced fetal echo image technology that allows us to obtain detailed three-dimensional images of the baby’s heart as well as visualization of the entire heart for detecting heart disease in unborn children.

Thanks to high-resolution images in regular yearly health check-ups through gynecological ultrasound monitoring, we have a detailed image of the morphology and cervical mucus of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, urinary bladder, urethra and vaginal walls. Pathology diagnostics of women’s reproductive system conditions are considerably improved in terms of reliability and time saving.

We would like to single out:

• 2D/3D and other applications such as VCI, SonoAVCfollicle help us in diagnosing endometriosis and the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, in the monitoring of follicles development.  You can find more information at Services Gynecology Color Doppler and Gynecological Ultrasound.
• High quality images used in pregnancy monitoring, and an excellent view of the unborn baby’s anatomy in 4D pregnancy ultrasounds

Digital radiography enables a panoramic view of the upper and lower jaw teeth, a panoramic view of each segment, as well as special geometric projections (cephalometry).

Digital radiography is a highly precise device enabling high quality and detailed imaging of all structures, improving its diagnostic application, with less exposure to radiation in comparison to a standard image.

A top quality recording of ultrasound images are issued on film, in electronic record (CD/DVD), and can be sent via email.

You can find more information under Services.

The Swiss Dolorclast is a device that uses a pneumatic source of mechanical shock waves that are transmitted by means of a probe to the affected area. This therapy accelerates the metabolism, allows calcium deposits to reabsorb in the tendons, and reduces sensitivity to pain.  Effects that manifest a few moments after the treatment are a reduced sensitivity to pain due to stimulation of afferent sensory fibres of peripheral nerves, which in turn activates the mechanisms that inhibit the sense of pain in the posterior horn of the spinal cord.  Shock waves change cells’ environment which are then given an incentive to release substances that are blocking the painful stimulation; that is, which reduce local pain sensitivity (endorphins).

The effects of the treatment can last for days and months, and are caused by shock waves that affect the cell membrane in such a way that receptors are no longer transmitting signals of pain. They also stimulate the change from a chronic inflammation into an acute inflammation, thereby activating self-healing mechanisms.

The main indications for the application of radial shock-wave treatment are:

• Plantar fasciitis (inflammation of a thick band of tissues) with or without heel
• Aching shoulder (tendon calcification of the supraspinatus and infraspinatus)
• Tennis elbow
• Runner’s knee (the top of the patella syndrome)
• Tendon attachment inflammation of pelvic thigh muscles
• Achilles tendon inflammation
• Old injuries with calcification and treatment in cases of stress fractures

It has been discovered that it is possible to accelerate the healing process of bone fractures by using lower energies.

You can find more information on the check-ups under Services Shock-Wave Therapy, Dolorclast.

HILT (High Intensity Laser Therapy) treatment is a new therapeutic method which is applied by means of a HIRO device, a high intensity pulse laser for the treatment of deep muscular, tendon and joint pathological conditions caused by traumas and/or degenerative changes. Contractures are handled efficiently with pain relief, enhancing nutrient supply, and re-absorption of accumulated water. It reduces joint inflammation and stimulates cartilage regeneration.

Indications for the application of HILT therapy are:

• Osteoarthritis and degenerative cartilage diseases
• Bursitis, synovitis, capsulitis, epicondylitis (inflammation of mucous bursa, membrane, joint capsule, and epicondyle)
• Tendonitis and tenosynovitis (tendon and tendon envelope inflammation)
• Edemas and hematomas caused by trauma
• Post-traumatic conditions and conditions caused by overload
• Sports injuries.

You can find more information on the check-ups under Services High Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT).

The Chemistry Analyzer AU400 can determine 50 different checks, with a maximum speed of 800 tests per hour. Average time for an analysis and measurement is 20 minutes. The AU400, in the shortest time possible, enables blood and urine sample analyses (serum). It is also used for the determination of markers for diseases of the kidneys, pancreas, liver, and heart, including lipid status, as well as diagnosis and diabetes monitoring.

It is of great assistance in discovering anemia caused by a lower number of red blood cells, and in early diagnosis of acute bacterial inflammation. A great advantage of state-of-the-art analytical technology and laboratory computerization in the Sunce Polyclinic system is testing and issuing results on the same day, most often within 2 hours from the moment of taking the blood sample, and includes report delivery via email.

You can find more information on biochemistry check-ups under Services General Biochemistry.