Multi-Slice Computed Tomography (CT) Imaging Technology at Penn (IMAGE)

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

Multi-Slice Computed Tomography (CT) Imaging Technology at Penn

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The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) is now offering the newest multi-slice computed tomography (CT) imaging technology to patients, becoming the first hospital in Philadelphia armed with pioneering dual X-ray source technology -- which produces amazingly detailed 3-D images of the heart. Benefits of the new technology to patients include: no medication, less radiation and faster imaging time.

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Courtesy: Siemens Medical Solutions

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