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CMC Vellore introduces state-of-the-art AI-powered MRI scanner
Vellore: In a groundbreaking development in the realm of medical imaging, the Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore has achieved a significant milestone by acquiring the country's first low-field portable MRI scanner powered by artificial intelligence (AI). This innovative addition heralds a new era in healthcare technology, offering unprecedented versatility and efficiency in diagnostic procedures.
The portable MRI scanner is AI-powered and can be moved from one place to another with the help of a joystick.
"A Hyperfine Swoop low-field portable MRI scanner was procured recently, making CMC Vellore the first hospital in the country to have this state-of-the-art, AI-powered scanner; magnetic field of only 0.064 T, making it safer and more energy-efficient than traditional MRI scanners," the official X handle of CMC Vellore posted.
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According to an ANI report, "With power consumption of just 900 watts, equivalent to that of a coffee machine, the low-field scanner does not require cryogens, is easily portable and can be moved from one facility to another, even to the patient's bedside, using joystick control," CMC Vellore added.
The CMC Vellore further informed that the scanner is currently approved for research use in the country.
"Equipped with advanced image processing and deep learning algorithms for producing high-quality MRI images, the scanner is currently approved for research use in the country," it said.
The introduction of AI-powered MRI technology at CMC Vellore underscores the institution's leadership in healthcare innovation and its unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge medical solutions. As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, initiatives like this pave the way for enhanced diagnostic accuracy, improved patient outcomes, and greater accessibility to advanced medical services across India.
Kajal joined Medical Dialogue in 2019 for the Latest Health News. She has done her graduation from the University of Delhi. She mainly covers news about the Latest Healthcare. She can be contacted at editorial@medicaldialogues.in.