While there are a few of the more obvious differences in full-sized, compact, and mini C-Arms, these systems do come with their own differences. With the relevant features that each system has, choosing the right one may differ according to the type of medical practices conducted.
The following is a set of differentiating factors and the benefits that each C-Arm would come with.
A mini C-Arm can be used for:
Performing scan extremities on the:
• Hands.
• Wrists.
• Feet.
• Ankles.
• Knees.
• Shoulders.
The most popular mini C-Arms in the market include:
• Orthoscan HD.
• The OEC 6600.
• The Fluoroscan – Premier, Premier Encore, Insight, and Insight 2.
A full-sized C-Arm:
Consists of a table and the patient fits between the Image Intensifier and the C-Arm tube.
A full-sized C-Arm can scan nearly every part of the human anatomy.
The 9 inch Image Intensifier is typically used more for orthopedic and pain management procedures. Whereas, the 12 inch Image Intensifier is normally used for vascular studies.
The most popular full-sized C-Arms in the market include:
• The OEC – 9000, 9400, 9600, 9800, and the 9900.
• Philips BV 25, 29, 300, and the Pulsera.
• Siemens Siremobile 2000, Varic, Avantic.
A compact C-Arm:
This device is the hybrid of the C-Arm family and consists of only a 9 inch Image Intensifier. These systems are incredibly beneficial due to their mobility and small footprint.
The most popular compact C-Arms in the market include:
• The OEC – 7600, 7700, 7900.
• Philips – Endura, Libra.
• Ziehm – 7000 compact, Quantum.
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