A multiple X-ray images are taken for the breast through an arch of 30 degrees to create a 3D image. Digital Breast Tomosynthesis DBT is an image mode, which can generate cross sectional images with reduced tissue overlap, and cancerous cells can be easily diagnosed.
2D full field digital can also be provided form Planmed Clarity 3D. Biopsy procedures can be supported as well as additional work-up examinations.
Planmed Synthetic 2D or S2D™ is now available as an upgrade for Planmed Clarity 3D devices, a 2D image form DBT can now be generated without the need for an extra radiation for a tradition 2D full field image. This software feature will help to reduce the examination time and will save the patient extra radiation.
Clarity 3D from Planmed is fully motorized, compact and it can be installed in small rooms. It runs from a wall outlet for further eases daily use
Clinical Practice
These Clinical Image examples from Planmed show the high image quality in digital mammography and breast tomosynthesis from Clarity family.
The delicate breast tissue structures can be seen with optimal contrast that can be adjusted to meet every radiologist needs. Thickness equalization, grayscale optimization, contrast enhancement, edge/line enhancement, skin line enhancement and noise reduction are optimized for each image.
The Acquisition Workstation software is easy to use software for technologists. It features automatic hanging protocols and simple tools for multiple tasks
3D Images
Maxview Images
MaxView™ Breast Positioning System form Planmed helps to reach the optimal breast tissue visibility in all mammography views. MaxView uses moving radiolucent sheets above and below the compressed breast. These sheets are quickly inserted and easily installed into the upper and lower MaxView traction modules.
In the picture below, Right Cranio Caudal (RCC) view with MaxView™ applied. More breast tissues are visible in the image, including the pectoral muscle (arrow).
LeftCranio Caudal (LCC) view without MaxView™. The pectoral muscle is not visible, consequently leaving a portion of the breast outside the field of view.
In the following picture, RightMedio-Lateral Oblique (RMLO) with MaxView™ applied. The inframammary fold and significantly more pectoral muscle is visible in the image (arrow).
LeftMedio-Lateral Oblique (LMLO) view without MaxView™. A large portion of the breast tissue is left outside the field of view.
RightMedio-Lateral Oblique (RMLO) with MaxView™ applied. The inframammary fold and significantly more pectoral muscle is visible in the image (arrow).
LeftMedio-Lateral Oblique (LMLO) view without MaxView™. A large portion of the breast tissue is left outside the field of view
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About the Manufacturer
Planmed Oy, established in 1989, develops, manufactures and markets advanced imaging equipment and accessories for mammography and orthopedic imaging for healthcare professionals in over 70 countries worldwide. Planmed’s extensive mammography product range covers digital units including digital breast tomosynthesis, analog units, stereotactic biopsy devices and breast positioning systems for early detection of breast cancer. Within orthopedic 3D imaging, Planmed offers extremity CBCT imaging with low radiation dose for quicker, easier and more accurate diagnosis at the point-of-care. As well as Maxillofacial imaging option of Planmed Verity® provides wider applications with. Jaw, teeth, maxillofacial area, sinuses, temporomandibular joints (TMJ), orbits and airways can now be easily studied.
The company is part of Finnish Planmeca Group, a well-known company in medical and dental field. Planmeca Group operates in the field of health care and consists of seven divisions: Planmeca Oy, Planmed Oy, Plandent Oy, LM-Instruments Oy, Opus Systemer AS, Triangle Furniture Systems Inc and E4D Technologies. The Group’s turnover in 2016 was MEUR 730, employing nearly 2,700 people worldwide. The headquarters is located in Helsinki, Finland.
