Bone Tumor
Category Oncologic Finding Term Bone Tumor Definition of Bone Tumor Primary Or Metastatic Neoplasm Of Bone With Radiographic Features Varying By Type Notes About Bone Tumor Requires Correlation With Clinical And Advanced Imaging
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CT Scanner (Computed Tomography)
Category Diagnostic Imaging Typical Use Cross sectional imaging for trauma, oncology, and diagnostics. Description A gantry based X ray system that acquires cross sectional images of the body with high spatial resolution, enabling rapid evaluation of trauma, stroke, pulmonary embolism, and oncologic staging through contrast enhanced and noncontrast protocols. CT imaging provides detailed anatomic information, … Read more
Patient Flow Optimization
Category Operational Strategy Term Patient Flow Optimization Definition of Patient Flow Optimization Scheduling, Prep, And Throughput Measures To Reduce Wait Times And Improve Scanner Utilization Notes About Patient Flow Optimization Enhances Patient Experience
Incubator (Laboratory)
Category Laboratory Equipment Typical Use Grow microbial or cell cultures at controlled temperature. Description A temperature controlled chamber used to incubate microbiological cultures, cell lines, or biochemical reactions at precise temperatures to support growth and experimental conditions, commonly used in microbiology, cell biology, and clinical laboratories. Incubators may provide humidity control, CO? regulation for mammalian … Read more
Modularity
Category Design Principle Term Modularity Definition of Modularity Designing Systems As Interchangeable Components To Simplify Development, Maintenance, And Upgrades Notes About Modularity Enables Reuse And Customization
Sphincterotome
Category Endoscopy ERCP Typical Use Perform controlled sphincterotomy of the biliary or pancreatic sphincter during ERCP. Description A specialized catheter with an electrosurgical cutting wire used during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography to incise the sphincter of Oddi, facilitating biliary or pancreatic duct access, stone extraction, and stent placement. Sphincterotomy requires precise technique, appropriate electrosurgical settings, and … Read more
Otoscope
Category Diagnostic Typical Use Inspect ear canal and tympanic membrane. Description A handheld instrument with a light source and magnifying lens used to examine the external auditory canal and tympanic membrane for signs of infection, perforation, cerumen impaction, or foreign bodies. Otoscopy is a routine part of pediatric and adult examinations and helps guide diagnosis … Read more
Stereotactic Robot
Category Neurosurgery Precision Typical Use Assist in precise instrument guidance for intracranial procedures. Description Robotic platforms integrated with stereotactic planning systems that enhance accuracy of electrode placement, biopsy trajectories, and deep brain stimulation lead implantation by translating imaging coordinates into precise instrument motion while improving reproducibility and reducing operative time.
Spot Film
Category Fluoroscopy Function Term Spot Film Definition of Spot Film High Quality Static Radiograph Obtained During Fluoroscopy For Documentation Notes About Spot Film Often Used In GI And Interventional Procedures
Receiving Checklist
Category Inventory Control Term Receiving Checklist Definition of Receiving Checklist Checklist For Inspecting And Accepting Delivered Imaging Supplies And Equipment Notes About Receiving Checklist Prevents Errors