NEW CS 9300 System for Point-of-Care CT Imaging
Designed for Otolaryngology (ENT) Applications
For fast and accurate diagnoses, choose the new CS 9300: the point-of-care CT system that is easy to implement and afford. Featuring a range of fields of view and resolutions, the unit is ideal for visualizing temporal bone and sinus structures–and all with up to 94% less radiation than conventional CT exams.
Affordably Expand Your Services
Point-of-care CT scanning brings a new source of revenue to your practice. As one of the most affordable systems available, the CS 9300's return on investment is surprisingly attractive for both small and large practices.
Complete Solution, Expert Accreditation Support
The CS 9300 is a no surprise, complete solution for implementing CT services in your practice. And onsite accreditation support from a leading industry expert is included at no additional cost.
Superb Image Quality at a Low Dose
Delivering high-resolution images (0.09 - 0.5 mm slice thickness), the CS 9300 is ideal for visualizing sinuses and the fine bony structures of the temporal bone. Additionally, images are delivered at radiation doses up to 94% less than conventional CT systems.
Benefit From Better Patient Care
The CS 9300 provides immediate access to CT scans enabling faster, more accurate diagnosis and treatment. And your patients will welcome the convenience point-of-care imaging provides.
A Name You Can Trust
With over a century of diagnostic imaging expertise, Carestream provides the stability, reliability and expertise you need -- so you can count on us to be here for you today, as well as tomorrow.
3D/CBCT Modality Specifications
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Scan mode: continuous and pulse
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Scanning time: 12-28 seconds (+/- 10%)
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Voxel size (µm): 90 to 500 (0.09 to 0.50 mm slice thickness)
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Fields of view (cm): 5x5, 8x8, 10x5, 10x10, 17x6, 17x11, 17x13.5. Some fields of view are not used for sinus or temporal bone imaging
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Reconstruction times: less than two minutes based on recommended computer system configuration requirements
Other Specifications
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Tube voltage: 60 - 90 kV
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Tube current: 2 - 15 mA
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Frequency: 140 kHz
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Tube focal spot: 0.7 mm (IEC 60336)
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Input voltage: 220/230/240V – 50/60Hz, 110/110/130V – 50/60Hz
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Weight: 160 kg (353 lb.)
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Footprint: 1158 (L) x 1595 (D) x 2378 mm (H) or 45.6 (L) x 62.8 (D) x 93.6 inches (H)
An optional cephalometric module will be available in the future
This table summarizes the compatibility of the CS 9300 with major image guided surgery systems. For systems not listed, please call Carestream to verify compatibility.
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Company
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Product
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Recommended Protocol*
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| GE |
InstaTrak 3500 |
IGS Mask (HC) |
| Medtronic |
LandmarX Evolution / Element StealthViz Fusion |
IGS (HC) or IGS Mask (HC) IGS (HC) or IGS Mask (HC) IGS (HC) or IGS Mask (HC) |
| BrainLAB |
VectorVision Kolibri ENT |
IGS (HC) IGS (HC) |
| Stryker |
Stryker Navigation System with iNtellect ENT Software (point and mask options) Stryker Navigation System |
IGS Mask (HC)
IGS (HC)
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| Karl Storz |
Karl Storz Surgical Cockpit Navigation Panel Unit |
IGS (HC) |
* IGS (HC) is the recommended protocol for point-to-point registration systems. IGS Mask (HC) is the protocol for mask registration systems. Both protocols use high contrast (HC) acquisition protocols.
With up to 94% less radiation than conventional CT units, the CS 9300 is ideal for patients, especially pediatric patients and those patients who require multiple CT scans. Below is an effective dose comparison of CS 9300 system1 and conventional multi-slice CT (MSCT) systems.2,3,4
1 Ludlow JB. Effective doses of CS 9300 cone beam CT system conducted in June 2011. ICRP 2007 tissue weights used. Absorbed dose calculated for bone marrow, thyroid, esophagus, skin, bone surface, salivary glands, brain, lymphatic nodes, extrathoracic airway, muscle, oral mucosa.
2 Faccioli et al. Radiation dose saving through the use of cone beam CT in hearing impaired patients. Radiol Med. 114: 1308-1319, 2009.
3 Niu et al. Radiation dose to the lens using different temporal bone CT scanning protocols. AJNR 31: 226-229, 2010.
4 Ludlow JB, Ivanovic M. Comparative dosimetry of dental CBCT devices and 64-slice CT for oral and maxillofacial radiology. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 106: 106-114, 2008.
 Paranasal sinus | |  Paranasal sinus | |  Paranasal sinus |
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 Temporal bone | |  Cochlear implant | |  Bilateral temporal bone |
Expert Accreditation Support
Carestream’s unique and comprehensive accreditation support program includes one-day onsite accreditation support and unlimited online and telephone support for one year. It also includes in-depth application support, policies and procedures, third-party medical physicist services, quality control testing support and final review of submitted application materials.
CS9300 Product Training
Learn from the experts. Our innovative training programs take a blended approach that mixes onsite and self-paced online classes to provide complete product knowledge. This learning approach gives you the opportunity to focus on specific tasks or functions as you learn the product.
Radiation Safety
Training
Carestream has partnered with a medical physics expert to provide an online, 3-hour, self-paced comprehensive radiation safety course. The course satisfies the ICACTL (www.icactl.org) accreditation requirement when the course is completed with a 100% score.
Service and Support, Guaranteed
Thanks to Carestream's own training, installation and phone support team and a large network of Carestream-certified field engineers throughout the US, you can be sure of an excellent installation and training experience and maximum equipment uptime. And the optional extended service plan provides additional features, such as: equipment maintenance and repair services, software upgrades, remote image archiving and access, online learning, 24-hour onsite response times, and accreditation support.
When you think of the world’s first focused-field point-of-care CT, the first packaged x-ray film, or even the first proven wireless digital radiographic detector and medical dry laser imager, you may not think of Carestream Health*... but you should.
Because that’s who we are—a world leader in medical and dental imaging innovation for over 100 years.With the new CS 9300 system, we are excited to leverage our imaging expertise to provide an affordable and easy-to-implement point-of-care CT solution for otolaryngology and allergy practices. So when you hear the name Carestream, Frost & Sullivan’s 2010 Medical Imaging Company of the Year, now you will know exactly who we are.
*In 2007, we changed our name to Carestream Health when Onex Corporation purchased Eastman Kodak Company’s Health Group. Learn more about Carestream Health.
For more information on the CS 9300, call
1-888-477-4359.