syngo.CT Cardiac Function

For an in-depth evaluation of the cardiac function the software automatically calculates the global parameters ejection fraction, myocardial mass, stroke volume, end-systolic and end-diastolic volumes. The local parameters wall motion and wall thickness are displayed in AHA conform 17-segment 2D polar maps. The assessment of congestive heart failure is facilitated.

The dedicated visualization of first pass enhancement¹ highlights ischemia and yields valuable information on the effects of a stenosis. The late enhancement¹ feature helps to categorize perfusion defects as viable or non-viable.

• Automatic removal of table, rib cage, and blood pool
• Automatic segmentation of the left and right¹ ventricle. The robust algorithms also work with MinDose data, allowing for reliable assessment of cardiac function while minimizing the dose delivered. Reducing the current to as low as 4% yields a dose reduction of up to 20%-30%. Cardiac Function evaluation with MinDose data is a perfect example of the symbiosis of syngo.via and the SOMATOM Definition Product Family.
• Straightforward navigation between cardiac phases for quick review of segmentation results.
• Automatic calculation of global and local functional parameters as soon as the case is opened
• Two calculation methods for comparison with MRI data: The standard mode includes the papillary muscles in the calculation, whereas they are excluded in the blood volume mode.
• Easy highlighting of ischemic areas with the single-click enhancement¹ functionality indicating first pass perfusion deficits with a color-coded overlay
• Facilitated evaluation of late enhancement¹ data sets by providing color coded highlighting of late contrast agent uptake
• Straightforward drawing of contours, e.g. in the case of congenital heart disease or severe cardiomyopathy
• Cardiac movie playback including adjustment of movie speed to heart rate
• AHA-conform 17-segment polar maps for visualization of first pass myocardial enhancement

• User-specific definition of customizable procedures that can be saved as individual protocols in the Protocol Configurator
• These configured protocols can be re-used for an automated generation of snapshots, radial and parallel ranges for MPR, MIP, and VRT images (incl. VRT presets) in every case
• Standardized image creation, including PACS series and filming, for time-saving in clinical routine
• Ideal to share hints, tips, and recommendations both for educational purposes and in order to increase standardization