AlluraClarity with ClarityIQ technology

ClarityIQ is a novel X-ray imaging technology that combines advanced real-time image processing with state-of-the-art hardware. Studies have shown AlluraClarity with ClarityIQ to dramatically reduce X-ray dose, resulting in reduced risk of complications from radiation exposure for patients. ᵃ,ᶠ This also enables longer procedures to treat obese and high-risk patients. ᵃ,ᶠ At the same time, ClarityIQ decreases scatter radiation, thereby reducing long-term health risk for physicians and staff. ᵃ,ᶠ

By aligning images with each other before subtraction, Real-time Pixel Shift helps reduce motion artifacts. The AlluraClarity performs pixel shifting automatically and in real-time using the Automatic Motion Control (AMC) feature. During neuro interventions, for example, AMC corrects for skull and motion artifacts. This is particularly important when placing small devices at the base of the skull.

Philips XperSwing acquires RAO/LAO cranial/caudal views in just one acquisition run by moving the C-arm in a curved trajectory instead of multiple acquisitions. This facilitates reduction of contrast medium and radiation exposure, while providing a complete visualization of complex coronary vasculature. Additional views are also captured, providing a more comprehensive appraisal of the coronary tree.

The flexible digital imaging pipeline of the ClarityIQ technology has been designed to carry out the individual image processing algorithms in a more efficient way. This unlocks unprecedented dose management capabilities and clinical flexibility for healthcare facilities. Unlike many conventional systems that carry out image processing in a sequential manner, the AlluraClarity’s digital imaging pipeline performs many image processing blocks in parallel and in stages. This enables the system to process more images, more quickly with no noticeable delay between acquisition and display.

With the FlexVision XL 56-inch 8-megapixel monitor you experience an unprecedented level of detail and comfort for each procedure. See up to eight different inputs on a single widescreen. You have full control with flexible switching and SuperZoom technology. Video inputs can be placed anywhere, at any stage of the procedure, so the most relevant information is always easy to see.

To reduce X-ray dose without losing clinically relevant information in dynamic cardiac anatomy, ClarityIQ technology uses a new motion compensation feature. It reduces image blur on moving objects, like the heart and GI tract, in part of an image and thereby enhances the quality of the image. Because of this, far less patient dose can be used to create an image that contains the same clinically relevant information. The look of the cardiac images can be adjusted during system installation to fit physician preferences.

Easy access to premium ultrasound imaging during interventions can enhance confidence and decision making. With Philips CX50 CompactXtreme, you can access quick views of relevant soft tissue and structures to assess devices and guide deployment. Control it tableside and display its images on your procedure monitor for convenience. Use it after procedures to check placement.

ClarityIQ uses advanced spatial filtering to highlight structures and reduce the impact of background noise in an image. High-speed parallel computing capabilities enhance filtering in real time. The result is exceptional visualizations of clinically relevant structures at dramatically low levels of detector X-ray dose. This is especially beneficial for endovascular cases.

Fear of the unknown fosters nervousness and anxiety for patients undergoing an interventional procedure. Ambient Experience returns some sense of control by allowing the patient to choose a room ‘theme’ prior to the procedure, transforming the space. It is a unique way of shaping and customizing the interventional environment to meet the specific requirements of clinicians and patients.

To provide insight and clarity for each application area, over 500 system parameters have been fine-tuned within ClarityIQ technology, and individual image processing features can be adjusted independently. For example, the Real-time Pixel Shift feature with Automatic Motion Control is applied for interventional neuroradiology procedures to enhance visualization of tiny vessels, while Motion Compensation is used for cardiology interventions to apply stronger temporal noise reduction to images of the beating heart.

At Philips, we work as one with your teams. We share their dedication to solve issues before they start, and their drive to keep going day and night until the job is done. With us taking care of your systems you can focus on what really matters – delivering better care, to more people, at lower cost. Together, we can create a healthier future.

As interventions become increasingly complex, your challenges multiply. One challenge is the growing number of patients with a high BMI. Visualizing their anatomy can necessitate increased dose levels and lengthen fluoroscopy time. AlluraClarity’s low dose imaging gives you more flexibility for managing dose levels and extending fluoroscopy time to image obese and high risk patients.