The August/September 2024 issue of AAOS Now includes the first of of a two-part series…
pedCAT: Will it Fit?
The pedCAT has been deployed to a range of medical facilities – from large hospitals to single physician practices. Each site has its own unique requirements, and CurveBeam works with each customer to ensure the first weight bearing CT scanner dedicated to the foot & ankle meets all safety requirements. Because the pedCAT is an ultra low dose device, the shielding infrastructure required is similar to that of a plain X-Ray device. The pedCAT does not need to be in a lead lined room.
Because of its compact size and relatively minimal required shielding, the pedCAT can easily fit into a practice with limited space. Take a look at these examples: