REALIZED: GROUNDBREAKING RESOLUTION OF 80 µm VOXEL

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 ZOOM RECONSTRUCTION
X-ray

THE ZOOM RECONSTRUCTION function can generates high resolution, Radiographic Procedure
Flat Panel Detector (FPD) Automatic Positioning Function A small cone-shaped X-ray beam irradiates the FPD for
80 µm voxel size, 3D-CT images for the region of interest from
For ø 40 x H 40 mm, ø 60 x H 60 mm, ø 80 x H 80 mm and approximately 18 seconds while the C-arm makes one
ø 100 x H 100 mm images, increasing the distance between large size image already obtained. This allows for higher-level 360° rotation around the region of interest. The raw
Temporal bone : ø 60 × H 60 mm images are digitized in the FPD and are transferred to the
the center of the object being X-rayed and the FPD, the beams examination and diagnosis.
are almost parallel, delivering high resolution images with host computer. After post-processing, a reconstruction
minimum distortion. Optimized collimation of the X-ray beam algorithm generates super-high resolution, 3D-CT images
for each selected image area decreases the radiation dose displayed on the computer monitor.
and scattered radiation. Choice of Resolution Options
Voxel sizes of 80 µm, 125 µm, 160 µm or 250 µm can be selected 170 mm Low Patient Exposure Dose
as the resolution for each image area. The exposure time is approximately 18 sec. and the
Default setting ø 40 × H 40 mm: 80 µm patient exposure dose is 1/7* the CTDIw value of a
ø 60 × H 60 mm: 125 µm conventional CT.
ø 80 × H 80 mm: 160 µm 120 mm
ø 170 × H 120 mm
ø 100 × H 100 mm: 250 µm
ø 170 × H 120 mm: 250 µm

Anisotropic voxel
Paranasal sinuses : ø 100 × H 100 mm
ø 100 × H 100 mm
Voxel size

0.25 mm

m
0.25 mm

m
(250 µm)

25
0.08 mm

m
0.

m
0.7 mm
(80 µm)

0
1.
0.08 mm
ø 80 × H 80 mm 0.25 mm
0.25 mm
0.25 mm 0.08 mm 0.7 mm Isotropic voxel

ø 60 × H 60 mm Isotropic Voxel
High Resolution is Maintained Even The voxel is an isotropic cube that provides a highly detailed
When the Image Area is Increased image without artifacts that are usually caused by slice pitch
ø 40 × H 40 mm From a wide image area (ø 170 × H 120 and helical pitch that are common with medical CT scans.
mm) to a narrow image area (ø 40 × H
ø 170 × H 120 mm, voxel size: 250 µm resliced image Voxel: The minimum unit of 3D data.
40 mm), high resolution is maintained
with minimum distortion even as the
image is expanded from ø 40 × H 40 mm Ø 50 × H 50 mm, voxel size: 80 µm voxel size: 250 µm voxel size: 80 µm
Observation of the paranasal sinuses together with right and Wide yet smooth and distortion-free 80 µm * CTDIw value measurement is made according to IEC 60601-2-44 with Morita’s recom-
to ø 170 × H 120 mm. mended loading factor. The comparison is to the reference CTDIw value for the maxil-
left temporal bone : ø 170 × H 120 mm high resolution images
lofacial and parallel sinus indicated in ICRP Pub. 87 Appendix A (ø 40 mm H 40 mm).
 CsI scintillator

HIGH DEFINITION / LOW DOSE

THE ULTRA-SENSITIVE, HIGH RESOLUTION

THE CULMINATION OF CUTTING-EDGE Pixel
Digital Signal
Flat Panel Detector (FPD) provides
MECHATRONICS AND HIGH DEFINITION a-Si (amorphous
high definition 3D-CT images for a silicon) array

DISPLAY ALGORITHM
more thorough examination while
The 3D Accuitomo 170 offers a minute voxel
diagnosing temporal bones, paranasal
size of just 80 µm (micrometer). This super-fine
sinuses, mandible, skull base, etc.
voxel combined with the unit’s 14 bit grayscale

capability displays an amazing level of clarity

never before seen in the world of 3D-CT imaging.

Newly developed Zoom Reconstruction function

Flat Panel Detector (FPD) No image Distortion
Five image sizes available Spatial Resolution* The FPD provides a high quality image by The flat plane of the image receptor provides the non distorted X-ray
ø 40 × H 40 mm, ø 60 × H 60 mm, ø 80 × H 80 mm
MTF: Modulation Transfer Function converting X-ray intensity into digital signals. It projection. The less accurate compensation process needed for the
ø 100 × H 100 mm, ø 170 × H 120 mm
is not affected by the magnetic field, has superior analog system is no longer necessary for the FPD.
MTF [%]
Offers High definition 3D-CT images with low patient dose 100 sensitivity and resolution, and due to its wide
90 dynamic range and rich expressive imaging Wide Dynamic Range **
Displays both hard and soft tissue Tube Voltage: 60 kV tone it delivers high-quality 3D-CT images with A wide dynamic range produces a precise grayscale differentiation
80
A wide dynamic range and precise grayscale Tube Current: 1.0 mA minimum distortion. capability. This makes it possible to view both hard and soft tissue.
70
differentiation capability MTF at 2 Lp/mm = 13.2 % The FPD provides a higher reproducibility of the grayscale using 14
60
The X-rays are converted into visible light by the bit technology.
Enables comprehensive examination for diagnosing 50
CsI scintillator. Then, an amorphous silicon array
temporal bone, paranasal sinuses, mandible, skull base, 40
converts the light into an electrical signal.
etc.
30
The FPD is quite thin and has a long lifespan.
One Data Viewer Software 20 Creates very high quality radiographs of soft-tissue areas as * Spatial resolution refers to how distinct an image appears the smaller it becomes; it measures
well as hard tissue areas. the fineness of an image. Spatial frequency is the unit of measurement of line pairs per distance
10 Super-High Resolution (mm). As the map scale decreases, the patterns of contrast become harder to see. This is known
Volume rendering function 0 The resolution of the 3D Accuitomo 170 is greater as MTF (Modulation Transfer Function). It represents the number of line pairs per 1 mm that can
0 1 2 3 4 be distinguished based on contrast. It is said that humans can only differentiate about 10%.
Intra-clinic network compatibility than 2 line pairs per mm (MTF 10%). The highly
Spatial Frequency [Lp/mm] detailed images have a voxel size of 80 µm. ** Dynamic range: Numerical values express the reproducibility of the signal and the ratio of
Compact This function is based on data from a typical product. the largest and smallest input values in dBs. The dynamic range of the digital signal is also
sometimes expressed in bits. The highest signal level is taken to be the level remaining after
Floor space: 1,620 mm × 1,200 mm subtracting the noise level. The value of the dynamic range indicates how weak of a signal can
be reproduced – or, in other words, how high the contrast resolution will actually turn out to be.

Basis technology provided by NUBIC (Nihon University Business,

Research and Intellectural Property Center). Developed in collaboration with
Nihon University School of Dentistry and J.Morita Mfg. Corp.
EASY IMAGE PROCESSING

MULTIPLE IMAGE PROCESSING functions allow the i-Dixel volume-rendering

software to display a variety of helpful information. The software is

seamlessly integrated into your network environment.

Volume Rendering Other Key Features

The volume-rendering capability of i-Dixel „ XYZ view windows
generates a three dimensional image of „ Reslicing
anatomical structure on the display moni- „ Zoom
tor. High definition 3D-CT images of both „ Rotate
hard and soft tissue can be obtained by „ Histogram
adjusting the histogram and threshold level „ Edge enhancement
depending on the region of interest. „ Distance and angle
measurement
Real-Time Reslice „ Negative image
Volume-rendering images and slice images „ Mirror image
are linked. Observation angles and/or slic- „ Slice distance
ing angles can be viewed simultaneously measurement
and easily manipulated in real time by „ DICOM 3.0 compliant
simply dragging anywhere on the volume „ Density control
or slice images. „ Spatial frequency filtering
„ Patient orientation display
Curved MPR „ Density measurement
Orthogonal cross-sectional images along
dental arch can be observed.
 SHARING IMAGE DATA

INSTALLING i-Dixel SOFTWARE on all intra-clinic computers enables

sharing of image data on each linked computer. Observation of

images on non-network computers can be achieved with One Data

Viewer without installing i-Dixel.

One Data Viewer Software DICOM Support (Optional)

One Data Viewer is a unique Morita soft- i-Dixel can be seamlessly integrated into
ware feature which is a stand-alone, execut- a DICOM compatible clinic network envi-
able application. It allows 3D-CT images to ronment. DICOM, or Digital Imaging and
be viewed on computers without i-Dixel. Communications in Medicine, creates and
Data files can be taken anywhere and maintains an international standard for
viewed on any computer without i-Dixel. image data communication and storage,
3D Accuitomo 170 to achieve compatibility between various
One Data Viewer EX information systems in health care envi-
3D-CT images and patient information can ronments. DICOM enables the exchange
be observed. of diagnostic images, patient examination
data and other relevant information regard-
One Data Viewer Plus (Optional) less of the manufacturer or model of the
i-Dixel software i-Dixel software i-Dixel software In addition to the One Data Viewer EX func- medical imaging systems involved. It also
tions, the Plus version provides distance supports the system architecture link to
Intra-clinic network
and angle measurement, zooming, image HIS/RIS.
Out of network computer reversal, and additional adjustments for
In external clinic networks without 3D Accuitomo 170, brightness, contrast, and gamma curve. i-Dixel Supports the Following DICOM
3D-CT images can be viewed on a PC with both of Service Classes:
the following methods:
i-Dixel Viewer Software 1. Modality worklist management
By installing i-Dixel Viewer software on service class
any computer, all i-Dixel features can be 2. Storage service class
utilized. 3. Modality performed procedure step
service class
i-Dixel Viewer Software One Data Viewer
4. Print management service class
 SIMPLE, ACCURATE POSITIONING

THE THREE POSITIONING laser beams make patient positioning easy.

The chinrest stabilizes patient’s head to avoid movement.

Scout images enable even more accurate positioning.

Easy as One, Two, Three

X cursor Y cursor The region of interest can be easily targeted using the three positioning laser beams.
During the X-ray exposure, the patient is stabilized by the chinrest and the headrest.

Z cursor

2-Directional Scout
For even more accurate positioning, scout images* can be created. After positioning,
take two still X-ray images of coronal and sagittal views to confirm the positioning
accuracy. In case the correction is necessary, it can be fine adjusted by dragging
the cursor on the monitor to desired center of the region of interest. Then the chair
will automatically move to the corrected position by hitting the “ready” key on the
operation panel.

3D-CT image with

the region of interest
located at the center.
*Taking scout images (80 kV, 5 mA) increases X-ray dosage by approximately 6%.
 ZOOM RECONSTRUCTION OF REGION OF INTEREST

Resolution Power of 80 µm! After the zoom reconstruction,

More detail can be observed by applying the 3D observation of the detailed
zoom reconstruction (80 µm voxel size) to the anatomical structure can be
specified region of interest such as the temporal performed by applying the
bone or paranasal sinuses. volume rendering.

Temporal bone image ø 60 × H 60 mm, voxel size: 125 µm

Zoom reconstruction image of the ossicular chain

Paranasal sinuses image ø 100 × H 100 mm, voxel size: 250 µm Zoom reconstruction image of the ethmoidal sinus
 REDUCING THE EFFECTIVE DOSE WITH A LIMITED
MITED AREA C
CT HIGH RESOLUTION EVEN OVER A WIDE IMAGE
MAGE AREA

THE EFFECTIVE DOSE can be reduced by selecting the appropriate image HIGH DEFINITION IMAGE of Ø 170 × H 120 mm size enables the com-

area size to fit the region of interest. prehensive examination and diagnosis of the soft and hard

tissues over the entire head and neck region.

IMAGE AREA : ø 40 mm x H 40 mm, ø 60 mm x H 60 mm,

ø 80 mm x H 80 mm, ø 100 mm x H 100 mm, ø 170 mm x H 120 mm

Scout images

Volume rendering images

Ø 170 × H 120 mm, voxel size: 250 µm ( 90 kV, 6 mA )
 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions Specifications
X-ray room Trade Name 3D Accuitomo
Internal size: W x D x H
2,000 mm x 1,800 mm x 2,400 mm XYZ Slice View Tomograph
(78-3/4” x 70-7/8” x 94-1/2”)
Model MCT-1
Type EX1/2 F17
Input Voltage 100/110/120VAC
220/230/240VAC
Power Consumption max. 2.0 kVA
X-ray Head
Dedicated PCs Tube Voltage 60 - 90 kV
Tube Current 1-10 mA
Control Box
Focal Spot Size 0.5 mm
Exposure Time 18 seconds or less
Size of Imaging Area Diameter 40 × Height 40 mm, Diameter 60 × Height 60 mm
Diameter 80 × Height 80 mm, Diameter 100 × Height 100 mm
Diameter 170 × Height 120 mm
Voxel Size 80 µm, 125 µm, 160 µm, 250 µm
Outer Dimensions
Main Unit 1,620 mm × 1,200 mm × 2,080 mm
(W x D x H) (63-3/4” x 47-1/4” x 81-7/8”)
Control Box 96 mm × 40 mm × 115 mm
(W x D x H) (3-3/4” x 1-5/8” x 4-1/2”)
Weight Approx. 400 kg. (882 lb)

Outlet of computer cable and operation cable * X-ray protection should be provided for the patient when X-rays are emitted.
Outlet of power supply * Design and specifications are subject to change without notification.
Outlet of operation cable
Outlet of computer cable

Local distributor
Developed and Manufactured by
J. MORITA Mfg. Corp.
680 Higashihama Minami-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto,
612-8533 Japan
Tel: +81-75-605-2323, Fax: +81-75-605-2355, e-mail: iryokiki@jmorita-mfg.co.jp
http://www.jmorita-mfg.com

JMMC PUB.No.ME0001 2008.04