Image Intensifier

About Image Intensifier

Image Intensifier Services at Nano Hospitals support advanced diagnostic and surgical procedures by providing real-time, high-resolution imaging during medical interventions. This technology enhances X-ray images, allowing doctors to clearly visualize internal structures such as bones, joints, blood vessels, and surgical instruments while performing procedures

Overview

An image intensifier is a medical imaging device, commonly integrated with a C-arm fluoroscopy system, that converts low-intensity X-rays into brighter, visible images. This allows doctors to see moving internal structures in real time during procedures, improving accuracy and safety.

At Nano Hospitals, image intensifier systems are used in operation theatres and procedure rooms to assist specialists in performing precise, minimally invasive treatments.

Workflow

Step 1: Procedure Planning
The doctor determines the need for real-time imaging guidance during a surgical or interventional procedure.

Step 2: Patient Positioning
The patient is positioned on the procedure table, and the C-arm machine is aligned to capture the required anatomical area.

Step 3: Real-Time Imaging
Low-dose X-rays pass through the body, and the image intensifier converts them into clear live images displayed on monitors.

Step 4: Guided Intervention
Doctors use the live images to guide instruments, implants, injections, or catheters with high precision.

Step 5: Post-Procedure Review
Images are reviewed to confirm correct placement or treatment outcome before completing the procedure.

Benefits & Value

For Patients

More accurate and minimally invasive procedures
Smaller incisions and faster recovery times
Reduced risk of complications due to precise guidance

For Doctors

Real-time visualization of internal anatomy
Improved accuracy in implant placement and interventions
Better clinical outcomes in complex procedures

For the Community

Access to advanced image-guided treatments locally
Reduced need for large open surgeries
Improved trauma and emergency surgical car

Risks & Challenges

• Exposure to low levels of radiation (kept within safe limits)
• Need for strict radiation protection measures
• Technical precision required for optimal image quality
• Limited use in certain patients depending on condition

Frequently Asked Questions

Is radiation exposure safe during these procedures?
Yes, radiation doses are kept as low as possible with strict safety measures.

Is the procedure painful?
The imaging itself is painless; comfort depends on the medical procedure being performed.

Where is an image intensifier commonly used?
It is frequently used in orthopaedic surgeries, fracture fixation, pain management injections, and urology procedures.

Does this replace CT or MRI scans?
No, it provides real-time guidance during procedures, while CT and MRI are diagnostic imaging tests.

Are these services available for emergency surgeries?
Yes, image intensifier support is available for emergency and trauma procedures.