FUJIFILMS Computed Radiography System, Series FCR XL-1 & FCR XC-1

FCR XL-1. Perfect for higher-volume practices. The FCR XL-1 can process up to 94 images per hour –yet its small size makes it ideal for small exam rooms or offices where space is limited. With this kind of speed, the FCR XL-1 also serves as a great redundancy solution, particularly during busy periods.

FCR XC-1. Ideal for lower-volume or off-site locations. With throughput speeds of up to 60 images per hour, the FCR XC-1 is the ideal choice for practices with lower caseloads that simply won’t compromise on image quality. It’s also great for off-site locations that need to transmit images back to another practice. So no matter where image acquisition takes place, you get consistent, high quality images every time.

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The FCR XL-1 and FCR XC-1. Both systems give you all the advantages of digital x-ray, such as virtual elimination of repeat exams and lost films, lower storage and management costs and more options to enhance images. With Fuji CR, anatomical menus can be customized for a wide range of procedures. Images have excellent soft-tissue detail. And special features such as Auto Stitching software streamline more labor-intensive exams, like scoliosis. FCR XL-1 and FCR XC-1 allow you to produce the highest-quality images while optimizing your practice’s workflow.

Application:
The Fuji Computed Radiography XL-1 and XC-1 are digital radiography systems utilizing storage phosphor Imaging Plates (IP) as an x-ray detection device. FCR XL-1 and XC-1 units scan and process x-ray image information from an IP that has been exposed using a cassette-type x-ray stand. This system can also print out hard copies on film via a connected image recorder and can transmit digital images to PACS. The FCR XL-1 and XC-1 provide chest, abdomen, bone, spine, head and other plain x-ray imaging as well as spinal canal, bronchial tube, urinary organ and other contrast medium x-ray imaging. FCR XL-1 systems include the capability to perform Pantomographic exams.

Features:
Due to the benefits of digital image processing, the system produces radiographs that have a high diagnostic value and are easy to read. High resolution (HQ) reading modes are standard and user selectable. Both fast scan and high resolution (HQ) reading modes are user selectable.

Fast scan reading provides maximum throughput for the XL-1 for both 14”x14”and 14”x17”sizes, HQ reading provides high resolution (10 pixel/mm) image acquisition and display for the most demanding diagnostic situations.

The system’s wide latitude and automatic sensitivity adjustment function protects radiographs from variations in x-ray exposure conditions. This results in consistent image density for all radiographs.

Image processing parameters are selected through an anatomical region selection menu. Internal barcode reader on the FCR XL-1 enables network connectivity to other FCR readers and Flash IIP console workstations. The FCR XC-1 supports dedicated relationship of the reader to the Flash IIP console workstation. Patient information can be obtained by manual input at the Flash IIP console or via HIS/RIS using DICOM Worklist Management.

Options:
Dedicated XL-1, XC-1 cart: Heavy duty engineered stand providing countertop for the XL-1 and XC-1 readers and support for the CPU and monitor of the Flash IIP console workstation. The compact stationary rack for the XL-1 and XC-1 readers also features convenient side mounted cassette holders.

Image processing tools include:
• Multi-objective Frequency Processing (MFP) simultaneously applies varying degrees of contrast and spatial frequency enhancement to different-sized structures within the same image. This improves the visibility of both dense and peripheral tissue. MFP is especially useful for clearer visualization of implants and other foreign objects that are often susceptible to artifacts that may obscure pathology.

• Dynamic Range Control (DRC) improves visibility of both dense and peripheral tissue, which is essential for seeing through the mediastinum on chest exams.

• Flexible Noise Control (FNC) extracts noise data and suppresses noise levels from images without losing sharpness and associated diagnostic information. This improves granularity in noisy anatomical regions, such as the lumbar and pelvic areas, and improves image quality in exams when lower doses are expected.

• Grid Pattern Removal (GPR) automatically detects grid patterns, then uses a two-dimensional technique to remove them. This prevents the appearance of a moiré pattern, which can occur when using a stationary grid. But that’s not all. Here’s a rundown of other tools and technologies included in FCR XL-1 and FCR XC-1:

• Exposure Data Recognizer (EDR) automatically detects the most important data captured by an Imaging Plate (IP), then applies anatomically-specific processing to present the image optimally for the intended exam. By masking noise and other useless information, Fuji’s digital images are more forgiving to variable exposure conditions and minimize post-processing enhancements required by the user

• Every Fuji digital image is scanned at HQ (10 pixel/mm) spatial resolution, regardless of plate size. This means that you get exceptional image detail every time without having to use special IPs – and without impacting throughput*.

• Fuji’s IPs feature a high DQE (detective quantum efficiency) and signal-to-noise ratio so that film-screen techniques can be maintained and, in some cases, reduced from current levels. And because CR features a wider dynamic range than film, it is more forgiving to over- and under-exposure, eliminating repeat exams due to exposure conditions. Additionally, with digital x-ray, you have multiple originals, so lost films become a thing of the past. All of these features allow you to keep your patient’s radiographic dose levels to a minimum.