Toshiba Introduces MR Radiance Plus Breast Imaging Suite

CHICAGO, Nov 30, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Advancements in medical imaging technology have significantly increased early detection and improved outcomes for patients with breast cancer. At this year's Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov. 30 - Dec. 5, 2008 (Booth #3429, South Hall), Toshiba will announce its Radiance Plus Breast Imaging Suite available on the Vantage Atlas(TM) and Vantage Titan(TM) MR systems. The new multi-channel Radiance Plus Breast Imaging Coil optimizes Magnetic Resonance Mammography (MRM) on the Vantage systems.

"Breast MR is effective in helping to diagnose breast cancer and the Radiance Plus Breast Imaging Suite is the latest technological advancement in improving image quality," said Bob Giegerich, director, MR Business Unit, Toshiba. "The higher signal-to-noise ratio created by the coil results in clearer images."

The bilateral, dedicated, multi-element Radiance Plus Breast Imaging Coil provides high temporal and spatial resolution for dynamic analysis and lesion characterization. The coil delivers a high signal-to-noise ratio, significantly increasing the breast image quality. The Radiance Plus Breast Imaging Coil is an addition to existing Vantage coils which are uniquely designed to improve workflow and patient comfort.

source: Toshiba