Preeminent cardiovascular imaging system at Vinmec International General Hospital

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Article by Doctor of Cardiology Center - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital

The Cardiovascular Center of Vinmec International General Hospital is gradually growing to become a Cardiovascular Center of international standards. Acting as one of the key centers of the hospital, the Cardiovascular Center is the convergence of experienced professors, doctors, specialist doctors, masters with great reputation in the field of cardiology. medical treatment, surgery, intervention information and application of advanced techniques in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. In addition, the system of modern medical equipment imported from the world's leading medical equipment manufacturers also contributes significantly to the accurate diagnosis of diseases, giving patients a complete experience. integrity, improving the goal of comprehensive health protection.
The preeminent cardiovascular imaging system at Vinmec International General Hospital includes:

1. Transthoracic and esophageal 4D echocardiogram GE ViViD95

4D echocardiography machine is often used by doctors to perform echocardiography with all cases that need to evaluate cardiac morphology and function according to the most modern program.
The 4D echocardiography machine being used at Vinmec International General Hospital is an imaging diagnostic device that helps assess the operation status and morphology of the heart structure in three-dimensional space. In particular, the machine also uses a matrix probe with a large number of beam-emitting elements that provide images with high resolution, good brightness and dark scales and good contrast. 4D echocardiography helps to accurately assess the morphology and function of the heart as well as abnormalities in the anatomical structure of the heart.

2. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Machine

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is applied to diagnose heart and blood vessel diseases such as myocardial infarction, cardiomyopathy, vascular stenosis, lymphatic system disease, as well as many other diseases.
Currently, Vinmec International General Hospital is the first pioneer to use a 3.0 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging machine with the latest Silent technology, bringing outstanding advantages to customers such as:
Imaging technology High-grade Silent, the safest because it is non-invasive and does not use radiation, especially for accurate results. The image quality is sharp, allowing the doctor to comprehensively evaluate and not miss the smallest lesions in the body's organs. Minimize noise, reduce stress, create the most comfort for the patient. This results in better image quality and shortens the maximum shooting time. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with Silent technology is especially useful for the elderly and children, people with weak health, patients undergoing surgery... MRI at Vinmec can create 3-D vascular image without injection of magnetic contrast, especially can reconstruct and handle the motion disturbances of the patient. Maximize support for cardiologists in diagnosing the most accurate images for patients.

3. 256-row computed tomography scanner

Computed tomography (CT scan or CT Scan) is an advanced diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a combination of X-rays and computer technology to create horizontal and vertical slice-by-slice images of body. CT scans produce more detailed images than X-rays, because they project energy beams directly into the part of the body being probed and displayed in 2D.
256-sequence tomography is truly a leap forward in imaging and is currently being used to diagnose cardiovascular disease. This advanced technology tracks the entire heart image in a short period of time (a few seconds) using low-dose radiation to avoid the effects of X-rays. At the same time, it provides more live details. more concerned with the function and structure of the heart. The images are then reconstructed in 3D, helping to identify heart structure and coronary atherosclerosis that can cause narrowing or blockage of one or more coronary arteries, causing chest pain and heart attack. This is also the reason why physicians often recommend the use of 256-slice tomography technology as an effective means of diagnosing early or advanced coronary artery disease.

4. Scanning

Scanning is defined as a method of imaging the specific distribution of radioactive substances inside organs by measuring their radioactivity from outside the body. Currently, one of the indispensable imaging methods in accurately diagnosing coronary artery stenosis and orienting the right treatment method is myocardial perfusion scintigraphy.
Myocardial perfusion scintigraphy taken by SPECT/CT method is a 2-in-1 method, combining myocardial scan and computed tomography, this is the best technique to help assess the progression of coronary artery disease. Besides, SPECT/CT scan not only evaluates the degree of coronary artery stenosis but also can evaluate myocardial ischemia. In addition, when combining myocardial perfusion scintigraphy with other stress tests, there are some benefits such as:
Diagnosing the cause of chest pain. Determine the functional impact of coronary artery stenosis. Identify the role and function of the collateral coronary artery. Evaluation of the effectiveness of coronary reperfusion after coronary artery bypass surgery, percutaneous coronary intervention or fibrinolysis. Survival prognosis after myocardial infarction Currently, Vinmec International General Hospital is using the SPECT/CT Discovery NM/CT 670 Pro system with the most modern 16-sequence CT of the world's leading medical equipment company. GE Heathcare (USA), ensuring high quality images and helping doctors diagnose diseases to be investigated early.

Meeting the needs of customers for diagnosis and screening of cardiovascular diseases, now Vinmec International Hospital has been applying a superior cardiovascular imaging system with completely new technology from the The world's leading medical equipment company, both helping to optimize the medical examination and treatment process, while ensuring treatment efficiency, providing useful experiences, and improving the goal of comprehensive health protection for customers. .

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