uMR Omega: Ultra-Wide Bore 3T MRI
uMR Omega: Ultra-Wide Bore 3T MRI
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uMR Omega
Ultra-wide Bore 3.0T MR
Access. Uncompromised
ABOUT UIH
At United Imaging, we develop and produce advanced medical products, digital
healthcare solutions, and intelligent solutions that cover the entire process of
in Shanghai, our company has subsidiaries and R&D centers across China, the
United States, and other parts of the world. With a cutting-edge digital portfolio
and a mission of broader access to healthcare for all, we help drive industry
uMR Jupiter 5T
uMR 670
Wide-bore 1.5T MR
Reshaping the performance of 1.5T.
uPMR 790
HD TOF PET/MR
uMR 780 Next Generation. Now Realized
ACS 3T MR
Fast. Accessible.
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Global Layout
Based in Shanghai, expand around the [Link] has established a global
R&D, production and service network, with overseas subsidiaries and R&D
centers in the United States, Japan, Australia, Poland, South Africa, Malaysia,
the United Arab Emirates, etc. We have production bases in Shanghai,
Changzhou, Wuhan, and Houston.
Warsaw · Poland
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Central and Eastern Europe Headquarters
Seoul · Korea
60+ Korea Headquarters
units
Johannesburg · SA
Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia
MRI installation of Southern Africa
Headquarters Asia-Pacific Headquarters
2,200+
units
Melbourne · Australia
Australia and New Zealand Headquarters
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100% In-house Core Innovation
United Imaging is the world's third and Asia's first MRI manufacturer
to achieve 100% in-house R&D control of core components and key
technologies. Full-chain in-house control ensures perfect coordination of all
components, as well as exceptional stability.
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Industry Challenges in MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging has redefined healthcare by providing
invaluable insights into the inner workings of the human body. However, the
MRI industry faces a spectrum of pressing challenges that demand innovative
solutions. With uMR Omega, we delve into these challenges, their nuances,
and our proactive approach to overcoming them.
A growing challenge emerges as the number High-resolution images are essential for accurate
of patients with obesity disease seeking MRI diagnosis, but achieving the required image quality
examinations steadily rises. Similarly, pregnant can be challenging. Factors like motion artifacts and
women and children represent a demographic with image noise can compromise diagnostic accuracy.
increasing MRI needs.
Patient Comfort
Many patients experience anxiety or discomfort Traditional MRI scans can be time-consuming,
during MRI scans, which can lead to motion artifacts, limiting the number of patients that can be served
incomplete scans, and the need for repeat imaging. efficiently. Slow scan times can lead to patient
discomfort and reduced throughput in healthcare
facilities.
MRI systems typically consume substantial The shortage of MRI-trained professionals poses a
amounts of energy and resources, contributing to significant challenge, potentially impacting patient
environmental concerns and higher operational access to quality MRI services.
costs.
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uMR Omega
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The uMR Omega is a world-class, 75 cm, ultra-wide bore 3T MRI with a 60
cm field of view and ultra high homogeneity for impeccable skin-to-skin fat
saturation and consistent image quality. Advanced uAIFI technology and new
applications makes it possible to expand access to MR in your community.
The world’s first 75 cm, ultra-wide bore The system includes a series of industry- AI-empowered ultra-fast scan speed Advanced applications expand clinical
3T MR delivers patient comfort for all. leading performance capabilities. and resolution accessible to all patients. capabilities for your community.
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Unprecedented Patient Experience
Ultra-Wide Bore
A world-first achievement that delivers unprecedented care for all, including
patients with obesity, pregnant, and pediatric patients, revolutionizing the
scanning experience.
cm
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Growing Your Business
Serve More Patients in Your Community
As the population ages and conditions such as uMR Omega is designed to provide greater access Expanded Bariatric
obesity, stroke, cancer, and heart disease become for patients with the world's first 75cm, ultra-wide Imaging Capacities
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more common, MRI technology has been striving to bore 3T MRI . The uMR Omega has an industry-
keep up. Many patients who require MRI scans are leading table weight capacity of 683 lbs. (310 kgs.) · Large-capacity bore for access
currently not receiving the services they need. and good image quality provided by its world-class · 683 lbs. (310 kgs.) weight capacity
homogeneity. · 60×60×50 cm3 field of view
Expanded Geriatric
Imaging Capacities
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Uncompromised Performance
3.5MW GPA
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Benchmark Uniform Magnet
uMR Omega is thoughtfully designed to enhance the current accessibility Superior Wide-Field Image Quality
of high-quality and reproducible MR imaging by integrating numerous Impeccable Skin-To-Skin Fat Saturation
breakthrough magnet innovations.
from the impeccable skin-to-skin fat saturation and from the industry-leading 60 x 60 x 50 cm3 FOV.
consistent image quality.
Reduced artifacts
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The uAIFI (AI for Imaging) Technology Platform comprises a comprehensive
array of innovations, including both cutting-edge hardware and software.
These advancements synergistically elevate the performance of the uMR
Omega: more powerful imaging capabilities, better workflow, and an
improved user experience .
ImageGuard
AI for lmaging
Refresh Unleash
the scan experience image quality standard operational excellence
Not submitted to FDA or CE marked, not commercially available in all countries. Due to regulatory
reasons, their future availability cannot be guaranteed.
Compared to uMR without uAIFI Technology Platform.
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Give Your Patients a First-Class Experience
The uMR Omega places the patient at the forefront of its design. With a suite
of cutting-edge hardware and software innovations, it not only redefines the
standard of care but sets a brand-new benchmark for the field. This patient-
centric approach is embodied in every facet of the uMR Omega, from its
unparalleled comfort to the excellent quality of imaging it delivers.
Starlight EasySense
Conversation-level sound while scanning, applicable Blanket-style coils that conform to the patient for
to the whole body and a broad range of sequences. improved scan experience.
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EasySense
3D MRCP
T2 MATRIX 3D SPAIR TRIG
Fully Integrated inside MRI Bore, provides
1×0.52×1.2 mm3
CONTACTLESS SENSING
3:27 min free-breathing
of patient’s respiratory motion
Significantly improves stabilities and accuracy Not hindered by clothing and MRI RF coils
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SuperFlex Coil
SuperFlex Body - 24
SuperFlex Large – 12
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SuperFlex Coil
PD FSE COR FS T2 FSE COR T2 FSE SAG T1 FSE SAG PD FSE TRA FS
ACS & DeepRecon ACS & DeepRecon ACS & DeepRecon ACS & DeepRecon ACS & DeepRecon
Shoulder Abduction 0.43×0.43×3 mm3 0.40×0.40×3 mm3 0.40×0.40×3 mm3 0.43×0.43×3mm3 0.43×0.43×3 mm3
2:09 min 2:04 min 2:04 min 1:18 min 2:08 min
with SuperFlex Small - 12
Elbow-Flexion
T2 FSE COR PD FSE COR
with SuperFlex Large - 12 ACS & DeepRecon ACS & DeepRecon
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0.20×0.20×3 mm 0.20×0.20×3 mm3
1:23 min 1:49 min
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QScan
Calibration 79.0 dB
70.0 dB 79.8%
FLAIR 86.6 dB
63.3 dB
98.1%
WFI 82.0 dB
68.0 dB 91.0%
SSH 89.0 dB
78.3 dB 85.7%
EPI
93.7 dB 88.8%
86.5 dB
GRE
90.1 dB 86.0%
84.8 dB
FSE
84.6 dB 73.96%
64.4dB
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Full MR Imaging Chain Empowered
by AI
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ACS AI-assisted Compressed Sensing
ACS (AI-assisted Compressed Sensing) is United Imaging’s exclusive MR
acceleration solution to best balance speed and image quality, combing CS, Integrate FOUR different types of prior knowledge into ONE
HF, PI, and innovatively introducing the state-of-the-art deep learning neural
network as the AI module into the reconstruction procedure.
Sparsity Historical Information
Compressed
2020s
Sensing
Parallel
2010s
Imaging
Ultra-Fast Scan
Reimagine 3D Imaging
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FDA 510(k) clearance of ACS was granted on May 5, 2020. Significantly improving imaging speed to obtain 3D imaging in 2D time.
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Faster Than Ever Improved Resolution with Shorter Scan
Help More Patients per Day Time
38%
Time Saving
65%
Time Saving
T2 FSE TRA T2 FSE TRA T2 FSE TRA T1 FSE SAG T1 FSE SAG
0.5×0.5×5 mm3 0.5×0.5×5 mm3 0.5×0.5×5 mm3 0.46×0.46×2 mm3 0.3×0.3×2 mm3
1:32 min 59 sec 32 sec 2:30 min 2:30 min
Conventional ACS 3D
Conventional uCS 3D ACS 3D
30%
Time Saving
71%
Time Saving
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DeepRecon
· Applicable to a wider range of noise distribution types and capable of · Embed a data fidelity module in the reconstruction chain for both image
adaptive selection of the noise models, efficiently separating noise from the domain and k-space domain data.
true signals.
· Predict and effectively supplement the high-frequency data in k-space, thus · Extends neural network training to higher dimensions, ushering in a new
suppressing the Gibbs artifacts while optimizing image quality. era in 3D MRI reconstruction.
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DeepRecon 2D DeepRecon 3D
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Hybrid AI Engines
Breaking through Physical Limits Comprehensively When it comes to uMR Omega, what's even more exciting is the seamless
synergy of ACS and DeepRecon. Whether it's 2D or 3D imaging, this
combination delivers unparalleled productivity, superior image quality, and
an enhanced patient experience, setting a new standard in the field of MRI.
ACS DeepRecon
2D & 3D Hybrid AI 2D & 3D
Engines
Deep Learning-based
Image Reconstruction
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Deliver unmatched productivity
ACS 2D & DeepRecon 2D
Head
100 sec
C-spine
99.8 sec
Full
Body Part Coverage
L-spine
94.8 sec
100 sec
Hip
99sec
Pelvis
Ultra-fast Imaging 73.4 sec
80%
Time Saving
Ankle
98sec
Knee
84 sec
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3D imaging in 2D time
ACS 3D & DeepRecon 3D
ACS & DeepRecon ACS & DeepRecon ACS & DeepRecon ACS & DeepRecon
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Unprecedented Patient Experience
Experience unparalleled comfort and efficiency with our state-of-the-art MRI
system, Omega. Featuring the world's largest aperture and equipped with
cutting-edge AI technology and advanced coils, we revolutionize the scanning
experience for patients. Our end-to-end full-stack capabilities ensure
seamless workflows and empower clinicians with precise diagnostic insights.
Discover the future of MRI technology with us.
Ultra-Wide Bore EasySense SuperFlex Coil ACS 2D & 3D DeepRecon 2D & 3D QScan
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Comprehensive
Clinical Applications
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Neurology
The integration of ACS and DeepRecon has yielded notable advancements MATRIX 3D, adaptive variable flip angle sequence allows for coverage of all
in the efficiency and resolution of core imaging sequences utilized in brain 12 pairs of cranial nerves within a single high-resolution scan. By mitigating
examinations. These advancements have facilitated the rapid and accurate vascular pulsation artifacts, this technique enhances the visualization of the
diagnosis of acute conditions such as strokes or intracranial bleeding, thereby intricate details of cranial nerve anatomy. As a result, clinicians are better
enabling timely medical interventions. equipped to accurately assess cranial nerve function and identify potential
abnormalities, ultimately facilitating more precise diagnosis and treatment
planning.
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Neurology
The adoption of Multishot EPI-DWI, which incorporates a multi-excitation Fusing DTI with active BOLD, TOF MRA and T1 imaging represents a powerful
acquisition scheme, represents a notable advancement in addressing image approach in neuroimaging. It enables the simultaneous visualization of white
distortion issues. This method yields substantial reductions in distortion matter fiber tracts, cerebral vasculature, and tumors within the brain. By
levels, thereby markedly improving image clarity and enhancing the signal-to- integrating these modalities, clinicians gain valuable insights into the spatial
noise ratio (SNR). relationship between tumor-feeding vessels and adjacent fiber tracts. This
comprehensive visualization provides crucial guidance for surgical planning
and intervention, facilitating more precise and effective tumor resection.
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Neurology
Multi-parametric imaging
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Angiography
30 min to 1
· Automated centerline extraction
· Automated segmentation of vessel wall contour
· Stenosis and lesion analysis and provide quantitative analysis parameter
results
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Angiography
ACS 3D and DeepRecon 3D allows unprecedented speed for vessel wall RUFIS MRA offers a comfortable MRI scan experience without compromising
imaging, with effective noise removal. quality. Enhanced by DeepRecon 3D, it reduces background noise, improves
overall image signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), and provides clearer visualization of
distal micro-vessels.
Conventional DeepRecon 3D
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Angiography
NCEMRA achieves vascular imaging without the need for contrast agents,
allowing clear visualization of vascular anatomy. It excels in depicting the
anatomical structure of small vessels and vascular branches with high clarity.
Renal Artery
NCEMRA
1.6×1.6×3 mm3
VR 7 stations, 11:12 min
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Spine
By leveraging Metal Artifact Reduction Technology (MARS), MRI scans can MicroView DWI offers high-quality diffusion imaging with a small field of view
correct distortion induced by metal in both slice selection and readout (FOV). Whole spine imaging is achieved by automated stitching.
directions. This effectively reduces image distortion and artifacts caused by
metal implants, making MRI scans more feasible and accurate for patients
with metal implants.
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Spine
Whole spine
Total Time:
5:57 min for 5 Contrasts
T1 FSE SAG
ACS & DeepRecon
FOV: 340×933 mm2
Stations: 3
Total time: 2:15 min
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Body
Abdomen Uterus
EasySense allows contactless sensing of patients’ respiratory movements, ACS substantially reduces scan time while maintaining image quality,
facilitating high-resolution abdominal MRI scans without the need for breath- effectively mitigating motion-induced artifacts.
holding.
T2 MATRIX 3D SPAIR TRIG T2 FSE TRA TRIG ARMS T2 FSE SAG ACS T2 FSE COR ACS
with EasySense with EasySense Voxel: 0.34*0.2*3 mm3 Voxel: 0.34*0.2*3 mm3
3 3
1×0.52×1.2 mm 0.8×0.8×3 mm 56 sec 59 s
3:27 min free-breathing 4:24 min free-breathing
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Body
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Orthopedics
Hand Knee
Utilizing ACS and DeepRecon, the SuperFlex Coil offers exceptional imaging The combination of ACS and DeepRecon accelerates high-resolution, small
of hand joints, boasting high conformability and comfort. This configuration field-of-view (FOV) knee imaging, resulting in faster and clearer scans.
enhances image signal-to-noise ratio, thereby increasing scan success rates,
particularly in special body position.
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Orthopedics
Pelvis Ankle
T2 FSE TRA, ACS & DeepRecon PD FSE TRA FS, ACS & DeepRecon
SAG COR TRA
0.25×0.25×2 mm3 0.35×0.35×2 mm3
1:10 min 51.5 sec
PD MATRIX 3D SAG SPAIR ACS & DeepRecon UTE 3D SUB
0.6×0.6×0.6 mm3 1×1×1 mm3
4:31 min 3:49 min
T2 FSE COR, ACS & DeepRecon PD FSE COR, ACS & DeepRecon
0.25×0.25×2 mm3 0.25×0.25×2 mm3
52.7 sec 1:11 min
SAG COR TRA
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Orthopedics
Knee Knee
Quantitative analysis is conducted to assess changes in the content of various Examinations of the knee are greatly optimized, resulting in a streamlined
biochemical components within joint cartilage. workflow.
EasyScan Knee
Automated Localizer
15 sec
T1 MATRIX 3D SAG
ACS & DeepRecon
0.3 mm ISO
Accel. Factor: 7.98
3:51 min
*
PD fused R2 map
Total Time
7:12 min
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Fast and Easy
The cardiac scanning workflow is greatly optimized while significantly
improving the examination efficiency for patients who cannot hold their
breath or tolerate prolonged scans.
EasyScan Cardiac Automated Dark Blood Cine Tagging Flow Mapping Function
shimming Quantitative Analysis
Auto localizing Single breath-hold Single breath-hold T1, T2, and T2*
whole heart imaging or real-time free- Auto post-processing
breathing imaging
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Cardiac
Dark Blood
1 1
Click of button Breath-hold
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Cardiac
uCS Cine
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Cardiac
FQ through plane
16 sec
*
T2 mapping SAX T2 star mapping SAX
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uMR Omega
ACS & DeepRecon & QScan 683 lbs. Max Patient Weight
EasySense
SuperFlex Coil
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Care Always Be with You
We believe that service and training are the lifeblood of our products. We
strive to meet users' needs and market demands, respond efficiently and
effectively, reshape service standards in the medical device industry, as well
as providing care and creating values throughout the product lifecycle.
Available 24/7. Professional engineers stationed in Provide standardized and personalized training
five continents across the world. Spare parts center services for operators to maximize equipment
coverage worldwide. performance, allowing operators to quickly and
independently complete examinations to meet
clinical needs.
From pre-sales support to equipment acceptance, Regular training courses provided by training experts
the entire process is strictly controlled by UIH and professional R&D personnel are given to clinical
professional project management team with the specialists and technologists with updated principles
highest standards. Providing customized solutions and knowledge, sequence basis, clinical application
for all installation sites in order to meet customers' and technological progress.
needs and offering one-to-one training services.
Providing dynamic real-time monitoring of Provide complete training system and technical
equipment status (excluding private customer support team including regular specialized training,
information), detailed equipment status reports will prototype demonstration , emergency response that
be offered upon request. Real-time monitoring of helps in improving engineers' service capabilities for
equipment data to ensure stable and safe operation. customers' problems in various scenarios.
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Human-Centered Design
Pleasing Aesthetics
Our design scheme integrates eastern aesthetics with
minimalism, presenting a seamless fusion of traditional
and modern styling
User-friendly Design
Sophisticated Craftsmanship
Influenced by the principles of precision design,
we intricately refine each technological detail to
encompass the essence of craftsmanship in every
product
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Company Milestones
2011 Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. (UIH) officially founded.
2014 The first official launch of the entire line of products of the United Imaging Medical brand, as
well as the official launch into the market.
2016 Changzhou Production Base was formally put into use, functioning as the world’s largest
intelligent device manufacturing base.
2017 UIH raised 500 million USD in series A financing with post-money valuation of 5 billion USD.
2018 North American Headquarters, responsible for service, R&D, production, sales &
marketing, established in Houston, Texas.
Debuted at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) with our full line of products,
and our exhibition scale, exhibit variety and number of listed papers were the historical
records in China’s medical imaging equipment industry.
2020 In the fight against COVID-19, UIH provided thousands of intelligent CT scanners, DR systems,
and mobile imaging centers to supports global pandemic control.
2021 Wuhan Production Base was officially open, the base integrates R&D, production and
operation, with a total area of more than 200,000 square meters.
2022 On August 22, UIH launched an initial public offering (IPO) on the Science and Technology
Innovation Board (STAR MARKET) of the Shanghai Stock Exchange, making UIH the largest IPO
on the STAR MARKET this year.
2023 The first brand launch of UIH at European Congress of Radiology (ECR).
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The uMR Omega is distinguished from conventional MRI systems by several key features: its ultra-wide bore of 75 cm caters to patients with obesity, as well as pregnant and pediatric patients, offering improved comfort and accessibility. It supports a large field of view of 60 cm and ensures high image quality through world-class homogeneity. Furthermore, it features advanced AI technologies like uAIFI for enhanced imaging capabilities and reduced scan times, as well as quiet scanning to reduce patient discomfort during exams .
United Imaging Healthcare's MRI innovations contribute to sustainability and reduced environmental impact by addressing common MRI inefficiencies that lead to high energy consumption. Their systems, particularly the uMR Omega, incorporate AI technologies that reduce scan times, thus lowering energy usage. The ultra-compact design of their MRI systems also minimizes the space required for installation and associated maintenance costs. These innovations lead to higher operational efficiency and less resource wastage, contributing to more sustainable healthcare practices .
The technological synergies between ACS and DeepRecon in MRI imaging at United Imaging Healthcare are robust, where ACS accelerates the scanning process by balancing high speed and image quality using advanced AI modules, while DeepRecon offers intelligent denoising and image sharpening. This synergy significantly enhances MRI productivity, providing superior image quality and comprehensive clinical coverage across multiple sequences and dimensions. Together, they streamline workflows for both 2D and 3D imaging, offering remarkable reduction in scan times and operational improvement .
United Imaging Healthcare leverages 100% in-house research and development for all core components and key technologies of their MRI systems, such as the superconducting magnet, gradient system, gradient power amplifier, RF power amplifier, and spectrometer. This vertical integration ensures high stability, consistent image quality, and reproducible clinical imaging. By controlling the full production chain, United Imaging achieves optimal coordination of all components, promoting efficient production and enabling groundbreaking innovations like the uMR Omega .
United Imaging employs a unique approach in neuroimaging by integrating DTI (Diffusion Tensor Imaging) with active BOLD (Blood Oxygen Level-Dependent), TOF (Time-of-Flight) MRA, and T1 imaging, which allows simultaneous visualization of white matter fiber tracts, cerebral vasculature, and brain tumors. This fusion offers comprehensive visualization of the spatial relationships between tumoral regions and vital structures such as feeding vessels, providing essential guidance for surgical planning and intervention, thus improving the diagnostic and treatment planning processes .
The integration of advanced RF transmit technology in uMR Omega minimizes patients' exposure to specific absorption rate (SAR) by ensuring high-precision transmission and receiving of RF signals, which reduces unnecessary energy absorption by the patient. This results in quicker and safer scanning processes, as it allows for faster imaging with lower energy output, ultimately enhancing the patient experience, improving operational efficiency, and maintaining consistent high image quality .
AI-assisted technology significantly enhances the efficiency and diagnostic accuracy of MRI scans at United Imaging Healthcare by using the AI-assisted Compressed Sensing (ACS) and DeepRecon platforms. ACS accelerates MRI processes while maintaining or improving image quality, enabling faster scanning times and the ability to serve more patients per day. DeepRecon, trained on a vast dataset, provides intelligent denoising and detail enhancement, which improves image signal-to-noise ratio and sharpness, thus enhancing diagnostic accuracy .
United Imaging Healthcare's global expansion strategy supports innovation and access to advanced medical imaging by establishing R&D centers and production bases worldwide, including the United States, Japan, and various other global locations. This strategy fosters innovation by leveraging diverse talent and regional expertise, facilitating rapid development and deployment of new technologies. Additionally, the strategic expansion makes their innovative solutions accessible to more markets, thereby increasing global healthcare access and satisfying varying regional healthcare demands .
United Imaging Healthcare addresses the growing demand for MRI scans from specific demographics such as patients with obesity, pregnant women, and children through the uMR Omega, which is the world’s first 75 cm ultra-wide bore 3T MRI. This model improves patient comfort and accessibility, particularly catering to these groups by enhancing the MRI scanning experience with features like a high table weight capacity of 683 lbs and improved homogeneity for consistent image quality .
The uMR Omega uses AI-empowered ultra-fast scan speeds and resolution to make imaging more accessible for all patients. It features advanced applications that expand clinical capabilities, and innovations such as high homogeneity to provide consistent image quality. Additionally, the ultra-wide bore design of 75 cm offers better comfort, especially for larger patients, and contributes to reduced motion artifacts with quieter scanning, thereby enhancing patient experience and operational efficiency .