Ootawara Japan, March 19, 2018 – From March 2018, Canon Medical Systems Corporation (Headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan; President: Toshio Takiguchi) has initiated collaborative research on the application of Deep Learning Reconstruction (DLR), an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based technology in magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, together with Kumamoto University  and the University of Bordeaux.

An opening ceremony was held on March 5, 2018, at the “Institute of Bioimaging”, the collaborative research facility at the University of Bordeaux.

DLR is a reconstruction technology that eliminates noise from images utilizing deep learning technology. Within this technology, the relationship between noisy and less noisy images are analyzed using a computer generated model, which makes it possible to eliminate noise from newly acquired images. DLR is not only capable of acquiring high resolution images, it also allows ultra-high-resolution images to be acquired more quickly than conventional imaging methods. For these reasons the potential applications of this ultra-high-resolution imaging technology in the clinical setting are attracting a great deal of interest.

In addition, compared with a standard smoothing filter, the noise elimination method employed in DLR causes only a slight reduction in image quality, and signal variation in organ parenchyma is minimized. This not only improves image quality, it also helps to increase accuracy in quantitative analysis, which is easily affected by noise. DLR is therefore considered to be a major technological advance that will dramatically change how MRI examinations are performed in the future.

With regard to this collaborative research, Professor Yasuyuki Yamashita of the Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Faculty of Life Science, Kumamoto University, commented, “DLR has the potential to transform the conventional concept of MR imaging and is expected to allow the acquisition of super-high-resolution images in a shorter time and contribute to more accurate quantitative analysis.” Professor Vincent Dousset, Institut de Bio-Imagerie Université de Bordeaux, Chef de Service Neuro-Imagerie CHU de Bordeaux, commented, “When DLR is used in combination, the ultra-high-resolution images acquired using the latest 3-T MRI system from Canon Medical Systems (installed last November) are comparable to images acquired using a 7-T MRI system. This suggests that DLR may be able to take the place of some high-field conventional MRI studies.”

President Takiguchi of Canon Medical Systems Corporation commented, “We are very proud to have started this cutting-edge collaborative research which will lead to the development of next-generation MRI technology at leading medical institutions both in and outside Japan. We anticipate that this research will prove to be of great value by providing higher-resolution images for clinical diagnosis.”

The combination of the latest AI technology with next-generation MRI scanners is expected to be useful not only for eliminating noise and improving image quality, but also in a wide variety of MR related fields. DLR technology demonstrates Canon Medical Systems commitment to continue to contribute to healthcare by cooperating with medical facilities around the world through providing the latest technology.

About Canon Medical Systems Corporation
Canon Medical Systems offers a full range of diagnostic medical imaging solutions including CT, X-Ray, Ultrasound and MR, across the globe. In line with our continued Made for Life philosophy, patients are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to provide medical professionals with solutions that support their efforts in contributing to the health and wellbeing of patients worldwide. Our goal is to deliver optimum health opportunities for patients through uncompromised performance, comfort and safety features.

At Canon Medical Systems, we work hand in hand with our partners – our medical, academic and research community. We build relationships based on transparency, trust and respect. Together as one, we strive to create industry-leading solutions that deliver an enriched quality of life. For more information, visit the Canon Medical Systems Corporation website: https://global.medical.canon

A delegation from Canon Medical Systems visited the Medical Services of the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper this Sunday. The meeting between representatives of the Japanese company and members of the medical area of ​​the Club, was attended by the director Pau Vilanova Vila-Abadal, who received the guests and accompanied them during his visit.

The delegation of Canon Medical Systems has been led by Mark Holmshaw, President of Canon Medical Systems Europe; and conformed by Nobuyuki Hatakeyama, Vice president of Canon Medical Systems Europe; Kazufumi Ishiyama, Global Strategic Marketing Manager at Canon Medical Systems Corporation; Manel Rodríguez, Managing Director of Canon Medical Systems Iberia and Ferran Hernández, Marketing Manager of Canon Medical Systems Iberia

The guests have visited the facilities of the Medical Services of the Club guided by Dr. Ramon Canal, director of Sport Sciences of FC Barcelona. The reason for the visit was to formalize the name change of the company, because last 2017 Toshiba Medical Systems was acquired by the Canon Group and  since the 4th of January, the company has become known as Canon Medical Systems.

Despite the change in designation, equipment, people, services and technology remain the same, and Canon Medical Systems continues to be the official sponsor of FC Barcelona for medical systems. The Club continues to have access to the departments of Canon Ultrasound and MRI Engineering, which provide the latest advances in diagnosis for image, support and advice for doctors of FC Barcelona.

Ootawara Japan, March 7, 2018– Canon Medical Systems Corporation (Headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan; President: Toshio Takiguchi) has concluded a contract to acquire shares of Fysicon B.V. (Headquarters: Oss, Netherlands; CEO: Linda Elberse). Fysicon is a leader in healthcare information systems and equipment for obtaining physiological information. The acquisition of Fysicon was completed according to the required approval procedures.

With unique advanced technologies and clinical evidence in the field of hospital IT systems and workflow as the backbone of its business, Fysicon is well-known for developing and manufacturing product families such as cardiovascular monitoring systems and selling them globally. In particular, equipment for reading cardiac waveforms and analyzing cardiac function has been highly evaluated by customers as an advanced product with compact design and intuitive operability.

Due to population aging, prevalence of cardiac diseases and abnormalities such as arrhythmia and myocardial infarction that have been increasing recently, are raising the importance of minimal-invasive treatments that minimize patient discomfort. A wide variety of diagnostic systems (such as X-ray angiography systems) are used as frontline support in such treatment.

Fysicon’s CEO Linda Elberse commented, “We can provide new total solutions for cardiovascular treatment and management through integration of our company with Canon Medical Systems. I believe that the experience and expertise of both parties will surely be useful in helping to solve challenges in clinical practice.” Toshio Takiguchi, President of Canon Medical Systems, said, “I’m really pleased that we can provide new clinical value to patients and medical professionals by combining Fysicon’s advanced technologies with our systems.”

As a first step, by releasing integrated solutions through a combination of Fysicon products and our X-ray angiography systems, mainly in the market outside Japan, Canon Medical Systems will make efforts to further improve workflow in the clinical front line of cardiac disease treatment. In addition, we will strive to realize total care solutions that cover all processes, from pre-operative examination to intra-operative, post-operative, and follow-up examinations, by fusing the healthcare IT technologies of both companies.

Canon Medical Systems will continue to provide products with the latest technologies and services, and further contribute to healthcare throughout the world based on our management philosophy “Made for Life”, which expresses the company’s sincere desire to contribute to healthcare that protects and values human life.

[Fysicon B.V.]

 Company name  Fysicon B.V. (https://www.fysicon.com/
 Business activities  Development, manufacturing, sales of Healthcare IT products
 Founded  1996
 Headquarters  Netherlands, Oss
 Employees  Around 40 employees

 

“Made for Life” is a trademark of Canon Medical Systems Corporation.

Vienna, Austria, 2 March 2018 – At the European Congress for Radiology, in Vienna, Canon will launch the new Aplio a-series, their latest diagnostic ultrasound systems that extends their product portfolio across all existing market segments.

 

Aplio a550 and Aplio a450 are completely new systems, designed for the Aplio a-series ultrasound product line-up. These systems build upon the Aplio i-series architecture, allowing clinicians to benefit from premium imaging performance during daily routine scanning. Canon’s unique Beam technology delivers high definition images with unparalleled clarity, enhanced penetration and less artifacts. Aplio a-series offers a wide range of advanced clinical applications combined with iSense ergonomics, producing intelligent product design and intuitive workflow that meets the high demands of today’s busy clinician.

Aplio’s robustness and shared-service capabilities also provide a reliable and flexible solution for multi-disciplinary imaging departments and hospitals striving toward a more efficient use of clinical and financial assets. Compatibility with existing Aplio (T-series) transducers enables the current Aplio* users to confidently invest in this new generation platform to grow their business.

 

The Aplio i-series is one of three new diagnostic ultrasound systems to be launched by Canon at ECR 2018. All products will be exhibited during ECR 2018, at the Canon booth, No 307, in Hall X3.

 

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Made for Life is a trademark of Canon Medical Systems Corporation.

Contacts

  1. Serge Beckers – Wisse Kommunikatie (serge.beckers@wisse-worldcom.nl | +31 26 443 15 23)
  2. Shayan Khan – e-Marketing & PR manager, Canon Medical Systems Europe (shayan.khan@eu.medical.canon | +31 622 78 70 50)
  3. Jack J.F. Hoogendoorn – Senior Manager Marketing, Canon Medical Systems Europe (jack.hoogendoorn@eu.medical.canon | +31 6 51 86 11 92)
  4. Joerg Schlegel – Senior Product Marketing Manager, Canon Medical Systems (joerg.schlegel@eu.medical.canon | +31 6 43 07 33 42)


 

About Canon Medical Systems Europe
Canon Medical Systems Europe, a Canon Group organization, headquartered in Zoetermeer, The Netherlands, markets, sells, distributes and services radiology and cardiovascular systems, including CT, MR, ultrasound, X-ray and interventional X-ray equipment. For more information, visit the Canon Medical Systems Europe website: https://eu.medical.canon

About Canon Medical Systems Corporation
Canon Medical Systems offers a full range of diagnostic medical imaging solutions including CT, X-Ray, Ultrasound and MR, across the globe. In line with our continued Made for Life philosophy, patients are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to provide medical professionals with solutions that support their efforts in contributing to the health and wellbeing of patients worldwide. Our goal is to deliver optimum health opportunities for patients through uncompromised performance, comfort and safety features.

At Canon Medical Systems, we work hand in hand with our partners – our medical, academic and research community. We build relationships based on transparency, trust and respect. Together as one, we strive to create industry-leading solutions that deliver an enriched quality of life. For more information, visit the Canon Medical Systems Corporation website: https://global.medical.canon

 

Vienna, Austria, 1 March 2018 – Canon Medical Systems introduces its new Xario g-series at ECR 2018. The Xario g-series ultrasound system ensures high imaging performance and adds the highest level of mobility and productivity features.

 

Xario g-series offers total freedom and clinical versatility with up to 8 hours of battery life in full operational mode, enabling fast relocation and reducing the need to connect to a power supply.

Its compact and lightweight design allows the system to be maneuvered into tight spaces, at the patient’s bedside, into small examination rooms or a busy Operating or Emergency room. Its fully customizable panel and 21 inch monitor further help to increase patient throughput and user ergonomics.

The smart standby feature with a mere 2 seconds boot-up time ensures that Xario is always ready for immediate use, allowing the user to significantly improve his workflow. Peripherals such as printers, ECG devices and footswitches can also be wirelessly connected, allowing Xario to quickly adapt to any new scanning environment.

 

The Xario g-series is one of three new diagnostic ultrasound systems launched by Canon at ECR 2018. “These major product launches demonstrate Canon’s commitment to providing our latest Ultrasound technology solutions to customers in all clinical situations, be it diagnosis requiring our outstanding image quality, mobility to deliver high quality ultrasound throughout the hospital, productivity to enhance daily workflow, or portability to service point of care users,” said Yasuyuki Masakari, General Manager of the Ultrasound Division of Canon Medical Systems Corporation.

All products will be exhibited during ECR 2018, at the Canon booth, No 307, in Hall X3.

 

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Made for Life is a trademark of Canon Medical Systems Corporation.

Contacts

  1. Serge Beckers – Wisse Kommunikatie (serge.beckers@wisse-worldcom.nl | +31 26 443 15 23)
  2. Shayan Khan – e-Marketing & PR manager, Canon Medical Systems Europe (shayan.khan@eu.medical.canon | +31 622 78 70 50)
  3. Jack J.F. Hoogendoorn – Senior Manager Marketing, Canon Medical Systems Europe (jack.hoogendoorn@eu.medical.canon | +31 6 51 86 11 92)
  4. Joerg Schlegel – Senior Product Marketing Manager, Canon Medical Systems (joerg.schlegel@eu.medical.canon | +31 6 43 07 33 42)