Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technology has advanced significantly over the past 15 years, reshaping medical diagnostics. Despite this, many healthcare institutions still use legacy MRI systems that are 12 to 13 years old. According to CoCIR guidelines [1], no more than 10% of an imaging fleet should be older than ten years. Upgrading to a state-of-the-art solution, like the Philips BlueSeal MRI with helium-free operations, offers compelling advantages in clinical innovation, operational efficiency and patient experience.
Legacy MRI systems, while dependable, are increasingly unable to keep pace with the demands of modern diagnostic imaging. The BlueSeal MRI represents a breakthrough in technology, most notably through its helium-free operation. When Dr. Maldonado decided to pursue her dream and purchase an imaging practice, she discovered that it was equipped with an outdated MRI system that required expensive weekly helium refills, creating a significant financial burden. Dependence on helium in conventional MRI systems has multiple disadvantages for imaging facilities – it creates operational risks due to global supply fluctuations and can result in ongoing and significant costs. These concerns become even more pressing in situations where access to helium is affected by market volatility or logistical challenges. The need for frequent helium refills interrupts the continuity of scanner operations, which can negatively impact patient care and reduce the overall efficiency of the clinic. For these reasons, seeking out innovative solutions that mitigate the dependency on helium can be hugely beneficial to allow sustainable and competitive operations in the field of medical imaging.
When we did the math, the operating costs weren’t worth it. We wanted to make an investment in a more efficient system. In this case, helium was no longer going to be an additional expense.
Replacing a legacy MRI system with a BlueSeal helium-free operating MRI system
Helium-free MRI BlueSeal technology
Transition to helium-free MR operations and get relieved from helium-related complications and operational cost.