Carestream mobile x-ray gets cleared for use in Canada
Health Canada has issued a medical device license for the Carestream DRX-Revolution mobile x-ray system, approving its use by healthcare facilities in Canada.
Among the system’s features are a collapsible column, maneuverable tube head and a dual-drive system for 360 degree turns. It has a 32kW generator, DRX detector and Carestream software that allows for tube alignment with a grid, according to Rochester, N.Y.-based Carestream.
The DRX-Revolution system is expected to begin shipping by June.
Among the system’s features are a collapsible column, maneuverable tube head and a dual-drive system for 360 degree turns. It has a 32kW generator, DRX detector and Carestream software that allows for tube alignment with a grid, according to Rochester, N.Y.-based Carestream.
The DRX-Revolution system is expected to begin shipping by June.
Evan Godt, Writer
Evan joined TriMed in 2011, writing primarily for Health Imaging. Prior to diving into medical journalism, Evan worked for the Nine Network of Public Media in St. Louis. He also has worked in public relations and education. Evan studied journalism at the University of Missouri, with an emphasis on broadcast media.