Digital PET CT Scan is an advanced medical imaging technology that helps doctors detect a variety of diseases, including cancer, heart conditions, and brain disorders. This tool is crucial in assisting doctors with accurate diagnoses. However, this technology remains rare in Indonesia—fewer than five hospitals across the country currently have it.
The good news is that starting in May 2025, the GE Omni Legend Digital PET CT Scan will be fully operational at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri.
Along with the Digital PET CT Scan, Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri also features a Cyclotron, a high-tech device that produces tracer substances used in Digital PET CT Scan procedures for disease diagnosis.
Dr. Ben Widaja, MBChB (UK), President Director of Mandaya Hospital Group, compares the Digital PET CT Scan and Cyclotron to a “pair,” akin to ink and a printer.
“The Cyclotron functions like the ink producer, while the Digital PET CT Scan works like the printer that produces the imaging needed by doctors for diagnosis,” said Dr. Ben.
The technology does more than just detect and diagnose. For instance, in cancer cases, the tracer created by the Cyclotron can be detected by the Digital PET CT Scan to help doctors visualize the tumor’s location, its spread, and even its stage.
“This critical information helps our doctors determine the most effective treatment plan for each patient,” he added.
All facilities, equipment, and production procedures related to the Cyclotron at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards to ensure all tracer products are safe and of high quality.
After the tracer’s quality is verified, it is injected into the patient’s body, followed by the Digital PET CT Scan procedure.
Advantages of Digital PET CT Scan Compared to Traditional PET Scans
1. Superior Image Quality
Digital PET CT Scan uses silicon photomultiplier (SiPM) technology, providing better spatial resolution and sensitivity. It delivers clearer, more detailed images and can detect subcentimeter lesions that might be missed by conventional PET scans.
2. Faster Scanning Time
The Digital PET CT Scan performs quicker scans while maintaining high image quality. At Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri, the Omni Legend system completes a scan in just about 5 minutes.
3. Lower Radiation Exposure
This cutting-edge system emits less radiation than traditional PET scans, improving patient safety.
4. Better Lesion Detection
It is especially effective in detecting smaller, more subtle lesions that may not appear in analog PET scans, aiding in earlier and more accurate diagnoses.
5. More Detailed Disease Assessment
Digital PET CT Scan allows for more precise measurement of tracer absorption in tissues and organs. This gives doctors valuable insights into tumor activity, treatment response, and disease progression.
6. Higher Sensitivity
The system detects even faint signals from radioactive tracers, resulting in better image contrast and improved diagnostic accuracy.
If you’re looking to undergo a Digital PET CT Scan to detect heart, brain, or cancer conditions, visit Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri for a consultation with our experienced doctors.
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