Expanding access to advanced diagnostic imaging, Fujifilm India has announced the installation of its groundbreaking Open MRI machine “APERTO Lucent” at Vijaya Diagnostic Centre, Hyderabad.

The event was attended by Koji Wada, MD of Fujifilm India and Chander Shekhar Sibal, Sr. Vice President & HOD – Healthcare Business -Fujifilm India, along with Sheshadri Vasan, Chief Operating Officer of Vijaya Diagnostic Centre. This partnership marks a significant step towards advancing patient-centric imaging technology.

The APERTO Lucent is a new age, Prime open MRI device which is equipped with IP-RAPID - a modern day technique that reduces scan times while maintaining high image quality by employing under sampling and image reconstruction with iterative processing which will result in improved image quality with higher spatial resolution. The design of APERTO Lucent will provide high speed solutions combined with better patient experience.

Revolutionising diagnostic centres and healthcare facilities, this state-of-the-art machine boasts a groundbreaking 0.4T static-field-strength permanent magnet and a sleek gantry, propelling Magnetic Resonance Imaging into a new era of sophistication. Provides swift scans with accelerated speeds, all at a low running cost and an attractive initial investment with no additional infrastructure required. Its simplified installation process and reduced construction needs expedite setup, ensuring operational readiness in record time.

Taking patient friendliness to a notch high, APERTO Lucent’s single-pillar MRI structure provides a panoramic open view, significantly reducing patient anxiety. It also features a wide, lateral table with a soft sound operation to create a comfortable examination environment. Moreover, the True OPEN Bore design of the system reduces the risk of claustrophobia while accommodating patients of diverse body types.