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Here you can download all digital materials available for the preparation of the imaging examination.
Redefine the paediatric patient experience
Children differ fundamentally from other patient groups in terms of their emotional and cognitive needs. To offer children the best possible treatment, Siemens Healthineers and its partners have developed a holistic approach that will enable a smooth performance of imaging examinations (MRI, fluoroscopy and CT) on children. Child-friendly preparation and supporting materials are designed to help reduce the perceived stress level of medical staff, children, and parents, to enable a smooth examination process for all involved.
Parents
Dear parents,
Siemens Healthineers kindly welcomes you to our paediatric patient experience page, which gives you and your child the opportunity to prepare yourselves for the upcoming imaging examination together with our holistic approach with Gerda, the Brave Giraffe.
In this section, you will find useful information about the different kinds of imaging examinations as well as materials to download, to help your child to be thoroughly prepared for the examination. Together with Gerda, the Brave Giraffe, we look at how you can prepare for the examination and what to expect on the day.
Imaging examination methods supported by Gerda, the Brave Giraffe
Fluoroscopy (fluoroscopic examination) uses X-rays to generate real-time moving images of the inside of a patient. It is like a video made up of dynamic X-ray images. Using a digital detector, the images are displayed on the monitor.
The fluoroscopy procedure is performed using a large screening device. This procedure is unfamiliar to children and can cause a variety of reactions. While one child will be excited and curious about the machine, others will be afraid of spending time in the treatment room.
Computed tomography is used to take highly detailed images of the patient's body. These images help the physician detect illnesses and changes in the body early on to provide the best-possible treatment.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is often used to depict internal organs. Unlike other imaging procedures, the MRI scanner works with a magnetic field and radio waves, which means there is no radiation exposure.
An MRI examination can only be conducted using a lot of technology and a large machine. This procedure is unfamiliar to children and can cause a variety of reactions. While one child will be excited and curious about the machine, others will be afraid of spending time in the treatment room.
MR scanning has not been established as safe for imaging fetuses and infants younger than two years of age. The physician must evaluate the benefits of the MR examination over other imaging procedures.
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