SOMATOM ScopeFocus on the essence

How can you deliver high-quality, affordable care to as many people as possible while optimize your institution’s financial performance? SOMATOM® Scope provides an answer – by focusing on the essence of CT. This cost-efficient scanner delivers outstanding image quality, at the right dose.
Highly reliable and easy to use, it saves you time and effort throughout your daily routine. And a flexible service model helps keep overheads under control, safeguarding your facility’s long-term competitiveness.

Fonctionnalités et avantages


CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - Balance CT dose and image quality

How can I balance CT dose and image quality?

Image quality is essential for accurate diagnosis. But minimizing radiation dose without compromising on image quality is critical for children, or patients who need multiple scans.

“We’ve been able to reduce the dosage by up to 40%2 while maintaining high levels of quality and diagnostic confidence.“
José Venâncio, MD, Head Radiologist
Portuguese Institute of Oncology Lisbon Francisco Gentil (IPOLFG), Portugal

 

CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope   - Sace time and effort in daily CT routine

How can I save time and effort in my daily CT routine?

Efficient workflows are key in today’s medical facilities. Scan preparation and image reconstruction workflows are often time-consuming, and prevent you from focusing on what matters: your patients.

"The user-friendly software has clearly enhanced clinical workflow and reduced waiting periods between scans.“
José Venâncio, MD, Head Radiologist
Portuguese Institute of Oncology Lisbon Francisco Gentil (IPOLFG), Portugal

The SOMATOM Scope delivers full clinical capabilities without cutting corners when it comes to performance.

  • Ultra Fast Ceramics detector (UFC) – the industry leading detector material - also used in our top-of-the-line scanners - delivers crystal clear images.
  • Combined Applications to Reduce Exposure (CARE) – enables patients to receive the right dose for their imaging requirements.
  • Adaptive Signal Boost – reduces image noise by up to 50% e.g. when imaging obese patients or patients with metal implants.
  • Fully Assisting Scanner Technologies (FAST) – optimizes your process efficiency.

CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - Balance patient care and budget control

How can I balance patient care and budget control?

Enhancing the financial performance of your institution is key to success. You need to rely on medical technology and services that reduce baseline costs and optimize asset utilization, avoiding system and staff idle time.

 

"The SOMATOM Scope helped us providing high-quality care while lowering operating costs."
Prasanna Vignesh, MD, Medical Dircetor and Chief Radiologist
Aarthi Scans, India

SOMATOM Scope keeps your costs in check with features that help lower your total cost of ownership.

  • eCockpit – enables more cost-efficient operation with:

     eStart: extends the tube lifetime by pre-warming the tube before a scan.
     eMode: reduces wear and tear on the scanner by instantly optimizing scan parameters.
     eSleep: saves energy by stopping gantry rotation during scan breaks.

  • Small footprint – reduced space occupancy costs and low power requirements, making installation quick and easy.
  • Innovative service offerings – delivering sustainable investment protection and predictable total cost of ownership (TCO).

Approche clinique


Clear visualization of detailed tumor contours. SureView reconstruction algorithm automatically selected the right pitch for the defined coverage and scan time needed for this scan.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Oncology Abdominal Imaging

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 26 mAs

Scan time: 23.8 s

DLP: 110.6 mGy cm

Scan length: 342 mm

CTDIvol: 3 mGy

Rotation time: 1 s

Eff. dose: 1.6 mSv


Detailed images. Excellent spatial resolution enables perfect detection of pulmonary nodules in both lungs. syngo CT Oncology will allow their
fast evaluation, volumetric assessment, and comprehensive reporting.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Lung

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 42 mAs

Scan time: 19.5 s

DLP: 158.2 mGy cm

Scan length: 312 mm

CTDIvol: 4.81 mGy

Rotation time: 0.6 s

Eff. dose: 2.2 mSv


Optimized image quality in a patient with BMI 43 kg/m². Adaptive Signal Boost technology amplified low signals in image areas with high attenuation.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Thoracic Imaging

Collimation: 16 x 1.2 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 150 mAs

Scan time: 36 s

DLP: 1,068.8 mGy cm

Scan length: 661 mm

CTDIvol: 15.4 mGy

Rotation time: 1 s

Eff. dose: 15.7 mSv


Excellent image quality even for large volume coverage: This patient was imaged using CARE Dose4D and IRIS, and dose was reduced to only 20% of the European Commission’s recommendations1.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Bladder cancer

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 63 mAs

Scan time: 20.7 s

DLP: 451.5 mGy cm

Scan length: 661 mm

CTDIvol: 6.46 mGy

Rotation time: 0.6 s

Eff. dose: 6.7 mSv


The Posterior Fossa Optimization filter delivers reduced beamhardening artifacts in the base of the skull.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Neuro Imaging

Collimation: 2 x 5 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 280 mAs

Scan time: 54 s

DLP: 801.36 mGy cm

Scan length: 145 mm

CTDIvol: 53.42 mGy

Rotation time: 2 s

Eff. dose: 2.5 mSv


Fine collimation of up to 0.6 mm enables the clear visualization of a hyperdense tumor behind the left eyeball wrapping around the optical nerve in this pediatric patient.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Neuro Imaging

Collimation: 4 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 110 kV, 188 mAs

Scan time: 29 s

DLP: 188.72 mGy cm

Scan length: 49.2 mm

CTDIvol: 34.75 mGy

Rotation time: 1 s

Eff. dose: 0.7 mSv


Automated Neuro Digital Subtraction technique delivers detailed CTA images free of bone for improved visualization.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Neuro Imaging

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 110 kV, 96 mAs

Scan time: 18 s

DLP: 2 x 564 mGy cm

Scan length: 324 mm

CTDIvol: 2 x 15.22 mGy

Rotation time: 0.8 s

Eff. dose: 3.5 mSv


CT angiographic images enhance diagnostic confidence of vascular malformation.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Neuro Imaging

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 110 kV, 80 mAs

Scan time: 11.5 s

DLP: 2 x 240.9 mGy cm

Scan length: 165 mm

CTDIvol: 2 x 12.68 mGy

Rotation time: 1 s

Eff. dose: 0.5 mSv


Excellent spatial resolution enabled the sharp delineation of small vessels.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case -  Abdominal CTA Imaging

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 52 mAs

Scan time: 26 s

DLP: 243.3 mGy cm

Scan length: 407 mm

CTDIvol: 5.68 mGy

Rotation time: 0.8 s

Eff. dose: 3.7 mSv


Combination of fast rotation speed and bolus tracking functionality allowed this stenosis to be clearly diagnosed.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Neuro Imaging

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 95 mAs

Scan time: 18 s

DLP: 357.3 mGy cm

Scan length: 314 mm

CTDIvol: 10.74 mGy

Rotation time: 0.6 s

Eff. dose: 5 mSv


High spatial resolution enabled the sharp delineation of all structures and the visualization of multiple stenosis.
 

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Neuro Imaging

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 110 kV, 48 mAs

Scan time: 35 s

DLP: 410 mGy cm

Scan length: 1258 mm

CTDIvol: 3.14 mGy

Rotation time: 0.8 s

Eff. dose: 2.3 mSv


High pitch values enable the clear visualization of long-range vascular structures with homogenous contrast from the aorta to the foot.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Neuro Imaging

Collimation: 16 x 1.2 mm

Tube settings: 110 kV, 60 mAs

Scan time: 32 s

DLP: 470 mGy cm

Scan length: 1158 mm

CTDIvol: 3.89 mGy

Rotation time: 0.8 s

Eff. dose: 2.6 mSv


Small focal spots, enabled by SOMATOM Scope tube technology, made it possible to display the smallest bone structures.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Fracture of the right external femoral condyle

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 71 mAs

Scan time: 33 s

DLP: 209.34 mGy cm

Scan length: 256.8 mm

CTDIvol: 7.7 mGy

Rotation time: 1 s

Eff. dose: 0.2 mSv


Minimized metal artifacts: Adaptive Signal Boost technology amplified low signals in image areas where high attenuation is present due to the metal implant.

CT Scanner - SOMATOM Scope - Clinical Case - Metal fixation of bilateral femora, left hip and knee

Collimation: 16 x 0.6 mm

Tube settings: 130 kV, 80 mAs

Scan time: 50 s

DLP: 624.5 mGy cm

Scan length: 705,2 mm

CTDIvol: 8.7 mGy

Rotation time: 1 s

Eff. dose: 0.5 mSv

Spécifications techniques

  • 24-row adaptive detector array
  • Max. number of slices per rotation: 16 (acquired) / 32 (reconstructed)4
  • 70 cm gantry with ±30° tilt
  • SureView
  • VRT
  • WorkStream4D
  • CT Angiography
  • Vessel View, with Automated Bone Removal
  • Adaptive Signal Boost
  • eCockpit: eStart, eMode and eSleep
  • iMAR (iterative Metal Artefact Reduction)4
  • Dual Spire Dual Energy4
  • IVR (Interleaved Volume Reconstruction)4
  • CARE Filter
  • CARE Topo
  • CARE Dose4D
  • CARE Dose Configurator
  • CARE Bolus CT
  • IRIS (Iterative Reconstruction in Image Space)
  • SAFIRE (Sinogram Affirmed Iterative Reconstruction)4
  • FAST Positioning
  • FAST Planning
  • FAST kV
  • FAST Wizard
  • FAST Contact
  • FAST Spine4
  • FAST 3D Align4
  • FAST IRS4
  • Minimal system footprint: 8 m5
  • Power consumption ≤ 40 kVA

CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - UFC

The highly-efficient, continuously improved Ultra Fast Ceramics (UFC) detector material provides excellent image detail.

Using Siemens’ proprietary Ultra Fast Ceramics (UFC), SOMATOM Scope provides excellent image detail even at low radiation doses. This industry-leading material5 – also used in our top-of-the-line scanners – achieves exceptional overall efficiency thanks to high X-ray absorption combined with extremely effective conversion of X-ray energy into visible light, reducing noise in the images.
SOMATOM Scope features the latest version of UFC, which has been continuously improved over the last years.


CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - SureViewTM
SureViewTM

Thanks to the SureViewTM reconstruction algorithm, SOMATOM Scope can produce first-rate images even at higher scan speeds. This feature provides that the scanner selects the right pitch value for the defined coverage and scan time, while retaining slice thickness and image integrity. This can be particularly valuable for performing submillimeter lung scans without reducing axial image quality.
 


CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - Adaptive Signal Boost
The Adaptive Signal Boost technology amplifies low signals when high attenuation is present. This reduces streak artifacts, ensuring correct HU values are maintained without compromising spatial resolution.

Even in the most challenging cases, SOMATOM Scope produces excellent image quality. Adaptive Signal Boost amplifies low signals when high attenuation is present – such as when imaging obese patients or patients with metal implants. This reduces
streak artifacts, ensuring correct HU values are maintained without compromising on spatial resolution. By analyzing signal quality and integrating information from neighboring detector elements into areas with low signals, it can reduce image noise by up to 50%6.


CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - IRIS
Powerful Siemens Iterative Reconstruction in Image Space (IRIS) identifies and reduces noise by comparing each new image to the raw data.

Iterative Reconstruction in Image Space (IRIS) delivers the same image noise reduction as raw-data-model-based iterative reconstruction, but in a fraction of the time – as the raw data is reconstructed only once. This innovative technology is ideal for cost-effective scanners: it significantly enhances spatial resolution while lowering image noise by up to 25%, enabling further dose reductions across a wide range of clinical applications. This is of particular benefit to children and patients requiring multiple scans.
 


CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - FAST Planning
FAST, Siemens Fully Assisting Scanner Technologies, automatically detect and apply desired scan ranges, saving valuable time.

Streamlining scan preparation is a vital factor for reducing examination time. FAST Planning automatically detects anatomic regions of interest (ROI) and sets the scan parameters accordingly. This makes CT scan set-up simple and intuitive, even for less experienced technicians. In addition, FAST Planning helps increase patient safety. The automatic parameter setting enables precise organ coverage without overscanning, and limits the need for rescans due to incorrect positioning.


CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - FAST Spine
FAST Spine helps streamline the preparation of anatomically aligned spine reconstructions.

FAST Spine4 helps streamline: the preparation of anatomically aligned spine reconstructions. The software detects and labels vertebrae within a predetermined scan area, and calculates their position for anatomically correct image reconstruction. This delivers a complete spine reconstruction in just 30 seconds6, while reducing the risk of mislabeling associated with manual preparation.


CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - FAST 3D Align

FAST 3D Align

Even in challenging situations, such as working with uncooperative patients, in pediatrics or in trauma, you need to deliver timely clear clinical findings. FAST 3D Align4 automatically corrects misalignment of anatomic structures and aligns them to fit the selected reconstruction plane – for highly automated workflows. Moreover, it allows for side-by-side comparisons and adjusts the recon field of view selection. This eliminates manual steps and repeat reconstructions, saving effort, by delivering ready-to-read data.


CT Scanner SOMATOM Scope - eCockpit
eCockpit

The unique eCockpit suite, standard on all SOMATOM Scope scanners, enables more cost-efficient operation. The entire working day of a CT system was taken into consideration, from start-up to scanning to scan breaks. The features eStart, eMode and eSleep extend the scanner’s lifespan by preventing unnecessary wear and tear, and reduce overhead costs by minimizing energy consumption. And thanks to a high degree of automation, the features can be easily integrated into everyday workflows.

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