Patient positioning at MRT

Our MR-certified laser systems are required for patient positioning just as they are required for CT: to achieve a precise image fusion.

Simplify the exact fusion of CT and MRT images for your radiation planning with reproducible patient positioning. In “MR-only” workflows, use MR-certified lasers from LAP to save valuable time in the linear accelerator, and to prepare your patients for the fast and repeatable positioning early on during the imaging stage.

MRI in radiation therapy

The dose and beam can be accurately controlled with today’s modern LINACs to minimize patient risks.. The increasing precision of the linear accelerators requires a more precise irradiation planning. To determine the dose and the target position, the tumor and healthy tissue must be discriminated precisely from one another.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provides excellent soft tissue contrast for more detailed information to distinguish healthy tissue from gross tumor volume. In addition, physiological information such as diffusion and perfusion of the treatment region can be obtained to better define the target volume. In order to utilize the advantages of additional imaging by means of MRI in RT, a precise and reproducible patient position on both imaging modalities – CT and MRI – is essential for accurate image fusion later in the treatment chain.

In an MR-only workflow, in the same way as for CT, an external laser system is required to project the patient-marking coordinates onto the patient’s skin.

Benefits

Time-saving trough reproducibility

Accurate and time-saving treatment planning requires precise fusion of CT and MR images. Laser systems from LAP ensure reproducible patient positioning.

MR-safety

Components located in the MR room are exposed to the magnetic pull and can influence image quality. Our laser systems are the only ones certified for MR.

Safety trough stability

It is increasingly likely that the precisely adjusted laser will be jostled as a result of cleaning, collisions, or the hustle and bustle of everyday work. The robust aluminum housing reliably protects the mechanics and electronics from external impacts.

Safety trough precision

Fine, clearly visible laser lines and accurate traversing equipment are required for marking. LAP laser systems’ modern laser sources and unprecedented traversing accuracy offer the highest degree of precision.

Efficient workflows

Different regulations allow seamless adaptation to your individual workflows. Relative, absolute, or reference point marking can be implemented efficiently.

Proven reliability

The characteristic features of laser systems from LAP are sophisticated technology, quality and design for more than 30 years. Our moving laser systems for patient alignment are recommended by all leading MR scanner vendors.

Products for patient positioning at MRI

DORADOnova MR3T

Laser bridge with movable and fixed lasers for patient positioning and marking at MRT

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APOLLO MR3T

Fixed cross-hair laser for patient positioning at MRT

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CARINAnav

CARINAnav controls movable laser systems.

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MR-only marking by means of DORADOnova MR3T

Our services

Room planning

With the same care with which we develop innovative products, we support you with our professional room planning service. We take your individual room situation into account in order to ensure the accuracy and safety of our moving laser systems at a much wider level.

Maintenance

We ensure that your laser system delivers the desired performance for many years. You receive software updates and information about technology and service. As an additional service, we offer cyclical inspection and maintenance of our systems.

Repairs

Our worldwide service and partner network supports you anytime and anywhere with LAP authorized service engineers. Depending on the system, repairs will be carried out on-site or at LAP.