Use - Siemens Healthineers MAGNETOM Sempra Operator's Manual

Positioning the coil
Positioning the patient
MAGNETOM Sempra
Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02

Use

4.9.2
In the following section, the examination of the right hand is
described. The examination procedure of the left hand is analog to
the following description - unless the coil is positioned on the
opposite side of the patient table.
✓ The Spine 18 is positioned on the patient table.
1 Place the Wrist 8 on the patient table.
2 Center the coil as much as possible for optimal image.
3 Connect the coil plug to coil socket 1 or 2.
4 Position the wrist pad, palm pad and upper pad as required in the
coil. ( Page 57 Description)
1 Use suitable positioning aids.
2 Position the patient in the prone position with the head toward the
magnet.
3 Open the upper part of the coil with the unlocking mechanism.
4 Position the patient's hand in the coil and ensure that the pads are
positioned correctly.
5 If necessary, use the sandbags to stabilize the coil.
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In the horizontal coil position, you can also turn the coil at an
angle to adjust it to the patient's position.
6 Close the upper part of the coil. It has to audibly lock into place.
7 Stabilize the fingers with the suitable wedge cushions.
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The coil will function correctly only if the upper part is fully
closed.
Coils 4
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