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6. Workflow > 6.1. Overview
6.1. Overview
The Sonalleve MR-HIFU workflow can be divided into the following main stages:
1.
Preparing the equipment.
2.
Preparing the patient.
3.
Positioning the patient.
4.
Scanning the planning images.
5.
Therapy.
6.
Post treatment.
All the MR-HIFU Therapy applications follow the same main stages, but there may be application-
specific differences in patient preparation, positioning, treatment cell types and sizes, and power
levels. Always refer to the Application Guide for application-specific details.
6.2. Preparing the equipment
The Sonalleve MR-HIFU system is typically only used periodically, alternating with normal MR
scanning. One person can switch between the standard tabletop and the Sonalleve Table Top in 5
to 10 minutes.
6.2.1. Connecting the Sonalleve Table Top
1.
Inspect the Sonalleve Table Top for any signs of leaks.
2.
Remove all coils, pads and accessories from the standard tabletop.
3.
With some Ingenia MR scanners (see the following figure): Remove the thin tabletop used for
diagnostic imaging.
Fig. 52: Left: This type of Ingenia thin tabletop needs to be removed before
the Sonalleve Table Top can be placed in position. Right: The narrower end
in this type of Ingenia thin tabletop allows the Sonalleve Table Top to be
placed in position without removing the Ingenia thin tabletop.
4.
Set the MR patient support to the lowest position.
Instructions for Use
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