FDA clears Biospace med’s new 3D x-ray orthopedic imaging system,

Biospace med announced today that it has received 510(k) clearance from the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to market the Company's EOS x-ray imager along with its new image workstation, sterEOS, which enables 3D skeletal reconstruction (YouTube Video).

EOS is particularly well-suited for clinical indications such as spine pathologies and hip and knee arthropathies, where a weight-bearing assessment is necessary to ensure optimal treatment. EOS can capture head-to-toe images of patients in a standing, weight-bearing position with a dramatic reduction in radiation dosage - up to 10 times less than a conventional x-ray and up to 1000 times less than a CT (Computed Tomography) scan. Additionally, the new stereos 3D reconstruction and measurement workstation is designed to reduce surgical planning time and help establish the most effective course of treatment.

source: Biospace Med