Esaote G-scan Equine - Universal Systems Diagnostics, Inc. (USDI)

ESAOTE VETERINARY MRI

G-scan Equine

The Esaote G-scan Equine sets a new standard in equine diagnostics, engineered specifically to tackle the complexities of equine MRI scanning with a proprietary rotating magnet that tilts from 0° to 90°. It is the only MRI system in the world capable of imaging the equine stifle joint, while also covering the full range of distal limb anatomy from the carpus and tarsus distally. Developed in close collaboration with veterinary experts, with tailored animal-centric sequences, dedicated exam protocols, and a vet-specific user interface, the G-scan Equine unlocks a new standard of equine diagnostic confidence.

EQUINE MRI, ROTATING MAGNET, STIFLE IMAGING, 0-90° TILT, STANDING SEDATION, 7RF COILS

MAGNET DESIGN

Rotating

RUNNING COSTS

<2 kW

RF COILS

7

UNIQUE FEATURING

Stifle Imaging

INTERFACE

Dedicated Vet UI

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

System Specifications

System

Magnet design

Proprietary rotating magnet, 0° to 90° tilt range

Power consumption

Less than 2 kW

Cryogenic liquids

Not required

Species

Equine, a dedicated system for horses

Exam regions

Stifle joint, carpus, tarsus, fetlock, pastern, hoof, neuroimaging

Unique capability

Only MRI system worldwide capable of imaging the equine stifle joint

Positioning

Positioning principle

Rotating magnet angles to horse, horse stands in natural position

Stifle joint access

The rotating mechanism enables unique patient positioning for stifle investigation

Sedation requirements

System designed for standing sedation, future potential for sedated scanning

Software integration

Vet-specific language and image orientation built into interface

Protocol design

Developed in collaboration with veterinary experts, tailored animal-centric sequences

RF Coils

Total coils available

7 dedicated equine RF coils

Linear spine coil

Head, spine, medium breeds, and horse extremities

Linear multipurpose flex coil

Multipurpose flexible coil

DPA head coil

Head, spine, medium breeds, and horse extremities

DPA spine coil

Spine, large breeds

DPA small parts coil

Head, small breeds, and extremities

Installation

Power requirements

Less than 2 kW, standard power supply sufficient

Siting

Designed to fit in equine facility environments

CLINICAL APPLICATIONS

What this system is built for

The G-scan Equine is purpose-built for equine veterinary facilities that require MRI coverage of the full distal limb, including the stifle joint, which no other MRI system in the world can access, delivering diagnostic capability that changes what is possible in equine orthopedic practice.

Stifle joint imaging

The rotating magnet mechanism enables unique patient positioning that makes the G-scan Equine the only MRI system worldwide capable of imaging the equine stifle joint, opening definitive soft tissue diagnosis of meniscal, ligamentous, and articular cartilage pathology previously inaccessible to MRI.

Distal limb orthopedic imaging

From the carpus and tarsus distally, covering the fetlock, pastern, coffin joint, collateral ligaments, and hoof, the G-scan Equine delivers high-resolution MRI of the equine distal limb with dedicated protocols developed specifically for equine anatomy and lameness diagnosis.

Equine neuroimaging

Dedicated neurological imaging protocols for the equine cervical spine and cranium extend the G-scan’s clinical utility beyond orthopedics, enabling MRI-based diagnosis of cervical stenosis, wobbler syndrome, and intracranial pathology in horses.

Standing sedation workflow

The system is designed for equine facilities using standing sedation; the horse remains in a natural weight-bearing position while the rotating magnet angles to the required imaging plane, minimizing anesthesia risk and simplifying the examination workflow for horses and staff alike.

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