Precise Position
Overview
Precise Position is an innovative AI tool developed by Philips Healthcare (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. It is designed to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of patient positioning for Computed Tomography (CT) exams. The system utilizes an AI-enabled camera and sophisticated convolutional neural network technology to automatically identify 13 anatomical landmarks on a patient. This allows for precise calculation of optimal table height for vertical iso-centering and automatic selection of patient orientation (prone or supine, head-first or feet-first). Precise Position aims to streamline CT examination workflows, improve inter-operator consistency, and reduce the time spent on patient setup, ultimately allowing clinicians more time to focus on patient care. It is an integral part of Philips CT Smart Workflow solutions and is intended for use with Philips Incisive CT systems.
Reviewed by Pouyan Golshani, MD — Interventional Radiologist
Key Features
- AI-enabled camera for automated patient positioning
- Sophisticated convolutional neural network technology for anatomical landmark detection
- Identifies 13 anatomical landmarks for precise positioning
- Automatic selection of patient orientation (prone/supine, head-first/feet-first)
- Calculates optimal table height for vertical iso-centering
- Displays surview start and end positions at console and gantry
- Reduces patient positioning time by up to 23%
- Improves vertical accuracy by up to 50%
- Increases inter-operator consistency by up to 70%
- Integrated into Philips CT Smart Workflow
Use Cases
- Streamlining CT examination workflow and setup
- Improving patient positioning accuracy in CT scans
- Reducing radiation dose through accurate iso-centering
- Enhancing operator consistency in CT setup procedures
- Freeing up radiology technicians' time to focus on patient care
- CT imaging of head, chest, abdomen, and pelvis
What Physicians Need to Know
Leverage Precise Position to standardize patient setup, reducing variability and improving consistency across technologists. This automation frees up staff to focus more on patient interaction and comfort. Monitor the reported accuracy and efficiency gains to optimize CT department throughput and potentially reduce radiation dose from miscentering. Integrate the insights from Precise Position into ongoing staff training to reinforce best practices in patient positioning.
Precise Position is a core component of Philips' CT Smart Workflow and is seamlessly integrated with Philips Incisive CT and CT 5300 systems. It works in conjunction with other 'Precise' tools like Precise Planning and Precise Image, contributing to an end-to-end AI-enabled CT workflow. Its integration with the CT console and patient-side gantry controls streamlines the acquisition process.
Details
| Category | Radiology & Imaging AI |
| Pricing | Unknown |
| Deployment | Integrated component of Philips Incisive CT systems (on-premise). |
| Compliance | |
| BAA Available | Unknown AI-estimated |
| HIPAA Compliant | Unknown AI-estimated |
| FDA Status |
1 AI-estimated Precise Position (K203514) received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on June 17, 2021. It is classified as a Computed Tomography X-Ray System accessory (Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1750, Product Code: JAK) and is indicated for CT imaging of the head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and combinations of these anatomies. The device is not supported for patients younger than 16 years. |
| Integrations | |
| EHR | Not specified |
| Specialties | Radiology |
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