Bringing Standing CT to Your Equine Clinic

Why add an equine standing CT unit to your practice?

• Improved diagnostic capabilities
• Minimizes the need for general anesthesia
• Rapid image acquisition

An equine standing CT might be more practical, sustainable, and financially feasible than you think.

Things to consider:

Installation and Placement

• Needs < 2 standard stalls worth of space.
• Plug-and-play integration into existing clinics.

Durability

Equine standing CT is designed for real-world applications, including being urinated on or kicked by horses.

Safety

Equine-specific CT units emit much less radiation than human CT machines, so handlers can remain in the room, reducing the need for additional lead shielding.

Power Requirements

• Plugs into a standard single-phase outlet (same as a washer-dryer).
• 150 scans requires less electricity than running a 9.5-watt LED light bulb for one week.
• 1 year of energy usage = 1 day of solar panel power production.

Costs

Consider your financial options:

• Outright purchase
• Subscription-based lease
• Revenue-sharing agreement

*Don’t forget to factor annual servicing costs into your budget.

Some companies also provide:

Equine standing CT isn’t just for large referral clinics and university settings! Smaller practices or mobile vets can partner on a unit to bring CT scan to an area.

Take-Home Message

An equine standing CT can enhance a practice’s diagnostic capabilities and expand patient care offerings without costly energy expenditures, building additions, or excessive radiation. Factor in system performance, ease of use, and post-installation service and maintenance when choosing a CT partner.