The power of Spectral CT meets Precise Cardiac
- April 13 2026
- 3 min read
The imaging team at this leading hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam, shares how Spectral CT 7500 is supporting their daily practice. With high patient volumes and a significant number of cardiac cases, the system helps deliver consistent image quality, reliable cardiac imaging at high heart rates, and a more efficient workflow—supporting their daily clinical workflow in a high-volume environment.
At-a-glance:
- High-volume site performing 1,500–2,000 exams daily, ~30% cardiac
- Precise Cardiac is designed to support image quality in patients with high heart rates
- Spectral data provides additional information that may assist clinicians in lesion assessment
- In this institution, the team reports fewer repeat scans and improved workflow efficiency
Supporting high-quality imaging in a high-volume environment
The imaging department operates with approximately 60 staff and performs between 1,500 and 2,000 examinations each day. Around 30% of these cases are cardiovascular, requiring consistent image quality and efficient workflow to keep pace with demand.
Enhancing confidence in cardiac imaging
Cardiac imaging—particularly in patients with high heart rates—has traditionally been challenging due to motion artifacts and the need for repeat scans. With the introduction of Spectral CT 7500 and Precise Cardiac, the team reports improved image clarity in challenging cardiac cases.
Delivering additional insight with spectral imaging
The availability of spectral data in every scan provides clinicians with additional information beyond conventional CT. This supports additional information for lesion characterization and supports diagnostic assessment. In oncology, the team highlights the may contribute to the differentiation between beningn and malignant findings, as well to the evaluation of tumor origin, when used with other information.
Improving workflow
Spectral CT has also contributed to a more efficient workflow. Multiple image outputs may allow technologists and physicians to optimize image quality without additional scans. Combined with motion correction, this may reduce the need for repeat imaging and may reduce the need for additional imaging in selected cases, supporting a smoother diagnostic pathway.
Spectral imaging has become an essential part of our daily practice, improving both workflow and diagnostic confidence.
Dr Nguyen Minh Chau
Head of Diagnostic Imaging
E Hospital
Fast, efficient imaging for routine and complex cases
The system enables rapid acquisition and reconstruction, helping the department manage high patient volumes. Reduced scan times and lower radiation dose contribute to safer imaging, while maintaining diagnostic quality. This is particularly valuable in acute and emergency settings, where minimizing time on the table is critical.
Consistent performance in challenging patients
The team notes that the system performs reliably even in patients with challenging cardiac conditions. Motion correction and fast acquisition allow more patients to be scanned efficiently while maintaining consistent image quality.
Precise Cardiac allows us to confidently scan patients with high heart rates and reduce repeat scans.
Dr Hoang Ngan Thuy
Radiologist
E Hospital
A strong fit for daily clinical practice
After more than a year of use, Spectral CT with Precise Cardiac has become an integral part of the department’s routine practice. The team reports improved diagnostic confidence, fewer repeat scans, and a more streamlined workflow.
Supported by a strong partnership
The hospital also highlights the support received from the Philips team during installation, training and ongoing technical service. This has enabled the team to quickly adopt the system and make full use of its capabilities.
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Disclaimer
Results are specific to the institution where they were obtained and may not reflect the results achievable at other institutions. Results in other cases may vary.