Adult Skull with Brain for X-Ray CT, US, MRI

Task trainer
Nervous system
Main product
Medicine

The Adult Skull with Brain Phantom is a versatile tool for medical imaging research, treatment planning of non-invasive brain surgeries, and more.

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Available in Spain, Portugal and Andorra · delivery time given in the proposal

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Catalogue

Description

What this equipment is and what it's designed for.

The Adult Human Skull with Brain Phantom is a versatile tool ideal for medical research and treatment planning , specifically for non-invasive HIFU brain surgeries and medical imaging studies. Resembling the Head Phantom but without skin-mimicking tissue, this model features a realistic three-layered structure with an inner diploe layer, closely resembling the average human male skull. Crafted from a patented epoxy-based bone material, it ensures compatibility with Ultrasound, MRI, and X-Ray/CT applications. Customization options for different parts of the skull are also available upon request. This phantom can be used with Barium-sulfate, Iodine-based, Gadolinium-based, Microbubble, and Iron Oxide-based contrast mediums.

The phantom incorporates the complete ventricular system, including lateral, third, and fourth ventricles. These inflatable ventricles simulate realistic pressure dynamics within the brain, closely approximating actual cerebral anatomy. The ventricles can be filled with various liquids to achieve desired effects.

For MRI applications, the phantom’s tissues exhibit realistic T2 relaxation time values, making it an excellent fit for T2-weighted MRI imaging techniques. Proton Density imaging methods also yield high-quality outcomes. While T1-weighted techniques are viable, T1 values are less accurate, falling within the approximate range of 100 ms.

Before imaging the phantom, please fill the ventricles with water (or chosen contrast agent) using the tube on the back of the brain. After filling the ventricles, plug the tube with a removable blue silicone plug.

For more imaging quality references, please see our Radiographs page.

Knowledge

What you learn

Task trainer modality. The competencies this equipment trains, in the language of the training plan.

Identify the bony landmarks of the skull on the image.
Position and centre the specimen for each projection or slice plane.
Choose the radiographic technique and check its effect on the image.
Adjust the CT protocol and assess the result on the reconstructions.
Orient the probe and recognise the structures in each ultrasound plane.
Try out MRI sequences and compare the contrast between tissues.

Related procedures: MRI · Tomography · Ultrasound · X-ray

Knowledge

Cases and pathologies

The clinical scenarios that can be simulated with this equipment.

Projections and slices of the bony skull.
Study of the anatomy of the calvaria and the sutures.
Setting the bone window on CT.
Acceptance testing of a unit or validation of a new protocol.
Training radiographers and residents without exposing any patient.

Catalogue

Features and what's included

What the equipment does and what comes in the box, as described by the manufacturer.

Features

Brain content differentiated from bone.
Imaging response equivalent to human tissue in X-ray, CT, ultrasound and MRI.
Differentiated internal anatomy, not a homogeneous block.
No ferromagnetic components: it can enter the MRI room.
Takes direct probe contact with gel.
It can be scanned as often as needed and exposes nobody to radiation.

Includes

User Manual/Assembly Instructions
2-Year Warranty & Unlimited Customer Service
Size: 16 x 12 x 10 Inches

Technical

Services for this equipment

Services matter: the equipment gets commissioned, the staff know how to use it and maintenance is settled before you start. Include them in your budget and avoid having to raise a second purchase.