Magnetom Cima.X, a European pioneer in Alzheimer’s research, has arrived in Spain.

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Knowledge of the morphological changes that occur in the structure of the brain throughout life is important for assess pathological changes which occur in neurodegenerative diseases. MRI has made important advances in understanding age-related changes in the brain. Reina Sofia Foundationwith the support of an important external partner, acquired the first division in Europe Magnet Cima.Xan innovative new generation MRI system developed by Siemens Healthineers for use in Alzheimer’s Center Reina Sofia Foundation and was transferred to the Research Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (St.ONE HUNDRED) continue collaboration in research into neurodegenerative diseases, mainly Alzheimer’s disease. This the first and only magnetic resonance equipment in Europe Magnetom Cima.X.

“This center does not focus exclusively on Alzheimer’s disease. but we increasingly see that there is a wide range of pathological components. The big problem is that for many of them There are no proven molecular biomarkers, and we don’t fully understand the damage they cause to the brain.. “Neuroimaging studies look for changes in brain tissue, which may be macroscopic, such as atrophy, or microscopic, which are not easily seen.”explains Dr. Michel Groteresponsible for the neuroimaging platform.

“ The diffusion sequence of this new MRI allows us to use precise techniques which measure microstructural characteristics of tissue or neuronal function that we try to associate with various pathological components.. We are going to identify changes in brain tissue which are visualized using magnetic resonance imaging associated with various components.”says Dr. Grote.

Magnetom Cima.X is the most powerful 3T MRI machine from Siemens to date.

Magnet Cima.X

“Neurodegenerative diseases are very complex because they affect the brain, the most complex organ known to us. The challenge is, identify components as accurately and early as possible. This requires tools of the highest precision.“, noted Dr. Pascual Sanchezscientific adviser ONE HUNDRED.

The advanced Siemens Cima.X 3T MRI scanner is designed exclusively for research purposes and features a 200 mT/m gradient for excellent imaging capabilities. Its Gemini gradient design ensures performance.without precedents” for brain imaging techniques, combining superior image clarity, speed and ease of use. In addition, it takes advantage of deep learning image reconstruction technology. Deep Determination.

Maria de OyarzabalDirector of Diagnostic Imaging at Siemens Healthineers, stressed that diagnostic imaging and magnetic resonance play an important role. fundamental role in determining the patient’s clinical trajectory, from early diagnosis to the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment. “At Siemens Healthineers, we are expanding MRI capabilities to improve patient care. The new Magnetom Cima.X equipment has more than twice the maximum power what MRI was so far. This translates to better image quality with greater sharpness and resolutionwhich allows us to see smaller structures and higher speed acquisitions”– he emphasized.

Finally, Jose Luis NogueiraSecretary of the Reina Sofia Foundation, expressed hope and gratitude to all the people who made possible the creation of this new department that will help patients with neurodegenerative diseases.

Diagnostic imaging and MRI play a fundamental role in determining a patient’s clinical development.

For Alberto Martinez, CEO of Siemens Healthineers, MAGNETOM Cima.X marks an important milestone in the research and diagnosis of neurodegenerative diseases, so the CIEN Foundation will now be able to push the boundaries of clinical research and generate new knowledge that will change the world. patient care. “This collaboration with the CIEN Foundation is an important step towards improving health care and research in neurodegenerative diseases. Our engineers have developed a completely new technical principle for MRI. MAGNETOM Cima.X is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation in healthcare.“, he pointed out.

CIEN Brain Bank

CIEN has added value because it is located in residence for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Upon entry, patients are offered unique tracking which includes an annual MRI and a series of neurological and neuropsychological examinations.

Moreover, most of them donate their brain brain bank CIEN, one of 16 such types in Europe, aims to obtain brain tissue samples for contribute to research into neurological diseases In our country. Currently he has about 800 brains. Of these, only six have healthy brains, so the center emphasizes the need to find healthy donors to compare them with.