Nicolaus Reifart - How to minimize radiationEuro CTO Club
This document provides 10 steps to minimize radiation exposure during percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). It emphasizes applying the ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle. The most important step is ensuring the procedure is truly necessary. Other key steps include using protective shielding close to the patient's body, positioning the detector closer to minimize scatter radiation, avoiding oblique angles when possible, reducing frame rates, using fluoroscopy instead of cine when able, and stepping back from the patient during imaging. Adopting these good radiation safety habits can reduce radiation dose by 30-80% depending on the technique. The document stresses tailoring dye usage based on kidney function and using superselective injections when possible to minimize dye consumption as well
Werner - Session 1 Radiation management in CTO PCIEuro CTO Club
This document discusses strategies for reducing radiation exposure during complex coronary interventions. It summarizes data on radiation use from various studies and registries. Key findings include that radiation skin injuries are rarely reported, but potential effects include transient erythema, permanent epilation, and dermal necrosis. Radiation exposure increases with lesion complexity and use of retrograde approaches. Modifications like lowering fluoroscopy frame rates can reduce dose but individual variability remains high. The document emphasizes continuously monitoring dose rates, using minimum needed imaging, and changing angulations over increasing dose. It also notes that exceeding 5 Gy limits seen in some cases must be avoided going forward. Further optimization of radiation use by operators is still needed.
Radiation safety and protection for dental radiographyNitin Sharma
1) Licensed dentists must maintain radiation exposures as low as reasonably achievable and understand the health risks of radiation.
2) Dental radiographic equipment must be registered and follow safety protocols to protect patients and staff, such as using protective gear and collimation.
3) Dentists are responsible for quality assurance programs to ensure proper functioning and calibration of dental X-ray machines and processing of films. Guidelines help prescribe radiographs appropriately.
Gerald S. Werner - Managing radiation for patient and operator safetyEuro CTO Club
14th Experts "Live" CTO
September 2nd- 3rd, 2022 - Mainz, Germany
Main Session - Session 1:
Selecting the patient and planning the procedure A
Managing radiation for patient and operator safety
Gerald S. Werner, Darmstadt, Germany
Room:
Guteberg Hall (Auditorium) - Friday 10:00
Chairmen:
Carlo di Mario, Florence, Italy;
Emanuele Barbato, Aalst, Belgium;
Nicolaus Reifart, Königstein, Germany
Session 3 - Retrograde approach – EUROCTO algorithmEuro CTO Club
This document provides an overview of retrograde approaches for treating chronic total occlusions (CTOs). It discusses the Euro CTO algorithm and notes that retrograde procedures are primarily used in more complex cases as determined by the J-CTO score. The success rates of retrograde procedures are around 80% overall but have increased as operators have gained more experience and new microcatheters and guidewires have been developed. Reverse controlled antegrade and retrograde subintimal tracking (Reverse CART) is the preferred retrograde technique, but different variations of Reverse CART exist depending on the characteristics of the CTO.
Ultrasound technology can be used to proactively detect abnormalities in ring main units (RMUs) by analyzing the ultrasonic sound patterns produced during faults. This allows identification and prevention of failures before they become critical, avoiding SF6 gas leakage which contributes to global warming. A technology was developed using ultrasound sensors to detect corona, tracking, and arcing in RMUs based on their unique ultrasonic frequencies and intensities. Applying this technology from 2012-2016 identified abnormal RMUs, prevented over 750 failures, and avoided the release of 0.05 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent of SF6 gas into the atmosphere. An app was also created for centralized data recording and management to further optimize inspections and reduce carbon emissions
Kanomax FMT - STPC Model 9010 Brochure 2019kanomaxfmt
The document discusses the Kanomax Scanning Threshold Particle Counter (STPC) Model 9010, which is used to monitor particle levels in ultrapure water (UPW) systems. The STPC can detect particles as small as 10 nm in size in real-time and provides early detection of excursions before wafer defects are observed. It measures particle concentrations across different size thresholds and has a 50% detection efficiency for particles as small as 10 nm. The STPC helps ensure UPW system health and stability and compliance with industry standards for particle monitoring in UPW.
Manual de operación y mantenimiento concentrador de oxigeno jay-5AntonioBarrios54
This document is a user manual for an oxygen concentrator. It provides instructions on safety, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the device. The manual contains sections on symbols used, safety notices, product introduction, technical specifications, operating instructions, alarms and safety features, maintenance requirements, troubleshooting tips, and other important information for the proper use of the oxygen concentrator.
Nicolaus Reifart - How to minimize radiationEuro CTO Club
This document provides 10 steps to minimize radiation exposure during percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). It emphasizes applying the ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle. The most important step is ensuring the procedure is truly necessary. Other key steps include using protective shielding close to the patient's body, positioning the detector closer to minimize scatter radiation, avoiding oblique angles when possible, reducing frame rates, using fluoroscopy instead of cine when able, and stepping back from the patient during imaging. Adopting these good radiation safety habits can reduce radiation dose by 30-80% depending on the technique. The document stresses tailoring dye usage based on kidney function and using superselective injections when possible to minimize dye consumption as well
Werner - Session 1 Radiation management in CTO PCIEuro CTO Club
This document discusses strategies for reducing radiation exposure during complex coronary interventions. It summarizes data on radiation use from various studies and registries. Key findings include that radiation skin injuries are rarely reported, but potential effects include transient erythema, permanent epilation, and dermal necrosis. Radiation exposure increases with lesion complexity and use of retrograde approaches. Modifications like lowering fluoroscopy frame rates can reduce dose but individual variability remains high. The document emphasizes continuously monitoring dose rates, using minimum needed imaging, and changing angulations over increasing dose. It also notes that exceeding 5 Gy limits seen in some cases must be avoided going forward. Further optimization of radiation use by operators is still needed.
Radiation safety and protection for dental radiographyNitin Sharma
1) Licensed dentists must maintain radiation exposures as low as reasonably achievable and understand the health risks of radiation.
2) Dental radiographic equipment must be registered and follow safety protocols to protect patients and staff, such as using protective gear and collimation.
3) Dentists are responsible for quality assurance programs to ensure proper functioning and calibration of dental X-ray machines and processing of films. Guidelines help prescribe radiographs appropriately.
Gerald S. Werner - Managing radiation for patient and operator safetyEuro CTO Club
14th Experts "Live" CTO
September 2nd- 3rd, 2022 - Mainz, Germany
Main Session - Session 1:
Selecting the patient and planning the procedure A
Managing radiation for patient and operator safety
Gerald S. Werner, Darmstadt, Germany
Room:
Guteberg Hall (Auditorium) - Friday 10:00
Chairmen:
Carlo di Mario, Florence, Italy;
Emanuele Barbato, Aalst, Belgium;
Nicolaus Reifart, Königstein, Germany
Session 3 - Retrograde approach – EUROCTO algorithmEuro CTO Club
This document provides an overview of retrograde approaches for treating chronic total occlusions (CTOs). It discusses the Euro CTO algorithm and notes that retrograde procedures are primarily used in more complex cases as determined by the J-CTO score. The success rates of retrograde procedures are around 80% overall but have increased as operators have gained more experience and new microcatheters and guidewires have been developed. Reverse controlled antegrade and retrograde subintimal tracking (Reverse CART) is the preferred retrograde technique, but different variations of Reverse CART exist depending on the characteristics of the CTO.
Ultrasound technology can be used to proactively detect abnormalities in ring main units (RMUs) by analyzing the ultrasonic sound patterns produced during faults. This allows identification and prevention of failures before they become critical, avoiding SF6 gas leakage which contributes to global warming. A technology was developed using ultrasound sensors to detect corona, tracking, and arcing in RMUs based on their unique ultrasonic frequencies and intensities. Applying this technology from 2012-2016 identified abnormal RMUs, prevented over 750 failures, and avoided the release of 0.05 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent of SF6 gas into the atmosphere. An app was also created for centralized data recording and management to further optimize inspections and reduce carbon emissions
Kanomax FMT - STPC Model 9010 Brochure 2019kanomaxfmt
The document discusses the Kanomax Scanning Threshold Particle Counter (STPC) Model 9010, which is used to monitor particle levels in ultrapure water (UPW) systems. The STPC can detect particles as small as 10 nm in size in real-time and provides early detection of excursions before wafer defects are observed. It measures particle concentrations across different size thresholds and has a 50% detection efficiency for particles as small as 10 nm. The STPC helps ensure UPW system health and stability and compliance with industry standards for particle monitoring in UPW.
Manual de operación y mantenimiento concentrador de oxigeno jay-5AntonioBarrios54
This document is a user manual for an oxygen concentrator. It provides instructions on safety, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the device. The manual contains sections on symbols used, safety notices, product introduction, technical specifications, operating instructions, alarms and safety features, maintenance requirements, troubleshooting tips, and other important information for the proper use of the oxygen concentrator.
This document provides an introduction to photography concepts including camera parts, lenses, exposure fundamentals involving aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. It discusses different types of lenses and their uses. It explains aperture in terms of f-numbers and its effect on depth of field. It also covers shutter speed and how it can be used to freeze motion or blur it. Film/sensor speed and sensitivity are explained. The exposure value chart shows typical lighting conditions.
GROUND-BREAKING LIGHTWEIGHTING TECHNOLOGY FOR ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PARTSiQHub
This document describes Macrodyne's gas oscillation super plastic forming (GO-SPF) technology. GO-SPF uses minor gas oscillations to drastically increase forming speeds and reduce cycle times for sheet metal forming. Finite element analysis simulations showed GO-SPF could form an AA5083 part in 16 seconds at a peak strain rate of 0.16/second, compared to standard SPF which would take 300 seconds at a peak strain rate of 0.05/second. GO-SPF was also shown to distribute stresses more uniformly during forming. Macrodyne is working with partners to commercialize this technology for industries like automotive and aerospace to enable more complex part designs to be formed more quickly.
The document summarizes the FAST (Fluorescence detector Array of Single-pixel Telescopes) project, which aims to detect ultra-high energy cosmic rays and neutral particles. FAST proposes an array of single-pixel telescopes with simple optics and cameras to cover a large target area more cost-effectively than existing fluorescence detectors. Each FAST telescope would have a 1m2 mirror, four photomultiplier tubes, and a 30°x30° field of view. An array of 500 stations with 12 telescopes each could achieve coverage of 150,000 km2. Initial observations with three FAST telescopes have detected air shower signals in coincidence with an existing fluorescence detector.
Windscreen Antenna Analysis for broadcasting services in vehicles- Comparison...Altair
Over the last few decades, the defogger of vehicles was increasingly used as an antenna for mobile reception of broadcast services. Ever since, the development of vehicular window antennas was a tedious and time consuming task, because the development procedure was subjected to an iterative series of measurements.
Due to enhanced computing power of workstations and server-systems, it is now possible, to calculate antenna structures including whole vehicle bodies in electromagnetic simulations. Especially for calculating the performance of antenna structures integrated into vehicular windows, the FEKO wind screen function became an indispensable tool for accurate simulations of real world scenarios. With comparable results in simulation and measurements, errors can be identified and fixed faster as ever before. The possibility to consider current flow, 3D directivity, antenna efficiency and further analyses additionally contributes to a significant improvement in the development process of vehicular window antennas. Recent comparisons of simulation and measurement results in a rear window antenna development project were confirming that simulative calculated predictions are in good correspondence to measurements of produced vehicular window antennas.
Speakers
Dr.-Ing. Johannes Kammerer, Senior RF Engineer Kathrein Automotive
Lafarge Process Kit - Dry weigt consistency ANALYSIS.pdfMario Charlin
1. The document provides instructions for analyzing the dry weight consistency of consecutive plasterboards produced on a production line. It describes numbering boards, weighing them, and analyzing the data.
2. The data analysis includes calculating the mean, standard deviation, and performing a Fourier analysis to identify any periodic events that could be causing inconsistency issues.
3. Safety precautions are described, including having an operator near the emergency stop button during testing and wearing protective gloves when handling boards.
This document provides an update on emissions and aftertreatment technologies for stationary engines. It summarizes upcoming EPA and CARB emissions standards for engines of various sizes, discusses diesel particulate filter and selective catalytic reduction system design considerations, and provides information on specific product offerings from various manufacturers. Key topics covered include Tier 4 emissions reduction requirements, active versus passive DPF systems, combination DPF/SCR systems, control unit capabilities, and application ranges for different abatement technologies.
Flight x vision powerpoint presentationFLIGHT DENTAL
The Flight X-Vision Portable Handheld Dental X-Ray uses a state of the art X-Ray Generator made by Canon in Japan, that is compact and ultra safe. This allows the X-Vision to be a powerful unit but remain lightweight and portable. The ergonomic design allows the x-ray to be comfortably held in your hands and with one of the most intuitive and easy to use interfaces it makes doing a full mouth series easier and more efficient. In addition, the X-Vision features one of the longest lasting batteries on the market for handheld dental x-rays with a high quality Panasonic Lithium Ion Battery that is able to produce up to 800+ exposures in one charge. The X-Vision is safe, effective, lightweight and will make traditional wall mounted intraoral x-rays obsolete in the coming years.
This document provides specifications for four families of white LED lights produced by Intellisystem Technologies S.r.l.: WL-F42, WL-F30, WL-F20, and WL-F15. Each product family includes parameters such as the number and type of LEDs, power input/output, lighting output, and dimensions. Performance metrics like lighting intensity at various distances and angles are provided in chart form for each family.
This document discusses advances in fault detection and diagnosis in industry. It covers condition monitoring techniques like vibration analysis, lubricant analysis, and thermography. It discusses the differences between fault, failure, and malfunction and describes fault detection as detecting small faults early through techniques like limit checking and trend analysis. Fault diagnosis involves diagnosing faults in processes, parts, and devices using analytical and heuristic methods. Condition monitoring systems are discussed along with fault detection models using process variables. Data analysis techniques and online enterprise asset management are also covered.
The document summarizes an ophthalmology innovation summit presentation about the Raindrop Near Vision Inlay. The Raindrop is a small hydrogel inlay implanted between the cornea and Bowman's layer to improve near and intermediate vision for presbyopia. Clinical trial results on 340 patients found 95% achieved 20/25 or better near vision, low rates of visual side effects, and high patient satisfaction at 12 months. Additional results on pseudophakic patients at 6 months also showed high rates of good near, intermediate, and distance-corrected vision. The Raindrop aims to provide an alternative to reading glasses or bifocals through a quick, minimally invasive procedure with high light transmission and compatibility with intraocular lenses.
Quality Assurance on Diagnostic Equipment/AccessoriesTheoNtiri1
This document provides an overview of quality assurance procedures for diagnostic radiography equipment and accessories. It discusses the importance of quality assurance and quality control in maintaining high standards, reducing radiation dose and costs from repeated tests. It then details specific tests and inspection criteria for various components of radiographic systems, including generators, computers, viewers and monitors. Frequency of testing and corrective actions are provided. Procedures are described for testing lead aprons, light field-radiation field alignment, and other equipment. References for additional information are listed at the end.
1. Silver halide crystals in dental x-ray film absorb x-radiation during exposure and store the energy, forming a latent image. There are two main methods for processing film: manual processing involves developing, fixing, washing and drying films by hand, while automatic processing completes these steps mechanically without rinsing.
2. A panoramic radiograph provides a view of the entire maxilla and mandible, while periapical films examine individual teeth and surrounding structures using paralleling or bisecting technique. Intraoral films also include bitewings and occlusals. Extraoral exams include cephalometric films of the skull.
3. Patient radiation exposure is minimized by following ALARA principles -
Vulnerability of Synchrophasor-based WAMPAC Applications’ to Time-Synchroniza...Luigi Vanfretti
This paper experimentally assesses the impact of time synchronization spoofing attacks (TSSA) on synchrophasor-based Wide-Area Monitoring, Protection and Control applications. Phase Angle Monitoring (PAM), anti-islanding protection and power oscillation damping applications are investigated. TSSA are created using a real-time IRIG-B signal generator and power system models are executed using a real-time simulator with commercial phasor measurement units (PMUs) coupled to them as hardware-in-the-loop. Because PMUs utilize time synchronization signals to compute synchrophasors, an error in the PMUs’ time input introduces a proportional phase error in the voltage or current phase measurements provided by the PMU. The experiments conclude that a phase angle monitoring application will show erroneous power transfers, whereas the anti-islanding protection mal-operates and the damping controller introduces negative damping in the system as a result of the time synchronization error incurred in the PMUs due to TSSA. The proposed test-bench and TSSA approach can be used to investigate the impact of TSSA on any WAMPAC application and to determine the time synchronization error threshold that can be tolerated by these WAMPAC applications.
This document summarizes a study that investigated using mixed recycled plastics and glass as an aggregate replacement in asphalt mixtures. The study had two main objectives: 1) To examine the feasibility of using waste materials like glass and plastics in asphalt mixtures under different aging conditions. 2) To model the deformation of each sample using finite element analysis software. Various samples with different percentages of recycled materials were fabricated and tested for properties like resilient modulus and creep resistance both before and after short and long-term aging. Results showed that some mixtures with recycled materials exhibited better properties than the control sample. Finite element modeling was also conducted and showed good agreement with experimental results.
Dr. Haykel Kamoun presentation at the Mediphacos User Meeting 2013Mediphacos
This document discusses a ring simulator software for predicting outcomes of intracorneal ring segment (ICRS) treatments. The software aims to improve predictability by simulating topographic results. It was developed over 2 years using a refractive and topographic database of past ICRS patients. The simulator allows users to enter a pre-op case and choose similar past cases for simulation. It integrates a nomogram but can suggest alternatives. Examples show simulated post-op maps closely match real results 95% of time when a similar prior case is selected. The developer concludes it is a valuable tool but the database needs expanding through multicenter evaluation to increase reliability.
The document summarizes data from the 6th European Live Summit on Retrograde CTO Revascularization held in Zurich, Switzerland in April 2017. It provides data on trends in retrograde CTO revascularization techniques between 2008-2019, including usage of various guidewires, microcatheters, and other devices. Key findings include a rise in radial approaches and contralateral injections over time, as well as improved angiographic success rates, even in complex cases with high J-CTO scores or low left ventricular ejection fraction.
15th Experts Live CTO - Carlo Di Mario: ConclusionsEuro CTO Club
PLENARY SESSION
Wrap up of live cases, awards to the winners of the best abstracts and case competitions and take home messages
Auditorium Zubin Mehta - Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
Speakers:
Daniela Benedetto (Rome),
Francesco Burzotta (Rome),
Carlo Di Mario (Florence),
Roberto Garbo (Turin),
Rocco Stio (Rome)
Challengers:
Stelios Pyxaras (Furth - D),
Sudhir Rathore (London - UK)
Discussants:
Shunsuke Matsuno (Tokyo - J),
Alexander Nap (Amsterdam - NL),
Masahisa Yamane (Tokyo - J)
___________________________________________
15th Experts Live CTO,
EUROCTO Club meeting in partnership with the GISE CTO meeting.
September 8th - 9th, 2023
Florence, Italy
Francesco Burzotta: Wrap up Gemelli CasesEuro CTO Club
PLENARY SESSION
Wrap up of live cases, awards to the winners of the best abstracts and case competitions and take home messages
Auditorium Zubin Mehta - Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
Speakers:
Daniela Benedetto (Rome),
Francesco Burzotta (Rome),
Carlo Di Mario (Florence),
Roberto Garbo (Turin),
Rocco Stio (Rome)
Challengers:
Stelios Pyxaras (Furth - D),
Sudhir Rathore (London - UK)
Discussants:
Shunsuke Matsuno (Tokyo - J),
Alexander Nap (Amsterdam - NL),
Masahisa Yamane (Tokyo - J)
___________________________________________
15th Experts Live CTO,
EUROCTO Club meeting in partnership with the GISE CTO meeting.
September 8th - 9th, 2023
Florence, Italy
This document provides an introduction to photography concepts including camera parts, lenses, exposure fundamentals involving aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. It discusses different types of lenses and their uses. It explains aperture in terms of f-numbers and its effect on depth of field. It also covers shutter speed and how it can be used to freeze motion or blur it. Film/sensor speed and sensitivity are explained. The exposure value chart shows typical lighting conditions.
GROUND-BREAKING LIGHTWEIGHTING TECHNOLOGY FOR ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PARTSiQHub
This document describes Macrodyne's gas oscillation super plastic forming (GO-SPF) technology. GO-SPF uses minor gas oscillations to drastically increase forming speeds and reduce cycle times for sheet metal forming. Finite element analysis simulations showed GO-SPF could form an AA5083 part in 16 seconds at a peak strain rate of 0.16/second, compared to standard SPF which would take 300 seconds at a peak strain rate of 0.05/second. GO-SPF was also shown to distribute stresses more uniformly during forming. Macrodyne is working with partners to commercialize this technology for industries like automotive and aerospace to enable more complex part designs to be formed more quickly.
The document summarizes the FAST (Fluorescence detector Array of Single-pixel Telescopes) project, which aims to detect ultra-high energy cosmic rays and neutral particles. FAST proposes an array of single-pixel telescopes with simple optics and cameras to cover a large target area more cost-effectively than existing fluorescence detectors. Each FAST telescope would have a 1m2 mirror, four photomultiplier tubes, and a 30°x30° field of view. An array of 500 stations with 12 telescopes each could achieve coverage of 150,000 km2. Initial observations with three FAST telescopes have detected air shower signals in coincidence with an existing fluorescence detector.
Windscreen Antenna Analysis for broadcasting services in vehicles- Comparison...Altair
Over the last few decades, the defogger of vehicles was increasingly used as an antenna for mobile reception of broadcast services. Ever since, the development of vehicular window antennas was a tedious and time consuming task, because the development procedure was subjected to an iterative series of measurements.
Due to enhanced computing power of workstations and server-systems, it is now possible, to calculate antenna structures including whole vehicle bodies in electromagnetic simulations. Especially for calculating the performance of antenna structures integrated into vehicular windows, the FEKO wind screen function became an indispensable tool for accurate simulations of real world scenarios. With comparable results in simulation and measurements, errors can be identified and fixed faster as ever before. The possibility to consider current flow, 3D directivity, antenna efficiency and further analyses additionally contributes to a significant improvement in the development process of vehicular window antennas. Recent comparisons of simulation and measurement results in a rear window antenna development project were confirming that simulative calculated predictions are in good correspondence to measurements of produced vehicular window antennas.
Speakers
Dr.-Ing. Johannes Kammerer, Senior RF Engineer Kathrein Automotive
Lafarge Process Kit - Dry weigt consistency ANALYSIS.pdfMario Charlin
1. The document provides instructions for analyzing the dry weight consistency of consecutive plasterboards produced on a production line. It describes numbering boards, weighing them, and analyzing the data.
2. The data analysis includes calculating the mean, standard deviation, and performing a Fourier analysis to identify any periodic events that could be causing inconsistency issues.
3. Safety precautions are described, including having an operator near the emergency stop button during testing and wearing protective gloves when handling boards.
This document provides an update on emissions and aftertreatment technologies for stationary engines. It summarizes upcoming EPA and CARB emissions standards for engines of various sizes, discusses diesel particulate filter and selective catalytic reduction system design considerations, and provides information on specific product offerings from various manufacturers. Key topics covered include Tier 4 emissions reduction requirements, active versus passive DPF systems, combination DPF/SCR systems, control unit capabilities, and application ranges for different abatement technologies.
Flight x vision powerpoint presentationFLIGHT DENTAL
The Flight X-Vision Portable Handheld Dental X-Ray uses a state of the art X-Ray Generator made by Canon in Japan, that is compact and ultra safe. This allows the X-Vision to be a powerful unit but remain lightweight and portable. The ergonomic design allows the x-ray to be comfortably held in your hands and with one of the most intuitive and easy to use interfaces it makes doing a full mouth series easier and more efficient. In addition, the X-Vision features one of the longest lasting batteries on the market for handheld dental x-rays with a high quality Panasonic Lithium Ion Battery that is able to produce up to 800+ exposures in one charge. The X-Vision is safe, effective, lightweight and will make traditional wall mounted intraoral x-rays obsolete in the coming years.
This document provides specifications for four families of white LED lights produced by Intellisystem Technologies S.r.l.: WL-F42, WL-F30, WL-F20, and WL-F15. Each product family includes parameters such as the number and type of LEDs, power input/output, lighting output, and dimensions. Performance metrics like lighting intensity at various distances and angles are provided in chart form for each family.
This document discusses advances in fault detection and diagnosis in industry. It covers condition monitoring techniques like vibration analysis, lubricant analysis, and thermography. It discusses the differences between fault, failure, and malfunction and describes fault detection as detecting small faults early through techniques like limit checking and trend analysis. Fault diagnosis involves diagnosing faults in processes, parts, and devices using analytical and heuristic methods. Condition monitoring systems are discussed along with fault detection models using process variables. Data analysis techniques and online enterprise asset management are also covered.
The document summarizes an ophthalmology innovation summit presentation about the Raindrop Near Vision Inlay. The Raindrop is a small hydrogel inlay implanted between the cornea and Bowman's layer to improve near and intermediate vision for presbyopia. Clinical trial results on 340 patients found 95% achieved 20/25 or better near vision, low rates of visual side effects, and high patient satisfaction at 12 months. Additional results on pseudophakic patients at 6 months also showed high rates of good near, intermediate, and distance-corrected vision. The Raindrop aims to provide an alternative to reading glasses or bifocals through a quick, minimally invasive procedure with high light transmission and compatibility with intraocular lenses.
Quality Assurance on Diagnostic Equipment/AccessoriesTheoNtiri1
This document provides an overview of quality assurance procedures for diagnostic radiography equipment and accessories. It discusses the importance of quality assurance and quality control in maintaining high standards, reducing radiation dose and costs from repeated tests. It then details specific tests and inspection criteria for various components of radiographic systems, including generators, computers, viewers and monitors. Frequency of testing and corrective actions are provided. Procedures are described for testing lead aprons, light field-radiation field alignment, and other equipment. References for additional information are listed at the end.
1. Silver halide crystals in dental x-ray film absorb x-radiation during exposure and store the energy, forming a latent image. There are two main methods for processing film: manual processing involves developing, fixing, washing and drying films by hand, while automatic processing completes these steps mechanically without rinsing.
2. A panoramic radiograph provides a view of the entire maxilla and mandible, while periapical films examine individual teeth and surrounding structures using paralleling or bisecting technique. Intraoral films also include bitewings and occlusals. Extraoral exams include cephalometric films of the skull.
3. Patient radiation exposure is minimized by following ALARA principles -
Vulnerability of Synchrophasor-based WAMPAC Applications’ to Time-Synchroniza...Luigi Vanfretti
This paper experimentally assesses the impact of time synchronization spoofing attacks (TSSA) on synchrophasor-based Wide-Area Monitoring, Protection and Control applications. Phase Angle Monitoring (PAM), anti-islanding protection and power oscillation damping applications are investigated. TSSA are created using a real-time IRIG-B signal generator and power system models are executed using a real-time simulator with commercial phasor measurement units (PMUs) coupled to them as hardware-in-the-loop. Because PMUs utilize time synchronization signals to compute synchrophasors, an error in the PMUs’ time input introduces a proportional phase error in the voltage or current phase measurements provided by the PMU. The experiments conclude that a phase angle monitoring application will show erroneous power transfers, whereas the anti-islanding protection mal-operates and the damping controller introduces negative damping in the system as a result of the time synchronization error incurred in the PMUs due to TSSA. The proposed test-bench and TSSA approach can be used to investigate the impact of TSSA on any WAMPAC application and to determine the time synchronization error threshold that can be tolerated by these WAMPAC applications.
This document summarizes a study that investigated using mixed recycled plastics and glass as an aggregate replacement in asphalt mixtures. The study had two main objectives: 1) To examine the feasibility of using waste materials like glass and plastics in asphalt mixtures under different aging conditions. 2) To model the deformation of each sample using finite element analysis software. Various samples with different percentages of recycled materials were fabricated and tested for properties like resilient modulus and creep resistance both before and after short and long-term aging. Results showed that some mixtures with recycled materials exhibited better properties than the control sample. Finite element modeling was also conducted and showed good agreement with experimental results.
Dr. Haykel Kamoun presentation at the Mediphacos User Meeting 2013Mediphacos
This document discusses a ring simulator software for predicting outcomes of intracorneal ring segment (ICRS) treatments. The software aims to improve predictability by simulating topographic results. It was developed over 2 years using a refractive and topographic database of past ICRS patients. The simulator allows users to enter a pre-op case and choose similar past cases for simulation. It integrates a nomogram but can suggest alternatives. Examples show simulated post-op maps closely match real results 95% of time when a similar prior case is selected. The developer concludes it is a valuable tool but the database needs expanding through multicenter evaluation to increase reliability.
The document summarizes data from the 6th European Live Summit on Retrograde CTO Revascularization held in Zurich, Switzerland in April 2017. It provides data on trends in retrograde CTO revascularization techniques between 2008-2019, including usage of various guidewires, microcatheters, and other devices. Key findings include a rise in radial approaches and contralateral injections over time, as well as improved angiographic success rates, even in complex cases with high J-CTO scores or low left ventricular ejection fraction.
15th Experts Live CTO - Carlo Di Mario: ConclusionsEuro CTO Club
PLENARY SESSION
Wrap up of live cases, awards to the winners of the best abstracts and case competitions and take home messages
Auditorium Zubin Mehta - Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
Speakers:
Daniela Benedetto (Rome),
Francesco Burzotta (Rome),
Carlo Di Mario (Florence),
Roberto Garbo (Turin),
Rocco Stio (Rome)
Challengers:
Stelios Pyxaras (Furth - D),
Sudhir Rathore (London - UK)
Discussants:
Shunsuke Matsuno (Tokyo - J),
Alexander Nap (Amsterdam - NL),
Masahisa Yamane (Tokyo - J)
___________________________________________
15th Experts Live CTO,
EUROCTO Club meeting in partnership with the GISE CTO meeting.
September 8th - 9th, 2023
Florence, Italy
Francesco Burzotta: Wrap up Gemelli CasesEuro CTO Club
PLENARY SESSION
Wrap up of live cases, awards to the winners of the best abstracts and case competitions and take home messages
Auditorium Zubin Mehta - Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
Speakers:
Daniela Benedetto (Rome),
Francesco Burzotta (Rome),
Carlo Di Mario (Florence),
Roberto Garbo (Turin),
Rocco Stio (Rome)
Challengers:
Stelios Pyxaras (Furth - D),
Sudhir Rathore (London - UK)
Discussants:
Shunsuke Matsuno (Tokyo - J),
Alexander Nap (Amsterdam - NL),
Masahisa Yamane (Tokyo - J)
___________________________________________
15th Experts Live CTO,
EUROCTO Club meeting in partnership with the GISE CTO meeting.
September 8th - 9th, 2023
Florence, Italy
Jonathan Hill: Role of mechanica support in CTO recanalizationEuro CTO Club
10:42
Role of mechanica support in CTO recanalization
Jonathan Hill (London - UK)
___________________________________________
PARALLEL SESSION
Challenges And Opportunities In Cto Recanalization
Auditorium Zubin Mehta - Saturday 10:00 - 11:10
Chairperson:
Jonathan Hill (London - UK)
Discussants:
Lesnek Bryniarski (Krakow - PL),
Ugo Fabrizio (Vercelli),
Paul Knaapen (Amsterdam - NL),
Eugenio La Scala (Ollioiouls - F)
___________________________________________
15th Experts Live CTO,
EUROCTO Club meeting in partnership with the GISE CTO meeting.
September 8th - 9th, 2023
Florence, Italy
Gregor Leibundgut: Role of DEB in CTO-PCIEuro CTO Club
10:35 Role of DEB in CTO-PCI
Gregor Leibundgut (Basel - CH)
___________________________________________
PARALLEL SESSION
Challenges And Opportunities In Cto Recanalization
Auditorium Zubin Mehta - Saturday 10:00 - 11:10
Chairperson:
Jonathan Hill (London - UK)
Discussants:
Lesnek Bryniarski (Krakow - PL),
Ugo Fabrizio (Vercelli),
Paul Knaapen (Amsterdam - NL),
Eugenio La Scala (Ollioiouls - F)
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15th Experts Live CTO,
EUROCTO Club meeting in partnership with the GISE CTO meeting.
September 8th - 9th, 2023
Florence, Italy
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AUDITORIUM ZUBIN MEHTA
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PLENARY SESSION - INTERVENTIONAL CTO & CHIP RESEARCH Best CTO Publications 2022-23 (selected by the Editors of the Cardiology Interventional journals)
Emmanouil S. Brilakis - CTO PCI Outcome associated with poor quality of the d...Euro CTO Club
16:53
CTO PCI Outcome associated with poor quality of the distal target vessel
Emmanouil Brilakis (Minneapolis - USA)
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PARALLEL SESSION
Interventional CTO & Chip Research
Best CTO Publications 2022-23 (selected by the Editors of the Cardiology Interventional journals)
Auditorium Zubin Mehta - Friday 16:30 - 17:16
Chairpersons:
Davide Capodanno (Catania),
Carlo Di Mario (Florence),
Giuseppe Tarantini (Padua)
Panelist:
Roberto Diletti (Rotterdam - NL),
Giovanni Esposito (Naples),
Paul Knaapen (Amsterdam - NL),
Maksymilian Opolski (Warsaw - PL)
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15th Experts Live CTO,
EUROCTO Club meeting in partnership with the GISE CTO meeting.
September 8th - 9th, 2023
Florence, Italy
Mario Iannaccone - 2 EuroCTO Consensus on Guide Catheter Extensions JACC Card...Euro CTO Club
16:33
EuroCTO Consensus on Guide Catheter Extensions JACC Cardiovasc Interventions
Mario Iannaccone (Turin)
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PARALLEL SESSION
Interventional CTO & Chip Research
Best CTO Publications 2022-23 (selected by the Editors of the Cardiology Interventional journals)
Auditorium Zubin Mehta - Friday 16:30 - 17:16
Chairpersons:
Davide Capodanno (Catania),
Carlo Di Mario (Florence),
Giuseppe Tarantini (Padua)
Panelist:
Roberto Diletti (Rotterdam - NL),
Giovanni Esposito (Naples),
Paul Knaapen (Amsterdam - NL),
Maksymilian Opolski (Warsaw - PL)
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15th Experts Live CTO,
EUROCTO Club meeting in partnership with the GISE CTO meeting.
September 8th - 9th, 2023
Florence, Italy
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Learning objectives:
1. Describe the organisation of respiratory center
2. Describe the nervous control of inspiration and respiratory rhythm
3. Describe the functions of the dorsal and respiratory groups of neurons
4. Describe the influences of the Pneumotaxic and Apneustic centers
5. Explain the role of Hering-Breur inflation reflex in regulation of inspiration
6. Explain the role of central chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
7. Explain the role of peripheral chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
8. Explain the regulation of respiration during exercise
9. Integrate the respiratory regulatory mechanisms
10. Describe the Cheyne-Stokes breathing
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 42, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 36, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 13, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/Pt1nA32sdHQ
- Video recording of this lecture in Arabic language: https://youtu.be/uFdc9F0rlP0
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The droplets have a tendency to conglomerate to one big mass, but on being shaken they fall apart into countless little droplets again. It is used to ignite explosives, like mercury fulminate, the explosive character is one of its general themes.
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7. The most important question:
The indication -
Does this patient need to be
cathed?
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1
8. 04.04.2016
Shield close to patients body and
close to access -50% scatter
radiation
(Fetterly, Magnuson et al. 2011)
2
- 50 %
Good radiation habits
Disregarded rules at CTO live course 2015….
9. Radioprotection for the operator
Murphy JC, et al Am J Cardiology. 2011;108:1408-1410
RADPAD protection reduces scatter to operator:
Randomized study in 60 patients (40 CTOs)
G.Werner
10. 04.04.2016
Detector closer to patient:
Less scatter radiation
Better image quality
(Haqqani, Agarwal et al. 2011 Vascular Annual
Meeting of the Society for Vascular Surgery)
Also: Table height matters.
3
- 20 %
Good radiation habits
11. 04.04.2016
Avoid strong angulations
Journal of Vascular Surgery 2012 55, 799-805
Worst angulations: LAO lateral, caudal and
cranial. Use PA angulations if possible
(Kuon , JACC 2004)
Avoid “ dark” obstacles: Bones, metal
belly and liver (deep breath)
4
- 80 %
Good radiation habits
12. 3.3 mGy/s 2.9 mGy/s
4
Dont forget to collimate
- 12 %
+
13. Film runs as short as
possible
• 2 heartbeats are sufficient to
visualize lesions
–If you need to visualize late filling:
start with fluoro with cine to follow
(e.g. contralateral injection)
04.04.2016
5
- 40 %
23. 98 vs 98 patients; single operator 7.5 F/s
04.04.2016
10
6149
4078
0
1750
3500
5250
7000
mean Dose Area Product in cGy*cm²
AlluraXper Clarity
p < 0.000002
J. Reifart, DGK Mannheim 2016
- 30 %
-30% of total dose
regardless of user
X-ray equipment matters
27. Proc. Time 110 min
Fluoro 21.54 min
AK 0.546 Gy
ORI: 25
Dye; 270 ml
28. The 10 + Take home
messages:
1. Proper indication
2. Use all kinds of shielding (transparent,
leaden curtain, legs and abdomen)
3. Adjust detector & table
4. Collimation
5. Avoid magnification
6. Avoid bones, metal and liver (deep breath)
29. The 10 + Take home
messages:
7. Avoid LAO lateral/caudal/ cranial if
possible
8. Keep Cine runs short, Fluoro instead of
Cine
9. 7.5 frames/sec not 15 or 30
10. Step back while filming (tube!)
11.Use optimal equipment
Editor's Notes
Alaswad et al. CCI 2015; 85: 1123-29
Japanese retrograde registry 2017
Alaswad et al. CCI 2015; 85: 1123-29
Japanese retrograde registry 2017
Wörtlich: With contemporary powerful X ray equipment you might be able to document coronary arteries with fluoro only especially in non obese patients.
Some machines even store the last run and you can save it or have it replaced by the following run. Very useful to document balloon or stent positioning