MRIguidance develops BoneMRI, a software solution that generates 3D images of bone structures from MRI scans, eliminating the need for ionizing radiation in bone imaging. This technology enhances diagnostic accuracy and streamlines clinical workflows by providing comprehensive imaging information from a single MRI exam.
Funding
$3.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
EHFounders
Product
Problem
Traditional bone imaging techniques often rely on computed tomography (CT) scans, which expose patients and medical staff to ionizing radiation. Repeated exposure to radiation can increase the lifetime risk of developing neoplasms, especially in young, developing patients requiring frequent imaging.
Solution
MRIguidance's BoneMRI is a software solution that generates 3D, CT-like images of bone structures using data derived from standard MRI scans. This eliminates the need for ionizing radiation, providing a safer alternative for bone imaging, particularly beneficial for pediatric patients and those requiring repeated scans. BoneMRI images are automatically reconstructed and forwarded to PACS, ensuring seamless integration into existing clinical workflows and compatibility with major MRI scanner brands. The intrinsically registered images facilitate personalized diagnosis and treatment planning with greater confidence, and can be utilized for surgical planning and navigation.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes radiologists, orthopedic surgeons, and hospitals, particularly those focused on pediatric care, seeking to reduce radiation exposure while maintaining high-quality bone imaging for diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical navigation.
Features
- Generates 3D CT-like images from MRI scans, eliminating radiation exposure
- Compatible with all major MRI scanners
- Images are automatically reconstructed and forwarded to PACS for easy integration into clinical workflows
- Facilitates personalized diagnosis and treatment planning with intrinsically registered images
- Can be used for surgical planning and navigation
- Supports imaging of various anatomies including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, and pelvic region
- Utilizes deep learning to enhance image quality through denoising and artifact reduction
- Offers an ultra-short scoliosis-specific MRI protocol for faster scanning