What is the difference between DR and CR in veterinary digital radiography?

DR (Direct Radiography) uses a flat-panel detector that instantly converts X-ray photons to a digital image — results appear in 3–5 seconds. CR (Computed Radiography) uses a reusable phosphor plate that must be processed in a separate reader, taking 60–90 seconds per image. DR is faster, produces higher image quality, and involves fewer consumable costs over time. HQS Medical primarily supplies DR flat-panel systems.

What resolution and image quality can I expect from a veterinary DR system?

HQS Medical's DR flat-panel detectors use amorphous silicon (a-Si) or amorphous selenium (a-Se) technology with pixel sizes of 100–150 µm, producing images with 3–7 line pairs/mm resolution. This is sufficient to visualize fine trabecular bone detail, intervertebral disc spaces, and soft-tissue mineral opacities in patients from 0.3 kg (pocket pets) to 500 kg (horses).

Is the system DICOM compatible for PACS integration?

Yes. All HQS Medical DR systems are DICOM 3.0 compliant and support DICOM Store, Query/Retrieve, Worklist, and Print. Images can be sent directly to any PACS (picture archiving and communication system) over the hospital network, enabling centralized storage, remote review, and tele-radiology consultation.

Can a veterinary C-arm be used during orthopedic surgery?

Yes. HQS Medical's mobile C-arm fluoroscopy systems provide real-time X-ray visualization for intraoperative fracture reduction, implant placement verification, and minimally invasive orthopedic procedures. The flat-screen image intensifier delivers live fluoroscopy at low radiation dose, and images are saved directly to the integrated workstation for the surgical record.

What radiation safety measures are needed for a veterinary X-ray system?

Requirements include: (1) a radiation-shielded room (0.5–1 mm lead equivalent for walls adjacent to occupied areas), (2) personal dosimetry badges for all personnel present during exposures, (3) lead aprons, gloves, and thyroid shields for chemical restraint cases, (4) a radiation safety officer designation, and (5) compliance with local regulatory authority registration for the X-ray generator. HQS Medical provides a shielding specification document for each system.

How long does installation of a veterinary digital X-ray system take?

A wall-mounted DR system with overhead tube crane typically takes 1–2 days for a trained installation engineer to complete. Table-mounted and portable systems can be operational within a few hours. HQS Medical provides remote commissioning support via video call for all systems, and on-site installation is available through regional partners.

Veterinary Digital X-Ray System

Digital radiography has become the standard of care for musculoskeletal, thoracic, and abdominal imaging in veterinary medicine. HQS Medical offers turnkey DR flat-panel systems with wireless detectors, mobile C-arm fluoroscopy units for real-time surgical guidance, and portable X-ray generators for equine field work. Our systems produce high-resolution images with low radiation dose and seamless DICOM integration for PACS archiving. User-friendly acquisition software includes veterinary measurement tools and breed-specific exposure presets. All systems are CE certified and shipped with installation, training, and ongoing technical support.

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Sistema DR a Raggi X

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Modello: DR - 100

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Sistema DR a Raggi X

Sistema di Radiografia Digitale Veterinaria

Modello: DR - A10

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Veterinary Digital X-Ray System

Sistema di Radiografia Digitale

Sistema di Radiografia Digitale Veterinaria

Frequently Asked Questions — Veterinary Digital X-Ray System