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Archive > April, 2009 Vol. X, No. 4

What to Look for in a Pain C-arm

The right fluoroscopic imaging equipment is crucial to the success and profitability of your interventional pain management cases.

Michael Schroeder, RN, BSN

If you're adding or expanding interventional pain management services, choosing the right C-arm is one of the most important decisions you'll have to make. At $125,000 to $135,000, these machines are a huge up-front expense and the largest capital equipment outlay associated with pain management. Good fluoroscopy is also vital to ensuring positive outcomes, patient safety and efficient case flow. Here's what you need to consider when shopping for a C-arm.

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