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Archive > September, 2009 Vol. X, No. 9

Right-sizing Your Orthopedic Imaging Equipment

Advice on choosing C-arms and tables that are right for you.

Irene Tsikitas, Associate Editor

With list prices ranging between $70,000 and $125,000, you want to be sure the C-arm you choose is exactly the right fit for your facility, both in terms of your imaging needs and your budget. The experts we talked to say that while the picture quality and magnification capabilities of today's top models are consistently excellent, there are several other factors to consider when shopping for orthopedic imaging equipment.

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