Third installation of Elekta’s high-field MR-guided linear accelerator underway at University Medical Centre Utrecht
Reinforces commitment to research exploring how real-time clinical imaging coupled with precision radiotherapy can improve patient outcomesSTOCKHOLM, May 26, 2016 – Elekta (EKTA-B.ST) and Royal Philips (NYSE:PHG, AEX:PHIA) today announced the installation of a third high-field (1.5 Tesla) MR-guided linear accelerator (MR-linac) system at University Medical Centre (UMC) Utrecht. The Elekta MR-linac is designed to capture high-quality images of tumors and surrounding tissue, allowing physicians to rapidly assess and respond by modifying the radiation treatment, a responsive intervention