Wandong Medical Installs Helium-free MRI in Somalia

AKAP
Nov 19, 2023
3 min read

Wandong Medical, a Chinese medical equipment provider, installed the first liquid-helium-free MRI in Somalia. Overcoming the difficulties of transporting liquid helium, Wandong's FREE-cool cryogenic conduction platform has enabled the use of the i-Vision 1.5T MRI in a Somali hospital, aiding precise diagnostics for organ diseases. The achievement marks a significant step in addressing the challenges faced by regions with limited medical resources. The success in Somalia has led to additional orders, showcasing the potential global impact of helium-free MRI technology.

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