Fuji mammography machine – Aga Khan Kisumu

Site Name

Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu

Location

Kisumu, Kenya

Commissioned Date

4th July 2022

Purpose

to enhance breast cancer screening and diagnostic capabilities

Sector

Critical Care

 

Crown Healthcare successfully installed a Fujifilm Mammography Machine at Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu, as part of its broader initiative to support high-impact diagnostic solutions in regional health facilities. The system is a significant technological upgrade that empowers the hospital to meet growing demand for women’s imaging services while providing patients with a safer, faster, and more comfortable diagnostic experience.

Rationale for Investment

  • Rising Breast Cancer Incidence: Increased cases across Kenya demand wider access to reliable screening tools.

  • Service Gap: Kisumu lacked consistent access to high-resolution mammography, especially with digital archiving and remote consultation capabilities.

  • Clinical Differentiation: Offers Aga Khan Kisumu a competitive edge in women’s health services and diagnostic precision.

Implementation Highlights

  • Departments Covered: Radiology and Women’s Health Unit

  • Timeline: Installation, calibration, and commissioning completed in 3 weeks

  • Training:

    • Comprehensive technical and clinical training provided to radiologists and imaging technologists

    • Ongoing technical support as part of post-installation service contract

Technical Specifications

  • Model: Fujifilm Amulet Innovality (or insert exact model if known)

  • Key Features:

    • High-resolution digital imaging with low-dose exposure

    • 2D and 3D (Tomosynthesis) imaging options

    • Comfortable patient positioning and fast scan times

    • PACS compatibility and diagnostic workstation integration

  • Operational Add-Ons:

    • Compression paddle sets

    • Radiologist review station

    • Backup power stabilizer for equipment safety

Expected Outcomes

  • Clinical Benefits:

    • Early and accurate detection of breast lesions

    • Improved diagnostic confidence through high-quality digital images

    • Reduced radiation dose and improved patient comfort

  • Operational Improvements:

    • Shorter exam times and reduced patient backlog

    • Digital image storage enables faster report turnaround and teleconsultation

  • Strategic Impact:

    • Positions Aga Khan Kisumu as a regional center for women’s diagnostic services

    • Reinforces Crown Healthcare’s role in oncology care infrastructure development

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