advantages of the Niris OCT imaging system

The Imalux OCT technology is breakthrough because it offers capabilities not provided by other imaging modalities. Since it was first clinically demonstrated in 1991, Optical Coherence Tomography has the potential to become the 6th broad medical imaging technology. The Imalux OCT technology platform is based on technology developed at the Institute of Applied Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences (IAP) and uses Near InfraRed light to create real-time images.

This proprietary technology miniaturized a lateral scanning mechanism into a thin probe to facilitate imaging of a variety of tissue sites. These images provide structural information about tissue. OCT can image multiple scattering soft and hard tissues to a depth of 1-2 millimeters (mm). Many diagnostically important tissue alterations occur within this depth. OCT offers the following advantages over other imaging technologies:

• High-spatial resolution

• Normal-abnormal tissue contrast

• Point-of-care

• Real-time acquisition

• Economical operation By visualizing microstructure within the depth of 2 millimeters (where many diagnostically important tissue alterations occur), Niris provides physicians and surgeons a valuable tool to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and surveillance of disease.

The Niris System does not require the expense of a dedicated staff or imaging room. No bigger than a desktop computer, it is convenient to use in any clinic, hospital, office practice or mobile location. It empowers healthcare professionals to react immediately, whenever and wherever medical judgment says: “I need to take a closer look at this...” Clinicians across a wide-spectrum of medical specialties can use this powerful tissue-profiling innovation throughout the entire cycle of care – before, during and after treatment.

before

powerful diagnostic tool
Niris provides a point-of-care imaging option encouraging immediate, proactive diagnosis, thereby offering the opportunity for a single episode-of-care.

during

powerful surgical assistance tool
Niris extends an extraordinary new kind of vision to surgeons, with compelling, real-time images that instantly display tissue microstructure; visibility of this microstructure is particularly valuable in assessing margins of abnormal tissue requiring resection.

after powerful post-treatment follow-up tool The accessibility and efficiency of Niris make surveillance and follow-up of a treated area or condition easy and effective.

The Imalux OCT technology platform has multiple issued patents and several pending. This patent portfolio covers a variety of proprietary technologies that enable the Company to deploy devices with high image quality at an affordable cost.

During the past ten years of OCT technology development, the scientific community has published more than 3,250 papers regarding its technical advantages and clinical uses. Related specifically to Imalux’s technology, there have been more than 30 peer-reviewed clinical and technical papers and 40 international conference presentations.

Imalux has received FDA clearance and ISO and CE Mark certification.

The information provided on this website is for the purpose of educating potential users about the OCT technology.  Pictures contained on this website are for demonstration purposes only and should not be construed to accurately depict the body part, condition, or disease described.  Nothing contained on this website is intended to be instructional for medical diagnosis or treatment.  The information contained herein should not be considered complete, or take the place of thoroughly reading all inserts and labels pertaining to and included with the OCT technology.

Imalux shall not be liable for any improper use of the OCT technology and makes no representations or warranties as to the OCT technology’s efficacy, except as described in the labeling and inserts included with the product.  Imalux makes no representations or warranties as to the use of OCT technology in the event that the user attempts to service or repair the machine without using a technician certified by Imalux or uses any accessories other than those recommended by Imalux.

Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.