The new system combines AI-powered workflow and ECG-free scanning with advanced imaging solutions to improve access to cardiac CT, even in complex cases like atrial fibrillation and calcified arteries.
At the American College of Cardiology 2025 meeting, GE HealthCare introduced Revolution Vibe, a new computed tomography (CT) system with Unlimited One-Beat Cardiac imaging designed to deliver consistent, high-quality images for patients, even in challenging cases like atrial fibrillation and heavily calcified coronaries.
The system is combined with the company’s ECG-less Cardiac, TrueFidelity DL, SnapShot Freeze 2, and Effortless Workflow’s AI-powered solutions.
As cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to rise globally, the need for advanced diagnostic technologies like cardiac CT angiography (CCTA) becomes increasingly critical. CCTA offers a non-invasive, cost-effective, and highly sensitive method for diagnosing coronary artery disease. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence recommends CCTA as the first-line investigation for patients with chest pain due to suspected coronary artery disease. Similarly, recent increases in Medicare reimbursement rates for CCTA are a positive step toward making this technology more accessible.
“Expanding access to CCTA is crucial for managing the rising prevalence of CVD, ensuring timely and accurate diagnoses for a larger patient population,” says Jean-Luc Procaccini, president and CEO of molecular imaging and computed tomography at GE HealthCare, in a release. “Our introduction of Revolution Vibe underscores our commitment to this mission. The system is designed to encourage the broader adoption of and access to cardiac imaging, combining advanced technology with AI-powered solutions to deliver fast, accurate diagnoses and a more comfortable patient experience. It is designed to empower healthcare providers to offer the highest quality care, even in the most challenging cases.”
Enhancing Cardiac CT with Versatility and Speed
Revolution Vibe is designed to enhance cardiac capabilities, enabling Unlimited One-Beat Cardiac imaging. This technology offers full-heart images at low dose, aiming to improve access for patients with complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, breath-holding difficulties, heavily calcified coronaries, in-stent restenosis, and cases without an ECG trace. TrueFidelity DL images for cardiac and SnapShot Freeze 2 offer Revolution Vibe users high-quality imaging with motion-free images. The system also offers ECG-less Cardiac to help improve patient access and simplify preparation for exams without an ECG connection, making it ideal for situations where speed is a priority or when the ECG signal is unavailable.
Effortless Cardiac Workflow also optimizes the system for cardiac scans, leveraging AI to automatically select protocols and position the patient. In a clinical evaluation, the one-step decision tree workflow helped reduce exam time by 50%, freeing up four minutes of radiologists’ time per study. It also helped reduce the patient preparation process by up to five minutes per scan. Much of this time is saved due to reduced positioning time, minimized usage of beta blockers, and eliminating the need for an ECG connection when the cardiac exam needs to be prioritized for patient access and speed.
Finally, Revolution Vibe is designed to help healthcare facilities expand their service lines and manage lifecycle costs. “With the growing need for cardiac CT, the system’s versatility and ability to handle increased cardiac exams and general imaging needs make it accessible to more facilities,” according to a release from GE HealthCare.
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