CADENS Imaging Partners with Christie InnoMed

CADENS Imaging has signed a three year agreement with Christie InnoMed for the exclusive distribution of its CADENS Colon virtual colonoscopy solution in Canada.

CADENS Colon is a virtual colonoscopy solution designed to support radiologists performing non-invasive colorectal cancer screening. “Its addition to Christie InnoMed’s medical imaging product lines really complements our portfolio by closing the loop on the Computed Tomography Colonography (CTC) examination workflow. This novel and very promising solution integrates with any DICOM-compliant CT scan and with any PACS. Along with its 3D volume rendering, innovative measurement tool and comprehensive reporting function, CADENS Colon provides a complete workflow solution for CTC,” said André Dugas, President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie InnoMed.

“This solution also provides a unique computer-aided detection (CAD) system and an electronic colon cleansing tool, very different from what is currently available on the market. CADENS will address requirements in every imaging facility settings, from the private practice to university hospitals and in multisite, regional settings.” added Mr Dugas.

For CADENS Imaging, the benefits of this partnership are very clear. Hugo Douville, President and Chief Executive Officer of the company explained, “This agreement will allow CADENS Imaging to expand its sales network across Canada, benefit from Christie InnoMed’s excellent customer service and thus to increase its revenue.”

About Christie InnoMed
Christie InnoMed develops, distributes, integrates and supports innovative products and solutions that improve the performance of Canadian healthcare institutions in the areas of medical imaging and information management. Christie InnoMed professionals assist hospitals and clinics to optimize their imaging technologies and to increase performance outcomes in patient screening, diagnosis and treatment management. Christie provides extensive technical and clinical support for improving workflows and managing modalities, thereby helping customers to deliver the best care possible. Christie InnoMed integrates its proficiency in radiography, its expertise in systems architecture and applications development, and its in-depth knowledge of a broad range of complementary products into effective, open-ended enduring solutions.

About CADENS Imaging
Founded in 2007, CADENS Imaging is a private Canadian company that develops, manufactures and markets innovative computer-assisted medical imaging solutions to enhance diagnostic confidence and cost effectiveness. Its first product, CADENS Colon, supports radiologists performing non-invasive screening of colorectal cancer by virtual colonoscopy.