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Mohammed VI University Hospital in Rabat introduces PET-MRI technology to Moroccan medical landscape
via Le Matin2 min read
The Mohammed VI University Hospital in Rabat, part of the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sciences and Health, has deployed PET-MRI technology. This system, developed by United Imaging, combines metabolic imaging from Positron Emission Tomography PET with high-precision morphological imaging from Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI into a single examination. This "one-stop shop" approach simplifies the patient's journey by centralizing both modalities on one platform, reducing appointment times, and improving the clarity of results for medical teams. The technology has numerous clinical applications, including the diagnosis and monitoring of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, certain cancers breast, prostate, lymphomas, pediatric indications, autoimmune pathologies, and cardiovascular diseases. Professor Imad Ghfir notes that this technology allows for a more detailed exploration of lesions, more rigorous disease staging, and more relevant therapeutic strategies, positioning Morocco as an emerging hub for medical innovation, training, and research. Professor Nabil Moatassim Billah highlights that combining these imaging modalities enhances diagnostic precision while reducing patient radiation exposure. Adil Mesfioui emphasizes that PET-MRI improves the patient care pathway and the quality of medical procedures. This initiative marks Morocco's integration of advanced equipment into its healthcare system, reflecting a broader transformation driven by innovation and the pursuit
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