Know-how

Technological information from our expert staff

At EXAMION, experts from various disciplines and departments, in technology, sales and product development, handle all of the topics related to digital X-ray and medical image processing. Here we would like to let our expert employees have their say, so they can explain a few industry-specific terms in plainer language as well as some information worth knowing.

If you would like to start by reading up on what digital X-ray actually is, we also have the right article for you.

 

New Radiographic Guidelines for Equine Pre-Purchase Examinations

Since 1 April 2026, new radiographic guidelines issued by the Society for Equine Medicine (GPM) have come into force. These guidelines are expressly…

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Dental X-rays in Veterinary Medicine: Sensor vs. Imaging plate

Digital X-ray analysis is now standard practice in veterinary dental diagnostics, for example in the detection of periodontitis, tooth fractures, root…

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10 years of cooperation between Examion and Wilhelma Stuttgart – Exotic case

The partnership between EXAMION and the Wilhelma Zoological and Botanical Gardens in Stuttgart has been in place since 2016 and is characterized by…

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Measuring tape instead of a scale – estimating equine body weight using body measurements

Radiographic examinations are an important component of equine medicine and are used not only to assess orthopedic abnormalities of the limbs but also…

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The influence of patient-specific factors on the exposure index

In diagnostic digital radiology, the exposure index (EI) is a decisive parameter as it reflects the balance between the radiation emitted and the…

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Detection of malignant breast lesions in imaging: comparison of contrast-enhanced spiral breast computed tomography and mammography

Mammography is the most common imaging method for breast cancer screening. However, the two-dimensionality of the procedure significantly limits its…

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Mobile and portable X-ray - bringing the X-ray examination to the patient

What if a patient is unable to access routine X-ray care at a clinic or practice? Because their own state of health does not permit transportation,…

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