The Kalyan Singh Super Specialty Cancer Institute in Lucknow has operationalized Uttar Pradesh’s first digital PET-CT scanner in a government institution, procured at ₹25 crore. This advanced system delivers sharper imaging, superior lesion detection, shorter scan times, and reduced radiation enhancing precision oncology and patient comfort while curbing reliance on private facilities.
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Inaugurated by Director Prof. M.L.B. Bhatt, the digital PET-CT uses cutting-edge detectors for clearer images and accurate staging/treatment monitoring. It supports Ayushman Bharat patients at ~₹10,450 (excluding contrast), improves small-lesion visibility, and enables tailored therapies—marking a milestone for affordable, high-quality cancer diagnostics in public healthcare.
The Kalyan Singh Super Specialty Cancer Institute (KSSSCI) in Lucknow has achieved a significant breakthrough by setting up Uttar Pradesh’s first digital PET-CT scanner within a government medical facility. This ₹25 crore investment elevates diagnostic precision for cancer patients, reducing dependency on private centres and associated travel/costs.
Unlike traditional analogue PET-CT systems, the digital version employs advanced digital detectors for:
Sharper, higher-resolution images.
Superior detection of small or early-stage cancer lesions.
Accurate evaluation of disease spread and response to chemotherapy/radiotherapy.
- Shorter scanning durations for enhanced patient comfort.
Potential reduction in radiation exposure.
These capabilities allow oncologists to customize treatments more effectively, improving outcomes in a state with rising cancer incidence.
Director Prof. M.L.B. Bhatt inaugurated the facility, emphasizing its role in strengthening oncology services. For Ayushman Bharat beneficiaries, scans are priced at approximately ₹10,450 (excluding contrast), with structured rates for other categories ensuring broader accessibility.
This development addresses a critical gap: while conventional PET-CT is available elsewhere, digital technology’s enhanced sensitivity positions KSSSCI as a leader in public-sector precision diagnostics.
“Unlike conventional PET-CT scanners Digital PET-CT uses digital detectors resulting in sharper images, better detection of small cancer lesions, and accurate assessment of disease spread and response to treatment.”
By
HB Team
