Vein Finders for Imaging Centers
Many imaging procedures, including CT scans, MRIs with contrast, and other diagnostic studies, require IV access for contrast agent delivery. When that IV access is difficult or delayed, it affects both the patient experience and the facility’s ability to stay on schedule.
Vein visualization technology projects a real-time map of the patient’s veins and venous valves directly onto the skin, giving imaging staff a clear visual reference before the needle is placed. This can support faster, more confident IV placement and help keep the imaging schedule moving.
Every Delay Has a Downstream Effect
Imaging center patients arrive from all walks of life and of all states of health and well-being. Some will have straightforward venous access. Others will not, particularly elderly patients, patients undergoing repeated imaging, or patients who are anxious about the procedure. A difficult IV start before a scan can delay the study, extend patient wait time, and create a backlog that ripples through the schedule.
Benefits
- Vein imaging can reduce time spent on IV placement before contrast studies
- May reduce delays caused by difficult venous access
- Can improve the patient experience during pre-scan preparation
- Lightweight at 12 ounces and easy to move between imaging suites
- Non-contact — no direct skin contact with the patient required
Why NextVein?
The NextVein V800NV uses near-infrared light to project a real-time vein map directly onto the patient’s skin. It is handheld, rechargeable via USB-C, and requires no installation or dedicated workstation — making it easy to deploy across multiple imaging suites or share between staff.
Every system is covered by the NextVein Total Protection Plan, including a no-questions-asked warranty and an equipment forward-swap program.
