ISTANBUL, Turkey — May 31, 2026 — Angell Technology, a pioneer in advanced medical imaging, showcased its groundbreaking Whole-Body 3D Imaging System at the Global Spine Congress (GSC) 2026, held from May 27–30 in Istanbul. Marking a major milestone in its global clinical expansion, the company also announced that the system has successfully been installed and put into clinical routine across three major hospitals in Istanbul, establishing Turkey as a key hub for Angell’s weight-bearing 3D imaging technology.
Hosted by AO Spine, the Global Spine Congress is one of the world’s largest and most influential annual gatherings for spine surgery. This year’s event drew over 2,500 spine specialists and scholars from more than 80 countries and regions to discuss cutting-edge advancements in degenerative spine diseases, deformity correction, minimally invasive surgery, and novel imaging technologies.
Redefining Spine Diagnostics: True Weight-Bearing 3D Imaging
At the heart of Angell Technology’s exhibition was its Whole-Body 3D Skeletal Diagnostic and Treatment System—the world’s first innovative equipment capable of reconstructing full-spine 3D images while the patient is in a natural, standing position. The system bridges the gap between imaging acquisition and clinical decision-making.
Advanced Diagnostics: By supporting full-spine, weight-bearing 3D scans, the system automatically measures the 3D Cobb angle and precisely calculates critical spinal parameters, including vertebral rotation angles and pelvic incidence.
Visualized Analysis: Deformities and spinal imbalances are instantly visualized through vertebral displacement and rotation vector diagrams, allowing clinicians to analyze structural issues in a true weight-bearing state.
Efficiency: A comprehensive, structured report containing all measured parameters is generated with a single click in under 15 seconds, significantly accelerating clinical workflows.
Transforming Clinical Workflows from Diagnosis to Surgery
Beyond diagnostics, the system deeply integrates preoperative planning capabilities. Surgeons can design 3D trajectories for pedicle screws directly within the software, simulate various orthopedic correction strategies, and evaluate the biomechanical impacts of each approach. Furthermore, the platform supports the customized generation of 3D-printed surgical guides, as well as personalized designs for spinal cages and rods.
During the congress, the system drew significant attention from international spine surgeons. Multiple experts highly praised its ability to empower the entire clinical pathway—from complex scoliosis correction to routine spinal surgeries—applauding it as a comprehensive, “all-in-one” solution for modern spine care.
From Exhibition to Execution: Three Clinical Deployments in Turkey
Validating its academic acclaim with immediate clinical utility, the system has already been fully commissioned in three prominent hospitals in Istanbul. It is currently being utilized for preoperative assessments, postoperative comparisons, and standing-state parameter measurements for scoliosis patients.
The weight-bearing system captures critical biomechanical information that traditional supine CT and MRI scans often miss.
“This technology provides us with highly accurate and detailed 3D biomechanical data,” noted a participating Turkish orthopedic spine surgeon. “It allows us to capture the spine’s true alignment under gravity, helping us design safer, highly customized surgical plans for every patient.”
A New Chapter for Global Precision Medicine
The deployment in Istanbul marks a strategic entry point for Angell Technology’s proprietary solutions into the Euro-Asian clinical market. Moving forward, Angell Technology remains committed to iterating and expanding its whole-body 3D skeletal imaging portfolio, aiming to bring advanced, precise, and patient-centric orthopedic solutions to healthcare providers and patients worldwide.
