# Adoption of photon-counting CT technology in Europe > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/adoption-of-photon-counting-ct-technology-in-europe > Updated: 2026-08-10T03:05:02.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. The implementation of photon-counting computed tomography (CT) technology is expanding across European medical institutions, offering enhanced diagnostic precision and improved patient safety. In Croatia, Zagreb Clinical Hospital (KBC Zagreb) installed the first photon-counting CT scanner in the country’s public health system as part of a €20 million modernization program. The €3.5 million device aims to improve the detection of cardiovascular, neurological, and oncological diseases while reducing radiation exposure. Further adoption of this technology is noted in Germany and Switzerland. The University Hospital Würzburg has implemented a third photon-counting CT device, which reportedly allows for a 50 percent reduction in radiation doses and a 50 percent decrease in required contrast media. Research from the University of Zurich indicates the technology provides ultra-high-resolution imaging, which is effective for visualizing minute structures such as coronary artery branches and dental implants. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-10: Photon-counting CT technology improves diagnostic precision and reduces radiation New photon-counting CT technology is improving diagnostic precision, enabling faster scans, and reducing radiation and contrast media exposure by up to 50 percent. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/photon-counting-ct-technology-improves-diagnostic-precision-and-reduces-radiation ### 2026-08-06: Zagreb Hospital Receives Croatia's First Photon-Counting CT Scanner KBC Zagreb has installed Croatia's first photon‑counting CT scanner, a €3.5 million device that enhances diagnostic precision and lowers radiation, part of a €20 million hospital upgrade. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zagreb-hospital-receives-croatias-first-photon-counting-ct-scanner --- Cite as: Adoption of photon-counting CT technology in Europe. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/adoption-of-photon-counting-ct-technology-in-europe