An apparatus and method for integrating computed tomography (CT) or computerized axial tomography (CAT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to provide high spatial-accurate resolution images. The apparatus includes a first section for obtaining a first set of images of a subject, the first section including a design of a CT machine with much larger dimension in height and width and very large opening or first diameter and redistribution of the electric gear peripherally, and a second section for obtaining a second set of images of the subject. More specifically, the CT machine design permits to position the CT x-ray tube, sensors and other electric and rotating gear substantially outside the magnetic field of the MRI machine, and the CT machine preferably includes three cameras or X-ray tubes at about 120 degree from each other for reduced scanning time.
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