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A low-cost, full-function picture archiving and communication system using standard PC hardware and the traditional
G M Kolodny1, V Raptopolous, M Simon
1Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA 02215, USA.
AJR. American Journal of Roentgenology
|March 4, 1999
Summary
A new Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) called OpenPACS integrates various imaging modalities. This system utilizes standard hardware and internet accessibility for efficient image display and interpretation.
Area of Science:
- Radiology and Medical Imaging
- Health Informatics
Background:
- A Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) has been in use for 12 years.
- A novel PACS, OpenPACS, has been implemented to integrate multiple imaging modalities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate OpenPACS, a new Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
- To assess the system's capability for displaying and interpreting various imaging studies including CT, MR, sonography, nuclear medicine, and radiography.
Main Methods:
- OpenPACS utilizes low-cost, standard PC hardware and widely available software.
- The system is accessible over the Internet.
- A wall-sized multimonitor display (6400 x 4800 pixels) presents imaging slices simultaneously or in cine mode.
- Wireless mouse control allows adjustment of display parameters.
- Multiple CT and MR imaging scanners from different vendors are networked to OpenPACS.
Main Results:
- OpenPACS supports interpretation and display of CT, MR imaging, sonography, nuclear medicine, and computed and digital radiography.
- The system offers a high-resolution display resembling traditional X-ray viewboxes.
- Radiologists quickly adapt to the system due to its use of standard Windows icons and procedures.
Conclusions:
- OpenPACS provides a user-friendly and integrated solution for diverse medical imaging needs.
- The system's design facilitates rapid adoption and efficient workflow for radiologists.
