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PACS utilization in radiologic research.

Yelda Ozsunar1, Merter Keçeli, Kutsi Köseoğlu

  • 1Department of Radiology, Adnan Menderes University School of Medicine, 09100 Aydin, Turkey.

Academic Radiology
|January 17, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Digital Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) are increasingly used in radiology publications, but adoption varies significantly by geographic region. North American studies show higher PACS utilization compared to European and Asian research.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Medical Informatics
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Digital Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) are integral to modern radiology workflows.
  • Understanding the global adoption patterns of PACS in research is crucial for assessing technological integration and disparities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the utilization of PACS in radiologic publications.
  • To determine correlations between PACS use and geographic location, radiologic specialization, and advanced technology adoption.

Main Methods:

  • A review of 1,037 articles from AJR and Radiology (1999-2001).
  • Classification of articles based on PACS use, originating region, imaging modality, study design, and advanced technology use.
  • Statistical analysis, including the nonparametric chi-squared test, to correlate PACS utilization with identified factors.

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Main Results:

  • PACS were reported in 225 of 1,037 articles.
  • Department- or hospital-wide PACS were more common (72%) than mini PACS (24%).
  • Higher PACS utilization was observed in retrospective studies (nearly 50%) compared to prospective studies (25%).
  • A low correlation was found between PACS use and other advanced technologies.
  • Most reported PACS use originated from North America (60%), Europe (22%), and Asia (14%).

Conclusions:

  • PACS are used in a substantial number of radiology publications.
  • Significant disparities exist in PACS utilization rates across different world regions.
  • North American studies demonstrated considerably higher PACS usage compared to European and Asian studies.