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Optical disk archiving using a personal computer: a solution to image storage problems in diagnostic imaging

A Parkin1, H Norwood, A Erdentug

  • 1Department of Medical Physics, St James's University Hospital, Leeds, UK.

Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology
|March 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

This study presents a low-cost, flexible system for large-capacity diagnostic imaging archives using a personal computer (PC) and optical disk storage. The approach ensures efficient data retrieval and independent operation, overcoming limitations of expensive, incompatible scanner-integrated solutions.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Health Informatics
  • Computer Science

Background:

  • Diagnostic imaging departments require large-capacity, cost-effective image archives.
  • Existing optical disk solutions integrated with scanners are often expensive and incompatible with current hardware.
  • A need exists for flexible, standalone image storage systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a low-cost, standalone approach for large-capacity image archiving in diagnostic imaging.
  • To detail a system utilizing industry-standard personal computers and optical disk drives.
  • To ensure efficient data retrieval and compatibility with various imaging sources.

Main Methods:

  • A standalone system was developed using an industry-standard personal computer (PC) and a 5 1/4-inch optical disk drive.

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  • Image data were transferred from scanners via 8-inch floppy disks to the PC and then to the optical disk.
  • Patient details were managed in a PC database, creating pointers for optical disk file retrieval.
  • Data retrieval involved database lookup and copying data from optical disk to an 8-inch floppy disk for use at the scanner's viewing station.

    • Main Results:

    • The developed system provides a flexible solution for image archiving, accepting data from various sources and formats.
    • The system operates independently of the scanner, offering enhanced flexibility.
    • Utilizing industry-standard hardware ensures low cost and maintenance.
    • Data retrieval is efficient through a patient database-driven pointer system.

    Conclusions:

    • The described PC-based optical disk system offers a cost-effective and flexible solution for diagnostic imaging archives.
    • This approach overcomes the limitations of expensive, integrated optical disk solutions.
    • The system's independence from scanners and use of standard hardware contribute to its practicality and low maintenance.