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[ACOnet (Austrian Academic Computer Network) as data carrier for teleradiologic consultations]
S M Giacomuzzi1, P Springer, A Dessl
1Universitätsklinik für Radiodiagnostik, Universitätsklinik Innsbruck.
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|May 20, 1998
Summary
The Austrian Academic Computer Network (ACOnet) offers a fast and reliable solution for teleradiology image transfer. This metropolitan area network (MAN) is a viable alternative to ISDN services for medical consultations.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Telemedicine
- Computer Networking
Context:
- Teleradiology enables remote diagnostic interpretations.
- Efficient image transfer is crucial for timely consultations.
- Academic networks offer potential for specialized data transmission.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the feasibility of using the Austrian Academic Computer Network (ACOnet) for teleradiologic image transfer.
- To assess ACOnet's performance for transmitting diagnostic radiology data between universities.
- To determine if ACOnet is a practical alternative to existing services like ISDN.
Summary:
- The study involved transferring 1740 test and 620 consultation image datasets between Innsbruck and Graz universities via ACOnet.
- Data transmission was reliable and fast, with an average transfer rate of 170.2 kBytes/s.
- No significant issues were encountered during the image transfer process.
Impact:
- ACOnet demonstrates high transfer capacity, making it a suitable option for teleradiology.
- The network provides a cost-effective and efficient solution for academic medical institutions.
- This research supports the integration of advanced networking technologies in healthcare for improved accessibility and speed.