Title :
Requirements for picture archiving and communications
Author :
Leotta, D.F. ; Kim, Y.
Author_Institution :
Washington Univ., Seattle, WA, USA
fDate :
3/1/1993 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The current outlook for picture archiving and communications systems (PACS) in day-to-day clinical use is examined. After reviewing the components of a PACS, a set of requirements for a clinically acceptable system is outlined. The PACS concept employed by the US military is presented as an example of an integrated approach to a filmless hospital. Clinical evaluation, future applications, and current limitations of PACS technology are also reviewed.<>
Keywords :
PACS; reviews; PACS technology limitations; US military; clinically acceptable system; day-to-day clinical use; filmless hospital; picture archiving and communications systems; Biomedical imaging; Computed tomography; Hospitals; Magnetic resonance imaging; Medical services; Optical films; Optical imaging; Picture archiving and communication systems; Ultrasonic imaging; X-ray imaging;
Journal_Title :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, IEEE
