Evaluation of PACS in ultrasonography.
We review our experience with a picture archiving and communication system to replace film in the ultrasound section of a clinical radiology department. The system includes three ultrasound units connected by a fiberoptic network via acquisition nodes to a central data management system, workstation, and optical jukebox. The system handles 80% of sonographic studies in the department. Image production, interpretation, storage, and retrieval are evaluated. Despite limitations, a picture archiving and communication system can be integrated into a functioning ultrasound section of an active radiology department with minimal disruption and promising results.
Wolfman
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Department of Radiology, Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC 27517-1088.
Boehme
J M
JM
Choplin
R H
RH
Bechtold
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D003199:Computer Systems; D003626:Data Display; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / Q000295:instrumentation; D011873:Radiology Information Systems; D013997:Time Factors; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000295:instrumentation*