title: Concept of Hokkaido University picture archiving communication system.
abstract: The basic concept of Hokkaido University picture archiving communication system (HU-PACS) for its design in hardware architecture and in its characteristic functions is reported. After almost 10 years, the concept was solidified as the opinion of most of the doctors of HU Hospital. Discussions with vendors were very helpful in providing technical or industrial expertise and equipment to effect this concept with the limited funds available.
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, Hokkaido University, Japan.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Irie
mesh_terms: D011873:Radiology Information Systems