title: Internet-based videoconferencing and data collaboration for the imaging community.
abstract: Internet protocol-based digital data collaboration with videoconferencing is not yet well utilized in the imaging community. Videoconferencing, combined with proven low-cost solutions, can provide reliable functionality and speed, which will improve rapid, time-saving, and cost-effective communications, within large multifacility institutions or globally with the unlimited reach of the Internet. The aim of this project was to demonstrate the implementation of a low-cost hardware and software setup that facilitates global data collaboration using WebEx and GoToMeeting Internet protocol-based videoconferencing software. Both products' features were tested and evaluated for feasibility across 2 different Internet networks, including a video quality and recording assessment. Cross-compatibility with an Apple OS is also noted in the evaluations. Departmental experiences with WebEx pertaining to clinical trials are also described. Real-time remote presentation of dynamic data was generally consistent across platforms. A reliable and inexpensive hardware and software setup for complete Internet-based data collaboration/videoconferencing can be achieved.
authors.affiliation: Wright Center of Innovation in Biomedical Imaging, Department of Radiology, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA.
authors.forename: David P
authors.initials: DP
authors.lastname: Poon
authors.forename: John W
authors.initials: JW
authors.lastname: Langkals
authors.forename: Frederik L
authors.initials: FL
authors.lastname: Giesel
authors.forename: Michael V
authors.initials: MV
authors.lastname: Knopp
authors.forename: Hendrik
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: von Tengg-Kobligk
mesh_terms: D016494:Computer Security; D005240:Feasibility Studies; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D011786:Quality Control; D019114:Remote Consultation / Q000379:methods*; D012984:Software; D019112:Teleradiology; D049269:Videoconferencing