PACS: A Guide to the Digital Revolution
Dreyer, Keith J.; Hirschorn, David S.; Thrall, James H.; Mehta, Amit
Language: English
Published by Springer (edition Second Edition 2006), 2005
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- Title
- PACS: A Guide to the Digital Revolution
- Author
- Dreyer, Keith J.; Hirschorn, David S.; Thrall, James H.; Mehta, Amit
- Publisher
- Springer (edition Second Edition 2006)
- Publication year
- 2005
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0387260102
- ISBN 13
- 9780387260105
- Edition
- Second Edition 2006.
PACS: A Guide to the Digital Revolution, Second Edition, fills an incredible need by explaining the technological advances associated with the transition of radiology departments to filmless environments. The editors are leaders in the field of medical imaging and they provide insight into emerging technologies for physicians, administrators, and other interested groups. Chapters address key topics in current literature with regard to the generation, transfer, interpretation, and distribution of images.
This new edition has been updated to include: 1. An overview of the latest medical imaging standards; 2. A discussion of security issues as they relate to PACS, especially regarding HIPAA; 3. An introduction to current information on PACS workstations, including the impact of new software and hardware on radiologists; 4. An updated explanation of data storage and compression that highlights how advancements are applied; 5. A section on how PACS influences research and education.
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From the Back Cover
In the modern age of digital health care and medical imaging informatics, Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS) have become a fundamental part of the technological infrastructure supporting the practice of radiology.
PACS: A Guide to the Digital Revolution, second edition, provides the reader with a comprehensive overview of this blossoming technology. With contributions from leaders in the field of PACS, this user-friendly guide addresses the introductory concepts, computing fundamentals, advanced imaging technologies, and future opportunities. It also offers invaluable concepts and tools that facilitate the financial evaluation of PACS, making it a great resource for those looking to plan for PACS implementation, assess institutional needs, write an RFP, and compare vendors' quotes.
The second edition has been revised and updated to keep pace with the rapidly evolving field of picture archiving and communications systems. This new edition includes:
An overview of the latest medical imaging standards.
A discussion of security issues as they relate to PACS, especially regarding HIPAA.
An introduction to current information on PACS workstations, including the impact of new software and hardware on radiologists.
An updated explanation of data storage and compression that highlights how advancements are applied.
A section on how PACS influences research and education.
This text is geared toward radiologists, technologists, administrators, and IT professionals wishing to be a part of the medical imaging revolution.
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