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In Review RSNA 2007 IN-Depth @ RSNA360.HealthImaging.com [ Philips GXR RF Digital ] Ü Cardiac imaging moves with more CT slices Cardiac imaging enhancements came mainly in the form of CT advancements. Toshiba rolled out its next-generation AquillionONE CT scanner, a system based on dynamic volume CT technology with 320 detector elements, while Philips showcased its work-in-progress 256-slice Brilliance iCT scanner. Siemens added a 128-count configuration and “adaptive” scanning to its new SOMATOM Definition AS. GE took a different path by incorporating high-definition (HD) technology into its next-generation CT scanners, acquiring images 100 times faster than dual source and lowering dose by 80 percent. The next generation of interventional imaging systems was on display in the Siemens’ booth. Pending FDA approval, the new Artiz zeego features a multi-axis C-arm that employs robotic technology for flexible positioning. On the CVIS side, Agfa launched its Impax Cardiovascular Suite that focuses on the specific needs of the multimodality cardiology department with server-based 3D tools. McKesson introduced an ECG Management System for its integrated Horizon CVIS. Ü Digital x-ray covers the market Whatever the application, patient volume, or setting, digital x-ray vendors at RSNA had it covered. Equipment featuring the best from DR and CR helps users stretch their budgets. Despite sluggish sales this year for several modalities, many x-ray vendors said they had their best RSNA to date. Vendors offered a range of compact systems for maximum flexibility and also focused on productivity, image quality, affordability and efficient radiation dosage. Look for some newer players to make their mark. After capturing half of the Chinese DR market, IMIX Americas launched their IMIX insight line of full-featured, affordable DR products. First-time exhibitor biospace med showcased its EOS ultra low dose 2D/3D Xray imager. Companies such as Carestream discussed the draw of its consistent graphical user interface, while IDC said that facilities continue to migrate from film-based imaging to digital x-ray and offerings like its X-Series help make that a smooth, affordable effort. Advanced features such as automated positioning and touchscreen displays right on the machine make exam set-up efficient. Ü Women’s imaging: Digital is the word The RSNA exhibition floor provided plenty of evidence that women’s imaging is a growing market. The rage came mainly in the form of more digital mammography solutions and complimentary peripherals, as well as MR-guided breast biopsy systems, PACS and CAD. Many more vendors are now offering DR and CR systems for mammo, including a number pending FDA approval. In that class are Carestream and Agfa with CR systems for mammo which are currently distributed in Canada. Philips provided a look at their work-in-progress MammoDiagnost DR. Sweden-based Sectra showcased its MicroDose Mammography featuring photon-counting technology. Hologic showcased a full suite of offerings including Selenia S digital mammo system, as well as a peek into the future of tomosynthesis. GE touted its work-in-progress mobile digital mammo solution, the Senographe Mobile Essential, currently being tested in Seattle. PACS are now available specifically for mammo and CAD and 3D/4D is more specialized—such as InVivo’s DynaCAD 2.0 advanced visualization workstation with MRI dataset breast application. With a solid MRI system for breast imaging, Aurora was an example of advancing image-guided biopsy capabilities. Ü CAD flexes its muscles CAD’s growing maturity in certain segments was apparent both on the show floor and in scientific sessions. New CAD solutions are smarter, stronger and broader than their parents. Vendors shared an array of solutions; mammography and lung CAD systems were joined by breast MRI and ultrasound systems and colon and prostate solutions. What’s more, vendors such as Carestream, iCAD, Confirma, Philips and Siemens unveiled impressive works in progress— hinting at a powerful future for CAD. Significant works in progress included chest CAD; computeraided measurement of pulmonary lesions; and a breast tomosynthesis product. On the research side, Riverain Medical and The Cleveland Clinic [ 3D volume-rendered thoracic aorta CTA acquired on Toshiba’s Aquilion 64 CFX. ] 32 Health Imaging & IT | January 2008 HealthImaging.com http://RSNA360.HealthImaging.com http://HealthImaging.com

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Health Imaging & IT Table of Contents On the Web The Enterprise: Is More Better? News Update A Look Inside Next-Generation Multidetector CT Convention Spotlight: RSNA in Review RIS/PACS in the Imaging Center Sweden: A Study in Mammography Excellence The Votes are in: Yea for Speech in U.S. Capital & Beyond Subspecialty Reading Services: Quality Reads, Peace of Mind, 24/7 Enterprise Lung CAD Eases Workflow Advertisers Index Company Index Coming Soon Stat Sheet

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