PACS and image storage.

Full Abstract

Storage and retrieval of digital images is an integral component of any digital imaging system. A picture archiving and communication system (PACS) includes hardware and software that allows for display, storage, retrieval, and communication functions. PACS software allows for manipulation of the images to enhance interpretation by way of changes in contrast, brightness, magnification, and measurements, among others. Digital images for medical imaging should be in the digital imaging communications in medicine file format. This specified format allows for interconnectivity between imaging systems from different vendors and is important to ensure appropriate security. A hospital information system or radiology information system can be used to tie the patient record with the digital images in a paperless medical record system.

Author information

Author/s: Armbrust, Laura J (LJ);

Affiliation: Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, 1800 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66506, USA. armbrust(-atsign-)vet.ksu.edu

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice (Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2009-Jul; vol 39 (issue 4) : pp 711-8

Dates: Created 2009/06/17; Completed 2009/09/29;

PMID: 19531396, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 9/29/2009, IMS Date: )

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