In fact, several moved beyond the walls of radiology and cardiology and presented solutions to help manage non-DICOM images generated by other specialties like pathology and dermatology. Vendors built on last year’s enterprise momentum and unveiled more systems targeted to the enterprise market.
Embedded CAD and multi-modality reading features promise to streamline digital mammography interpretation and simplify breast imaging. A number of PACS vendors aim to simplify the intricate challenges of storing and recalling digital mammography images with new systems geared to the specific needs of the mammography site. Digital mammography has turned the corner, and sales are skyrocketing. The DMIST results are out and shown digital mammography’s superior role in diagnosing breast cancer in women with dense breasts, and the first CR mammography system is on the market. Integrated RIS offerings and advanced workflow management solutions rounded out the show floor. Digital mammography, enterprise solutions and the small hospital/imaging center market also grabbed their fair share of the spotlight. Advanced visualization applications weren’t the only new offerings. Many new systems incorporate the next level of advanced visualization tools, enabling radiologists to interpret 3D studies and remain at a single workstation, which represents a workflow plus. The latest vendor offerings up the ante and promise improved workflow and deeper integrations. PACS has overcome basic workflow and integration challenges.
The message at McCormick Place was loud and clear at RSNA this year.