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What is DR?

Think digital camera. DR replaces conventional film-based x-rays, providing a faster, more accurate way to determine a patient’s specific medical issues. DR images are available within seconds to be viewed on a high-resolution monitor, eliminating the need to develop film. DR provides the highest level of digital image and digital image management available today for excellence in radiology and information needs.

“DR is a way to unify and bring general radiography into the 21st century,” comments Antonio Garcia, a senior industry research analyst with Frost & Sullivan, the international growth consulting organization.

Key Benefits:

• View and review captured quality images in seconds.
  DR produces a more superior image than film and it does it in seconds. Not only does DR reduce patient exposure to radiation, but it improves the quality of images by enhancing specific viewing areas, which allows for a more effective diagnosis.
  
  
• Store, manage and send images instantly with PACS.
  In addition, images are easily stored and managed using PACS. With PACS, any DR or DICOM image can be saved, stored, filed and emailed instantly. PACS is specifically designed to handle large amounts of storage using fewer servers to access the data, while creating an organized workflow for your practice.
  
  
• Eliminate darkroom and film fees.
  Since DR systems are so efficient and costs associated with film and processing are eliminated, the cost per exam goes down while productivity goes up. Studies have also indicated that exam time can be reduced significantly, saving practices thousands of dollars.
  
  
• Increase profitability through efficiency gains.
  Greater patient care can translate into increased revenues. This increase can be attributed to the differences DR makes in workflow, system efficiencies and technical staff reductions. Also, DR images can be integrated with most x-ray tables and x-ray generators.
  
  
• Improve customer satisfaction.
  Shorter exam times can lead to increased customer satisfaction. Most pet owners want the exam to be quick and easy to reduce any anxiety for their animal. DR significantly cuts down on the exam time, resulting in happier clients.

What is DICOM?

DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) was developed due to the introduction of digital diagnostic imaging modalities and the increasing use of computers in clinical applications. The American College of Radiology and National Electrical Manufacturers Association recognized the need for a standard method for transferring images and associated information between devices manufactured by various vendors.

Using DICOM standards allows a clinician to electronically integrate digital images with other digital images and helps facilitate the expansion of PACS to interface with patient records and other electronic patient data. All Eklin system components fully comply with the latest DICOM standards.

What is PACS?

Picture and Archiving Communications Systems (PACS) were first clinically used in the human medical field, and now can be found throughout clinics and hospitals worldwide. PACS allows image viewing at diagnostic, reporting, consulting and remote workstations. Images can also be archived on magnetic or optical media or spinning disks using short or long-term storage devices. Communications of the images is made by using local or wide area networks or public communication services. PACS that include modality interfaces and gateways to healthcare facility and departmental information systems, offer one integrated system to the user.

When a PACS is configured to meet the clinical and operational requirements of a medical facility and integrated with a radiology information system (RIS), a PACS has a direct positive impact on costs, efficiencies and productivity.