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picture archiving and communication system (PACS)

picture archiving and communication system (PACS)

• It is a medical imaging technology used primarily in healthcare settings to securely store, retrieve, distribute, and display medical images such as X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, and ultrasound scans.

• allows healthcare professionals (such as radiologists and physicians) to access these images electronically, rather than relying on traditional film-based methods.

PACS evaluation

• it refers to the process of assessing and determining the effectiveness, efficiency, and overall performance of a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) in a healthcare environment.

• it is crucial to ensure that the PACS meets the needs/standard of healthcare providers, supports clinical workflows effectively, and delivers the expected benefits to patients and healthcare organizations.

fault system

• this refers to a system or mechanism for identifying and reporting errors or faults in radiological images, reports, or processes.

• it is usually used to describe problems or issues related to technical faults or operational failures within a radiology department or imaging facility.

Principles for PACS evaluation

• Reduction in lost and misplaced films and reports

• Reduction of exposure because of the ability to process images

• Improved diagnostic accuracy because of image processing and the ability to

• associate other clinical data with image data

• Faster diagnosis, with possible shorter length of stay

• Increased efficiency of departmental operations

• Savings in capital costs for darkrooms and storage space

• Savings in archiving personnel

radiology information system (RIS)

• it is a specialized software system designed to manage and track radiology imaging orders and the associated administrative, financial, and clinical information.

• this system is crucial in the radiology departments management, improving workflow efficiency, patient care coordination, and administrative processes related to radiology services.

ELECTRONIC HEALTH SYSTEM (EHR)

it is a digital version of a patient's paper chart that contains all of the patient's medical history/records, and other essential clinical data.

it is to enhance the quality, efficiency, and safety of patient care through the seamless integration and management of radiology-specific information within a broader electronic health information system.

referring physician

it is a medical doctor who directs/refers a patient to another doctor, specialist, or medical facility for further diagnosis, treatment, or services.

interoperability

it is an ability of a system to communicate and exchange data with each other.

without this, systems would unable to communicate and exchange data with each other, which would led to some errors.

• Identify Requirements

• Choosing Standards

• Data Formats

• Security Considerations

• Monitoring and Maintenance

steps for integrating interoperability!

HOSPITAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (HIS)

• It is an integrated information system designed to manage the administrative, financial, and clinical aspects of a hospital.

• HIS helps streamline and organize the workflow in radiology, making sure that everything from patient scheduling to billing and reporting runs smoothly.

• A broad system for overall hospital

  management, including administrative, financial, and various clinical departments.

decision making assurance

• it refers to the processes and measures put in place to ensure that decisions related to the integration are well-informed and reliable.

• it involves ensuring that the integration decisions are based on accurate data, thorough analysis, and proven methodologies.

• Standardization

• Calibration and Phantoms

• Image Review

Medical Imaging Quality Assurance:

Backup and Archival:

Data Integrity:

Data Storage Quality Assurance

• Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)

• Business Continuity Planning (BCP)

• Regular Testing

Disaster Recovery Quality Assurance

• Error Detection and Correction

• Redundant Paths

• Monitoring and Alerting

Data Flow Fault-Tolerance Quality Assurance

• Network Optimization

• Latency Monitoring

• Quality of Service (QoS)

Networking Latency Quality Assurance

X-RAY

it is a quick, painless tests that produces images using electromagnetic radiation to capture images of the structures inside your body, especially bones.

CT-SCAN

it uses computer processing to create cross-sectional images of the bones, blood arteries, and soft tissues.

MRI

uses strong magnetic fields and radiofrequency waves to produce high-resolution images of organs, tissues, and other internal body structures.

ULRASAOUND

uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of organs and structures within the body.

PET-SCAN

it is a nuclear imaging technique that detects positrons emitted by radiotracers. The interactions between positrons and electrons produce gamma rays, which are detected to create images.

it is an Independent, radiology-specific system ideal for specialized practices with a focus on radiology workflows.

integrated RIS

refers to a RIS that is seamlessly connected with other healthcare information systems within a healthcare facility, such as a Hospital Information System (HIS) or an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Web-based RIS

These systems use a web browser to access the RIS system, allowing users to access the system from any location with an internet connection.

Cloud-based RIS

These systems are hosted on remote servers and accessed through the internet, allowing healthcare organizations to outsource the management and maintenance of the RIS system to a third party.

These systems are designed for use on mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, and allow users to access and manage radiology information while on the go.