FFDM-Approved Imagers
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FUJIFILM Medical Systems USA Inc, Stamford, Conn, announces that its DryPix dry laser imagers have received 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration for use with full-field digital mammography (FFDM). Designed with a 50-micron pixel resolution and high (3.60) maximum density capability, Fuji’s DryPix laser imagers and dry laser imaging films ensure high-quality images. With throughput of up to 240 films per hour, Fuji’s DryPix imagers are suited for high-volume, centralized imaging environments that demand high-speed printing. In addition, they can accommodate multiple film sizes, including 8″ x 10″ and 10″ x 12″ films specifically required for FFDM printing. (800) 431-1850; www.fujimed.com.
Calibration Feedback System
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Image Systems Corp, Minnetonka, Minn, announces the CFS (Calibration Feedback System), a local and network addressable display calibration system for use with the Image Systems 2MP, 3MP, and 5MP grayscale AMLCD display solutions. CFS features hands-free calibration; DICOM conformance; multi-monitor support; local and/or network support; background backlight stability verification; documentation and adjustment; and remote access for conformance checking and calibration. The boards are designed with support for Windows and Linux based applications. (952) 935-1171 ext 263; www. imagesystemscorp.com.
CT Tubes
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Dunlee, Aurora, Ill, introduces the new DA-200 series tubes for GE CT systems. Dunlee’s DA-200 CT tube is a direct replacement for GE LightSpeed QX/i and HiSpeed CT/i CT systems. The DA-200 Pro is a direct replacement tube for GE HiSpeed NX/i, NX/i Pro, and Xi Pro CT systems. The DA-200 Ultra is a direct replacement tube for GE LightSpeed 16, Ultra, Plus, LightSpeed CVCT CT Systems, and Discovery ST and Discovery LS PET/CT Systems. Dunlee tubes also feature a high performance bearing assembly, which produces quiet operation and exceptional tube life, particularly in subsecond CT applications. All DA-200 tube housings incorporate a proprietary heat exchanger for quick cooling and maximum patient throughput. (800) 238-3780; www.dunlee.com.
Web-Based Inventory Management System
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InnerSpace Corp, Grand Rapids, Mich, offers the spaceTRAXTM, a web-based inventory management system for interventional and cardiac cath departments. SpaceTRAX is a secure application that uses the bar-code information already in place on packaged medical products to manage inventory. Items are added or removed by scanning the manufacturer-printed bar code. Bar codes are instantly matched to the spaceTRAX product database via the Internet. (800) 467-7224; www.spacetrax.com.
Radiology Information System
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medQ, Dallas, announces the commercial release of Q/ris 3.0, which uses a three-tier architecture and promotes component-based implementations in which reporting and advanced features can be purchased as needed. Q/ris 3.0 is HIPAA and IHE compliant and communicates in both HL7 and DICOM formats. Clients run on Microsoft Windows 2000/XP. Servers operate on Windows Server 2000/2003 running SQL Server. (214) 221-6330; www.medQ.com.
Single-bracket Needle Guidance System
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CIVCO Medical Instruments, Kalona, Iowa, now offers a single-angle bracket needle guidance system compatible with Medison C2-5EL or C5-2EL ultrasound transducers. Utilizing a two-part system in which a disposable needle guide is attached to a nonsterile, reusable biopsy bracket, the needle guide offers a fixed path designed to optimize visualization of instrument placement in biopsy procedures. The MAGGI II Plus” needle guide snaps onto the bracket and forms a comprehensive tool to provide physicians with the enhanced ability to perform ultrasound-guided procedures. (319) 656-4447; www.civco.com.
