By Michael Hart M ANY YEARS AGO, the U.S. Depart- ment of Commerce declared the RSNA annual meeting an official international trade fair. However, anybody who strolls its exhibit hall aisles this week or sits in on one of the hundreds of conference sessions, knows that’s practically an understate- ment—the growth of the international com- ponent of the meeting has paralleled that of medicine itself as RSNA worked toward its centennial gathering. This year, attendees and exhibiting com- panies from more than 130 countries will visit McCormick Place, representing nearly 40 percent of the total attendance. The larg- est foreign contingents will likely come as little surprise to many: Last year, France had the largest number of attendees from outside North America, followed by Japan, Germany, Brazil and the United Kingdom. But the wide range of other countries that send radiology professionals to Chi- cago every November may surprise some. That list includes countries like Afghani- stan, Nepal and Zimbabwe. “Over the years, RSNA has seen an absolute burgeon- ing of international participation, not only by interna- tional attendees, but by interna- tional exhibitors as well,” said Dana Smetherman, M.D., chair of the RSNA Technical Exhibits Committee. In fact, this year, there will be six coun- try pavilions in which every exhibitor in the group is from an individual country: Korea, Canada (specifically, the province of Ontario), Germany, France, China and Japan. “It’s sort of like the world’s fair idea,” Dr. Smetherman said. There are good reasons for the inter- national presence that makes the RSNA annual meeting the most important place in the world for the radiology profession this week. For one, Dr. Smetherman said, “It was never just an American meeting. Our roots have always been as an interna- tional organization.” Along with that is the fact that, to a greater extent than most medical special- ties, radiology is international in nature, Dr. Smetherman added. “So many of the vendors who come to RSNA are interna- tional companies that do business in many countries,” she said. And part of the reason for that is the intense focus on technology that is inher- ent with radiology. “You have to think of who your audience is and why that would be,” Dr. Smetherman said. “It’s because of our heritage and because of the kind of specialty that we are.” The international presence at the RSNA annual meeting is also a byproduct of the attention the association itself gives to professionals in other countries by way of several important programs: • The Derek Harwood-Nash International Fellowship program, which brings prom- ising international scholars to North American institutions to study each year. • The Introduction to Research for Interna- tional Young Academics program, which encourages young radiologists from out- side North America to pursue careers in academic radiology. • The RSNA/AUR/APDR/SCARD Edu- cation Research Development Grant program, which provides research opportunities to individuals throughout the world who are looking to advance radiology education. • The International Visiting Professor Program, which sponsors small teams of visiting professors to lecture at national or regional radiology meetings in devel- oping nations. • International Radiology Outreach Resourc- es website, which encourages participation in international education and outreach efforts by RSNA members, subspecialty societies and medical and relief agencies. DECEMBER 3, 2014 Product Announcements Inside WEDNESDAY Dana Smetherman, M.D. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6B A Global Meeting for a Global Society International Companies Make RSNA Technical Exhibits Comprehensive Imagine reviewing any image on a single display. One that brings the best image quality you’ve ever witnessed and is packed with wonderful features that reduce occupational stress and strain. That’s exactly how Coronis Uniti TM makes your dreams come true. The only display explicitly designed for both PACS and breast imaging. Unique in its representation of calibrated color and grayscales. Remarkable in its 2D and 3D capabilities. Capable of both static and dynamic imaging. Together, these features will forever change the way you work. One display. Any image. See what you haven’t seen before Discover the new reading room on www.barco.com/uniti Visit the Barco booth 2706 in Hall A
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By Michael Hart
Many years ago, the U.S. Depart-ment of Commerce declared the RSNA annual meeting an official
international trade fair.However, anybody who strolls its
exhibit hall aisles this week or sits in on one of the hundreds of conference sessions, knows that’s practically an understate-ment—the growth of the international com-ponent of the meeting has paralleled that of medicine itself as RSNA worked toward its centennial gathering.
This year, attendees and exhibiting com-panies from more than 130 countries will visit McCormick Place, representing nearly 40 percent of the total attendance. The larg-est foreign contingents will likely come as little surprise to many: Last year, France had the largest number of attendees from outside North America, followed by Japan, Germany, Brazil and the United Kingdom.
But the wide range of other countries that send radiology professionals to Chi-cago every November may surprise some. That list includes countries like Afghani-stan, Nepal and Zimbabwe.
“Over the years, RSNA has seen an absolute burgeon-ing of international participation, not only by interna-tional attendees, but by interna-tional exhibitors as well,” said Dana Smetherman, M.D., chair of the RSNA Technical Exhibits Committee.
In fact, this year, there will be six coun-try pavilions in which every exhibitor in the group is from an individual country: Korea, Canada (specifically, the province of Ontario), Germany, France, China and Japan. “It’s sort of like the world’s fair idea,” Dr. Smetherman said.
There are good reasons for the inter-national presence that makes the RSNA annual meeting the most important place in the world for the radiology profession this week. For one, Dr. Smetherman said, “It was never just an American meeting. Our roots have always been as an interna-tional organization.”
Along with that is the fact that, to a greater extent than most medical special-ties, radiology is international in nature, Dr. Smetherman added. “So many of the vendors who come to RSNA are interna-tional companies that do business in many countries,” she said.
And part of the reason for that is the intense focus on technology that is inher-ent with radiology. “You have to think of who your audience is and why that would be,” Dr. Smetherman said. “It’s because of our heritage and because of the kind of specialty that we are.”
The international presence at the RSNA annual meeting is also a byproduct of the attention the association itself gives to professionals in other countries by way of several important programs:
• The Derek Harwood-Nash International Fellowship program, which brings prom-ising international scholars to North American institutions to study each year.
• The Introduction to Research for Interna-tional Young Academics program, which encourages young radiologists from out-side North America to pursue careers in academic radiology.
• The RSNA/AUR/APDR/SCARD Edu-cation Research Development Grant program, which provides research opportunities to individuals throughout the world who are looking to advance radiology education.
• The International Visiting Professor Program, which sponsors small teams of visiting professors to lecture at national
or regional radiology meetings in devel-oping nations.
• International Radiology Outreach Resourc-es website, which encourages participation in international education and outreach efforts by RSNA members, subspecialty societies and medical and relief agencies.
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A Global Meeting for a Global SocietyInternational Companies Make RSNA Technical Exhibits Comprehensive
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GrayhillBOOTH 1502
Touch Panels
Instinct means exceptionally precise control with superior optical performance. With high-density touch differentiation, Instinct Touch Panels from Grayhill are highly sensitive to recognizing gestures, enabling precise control of touch icons. The panels are ready to integrate with a built-in MS Windows driver that recognizes and reacts to all of the standard gestures, including pan, click, swipe, rotate and zoom. But what really sets Instinct Touch Panels apart is Grayhill’s ability to optically bond both the LCD and protective cover glass in house. With a clear adhesive layer bonding the LCD, touch panel and top glass, air space and any chance for air pockets is completely eliminated. That means no air gaps that produce reflections and allow glass to flex. The result is superior mechanical perfor-mance with the highest possible optical clarity. Available in a variety of standard sizes, Instinct Touch Panels can also be constructed to custom dimensions.
Intrasense SABOOTH 8138
Diagnosis and Follow-up Workflow
Intrasense is pleased to announce the enrichment of the oncology modules on its Myrian® software platform for image-based diagnostics and follow-up workflow solu-tions. Clinical applications such as Myrian XP-Breast and Myrian XP-Prostate now offer perfusion quantitative models and powerful structured reporting capabilities such as automatic generation of BI-RADS and PI-RADS. This cutting-edge technol-ogy provides automation and consistent results between users, generating accurate findings and a faster workflow and time savings experience, while following the guidelines from scientific societies. These solutions integrate with health information systems and reports and enhance inter- and intradepartmental communications.
VuCOMP, Inc.BOOTH 4172
CAD for Mammography
VuCOMP will showcase the latest enhance-ments to its M-Vu® System. M-Vu CAD for
mammography is the first system proven effective in an FDA-approved reader study and its newest advancements provide radi-ologists with a substantial reduction in false positive marks, improved sensitivity, faster processing time, enhanced workflow and improved parallel architecture. In addition, VuCOMP will display a “works in prog-ress” CAD solution for 3D breast tomo-synthesis. M-Vu Breast Density advances the science of automated breast density assessment by adding a critical dimension to the analysis of dense breast tissue. The VuCOMP density category, analogous to the BI-RADS category, is now correlated to not only the amount, but also the distribution—actual dispersion—of fibroglandular tissue, providing radiologists with a consistent and accurate result.
DR Systems, Inc.BOOTH 6113
Unified Reading and ReportingDR Systems will demonstrate a new way for radiologists to perform reading and reporting on a single 8 mega pixel moni-tor, all within its Unity enterprise imaging solution. The ergonomic and efficiency benefits of this solution are tremendous and it greatly simplifies the setup for home or remote reading. This same Unity enterprise imaging solution can be used for radiology, cardiology and pathology, allowing all imaging ‘ologies to be unified throughout an enterprise. In addition, DR Systems will demonstrate other upcoming Unity features, including image fusion, 3D processing and tomosynthesis. DR Systems provides a unified solution that encompasses the entire medical imaging enterprise, including RIS, PACS, cardio-vascular imaging and information systems, breast imaging, MQSA Tracking, image exchange, Meaningful Use, patient engage-ment and more. DR Systems has been voted Best in KLAS PACS year after year by its customers.RADIOGRAPHY
Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corp.BOOTH 7756
X-ray GeneratorSpellman High Voltage introduces its new DR generator. Based on the proven HFe family of 40 to 80 kW X-ray generators, the new HFeS X-ray generator shares core fea-tures of the HFe but has enhanced capability due to a new K60 windows-based proces-sor, an easy to use DLL, Can or RS232 interface, and a new programmable high speed starter—all combined in a compact cabinet. These new interface/control fea-tures provide seamless integration with the latest DR technology. The HFeS offers an easy to install, service and upgrade design that is compatible with industry leading flat panel detectors and AEC sensors. The new HFeS has an expandable X-ray tube library and unlimited APR techniques.
ATLAIM CorporationBOOTH 3773
Versatile Flat-panel Detector
ATLAIM introduces the first cassette-sized, 17″ x 17″, ultra-light, wired and wireless, ultra heavy duty flat-panel detector with all-day battery life. ATLAIM creates not just new diagnostic radiology (DR) technology, but a new category of wireless DR with the ATAL 9. This new technology removes all the impracticalities of wireless DR. Its many features— long battery time (more than 12 hours of continuous use with one charge), light weight (5 pounds for a 17″ x 17″ detector), cassette size, AED, ACC, high-speed wireless data transmission and 300-pound weight bearing capabil-ity—make it as easy to use and install as CR with all of the upside of DR. A simple HDMI cable instantly transforms the panel from wireless to tethered. For the first time, the ATAL 9 offers optional multi-frame (6-24 fps) capability in the same thin, durable package.
Image Information Systems Europe Ltd.BOOTH 2565B
Relevant Prior Studies Management
IMAGE Information Systems showcases an intelligent radiology reading station that automatically presents relevant prior studies for the same patient across all modalities. While most PACS compare headers describing anatomical areas in the study description, iQ-VIEW PRO
finds appropriate studies even when the descriptions vary. For example, other PACS software differentiates descrip-tions such as R-Shoulder, Shoulder-R, Humerus, Arm or Upper Extremity and would fail to display these differently named studies for comparison. IMAGE has solved this challenge by develop-ing intelligent searches that understand diverse descriptions and rank results according to relevance. For example, a prior MRI–Brain performed for dementia would automatically be offered when reading a current CT-Head undertaken for evaluation of a cranio-cerebral trauma.
Del MedicalBOOTH 1321
Digital Radiographic System
The Del Medical OTC12D Overhead Tube Mount Digital Radiographic Sys-tem, now with auto-tracking capabilities combined with the newly enhanced DelWorks E-Series DR system acquisition software, is a streamlined imaging system designed for the most demanding environ-ments. The combination of the versatile cesium-iodide wireless 14″ x 17″ detector and the powerful diagnostic usability of the radiographic components creates a high-throughput, user-friendly system. DelWorks E-Series DR offers single point of operation along with integration to the patient information system for a seamless workflow experience. Configurations include single, dual or multiple detectors to further increase the efficiency of this digital imaging suite.
Technical exhibiTion hoursSouth Building, Hall A and North Building, Hall BMonday – Wednesday . . .10:00 a .m . – 5:00 p .m .Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:00 a .m . – 2:00 p .m .
The information for these new products and services was provided by the manufacturers . Inclusion in this publication should not be con-strued as a product endorsement by RSNA .
Technical exhibiTion booTh KeySouth Building, Hall ABooths 1000 – 5999North Building, Hall BBooths 6000 – 8999
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Konica Minolta Medical Imaging Inc.BOOTH 1918
Flat-panel for Extreme EnvironmentsIdeal for ER/Trauma and ICU/CCU, the AeroDR XE wireless flat-panel generates exams faster with one-second image preview and processed images within eight sec-onds. Compatible on any X-ray device with industry-leading image quality, the AeroDR XE is easy to position with grip strips and easy to carry at 5.7 pounds. The
reliability of the AeroDR XE helps avoid unplanned downtime and achieve greater productivity. Konica Minolta’s lithium ion capacitor extends panel life for up to 8.2 hours or 300 images. New panel drop sen-sors and monitoring provide ongoing data on panel handling, reducing repair costs and providing peace of mind. AeroDR XE features the best weight to load ratio—up to 661 pounds—and the highest bend resis-tance and liquid resistance on the market. Completely sealed with no external battery, AeroDR XE can be wiped clean with approved cleaners after each use to fulfill infection prevention protocols.
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Mach7 TechnologiesBOOTH 6344
Image Management Systems and ServicesMach7 Technologies is a global provider of enterprise image management systems and services that allow healthcare enterprises to easily identify, connect, and share diagnostic image and patient care intelligence where and when it is needed. Our innovative communication and workflow technology delivers complete image management includ-ing rapid record identification, integration, synchronization and routing, advanced clini-cal viewing and optimized vendor neutral archiving across the enterprise. The Mach7 Enterprise Imaging Platform provides the most robust, fully functioned product set in
the industry for clinical archiving and com-munication. Mach7 helps customers unleash the potential of imaging data to improve patient care, revenues, compliance and physi-cian satisfaction across the enterprise.
CoActiv MedicalBOOTH 8300
Advanced Image Management
CoActiv showcases its innovative EXAM-PACS, EXAM-RIS, EXAM-BROWSER and VNA storage product portfolio, with an industry-leading range of deployment options. All CoActiv products run onsite, in the cloud or in a hybrid environment, catering to a client’s needs. EXAM-RIS is now fully cloud-based, while EXAM-PACS version 3 includes user-defined tags to for a new level of categorization and action triggers. EXAM-CLOUD/EXAM-VAULT VNA can be deployed to image-enable an EHR and support user-controlled access with tiered permissions from any location without installing a VPN. All CoActiv solu-tions ae affordably priced with low cost of ownership and a variety of payment options from per click to full ownership with life-time support and upgrades.
Volpara SolutionsBOOTH 1752
Volumetric Breast ImagingVolpara Solutions will exhibit its complete suite of quantitative breast imaging tools built on the Volpara Solutions software engine that allows for personalized mea-surements of volumetric breast density, patient-specific dose, breast compression and other factors designed to maintain accuracy and consistent quality in breast screening. VolparaDensity is used by radi-ologists to objectively assess density from digital mammography and tomosynthesis images to help doctors evaluate which women would benefit from additional screening. Highly correlated to breast MR, VolparaDensity reliably generates an objective measurement of volumetric breast density. VolparaAnalytics assists in quality assurance by monitoring critical elements of the breast imaging process and generating key metrics to help breast imaging centers monitor the performance of technologists, readers and mammography and tomosyn-thesis machines. VolparaDose calculates mammography dose by using a standard mean glandular dose algorithm along with patient-specific volumetric breast density to give a better estimate of the dose absorbed by the specific breast.
The information for these new products and services was provided by the manufacturers . Inclusion in this publication should not be con-strued as a product endorsement by RSNA .
Technical exhibiTion booTh KeySouth Building, Hall ABooths 1000 – 5999North Building, Hall BBooths 6000 – 8999
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Claron TechnologyBOOTH 8009
Enterprise Image ManagementClaron enhances its NilRead plat-form for enter-prise diagnostic image manage-ment with an expanded set of capabilities for scalable cloud multi-tenants and distributed deployments, enhancing Nil’s adaptability for both multi-location enterprise deployments and networks of imaging practices. NilRead 4.0 also includes new advanced diagnostic features such as curved reformat, spine labeling and measuring tools and a vessel analysis package that automates vessel detection, analysis and viewing. Additionally, Claron showcases NilShare 4.0, a comprehensive enterprise viewer, supporting major format DICOM RT to display comprehensive radiation therapy plans enterprise-wide. NilShare 4.0 now also includes smart work filters to personalize patient lists for each department and clinician. Continuing its tradition of innovation, Claron supports the widest set of devices and operating systems, including the latest iPhone6, BlackBerry Passport, Android and Windows.
MaterialiseBOOTH 8521
Clinical 3D PrintingMaterialise addresses the need for clinical 3D printing by offering our new Mimics Innovation Suite Hospital Package, which consists of software, services and training. The package is flexible to meet the needs of individual institutions. From a low-risk approach to consultation for establishing a 3D print-ing center in-house, the Mimics solution offers a customized combinations of the following: the Mimics Innovation Suite of software for medical image processing and preparation for 3D printing; comprehensive software training, conversion and segmenta-tion services of CT, MRI or 3D ultrasound data; 3D-printed anatomical models from nearly any technology or material; 3D-printed HeartPrint models (also avail-able in proprietary materials); and consult-ing and software for in-house 3D printing.DEPARTMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Desert RadiologistsBOOTH 6601
Customizable Comprehen-sive Radiology SolutionsEstablished in 2011, Desert Radiology Solutions is a business and profes-sional ser-vices company providing comprehensive and customizable radiology solutions to hospitals and radiology practices around the country. Areas of expertise include: management and administrative services; human resources; marketing; operating process management; revenue cycle management; technology services; profes-
sional and support services; teleradiology consulting; image interpretation; and operations and billing services. Desert Radiology Solutions is a subsidiary of Las Vegas-based Desert Radiologists, Nevada’s largest provider of leading-edge diagnostic and interventional imaging with all board-certified radiologists and one of the country’s largest private diagnostic imaging practices.
Intelerad Medical SystemsBOOTH 2165
Assignment EngineDesigned to optimize efficiency and radiologist utilization, Intelerad’s Assign-ment Engine automatically adds pending cases to radiologists’ worklists using a number of real-time variables that are set
by the enterprise, including reader avail-ability, subspecialty, workload, location and relative amount of time and effort required to read the exam. In doing so, the module raises patient care levels by distributing exams to the most qualified radiologist. For radiologists, the module also provides automated worklist prioriti-zation to eliminate the time spent between cases evaluating caseload and determining which case should be read next. Ideal for large hospitals, multi-facility imaging providers and teleradiology enterprises, the Assignment Engine’s automated func-tionality creates balanced caseloads across the enterprise, which drives productivity, provides insight into staffing needs and helps imaging enterprises meet service-level agreements and internal benchmarks for key metrics.
NUCLEAR MEDICINE
Beijing High-Energy New Technology Co., Ltd.BOOTH 4074
Positron Emission Mam-mographyA new polygon positron emis-sion mammog-raphy imaging system called PEMi with the ability to detect millimeter-sized lesions was developed by the Institute of High Energy Physics, Chinese Academy of Sci-
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All of those programs have contributed to make the event each year in Chicago the global meeting place it has become. “Not only do we see individuals coming from other countries, but leaders from other coun-tries coming to RSNA,” Dr. Smetherman
pointed out. “I was at a dinner last year and the person sitting next to me was the leader of the radiology society of France. Every-body needs to be here.”
As RSNA and its annual meeting launches into its second hundred years, there is little doubt the specialty it serves
and the event will continue to grow in inter-national status. “As many people say, the world is flat again,” Dr. Smetherman said.
“To ignore the fact that, in our current age with information and the speed of transmission of information being what it is, the world is going to continue to get
smaller. It’s going to get easier for us to transmit ideas across the entire world.”
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cians can obtain high-quality tissue in fewer passes and instantly confirm each specimen and correlated biopsy clock position. Mammotome revolve U/S for ultrasound is the newest addition to the Mammotome revolve platform. With an ergonomic and simple operation, Mammotome revolve U/S acquires the desired volume of tissue in fewer passes. Patients experience a fast procedure while clinicians maximize intact cores for a confident diagnosis. DICOM COMPLIANT SYSTEMS
CurveBeamBOOTH 1032
Extremity Cone Beam CTThe pedCAT is an extremity cone beam CT imaging system dedicated to the foot and ankle. A single scan captures both feet while the patient is in full weight-bear-ing position. The pedCAT’s seated cushion allows for non-weight bearing positioning as well. Scan time is less than one minute. The pedCAT is an ultra-low dose device, with an effective dose in a single scan of 2 to 5 µSv. Scan protocols are available for pediatric patients. The pedCAT’s compact design and easy operation makes it ideal for the orthopedic or podiatric setting, as well as hospital systems and imaging centers. CubeVue, the pedCAT’s powerful visualization software, allows for intuitive navigation through the full 3D volume and multiple slice planes. pedCAT scans are DICOM compliant and images can be easily integrated into existing PACS systems.
Double Black ImagingBOOTH 3711
LCD Certified for MammographyDouble Black Imaging intro-duces a new 5MP color LED backlit LCD certified for mammography. The X-CAL Web based calibration software suite allows for remote DICOM calibra-tion and confor-mance, luminance adjustment, report-ing, MQSA testing and documentation, email alerting, scheduling and enterprise management. X-CAL mobile also allows for complete enterprise control on iPhone, iPad and Android devices. Double Black Imaging develops X-CAL proprietary dis-play system calibration software to bundle with wide LCD Systems and graphic controllers and DICOMetrix PACS Per-formance Monitoring software.
experience in verification and validation (V&V) services of medical radiology devices such as CT, MRI and PACS, Qual-iTest has a global radiology testing prac-tice. Deep understanding of the regulatory landscape combined with strong technical capabilities and unique testing tools enable QualiTest to deliver managed V&V testing services while increasing quality, reducing costs and delivering continuous improve-ment. One QualiTest tool is a Virtual Radi-ology Environment (VRE) test accelerator that facilitates efficient and realistic testing of radiology systems–VRE simulates all data flows into and out of a PACS includ-ing both DICOM and HL7 traffic, enabling extremely efficient function, interoperabil-ity, performance and stress testing.
West PhysicsBOOTH 5315
AEC Performance AssessmentThe West Physics Mam-mographic AEC Thick-ness Tracking Slabs are designed to assess AEC system performance in accordance with American College of Radiology (ACR) and MQSA recommendations. The slabs allow the medical physicist to confirm that the mammographic unit’s automatic exposure control (AEC) is capable of maintaining consistent exposure and image quality when the thickness of a homogeneous material is varied over a range of 2 to 8 cm and the kVp is varied appropriately for such thick-nesses over the kVp range used clinically in the facility. Each slab set is precision-milled from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) and includes three pieces of 2-cm thick slabs and two pieces of 1-cm thick slabs. Each slab set is individually tested by a West Physics senior medical physicist and comes with West Physics’ trademark Eternal Limited Warranty, which warrants all of our products against defects in materials and construction for their lifetime.INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY & SPECIAL PROCEDURES
MammotomeBOOTH 2129
Dual Vacuum-Assisted Biopsy
The all-new Mammotome revolve® dual vacuum-assisted biopsy (VAB) system provides advanced technology to improve the patient experience and workflow effi-ciency while giving clinicians confidence in results. It is the only VAB device that elimi-nates tissue handling, allowing clinicians to immediately proceed to specimen radio-graph with no additional steps. Challenging cases are made easier for patients and clini-cians with on-demand variable aperture, greater access to posterior chest wall lesions and instant SteadyVac™ to minimize hema-tomas. With Mammotome revolve, physi-
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EsaoteBOOTH 2536
Fusion ImagingVirtual Navigator is Esaote’s revolution-ary technology for fusion imaging with CT, MR and PET side-by-side with real-time ultrasound. The real-time visual-ization of ultrasound and CT/MR/PET imaging is obtained by connecting MyLabTwice to an electromagnetic tracking system, which informs the operator about the position and the orientation of the probe in a 3D environment, ensuring fast, easy and accurate scanning. Virtual Navigator takes all the advantages of different modali-ties and provides a real-time, low-cost and radiation-free solution that aims to guide operators in diagnosis, everyday clinical practice, interventional procedures, research and teaching. In addition, the virtual biopsy and intelligent positioning features enable reaching even difficult targets quickly and accurately with a virtual needle tracking system. This offers infinite possibilities for patient monitoring, diagnosis and follow-up and is an excellent solution for interven-tional radiology, urology, neurosurgery, vascular, musculoskeletal, joint injection, pathology and pain management medicine.
CephasonicsBOOTH 8538
White-label UltrasoundCephasonics’ new cQUB-1 (cQuest Ultrasound Box 1) is the first product in a family of cQUB™ white-label ultrasound systems designed and manufactured by Cephasonics for purchase by companies to rebrand with their own brand names and model numbers. All Cephasonics white-label systems are built to the same high-quality standards as Cephasonics branded counter-parts. The cQUB-1 is a complete 64:192 channel (channels: multiplexed channels) ultrasound system with an integrated computer that has a connection on one end to an ultrasound transducer. It is available with a simple clinical user interface that can be displayed on any device (client) using cQLinkclient/server wired or wireless technology. For easy portability, the cQUB-1 comes with a sturdy handle. It adapts to any setting, including pole mounting in either vertical or horizontal configurations.QUALITY ASSURANCE/SAFETY CONTROL AND RADIATION
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Software TestingQualiTest is the world’s second-largest pure play QA and software testing company. QA and testing is all that we do. With vast
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