The QA modules of Standard Imaging Inc. PIPSpro feature a new, simplified user-interface for TG-142 testing. Since the interface is consistent across modules, it is easy to quickly learn all facets of PIPSpro. Additionally, this unified layout allows multiple modules to be open simultaneously — streamlining workflow during acquisition, reporting and analysis routines for fast, accurate QA.

For more information: www.standardimaging.com

A light, medical grade, all-over adhesive ensures Beekley Medical’s new Mark-Through GuideLines stay in place without buckling or lifting during computed tomography (CT)-guided biopsies. Marks can be made anywhere on grid. The ink instantly transfers through to clearly marked entry sites on patient’s skin. Evenly spaced, lead-free radiopaque lines provide a distinct artifact-free image further enhancing the accuracy of needle placement and mark correlation.

At RSNA 2013, Toshiba will introduce a new single-panel Radrex-i wireless digital radiographic (DR) system X-ray system as a works-in-progress. The single panel wireless solution lowers cost of ownership while enabling more out-of-Bucky work and increasing workflow with one of the lightest detectors on the market.

UltraSPECT announced that MaineHealth, a family of hospitals and medical centers throughout Maine, has selected the UltraSPECT Xpress.Cardiac and Xpress3.Cardiac solutions as part of the organization’s strategy for reducing nuclear medicine (NM) dose and complying with the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC) final guidelines effective Jan. 1, 2014. Maine Medical Partners (MMP) – MaineHealth Cardiology in South Portland is one of ten facilities within MaineHealth that is installing the product, with others scheduled to continue roll out before the end of 2013. 

UltraSPECT Xpress.Cardiac

Cancer patients from all over the world now have a new opportunity to access proton therapy today – at the Proton Therapy Center Czech in Prague. It is only the fifth such center in Europe and currently the most well equipped centre in the world. The facility is attracting child and adult cancer patients from around the world seeking advanced cancer care with few treatment-related side effects.

In patients with atrial fibrillation, delayed enhancement magnetic resonance imaging (DE-MRI) performed before ablative treatment can stage the degree of damaged heart tissue (atrial fibrosis) and help predict whether treatment will be successful or not, according to results of Delayed Enhancement — MRI determinant of successful Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation (DECAAF) trial.

At RSNA 2013, Sony will be showing a works-in-progress medical recorder, the HVO-500MD (without DVD optical drive) and the HVO-550MD (with DVD optical drive). These models are designed specifically for medical recording.

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