Giotto USA yesterday announced clearance by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of a 510(k) application for the Giotto Image 3D and 3DL digital mammography systems. The systems, the 3D with an 18 by 24 cm bucky and the 3DL with a 24 by 30 cm bucky, may now be marketed in the U.S.

November 7, 2011 — iCAD Inc. will highlight a new, works-in-progress magnetic resonance image-guided (MRI) prostate biopsy prototype. The system features PrecisionPoint for VividLook, a combination probe and positioning software. It uses in-plane scan specification and localizer scans to determine position of the needle, and a semi-rigid arm that allows for a broader range of motion.

November 7, 2011 — Konica Minolta’s new portable X-ray upgrade kit efficiently turns portable X-ray systems into digital, wireless solutions. The Aero DR Portable Retrofit Solution is designed for a quick, easy and inexpensive transformation from analog to digital. With a very small footprint, the unit can be installed and stored inside the cassette storage bin.

November 7, 2011 — The InfiniVault from Rorke Data Inc., an Avent company, sets a new standard in enterprise archive storage for healthcare providers. Its data archive appliances are specifically designed for mid-size enterprises and small healthcare facilities that have rapid, unpredictable growth in unstructured data and rigorous data retention requirements.

November 7, 2011 — Sectra’s Web-based picture archiving and communication system (PACS) is optimized for wide area radiology, enabling efficient workload sharing across multiple sites. The patented technology, Sectra RapidConnect, allows for efficient transfer even of large stacks over strained networks. The system features a vendor-neutral sharing solution based on XDS-I for immediate access to all clinical data from any connected discipline, independent of location.

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