The syngo Lung CAD software was created for automated detection of solid lung nodules in thoracic CT studies and reportedly has improved detection performance for solid nodules (the next generation version is works-in-progress and not yet available for clinical use). syngo Lung CAD is based on proprietary image processing and pattern recognition algorithms that have reportedly been extensively trained on a large database of thoracic CT studies.

October 11, 2007 - NAI Tech Products has announced the release of a software and hardware upgrade to the popular DICOM box network interface, including both hardware and software enhancements that reportedly provide dramatic improvements in speed, functionality and set up.

October 11, 2007 - Carl Zeiss MicroImaging GmbH, a provider of microscopy solutions for a variety of research, clinical and industrial applications, introduced ZEN 2007, a new software for laser scanning microscopes, reportedly creating an optimal fusion between state-of-the-art technology and intuitive user-guidance.

October 11, 2007 - According to a study released in the October issue of the International Journal for Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics, when treating early-stage prostate cancer, intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) spares the bladder significantly more from direct radiation when compared to 3D conformal proton therapy (3D-CPT), but the amount of rectal sparing is similar with both treatments.

October 11, 2007 - SonoSite, Inc. recently introduced the S-FAST point-of-care ultrasound tool, reportedly the first ultrasound product custom designed to focus solely on the specialized visualization needs of the emergency physician.

October 11, 2007 — A new study conducted by the American College of Radiology Imaging Network (ACRIN) and the Gynecologic Oncology Group (GOG) is now underway to evaluate the ability of PET/CT with Fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG-PET/CT) and MRI with the contrast agent Combidex to identify pelvic and abdominal lymph node metastases in patients with locoregionally advanced cervical cancer.
According to study investigators, FDG-PET/CT and Combidex MRI offer promise for finding cancers that may presently go undiagnosed.

October 11, 2007 — NewSouth Innovations Pty Ltd, the technology transfer arm of University of New South Wales (UNSW), and Covidien Ltd. recently announced the signing of a license agreement to develop an innovative, radiolabeled molecular imaging agent for evaluating the efficacy of cancer treatments to assist oncologists in determining the effectiveness of treatment and the necessity for other therapeutic measures.

October 11, 2007 – Canon U.S.A. Inc. recently announced the installation of its two-thousandth digital radiography (DR) system, marking more than 5,000 DR system installations worldwide by the Canon family of companies.

October 11, 2007 - NovaRad Corp. announced the latest offering of its PACS and RIS, NovaPACS and NovaRIS 7.0, reportedly offering enhanced image access and scheduling/billing/process management for radiologists and administrative staff.

October 11, 2007 – Barco recently announced a new wide-screen surgical display solution with full high-definition resolution, reportedly featuring broad input connectivity, offering a versatile display solution for HD endoscopy cameras, room and boom cameras, ultrasound, PACS and patient information.

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