syngo DynaCT Cardiac enables 3-D imaging comparable to computed tomography (CT) in the EP lab during procedures. Building upon Siemens’ syngo DynaCT technology, this solution enhances diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities by enabling electrophysiologists to visualize the left atrium in 3-D during complex cardiac procedures, virtually eliminating the need for time-consuming preprocedural CT or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exams. The system enables CT-like imaging to be performed directly in the EP lab without loss of time or added risk to the patient.

The SureTouch Visual Mapping System electronically documents the Clinical Breast Exam (CBE). Suspicious breast lesions are palpitated with the hand-held tactile probe, and SureTouch instantly creates images of surface stress patterns.
The SureTouch probe houses an array of tactile sensors up to four times as sensitive as human touch and is clinically proven to accurately map lesions as small as 5mm. The system provides palpitation images, which are reproducible by different examiners, virtually eliminating the subjective nature of the CBE.

July 2007

Sharp Electronics Corp. announced the release of its new 65-inch LCD monitor, being marketed to hospitals for image-guided surgery. The PN-655U panel provides 1920-by-1080 2-megapixel high-definition resolution, which enables display of both computer and video for medical imaging. The screen has a four-wavelength spectrum and a cold-cathode fluorescent backlight for reportedly enhanced color spectrum.
The monitor is designed specifically for commercial use, with a rugged enclosure and inputs for DVI-D, RGB analog, component video, composite video and RS-232C.

Henry Wagner, M.D., one of the founders of nuclear medicine, announced the 2007 Image of the Year Title was a PET image that demonstrates that trait aggression is associated with brain MAO A activity. It was acquired by a
team from the Brookhaven Center for Translational Neuroimaging, Psychological Medicine Depart-ment at King’s College, London, and the National Institute on Drug Abuse, NIH.
“The mind is what the brain does,” noted Dr. Wagner. “The quantitative relationship shows brain chemistry linked to behavior.”

GE Healthcare's Discovery Dimension is designed to help clinicians advance toward the goal of motion-free PET/CT imaging, addressing the PET and CT imaging mismatches related to respiratory and cardiac motion. These include motion correction techniques that effectively improve clinical results and minimize blur caused by motion.

Discovery Dimension reportedly provides high-definition PET image processing, patient motion management and clinical productivity features that together address motion.

Given Imaging Ltd. has received marketing clearance from the FDA for its PillCam SB 2 video capsule, a next-generation small bowel video capsule, and RAPID 5 Software, an upgraded version.

Siemens introduced at SNM its HD PET, a technology which is designed to deliver superior detection of small lesions, dramatically greater staging capabilities and therapy accuracy.

The KODAK Point-of-Care CR-ITX 560 System is the first integrated digital medical imaging system featuring a portable X-ray generator and computed radiography system. It combines a powerful CR reader and transportable X-ray unit in a single, self-contained package. The system is ideal for a wide range of healthcare facilities, including hospitals, trauma units, clinics and nursing homes. The CR-ITX 560 system reportedly delivers high image quality, accelerates clinical workflow and helps improve staff productivity.

July 9, 2007 – The U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command Breast Cancer Research Program has granted $1.36 million over four years to The City College of New York (CCNY) and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) for the evaluation of near-infrared light’s use to detect and diagnose breast cancer and assess tumor aggressiveness.

July 9, 2007 - Sterilization methods and techniques continue to evolve toward safer, speedier and more economic processes. Innovation in sterilization is centered on improving cycle times, reducing cost and safety concerns, and designing affordable systems for in-house use. Shaped by diverse trends, the world medical sterilization systems and equipment market is expected to reach $2.3 billion by 2010, according to a recent report.

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