FUSION RIS is a completely integrated business workflow solution, which includes all of the easy navigation, worklist management, group practice deployment, integration capabilities and security features that have allowed clients to accelerate productivity from scheduling through billing, reporting and distribution of results.

RapidScreen is the first and only FDA-cleared chest X-ray CAD system to assist the radiologist in detecting early-stage lung cancer. It is a powerful cancer detection tool designed to quickly identify solitary pulmonary nodules between 9 and 30 mm and other suspicious nodules on the original standard AP/PA chest X-ray, providing a virtual second pair of eyes for the radiologist. The system offers film and filmless solutions as well as an upgrade path for those seeking to evolve from film to digital in the foreseeable future.

Kodak has received clearance from the FDA for several specialized functions that enable radiologists to diagnose images generated by cardiac CT exams. These specialized functions include: cardiac review and analysis; cardiac cage removal in 3-D imaging; and cardiac calcium scoring. These features will be integrated into the next version of KODAK CARESTREAM PACS software, which is scheduled for commercial availability in mid-2006.

Designed with one 8-by-8-inch floor mounted cardiac C-arm and one 12- by-16-inch ceiling mounted C-arm, the Infinix DP-i/FD2 vascular X-ray system from Toshiba America Medical Systems enables physicians to obtain the high-quality images needed to perform both detailed peripheral vascular work and coronary studies without compromise for more efficient, comprehensive patient care. In addition, the system’s design allows clinicians to perform both coronary and vascular studies on the same table without moving the patient-saving time and increasing overall patient comfort.

Significant upgrades have been made to the new z.one ultrasound system. The upgrades include three new transducers, calculation packages and a proprietary technology, Zone Speed Technology or ZST, to automatically recognize and adjust for the differences in body sound propagation, which is possible only due to Zone Sonography technology. The new transducers are available in spring 2006, while the new clinical ultrasound upgrades will be available this summer.