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13 July 1998 Factors influencing the adoption of digital imaging systems
Curtis P. Langlotz M.D., Hugh M. Pratt, Eric R. Feingold, Steven C. Horii M.D., Harold L. Kundel
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Abstract
Recent economic analyses of picture archiving and communication system (PACS) and computed radiography (CR) suggest that these systems are not cost saving from the perspective of a large, subspecialized department. Nevertheless, adoption of these systems is increasing. We examine the reasons for this apparent contradiction by analyzing a recently published economic model of PACS. Through sensitivity analysis and re-examination of model assumptions, we suggest several scenarios under which PACS adoption may be more economically favorable. We also discuss the non-economic factors that may influence adoption decisions.
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Curtis P. Langlotz M.D., Hugh M. Pratt, Eric R. Feingold, Steven C. Horii M.D., and Harold L. Kundel "Factors influencing the adoption of digital imaging systems", Proc. SPIE 3339, Medical Imaging 1998: PACS Design and Evaluation: Engineering and Clinical Issues, (13 July 1998); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.319796
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KEYWORDS
Picture Archiving and Communication System

Imaging systems

Digital imaging

Systems modeling

Chromium

Image compression

Radiology

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