Carestream Health of Rochester, NY, has released new long-length imaging software for its DirectView DR 7500 digital radiography (DR) system.
The software supports automated positioning and automatic image stitching and improves workflow for long bone and spine exams, as well as general radiology studies. It also eliminates the need for computed radiography-based long-length imaging, the company said.
DirectView DR 7500 can capture and stitch up to five exposures, and its tube tilting feature can improve image alignment and reduce space requirements for x-ray rooms. Once the region of interest is defined, the system calculates the required imaging sequence, positions the DR 7500 system, and allows the technologist to easily acquire the images.
The stitching software resides on the DR console and creates nearly seamless images that are 17 inches (43 cm) wide and up to 64.5 inches (164 cm) long. It also eliminates the need to orient or align images and incorporates basic orthopedic measurement tools. Fully automated positioning requires use of a patient stand that supports patients weighing up to 600 lb.
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