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Toshiba Announces Version 3.0
Software for Aquilion 64 Fastest Reconstruction and Enhanced DICOM Data Transfer for Increased Productivity TUSTIN, Calif., August 1, 2006 – Meeting clinical demands for applications that enhance departmental workflow, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today the release of its Version 3.0 software for the Aquilion™ 64 and 32 computed tomography (CT) systems – the most advanced multislice CT technology available. The new software is designed specifically to improve overall departmental productivity, and features options that further enhance the industry's fast reconstruction kit, up to 28-slices per second, and includes enhanced digital imaging and communications format in medicine (DICOM) data transfer at up to 50 images per second. According to Doug Ryan, director, CT Business Unit, Toshiba, speed and efficiency in diagnostic imaging are growing concerns. "Our Version 3.0 software enhancements deliver one of the industry's fastest 'data to diagnosis' solutions and advanced workflow improvements that increase productivity and help make departments more efficient." In August 2006, production units for the Aquilion 64 and 32 CT scanners will feature the Version 3.0 software upgrade. Version 3.0 will be available as a field-upgrade to existing Aquilion 64- and 32-slice systems in Fall 2006. Version 3.0 Features and Benefits Version 3.0 software comes standard with a wide range of features, including PhaseExact and Advanced QDS that are specifically designed to improve cardiac CT angiography, helical brain scans and CT fluoroscopy applications.
With headquarters in Tustin, Calif., Toshiba America Medical Systems markets, sells, distributes and services diagnostic imaging systems, and coordinates clinical diagnostic imaging research for all modalities in the United States. Toshiba Medical Systems Corp., an independent group company of Toshiba Corp., is a global leading provider of diagnostic medical imaging systems and comprehensive medical solutions, such as CT, Cath & EP Labs, X-ray, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, MRI and information systems. Toshiba Corp. is a leader in information and communications systems, electronic components, consumer products, and power systems. Toshiba has approximately 161,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of $54 billion. Source: Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. |
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