In a few years we are likely to see 3D images generated instantly, and with comparable resolution to today's 2D views. Inclusion of functional information, possibly at the molecular level, could also assist in clinical decision-making. Some specialist clinicians with intimate knowledge of their field of interest are likely to have a better understanding of the pathology and physiology of an org...

Quality imaging may be described as "a timely access to and delivery of integrated and appropriate procedures, in a safe and responsive practice, and a prompt delivery of an accurately interpreted report by capable personnel in an efficient, effective, and sustainable manner." For this article, radiation safety is considered as one of the key quality elements. The stakeholders are the drivers o...

During the past few years, the healthcare sector, where the need for precise and rapid delivery of information is of vital importance, could not remain unaffected by the latest developments in modern mobile and wireless devices. The aim of the present study was to design and implement a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)based teleradiology system incorporating mobile real-time tele-consultation f...

The introduction of cone beam computed tomography into dentistry, and particularly into private offices, has raised a number of medicolegal issues. Among the issues raised are who may own and operate the machines, for what purposes should the machines be used, how broadly or narrowly should the field be collimated, does the full volume need to be interpreted and, if so, by whom? For images inte...