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Varghese AP, Naik S, Asrar Ul Haq Andrabi S, Luharia A, Tivaskar S, John J, Mishra GV, Uke A, Pisulkar SG, Wanjari M. Emerging Applications of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems and Their Impact on Research and Education: A Literature Review. Cureus 2024; 16:e65019. [PMID: 39165454 PMCID: PMC11335171 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.65019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2024] [Accepted: 07/21/2024] [Indexed: 08/22/2024] Open
Abstract
In recent times, technological advancements have remarkably improved picture archiving and communication system (PACS) capabilities beyond their conventional use in radiology departments. Researchers and instructors have started employing PACS functionalities to improve medical research processes, promote interdisciplinary collaborations, and facilitate learning. To illustrate this point further, the PACS enables researchers to handle and analyze huge amounts of imaging data with superior precision and speed, supporting innovative studies in areas like disease progression, treatment outcomes, and imaging modalities. Moreover, a PACS integrated with artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms leads to significant improvements in image processing, diagnostic accuracy, and personalized treatment, thus marking a new approach to medical imaging. The PACS supported by AI is mostly transformative since they allow for improved early disease detection capabilities as well as automated image processing and decision assistance, which increase diagnostic accuracy and clinical outcomes. Such systems can rapidly process large quantities of visual data with an accuracy rate surpassing earlier endeavors. In medical research, however, combining PACS with AI allows challenging imaging datasets to be examined, thereby making findings that were not previously possible. The capacity to combine imaging outcomes with clinical information is valuable for medical students and professionals in the field of education. They can access extensive medical image collections and case studies using PACS. This link is critical for teaching and learning as it allows students to interact with concrete events and improve their diagnostic accuracy in a controlled environment. This review discusses how the PACS affects educational courses and clinical outcomes based on the available literature. Our aim was not only to outline recent research or developments but also to present a comprehensive overview regarding the growing role played by PACS in the modern healthcare system and academics. Similarly, we look at the challenges and opportunities associated with the wide adoption of PACS, highlighting possible future areas of study or teaching methodologies. Issues such as data security, interoperability, and the need for defined protocols are included to give an exhaustive understanding of what PACS can and cannot do. Through this study, we stress PACS's revolutionary potential in advancing research methodology and educational practices, eventually contributing to enhanced patient care and knowledge dissemination in healthcare areas. The continual growth of PACS technology and its applications is expected to reshape the landscape of medical research and education, making it a vital component in the quest for medical excellence. By knowing the present trends and future potential, stakeholders in healthcare and education may better employ PACS to reach their objectives and boost overall results.
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- Albert P Varghese
- Department of Radiology, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Radiology, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Radiology, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Radiology, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Radiology, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Radiology, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge, Sharad Pawar Dental College, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Research and Development, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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Aparecido Nunes A, Barbosa Coelho E, de Souza JP, Zangiacomi Martinez E, Wichert Ana L, do Valle Lessa Dallora ME, de Azevedo Marques PM, de Mello LM. [Cost-Effectiveness of using Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) in digital mammography]. Value Health Reg Issues 2016; 11:49-56. [PMID: 27986198 DOI: 10.1016/j.vhri.2016.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2014] [Revised: 08/20/2015] [Accepted: 01/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Professor, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Brazil
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Analyses of Budget Impact Considering the Use of the Picture Archiving and Communication System. Value Health Reg Issues 2015; 8:62-68. [DOI: 10.1016/j.vhri.2015.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2014] [Revised: 03/09/2015] [Accepted: 04/08/2015] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Azevedo-Marques PMD, Rangayyan RM. Content-based Retrieval of Medical Images: Landmarking, Indexing, and Relevance Feedback. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2013. [DOI: 10.2200/s00469ed1v01y201301bme048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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MacDonald D, Neville D. Evaluating the implementation of picture archiving and communication systems in Newfoundland and Labrador--a cost benefit analysis. J Digit Imaging 2009; 23:721-31. [PMID: 19707828 DOI: 10.1007/s10278-009-9212-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2009] [Revised: 03/27/2009] [Accepted: 04/16/2009] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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- Don MacDonald
- Research and Evaluation Department, Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information, 28 Pippy Place, St. John's, NL, Canada.
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van de Wetering R, Batenburg R, Versendaal J, Lederman R, Firth L. A balanced evaluation perspective: picture archiving and communication system impacts on hospital workflow. J Digit Imaging 2006; 19 Suppl 1:10-7. [PMID: 16763932 PMCID: PMC3045172 DOI: 10.1007/s10278-006-0628-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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Around the world, hospitals are faced with both budget and regulatory pressures, forcing them to re-examine the way clinical practice is carried out. Proposed technologies that provide workflow enhancements include Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS); however, is PACS really effective in improving hospital workflow and the flow onto patient care, and how should this be evaluated? An acknowledged and successful approach for organizational evaluation is the Balanced Scorecard (BSC), providing the fundamental features for assessing organizations from various perspectives. In this research, the impact of PACS on the workflow of a large public hospital in Melbourne, Australia, is examined using an adapted version of the BSC. Empirically, this model was applied as an evaluation instrument through a series of in-depth interviews with PACS users. Results show that PACS did improve hospital workflow considerably and that the organizational alignment of PACS in hospitals is an important critical success factor.
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- Rogier van de Wetering
- Department of Information and Computing Sciences, Utrecht University, Centrumgebouw Noord, Padualaan 14, De Uithof, 3584 CH Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Department of Information Systems, University of Melbourne, Level 4, 111 Barry Street, Carlton, Melbourne, Victoria 3010 Australia
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- Department of Information and Computing Sciences, Utrecht University, Centrumgebouw Noord, Padualaan 14, De Uithof, 3584 CH Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Information and Computing Sciences, Utrecht University, Centrumgebouw Noord, Padualaan 14, De Uithof, 3584 CH Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Information Systems, University of Melbourne, Level 4, 111 Barry Street, Carlton, Melbourne, Victoria 3010 Australia
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- Department of Information Systems, University of Melbourne, Level 4, 111 Barry Street, Carlton, Melbourne, Victoria 3010 Australia
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