The Teleradiology concept
Key characteristics:
- Uses universal protocols
(e.g. DICOM, CHILI, ftp, scp,
DICOM e-mail: recommended by German Radiology Society (working group @GIT)) - Automatic conversion between protocols
- Automatic routing depending on various parameters (including port, AET, day of the week, time, DICOM fields)
- Fault-tolerant, with automatic resumption after interruption
- Extensive security concept according to BSI recommendations
- Various encryption options available
- Backed up log files to record data transmission activity
- Can be integrated into any PACS or DICOM modality
- Manufacturer independent
- Conforms to the new German X-Ray Ordinance
- Allows teleconferencing via LAN or WAN
