6. Ultrasound goes wireless. Siemens unveiled what it says is the first wireless ultrasound, a system that features a wireless transducer that could make it easier for providers to perform scans during operations or in other sterile environments.

7. MR scanners quiet down. Silent Scan is GE's solution to the unwelcome noise generated during an MR scan. The solution, which is software based, decreases the MR sound by getting to the source of the noise: gradient coils in the machine. Here's more:


8. PACS ready for an upgrade. Dr. Paul Chang from the University of Chicago predicted PACS 3.0 is coming soon, which is sure to improve communication between radiologists and referring physicians. He said we're at the sunset of PACS 2.0, which is enterprise-centric and web-based digital image viewing and sharing. PACS 3.0 will be beyond the enterprise and to the cloud, with an emphasis on value. He said: "We need to view the radiology report as a portal." In other words, having multimedia reports and hyperlinking parts of the report, to have "progressive disclosure" of information.

9. Time for rhyme. Under the influence of 17th century French playwright Moliere, noted medico-legal expert Dr. Leonard Berlin gave what was probably the first Annual Oration in Diagnostic Radiology in rhyming verse. Perhaps the rhymes will help radiologists remember the importance of promptly giving patients an explanation of any errors.

10. International flavor. Although RSNA could not provide a number, many exhibitors and attendees DOTmed News spoke with noticed a greater international presence than in years past. To give some perspective, DOTmed attended an after-show customer appreciation event held by an American-based company where only 30 percent of the attendees were American.

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