Siemens New Computer-Aided Detection Program Helps Physicians Detect More Lung Nodules

by Barbara Kram, Editor | October 23, 2006

In combination with the underlying software syngo Lung CARE CT growth rate and nodule size of detected nodules can easily be compared by automated alignment and volume calculation, thus supporting the physicians treatment regimen.
syngo Lung CAD represents the second generation nodule detection software from Siemens following syngo LungCARE NEV (Nodule Enhanced Viewing), which was introduced in December 2003 and has already reached more than 500 installations worldwide. syngo Lung CAD seamless integration into the syngo LungCARE CT application, allows Siemens to provide a comprehensive solution for the detection, evaluation and follow-up of lung nodules. syngo Lung CAD will be available on the syngo MultiModality Workplace.

Siemens Medical Solutions of Siemens AG (NYSE: SI) with headquarters in Malvern, Pennsylvania, and Erlangen, Germany, is one of the largest suppliers to the healthcare industry in the world. The company is known for bringing together innovative medical technologies, healthcare information systems, management consulting, and support services, to help customers achieve tangible, sustainable, clinical and financial outcomes. Employing approximately 33,000 people worldwide and operating in more than 120 countries, Siemens Medical Solutions reported sales of 7.6 billion EUR, orders of 8.6 billion EUR and group profit of 976 million EUR for fiscal 2005. More information can be obtained by visiting www.usa.siemens.com/medical-pressroom.

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