Display System for Breast Tomosynthesis

 Last May 2011, visualisation specialist Barco launched the Mammo Tomosynthesis 5MP, the first display system that has been cleared by the U.S. FDA for breast tomosynthesis. The display comes with some groundbreaking technologies specifically developed for multi-modality mammography.
"Breast tomosynthesis provides radiologists with three-dimensional images of the breast for better lesion visibility. These multi-frame images give rise to a need for solutions to optimise reading and interpretation. … With the Mammo Tomosynthesis 5MP, images are displayed more efficiently and more clearly so the radiologist can make the most effective diagnosis," says Albert Xthona, Product Manager at Barco Healthcare.
 Precise Results
Mammo Tomosynthesis 5MP efficiently displays high-quality multi-modality images. Barco's proprietary RapidFrame technology speeds pixel refresh when reviewing multi-frame image sequences such as tomosynthesis or breast MRI, eliminating blurring or ghosting. Combined with Barco's patented Per Pixel Uniformity to remove disturbing screen noise, the display renders mammograms with the best image quality, helping radiologists make accurate diagnoses while speeding up their workflow. Equipped with the powerful DuraLight Nova backlight, the Mammo Tomosynthesis display offers twice the calibrated brightness (1,000 cd/m2) of conventional displays while more than doubling the lamp lifetime (50,000 hours). This luminance enables radiologists to see fine details in dense breast tissue and renders near skin-line details more clearly. The display also provides an I-Luminate "hot light" button for extra brightness, which can reveal subtle details, even in dark areas.

Comfortable Reading
Mammo Tomosynthesis 5MP comes with an adjustable dual-head stand and allows users to angle the displays to their preferred position for optimum viewing. Additionally, the display can be viewed from a wide angle, without sacrificing contrast or black level. Images can now be read from any seat at the reading station, allowing radiologists to discuss the images with colleagues in the room or use them for educational purposes. The display system's intrinsic brightness reduces eye fatigue and enables reading in a more pleasant ambient room light, preserving visibility of low-contrast details. It also includes the integrated I-Guard sensor, which automatically checks contrast and luminance. This provides radiologists with an optimal work environment, boosting diagnostic performance and productivity.

Guaranteed Compliance
To ensure long-lasting image quality and high-grade Quality Assurance, Barco's Mammo Tomosynthesis 5MP is bundled with MediCal QAWeb, an innovative Web-based tool for automated and worry-free calibration. Together with I-Guard, the system guarantees consistent DICOM accuracy and uptime of all displays throughout the facility to ensure a consistent diagnostic outcome.
The Standard of Care
Mammo Tomosynthesis 5MP is covered by a 5-year warranty and demonstrates that precision and productivity can go hand in hand. Equipped with the ultra-fast 10-bit MXRT display controller and technologies to enable consistent cost-effective workflow, the display for multi-frame mammography offers a high return on investment and the best standard of care.
Source: Barco (www.barco.com)