Data conversion between IS&C format and DICOM format images in a personal computer environment

Abstract

This paper describes an image viewing process on the Image Save And Carry (IS&C) and the Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) and conversion between these standards. The personal computer based image viewer can convert image format and is implemented on the image transmission application extending IS&C system by using the DICOM transfer function. The Japanese Ministry of Health and Welfare showed the technical criteria (security, long-term reliability and compatibility) for the electronic storage of the medical images in 1994. This viewer will conform this criteria. This system is a prototype IS&C viewing station which currently implemented on DOS/V 6.2 and MS-Windows 3.1 environment. We think that the linage station have to archive and transmit images with a simple operation. This system lets us make efficient use of the medical image information without difficulties.