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NX for Digital
Radiography
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Image processing
MUSICATM provides excellent image quality
NX includes Agfa HealthCare’s technologically-advanced
image processing as part of the standard package. The Multi-
scale Image Contrast Amplification algorithm, MUSICA,
composes the digital image in a number of different
frequency ranges (or detail sizes) and modulates the signal
amplitudes (or contrast) within each of these ranges. This
The Examination window touch screen is intuitive, single-dimension image processing delivers perceptibility
comprehensive and easy to use. and enhanced detail.
The optional, next-generation MUSICA2 takes image
processing even further, with two-dimensional image
processing, for both frequency and density (or grey levels).
Both the technologist and the radiologist benefit from an
improved workflow and higher productivity, while patients
and healthcare facilities also gain from the substantial
advantages (see ‘Optional features’).
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NX
More comfort and less waiting increases patient Cassette RIS
satisfaction & Plate
Softcopy
Hardcopy
Digitizer
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Imaging options
NX Precision Tools
• Annotations can be added to an image, such as: markers, • Manual adjustment of the MUSICA image processing
predefined text, drawing lines or geometrical shapes, parameters allows fine-tuning for specific purposes.
applying shutters to mask areas of the image, etc.
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NX Optiview features minimize artifacts and NX Quality Assurance helps the hospital maintain
optimize viewing quality for improved reading consistent image quality and minimize patient doses
by the radiologist. by monitoring dose variation on every exposure and
analyzing rejected images.
• The area outside the diagnostic area is automatically • With the dose indicator, the technologist easily sees how
made black or grey, even when multiple exposures are much the exposure dose deviates from the reference
made on one plate. value for the examination. The indicator compares
the median absorbed dose (LgM) in each digitized
• Detected repetitive patterns, caused by anti-scatter image with a stored reference dose value for that type
grids, are removed. of exam, to monitor the dose consistency.
• A square marker is automatically placed in the top • NX Quality Assurance can also use the exposure index
left corner of all images. As the image is rotated for digital X-ray imaging systems defined in the draft
and/or flipped, the marker also moves, indicating a standard IEC 62494-1.
manual change.
• A formatted summary report of the essential repeat
statistics is provided as a basis for the department’s
quality monitoring.
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MUSICA2 Next Generation Image Processing MUSICA2 Platinum processing is available for hospitals
with specialty areas that need increased emphasis on soft
MUSICA2 provides two-dimensional image processing
tissue or bone structure depending on body parts such as
for digital X-ray images, offering higher image quality,
the chest, abdomen and musculoskeletal, and/or on patient
autonomy and robustness, while enhancing the
groups such as paediatrics.
productivity of radiologists and technologists.
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Connectivity options
By decreasing typographical errors and allowing NX Integrated Workflow maximizes the potential of
easy access to patient data, NX RIS Connectivity RIS/PACS integration for dealing with emergencies,
provides more consistent patient data and reduces sending feedback on examinations status and of
identification time, resulting in improved patient history consultations.
technologist workflow.
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The dedicated NX for mammography is optimized for NX Mammography for Mixed Usage makes it possible
the specific mammography screening or diagnostic to use a single workstation for different types of
imaging workflow of the technologist. exams, for a more flexible and cost-effective use in
GenRad departments.
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All features provided by the previous product (NX 2.0) are • Functional improvements
available within NX 3.0. In addition, the NX 3.0 offers the The NX 3.0 includes
extended features listed below. • A full screen mode, for improved visibility of images
on-screen.
• Support of 2MP or 3MP diagnostic monitors • A configurable UI button that makes it easy to call
The NX 3.0 supports Barco’s NIO 2MP or 3MP diagnostic up third party applications, such as an RIS client,
display systems. The landscape greyscale display system procedure book, etc.
has been medically approved. They are not suited for • Enhanced security, by requiring an operator ID
diagnostic mammography reading. before use (configurable).
• Configurable mandatory patient fields, for better
• Mammography improvements data consistency.
Improvements for mammography usage include a • Technical images can be exported to hard disk, for
smoother screening workflow, with an auto select import into AUTO QC2.
feature for thumbnail images, support of 2 RISs and • Multiple DICOM export destinations are available.
the possibility to add 10 mammo markers. The split • The study can be printed in its entirety with a single
screen mode allows 2 views to be compared. For click of the F7 button, even without automation, for
greater viewing comfort, the background can be occasional printing jobs.
darkened, and the image can be inverted with the dark
background. Mandatory patient data fields can be
programmed, and multiple DICOM export destinations
configured (for QC). Technical images can be exported
to hard disk, and the system offers a Store/Apply
window level.
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OFFICE VIEWER
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technical
specificatio ns
Installation Compliance
• Carried out by a qualified Agfa HealthCare • NX supports enhanced features such as RIS
application engineer. Protocol Codes, RIS Mapping, Modality Performed
• NX software is only installed on PCs delivered Procedure Step (MPPS), Storage Commit, Greyscale
by Agfa HealthCare. Softcopy Presentation State (GSPS), Greyscale
Standard Display Function (GSDF), CR, DX or MG
Office Viewer can be installed on any PC that fulfils SOP Class for storage, presentation or processing.
these minimum requirements: • For a complete list of the DICOM conformance
• Free disk space: 5GB statements, please visit
• Memory: 512 MB minimum, 1 GB recommended www.agfa.com/healthcare/dicom
• Windows XP SP2 or SP3 • For a complete list of the IHE integration
• Windows Vista (SP1) statements, please visit
• Minimum screen resolution: 1024 x 768 www.agfa.com/healthcare/ihe
Security Version
• Secure profiles for key users to help facilitate • Release of NX X.0.8000.
your compliance with HIPAA (Health Insurance • NX X.0.8000 is the maintenance track for all
Portability and Accountability Act). previous NX versions.
• ‘X’ can be ‘2’ or ‘3’ depending on licensing
purchased.
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