PT  - JOURNAL ARTICLE
AU  - O’Connor, Michael K.
TI  - Computer Networking in Nuclear Medicine
DP  - 1994 Jun 01
TA  - Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology
PG  - 49--57
VI  - 22
IP  - 2
4099  - http://tech.snmjournals.org/content/22/2/49.short
4100  - http://tech.snmjournals.org/content/22/2/49.full
SO  - J. Nucl. Med. Technol.1994 Jun 01; 22
AB  - Objective: The purpose of this article is to provide a comprehensive description of computer networks and how they can improve the efficiency of a nuclear medicine department. Methods: This paper discusses various types of networks, defines specific network terminology and discusses the implementation of a computer network in a nuclear medicine department. Results: A computer network can serve as a vital component of a nuclear medicine department, reducing the time expended on menial tasks while allowing retrieval and transferral of information. Conclusions: A computer network can revolutionize a standard nuclear medicine department. However, the complexity and size of an individual department will determine if networking will be cost-effective.