MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 28, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vital Images, Inc. (Nasdaq:VTAL), a leading provider of advanced visualization solutions, will release Vitrea® Enterprise Suite (VES), Version 6.0 at the 96th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), in Chicago (booth 7914, North Hall). Version 6.0 provides in-depth, clinical functionality via a unique, modular architecture that delivers optimal performance and thin-client access to applications and image data.
The VES platform separates rendering, processing and data storage to deliver sustained quality of service for clinicians regardless of the number of simultaneous users or data load on the system. For IT departments, the modular platform cost-effectively scales to meet the specific imaging needs of the healthcare institution. As the only advanced virtualization solution certified VMware Ready™, VES complements virtualization strategies to support decreased total cost of ownership, increased productivity and simplified disaster recovery.
New clinical features in VES 6.0 extend multi-modality and oncology capabilities by introducing Dynamic MR*, XA 3D Angio, and Oncology Fusion, which allows users to visualize, quantify and track tumors using fused CT, MR, PET and SPECT images. A new Denoising filter also allows users to toggle between pre- and post- filtered images "on the fly" for improved diagnostic confidence.
"Version 6.0 features deep clinical functionality built on a truly scalable, modular platform," said Michael H. Carrel, president and chief executive officer at Vital Images. "Vitrea Enterprise Suite is uniquely capable of delivering both value and performance for the growing, changing imaging needs of the healthcare enterprise."
VES 6.0 also includes a new multi-chamber cardiovascular solution, which enables comprehensive assessment of cardiovascular function and structures for adults and pediatrics. The endovascular stent planning application has been enhanced, adding TAA to AAA capabilities. Version 6.0 enhances VES's existing clinical applications, intuitive user interface and automated workflows to speed diagnosis, communication and collaboration for efficient, informed decision making.
VES 6.0 can be seen at Vital Images' booth number 7914 in the North Hall as well as in partner booths throughout the RSNA show floor. For more information, visit Vital Images at RSNA or online at .
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About Vital Images
Vital Images, Inc. is a leading provider of advanced visualization and analysis software for physicians and healthcare specialists. The company's software provides users productivity and communication tools to improve patient care that can be accessed throughout the enterprise anytime, anywhere via the Web. Established in 1988 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Vital Images also has offices in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit .
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