What does PACS in medical imaging stands for?
Historically, radiographic images were printed on film. However, with widespread adoption of PACS (picture archiving and communications system), images can be electronically processed and viewed on computer work screens. These images then can be transmitted anywhere electronically the Internet. Ref: Wasserman P.L., Pope T.L. (2011). Chapter 7. Imaging of Joints. In M.Y. Chen, T.L. Pope, D.J. Ott (Eds), Basic Radiology, 2e.
Planned archiving common system
Planned archiving computerized system
Picture archiving and communication system
Picture archiving or computerized system