Digital Pathology System
A system that enables the conversion of pathology specimens into digital images and their evaluation.
Digital Pathology System is a system that allows the conversion, storage, and evaluation of glass pathology specimens into high-resolution digital images through whole slide imaging (WSI).
The system provides infrastructure for remote evaluation, second opinions, and AI-supported analysis; the final diagnosis belongs to the pathologist.
Other names / abbreviations: Digital Pathology, WSI.
What is it used for?
The digital pathology system aims to provide location-independent access to specimens, remote evaluation, opportunities for second opinions, and infrastructure for AI-supported analyses.
Key features
- Slide scanning (WSI): High-resolution digitization of specimens.
- Digital evaluation: Examination and measurement on images.
- Remote access: Location-independent evaluation and second opinions.
- Infrastructure for AI: Groundwork for AI-supported analyses.
Integration and standards
The Digital Pathology System does not operate in isolation; it typically exchanges data with the following systems and processes:
- Pathology information system
- Slide scanners
- Image archive
Commonly referenced standards and regulations:
Benefits provided
- Location-independent evaluation
- Ease of second opinions
- Infrastructure for AI-supported analyses
Selection and evaluation criteria
Main criteria considered when evaluating a digital pathology system:
- Scanner/image quality
- Storage requirements
- Integration with pathology systems
Points to consider
- High-resolution images require significant storage.
- Diagnostic use should be evaluated with appropriate validation.
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What is a digital pathology system?
It is a system that enables the conversion of pathology specimens into digital images and their evaluation on screen.
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