Advanced DICOM Tag Harmonization

Mammography systems produce DICOM tags that can be inconsistent or non-standard. Our solution ensures consistent, standardized tags across all systems.

The Challenge

Healthcare facilities face several challenges with DICOM tags:

  • Inconsistent tags between software versions
  • Non-standard view codes or descriptions
  • Missing critical sequence information
  • Invalid characters or formatting
  • Complex integration requirements
  • Quality assurance needs

How It Works

Tag Processing

Raw DICOM

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Harmonized Study

Modality

Capacitor

Standardize Views

Add Sequences

Correct Codes

Validate

PACS System

The Solution

Capacitor provides sophisticated tag manipulation:

  • Standardizes view descriptions
  • Adds missing sequences
  • Corrects view position codes
  • Ensures consistent series descriptions
  • Validates tag compliance
  • Maintains audit trail

Example Transformations

  • "BTO_TOMO, L-CC, PRIME" → "L CC Tomosynthesis"
  • Adds spot compression and magnification sequences
  • Corrects XCCL coding
  • Standardizes naming across vendors

Value Delivered

  • Improved reading workflow with standardized naming
  • Better integration with third-party AI and CAD systems
  • Reduced errors in image display order
  • Consistent appearance in PACS worklists
  • Enhanced data consistency
  • Simplified system integration