How many megapixels really matter? That was my question to the folks at NEC. Seems everyone is introducing monitors with 6, 8, and even more, megapixels. At what point does high resolution become just another sexy feature?  ..,.The answer: Mammo requires 5 megapixels; but other than that, it is up to the clinician to decide what he/she really requires for an accurate read. NEC’s new line of high-brightness color and grayscale displays include the 2-megapixel MD212MC, the 3-megapixel MD213MC color displays, and the 3-megapixel MD213MG grayscale display – all 21-inches. In my opinion, that’s megapixels in moderation! That means the price is affordable to many – including Community Hospitals across the country where budgets are tight. 

 

 

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I also was treated to some delicious Belgium chocolate (YUM!) from the Belgium-based medical display company, who showcased a new line of clinical review monitors. The brand-new MDRC looks to provide a budget-friendly, quality visualization solution for a wide range of applications throughout hospitals, imaging centers, and private practices. Company reps say the MDRC displays are ideal for visualizing PACS, cardiac, and orthopedic content, along with data from EMR, HIS, or RIS applications.