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Imaging and the Internet.

N McFarlane·J Denstedt
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Internet-based imaging is changing the way urology services are delivered by allowing rapid communication between remote locations. This review focuses on Internet-based imaging modalities, the hardware needed to transmit and view these images, and current applications. With the continuing expansion of Internet-based resources, all physicians must become accustomed to integrating the Internet and Internet-based imaging into their practices.

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N McFarlane, J Denstedt. 2001. Imaging and the Internet.. https://doi.org/10.1089/08927790150500962

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