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Charrua TestSCU: Enhancing DICOM Communication Efficiency

Primary Purpose:
Charrua TestSCU is a DICOM testing and troubleshooting tool designed for evaluating and resolving DICOM communication issues. It serves as a DICOM SCU (Service Class User), facilitating essential services to ensure smooth data exchange in medical imaging environments.

Key Features:

1. Comprehensive DICOM SCU Services:

   • Echo-Verification: Verifies connectivity with remote DICOM servers.
   • Store: Enables the transmission of images to a DICOM server.
   • Query-Find: Retrieves specific patient information from a server.
   • Query-Worklist: Retrieves scheduled procedures for a patient.
   • Print: Facilitates sending images to DICOM laser film printers.

2. Specialized Tools:

   • SendSCU: Efficiently sends multiple images from a folder to a remote DICOM server using the Store SCU service.
   • PrintSCU: A command-line tool for printing JPEG or bitmap images on DICOM-compatible devices.
   • WatchDog: Monitors DICOM servers by sending periodic Echo-Verification messages; alerts via email if a server is unresponsive.
   • Lite Viewer: Included in DICOM CD/DVD packages, it provides a user-friendly interface to view and manage studies with tools for zooming, panning, adjusting window/level, and measurements.

Audience & Benefits:

Charrua TestSCU is ideal for medical professionals, IT staff, and developers involved in DICOM integration. It ensures seamless communication between medical imaging devices, enhancing workflow efficiency and patient care by promoting accurate data transfer. The tool's robust features help maintain reliable DICOM services, crucial for effective healthcare operations.

Installation:
Charrua TestSCU can be easily installed via winget, ensuring quick setup and accessibility for users.

This tool is essential for anyone managing DICOM environments, providing a comprehensive solution to test, troubleshoot, and optimize DICOM communication.