NDS Surgical Imaging releases surgical visualization platform

NDS Surgical Imaging has released its next-generation visualization and informatics platform—the ConnectOR G2.

According to the San Jose, Calif.-based company, the product--which allows the connection of PACS, medical informatics and up to 10 multiple-format video inputs--is now available for shipping to customers and ready for installation into endoscopic carts and surgical operating room environments.

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