What is a DICOM anonymizer?
A DICOM anonymizer is a tool designed to remove personal information from DICOM files, ensuring patient privacy before sharing or using the images for research or educational purposes.
Why should I anonymize DICOM files?
Anonymizing DICOM files is essential for protecting patient privacy and complying with data protection regulations. By removing personal information, you can safely share and use medical images for research, education, or collaboration without risking patient confidentiality.
How do I use the online DICOM anonymizer?
To use our tool, simply select your DICOM files or a DICOM directory, out tools will start anonymizing sensitive information instantly. After finished you can save the modified files. It's fast and easy!
What is a DICOM directory?
A DICOM directory is a folder that contains a file named DICOMDIR. This file includes metadata about all the images stored within the directory. Our tool can parse the DICOMDIR file and load all the images from the directory for viewing. If you have a zip file, you can unzip it first and check that the DICOMDIR file exists before selecting it.
I got a zip file, how can I use the viewer?
Please first unzip it and check whether there is a DICOMDIR file inside. If it exists, just click the second button to select the directory, and our viewer will automatically load all DICOM images.
What types of DICOM files can I anonymize?
You can anonymize any standard DICOM files, including CT scans, MRIs, X-rays, and ultrasounds. The tool supports all radiology modalities.
Is my data secure when using the anonymizer?
Yes, your privacy is our priority. All operations are performed locally on your device, ensuring that no data is uploaded or stored on our servers.
Do I need to create an account to use the anonymizer?
No, you can use the DICOM anonymizer without creating an account or signing in. Start de-identifying your files immediately!
Can I anonymize multiple files at once?
Yes, our tool allows you to upload and anonymize multiple DICOM files simultaneously, making the process efficient and straightforward.
What happens to the original DICOM files?
Your original files remain unchanged. The anonymized versions are saved as new files, so you retain the original data.
What is included in the output file after anonymization?
The output file is a zip archive containing all the anonymized DICOM files. These files will maintain the same folder structure and file names as the input files. If you select a DICOM directory for anonymization, only the related DICOM files will be included in the output, other files in the original folder will not be copied.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, our DICOM anonymizer is completely free, with no hidden fees or subscriptions required.
What if I encounter issues with the anonymizer?
If you experience any problems, please
contact us via email. We're here to help with any issues you may encounter.
Can I use this anonymizer for medical diagnosis?
No, this tool is intended for personal and educational use only. It is not designed for professional medical diagnostics.