The Canadian Association of Radiologists has issued a Lifecycle Guidance for Medical Imaging Equipment in Canada to help determine when and under what conditions selected medical imaging devices should be considered for replacement, upgrading, and the introduction of new/ emerging technologies. The information provides process tools to assess and prioritize equipment and assistance in developing a five-year equipment strategic plan to augment and assist planning.
The summary report may be found at:
http://www.car.ca/uploads/standards%20guidelines/CAR-LifecycleGuidance-Summary-e-20131127.pdf
The full report may be accessed via:
http://www.car.ca/uploads/standards%20guidelines/CAR-LifecycleGuidance-MainReport-e_20131127.pdf