pydicom

Pydicom is a pure Python package for working with DICOM files, the standard format for medical imaging data. This skill provides guidance on reading, writing, and manipulating DICOM files, including working with pixel data, metadata, and various compression formats. Use this skill when working with: Install pydicom and common dependencies: For handling compressed DICOM files, additional packages may be needed: Read a DICOM file using pydicom.dcmread() : Key points: Extract and manipulate image data from DICOM files: Working with color images: Multi-frame images (videos/series): Use the provided dicom_to_image.py script or convert manually: Use the script: python scripts/dicom_to_image.py input.dcm output.png Modify DICOM data elements: Remove or replace patient identifiable information: Use the provided script: python scripts/anonymize_dicom.py input.dcm output.dcm Create DICOM files from scratch: Handle compressed DICOM files: Common transfer syntaxes: See references/transfer_syntaxes.md for complete list. Handle nested data structures: Work with multiple related DICOM files: This skill includes utility scripts in the scripts/ directory: Anonymize DICOM files by removing or replacing Protected Health Information (PHI). Convert DICOM files to common image formats (PNG, JPEG, TIFF). Extract and display DICOM metadata in a readable format. Detailed reference information is...