The use of the computer mouse and keyboard in radiology has evolved over time, but it has been an essential tool in the field since the early days of digital radiology.

In the early days of digital radiology, radiologists would use a computer mouse to navigate through 2D images on a computer screen. The mouse would be used to zoom in and out, pan, and change the perspective of images, allowing radiologists to better visualize and analyze the images.

As technology advanced, the computer mouse was also used to navigate through 3D images, allowing radiologists to better visualize and analyze complex images. Radiologists could rotate, zoom in or out, pan, and change the perspective of 3D images, which can be very helpful in certain specialized applications such as interventional radiology.

With the advent of advanced visualization software and PACS (picture archiving and communication system), the computer mouse and keyboard were used to access and manipulate images, control the display of images, and perform measurements and annotations.

In recent years, ergonomic computer mice and keyboard have been developed specifically for radiologists, with the aim of reducing the risk of repetitive stress injuries. These mice are designed to be more comfortable to use and to support a more natural hand position, which can reduce the risk of pain and discomfort.