| Multisection CT: scanning techniques and clinical applications. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 11112829 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Multisection computed tomography (CT) was introduced in 1992 with the advent of dual-section-capable scanners and was improved in 1998 following the development of quad-section technology. With a recent increase in gantry speed from one to two revolutions per second, multisection CT scanners are now up to eight times faster than conventional single-section helical CT scanners. The benefits of quad-section CT relative to single-section helical CT are considerable. They include improved temporal resolution, improved spatial resolution in the z axis, increased concentration of intravascular contrast material, decreased image noise, efficient x-ray tube use, and longer anatomic coverage. These factors substantially increase the diagnostic accuracy of the examination. The multisection CT technique has enabled faster and superior evaluation of patients across a wide spectrum of clinical indications. These include isotropic viewing, musculoskeletal applications, use of multiplanar reformation in special situations, CT myelography, long coverage and multiphase studies, CT angiography, cardiac scoring, evaluation of brain perfusion, imaging of large patients, evaluation of acute chest pain or dyspnea, virtual endoscopy, and thin-section scanning with retrospective image fusing. Multisection CT is superior to single-section helical CT for nearly all clinical applications. |
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Authors:
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J Rydberg; K A Buckwalter; K S Caldemeyer; M D Phillips; D J Conces; A M Aisen; S A Persohn; K K Kopecky |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Radiographics : a review publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc Volume: 20 ISSN: 0271-5333 ISO Abbreviation: Radiographics Publication Date: 2000 Nov-Dec |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2001-01-25 Completed Date: 2001-01-26 Revised Date: 2005-11-16 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8302501 Medline TA: Radiographics Country: UNITED STATES |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 1787-806 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Radiology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. |
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Equipment Design Humans Radiographic Image Enhancement Tomography, X-Ray Computed / instrumentation, methods* |
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