MSCT scanners

Due to the advent of new generation MSCT scanners, high-resolution image volumes can be obtained in a few seconds. Further, more detailed coronal and sagittal MPR can be reconstructed. Especially in the area of... 

We have reported a close association between plaque burden and impaired kidney function in type 1 diabetics using MRl imaging [13]. With the appearance of new generation scanners MSCT imaging most certainly in the near future will be available widespread in health communities. Clinical use and evaluation of non-invasive coronary artery imaging should focus on patients predisposed to atherosclerosis including those with diabetes. 

There are various software tools commercially available that can be used to estimate organ and effective dose values for a variety of CT protocols and scanners from measured CTDI values (Brix et al. 2004 Stamm et al., VAMP). The user should make sure, however, to employ software versions that cover the special aspects of MSCT discussed in the following. Table 4.5 summarizes representative dose values determined in a nationwide survey in Germany for the most common tyes of CT examinations (Brix et al. 2003). 

Table 19.1. MSCT protocol for liver tumor imaging, 16-row scanner, used at the Department of Radiology, Medical University of Vienna. Unenhanced scan only used in case of HCC delayed scan only used in case of CCC...

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