Two interesting questions about CT in pediatrics have been asked on DSCT.com some time ago. As Dr. Hyun Woo Goo, who is an expert in pediatrics, recently joined the DSCT expert community, DSCT.com asked him to comment on these questions as well. Read his answers here. The following questions … Read more

The following question has been sent by Patrick, CT Tech: Our facilty is currently operating a siemens Definition Scanner. I was hoping you could recommend some reading material on Dual Source CT. Also some info on how to reduce radiation exposure. Ralf Bauer, MD, Clinic of the Goethe University, Frankfurt, Germany: Dear … Read more

The following question has been sent by Dr. Shrinivas Desai: DSCT Myocardial perfusion versus SPECT CT myocardial perfusion: Jaslok Hospital in mumbai, India is buying Siemens DSCT (Flash Definition Dual source Dual energy). We already have a SPECT on which thallium myocardial perfusion is done. The nuclear medicine department is considering acquiring … Read more

The following question has been sent by Daniel Newman: I am asked frequently about the difference between dual energy and dual source.  It seems that for most people the terms are interchangeble.  However, not all CT systems utilize 2 tubes.  Can you explain to me the pros and cons of each … Read more

The following question has been sent by Antonio Maestro: Use of Flash and DE to replace SPECT in detection of ischemia tests? Hi, i am doing a research to assess the clinical and patient workflow results of using a DSCT Definition Flash for the Chest Pain Unit patients. It seems clear to me … Read more

The following question has been sent by Antonio Maestro: Use of Flash and DE to replace SPECT in detection of ischemia tests? Hi, i am doing a research to assess the clinical and patient workflow results of using a DSCT Definition Flash for the Chest Pain Unit patients. It seems clear to me … Read more

Vesela Stoynova, Sofia, Bulgaria has sent the following question: Cardiac CT: Hi EXPERTS, We do a lot of cardio CT with 16 slice GE. We are on the way to by a new CT. I have read all advertisement about DSCT. I would like to hear your oppinion on  ustabile heart rate, extrasystole … Read more