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Dose reduction in abdominal CT: intraindividual comparison of image quality of full-dose standard and half-dose iterative reconstructions with DSCT

posted by Michael M. Lell, M.D. | Nov 3, 2011
Michael M. Lell, M.D.

We sought to evaluate the image quality of iterative reconstruction in image space (IRIS) in half-dose (HD) datasets compared with full-dose (FD) and HD filtered back projection (FBP) reconstruction in abdominal CT. Read more

Single-phase dual-energy CT allows for characterization of renal masses as benign or malignan

posted by Anno Graser, M. D. | Jun 14, 2011
Anno Graser, M. D.

This publication evaluates the diagnostic accuracy of dual-energy CT (DECT) in renal mass characterization using a single-phase acquisition. Read more

Collateral ventilation to congenital hyperlucent lung lesions assessed on xenon-enhanced dynamic dual-energy CT: an initial experience

posted by Hyun Woo Goo, M.D. | May 20, 2011
Hyun Woo Goo, M.D.

This publication evaluates the resistance to collateral ventilation in congenital hyperlucent lung lesions and correlates that with the anatomic findings on xenon-enhanced dynamic dual-energy CT. Read more

Dual-energy CT with tin filter technology for the discrimination of renal lesion proxies containing blood, protein, and contrast-agent. An experimental phantom study

posted by Sebastian Leschka, M.D. | Apr 4, 2011
Sebastian Leschka, M.D.

To differentiate proxy renal cystic lesions containing protein, blood, iodine contrast, or saline solutions using dual-energy CT (DECT) equipped with a new tin filter technology (TFT). Read more

Quantitative CT liver perfusion imaging using dynamic spiral scanning with variable pitch: feasibility and initial results in patients with cancer metastases

posted by Hatem Alkadhi, M.D. | Mar 18, 2011
Hatem Alkadhi, M.D.

To assess the feasibility and image quality of CT liver perfusion imaging using an adaptive 4D spiral-mode, developed to extend the z-axis coverage, and to report initial qualitative and quantitative results in patients with cancer metastases. Read more

Performance of dual-energy CT with tin filter technology for the discrimination of renal cysts and enhancing masses

posted by Hatem Alkadhi, M.D. | Nov 8, 2010
Hatem Alkadhi, M.D.

To assess the performance of dual-energy computed tomography (DECT) equipped with the new tin filter technology to classify phantom renal lesions as cysts or enhancing masses. Read more

Characterization of urinary stones with dual-energy CT: improved differentiation using a tin filter

posted by Hatem Alkadhi, M.D. | Sep 9, 2010
Hatem Alkadhi, M.D.

To assess image quality and capability of stone differentiation between UA-containing and non-UA-containing uroliths with the latest dual-energy (DE) computed tomography (CT) system equipped with a tin filter (TF) using various data acquisition parameters in a work bench model. Read more