Ultra-high-resolution photon-counting CT: "Plus Ultra" in lung imaging?
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| Title: | Ultra-high-resolution photon-counting CT: "Plus Ultra" in lung imaging? |
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| Authors: | Milos, Ruxandra-Iulia1 (AUTHOR) ruxandra-iulia.milos@meduniwien.ac.at |
| Source: | European Radiology. Mar2024, Vol. 34 Issue 3, p1893-1894. 2p. |
| Subjects: | Photon emission, Lungs, Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, Electronic noise, Image quality analysis |
| Abstract: | The article discusses the potential benefits of ultra-high-resolution photon-counting CT (UHR-PCCT) for imaging the lungs. UHR-PCCT has been shown to improve the visualization of lung structures and pathologies compared to conventional high-resolution CT (HRCT), while also reducing radiation dose. A recent study compared the image quality of UHR-PCCT and HRCT and found that UHR-PCCT showed superior visibility for most tested structures. However, there was no significant impact on diagnostic interpretation between the two techniques. The study suggests that UHR-PCCT should be adopted in clinical practice for lung imaging, but further research is needed to fully explore its potential benefits. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article discusses the potential benefits of ultra-high-resolution photon-counting CT (UHR-PCCT) for imaging the lungs. UHR-PCCT has been shown to improve the visualization of lung structures and pathologies compared to conventional high-resolution CT (HRCT), while also reducing radiation dose. A recent study compared the image quality of UHR-PCCT and HRCT and found that UHR-PCCT showed superior visibility for most tested structures. However, there was no significant impact on diagnostic interpretation between the two techniques. The study suggests that UHR-PCCT should be adopted in clinical practice for lung imaging, but further research is needed to fully explore its potential benefits. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 09387994 |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s00330-023-10201-5 |
