Dual Source CT Imaging

This book provides an introduction to Dual Source Computed Tomography (DSCT) technology and to the basics of contrast media administration. This is followed by 25 in-depth clinical scan and contrast media injection protocols.

The introduction of Dual Source Computed Tomography (DSCT) in 2005 was an evolutionary leap in the field of CT imaging. Two x-ray sources operated simultaneously enable heart-rate independent temporal resolution and routine spiral dual energy imaging. The precise delivery of contrast media is a critical part of the contrast-enhanced CT procedure.

This book provides an introduction to DSCT technology and to the basics of contrast media administration followed by 25 in-depth clinical scan and contrast media injection protocols. All were developed in consensus by selected physicians on the Dual Source CT Expert Panel. Each protocol is complemented by individual considerations, tricks and pitfalls, and by clinical examples from several of the world's best radiologists and cardiologists.

This extensive CME-accredited manual is intended to help readers to achieve consistently high image quality, optimal patient care, and a solid starting point for the development of their own unique protocols.

Inhalt
Dual Source CT Technology.- Dual Source CT Technology.- Iodinated Contrast Media: New Perspectives with Dual Source CT.- Iodinated Contrast Media: New Perspectives with Dual Source CT.- Cardiovascular and Body Radiology DSCT Applications.- Cardiac: Coronary CT Angiography.- Cardiac: Coronary Stents.- Cardiac: Coronary CTA in Obese Patients.- Cardiac: Valvular Function.- Cardiac: Morphology.- Cardiac: Left / Right Ventricular Function.- Cardiac: Atrial Fibrillation / Arrhythmia.- Cardiac: Bypass Grafts.- Vascular: Extended Chest Pain Protocol.- Vascular: Pulmonary Veins.- Vascular: Aortic Runoff, Abdominal CTA.- Vascular: Renal CTA.- Vascular: Peripheral Runoff.- Vascular: Brain Perfusion.- Body: Obese Mode.- Dual Energy CT Applications.- Dual Energy: CTA of Head and Neck.- Dual Energy: CTA Aorta.- Dual Energy: CTA Runoff.- Dual Energy: CTA Lung Perfusion (PE).- Dual Energy: Virtual Non-Contrast.- Dual Energy: Characterization of Kidney Stone Composition.- Dual Energy: Urography.- Dual Energy: Vascular Plaque Removal/Detection.- Dual Energy: Tendons and Cartilage.- Dual Energy: Gout.