M Toepker1, H Ringl. 1. Abteilung für Allgemeine Radiologie und Kinderradiologie, Univ.-Klinik für Radiodiagnostik, Medizinische Universität Wien, Währinger Gürtel 18-20, A-1090, Wien, Österreich. michael.toepker@meduniwien.ac.at
Abstract
CLINICAL/METHODICAL ISSUE: The broad availability and use of multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) in recent years has increased the radiation dose for patients. STANDARD RADIOLOGICAL METHODS: Multiphase MDCT protocols are used in abdominal imaging for various indications. METHODICAL INNOVATIONS: Dose reduction though novel technologies, such as dual energy CT or adapted contrast injection protocols (split bolus etc.) for reduction of scans. PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS: An optimized dose reduction can be achieved by using strict protocols which are adapted to the clinical situation of the patient.
CLINICAL/METHODICAL ISSUE: The broad availability and use of multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) in recent years has increased the radiation dose for patients. STANDARD RADIOLOGICAL METHODS: Multiphase MDCT protocols are used in abdominal imaging for various indications. METHODICAL INNOVATIONS: Dose reduction though novel technologies, such as dual energy CT or adapted contrast injection protocols (split bolus etc.) for reduction of scans. PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS: An optimized dose reduction can be achieved by using strict protocols which are adapted to the clinical situation of the patient.
Authors: Michael Toepker; Thomas Moritz; Bernhard Krauss; Michael Weber; Gordon Euller; Thomas Mang; Florian Wolf; Christian J Herold; Helmut Ringl Journal: Eur J Radiol Date: 2012-01-10 Impact factor: 3.528
Authors: Anno Graser; Christoph R Becker; Michael Staehler; Dirk A Clevert; Michael Macari; Niko Arndt; Konstantin Nikolaou; Wieland Sommer; Christian Stief; Maximilian F Reiser; Thorsten R C Johnson Journal: Invest Radiol Date: 2010-07 Impact factor: 6.016
Authors: Gianluca Gatta; Graziella Di Grezia; Veronica Di Mizio; Cinzia Landolfi; Luigi Mansi; Ilario De Sio; Antonio Rotondo; Roberto Grassi Journal: Gastroenterol Res Pract Date: 2012-01-18 Impact factor: 2.260