Dual-energy CT applications in musculoskeletal disorders.
Br J Radiol
; 97(1156): 705-715, 2024 Mar 28.
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ABSTRACT
Dual-energy CT (DECT) is an exciting application in CT technology conferring many advantages over conventional single-energy CT at no additional with comparable radiation dose to the patient. Various emerging and increasingly established clinical DECT applications in musculoskeletal (MSK) imaging such as bone marrow oedema detection, metal artefact reduction, monosodium urate analysis, and collagen analysis for ligamentous, meniscal, and disc injuries are made possible through its advanced DECT post-processing capabilities. These provide superior information on tissue composition, artefact reduction and image optimization. Newer DECT applications to evaluate fat fraction for sarcopenia, Rho/Z application for soft tissue calcification differentiation, 3D rendering, and AI integration are being assessed for future use. In this article, we will discuss the established and developing applications of DECT in the setting of MSK radiology as well as the basic principles of DECT which facilitate them.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Enfermedades de la Médula Ósea
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Imagen Radiográfica por Emisión de Doble Fotón
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Enfermedades Musculoesqueléticas
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Humans
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En
Revista:
Br J Radiol
Año:
2024
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Article
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Reino Unido