[Multislice computed tomography in clinical practice]

This paper presents our first experience with multislice computed tomography emphasizing our technical protocols. Between November 1999 and October 2000, 8086 multislice computed tomographic examinations were performed. The choice in collimation, pitch, slice width and increment, multiplanar reconstructions and contrast enhancement were adapted to provide high resolution in the Z axis, high speed acquisitions and low exposure to the patient. Filming and archiving parameters are also detailed. Multislice CT provides excellent 3D imaging with high speed acquisitions and lower doses than previously reported with single slice CT.