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Hepatic imaging with multidetector CT.

H Ji1, J D McTavish, K J Mortele

  • 1Department of Radiology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115, USA. hji@partners.org

Radiographics : a Review Publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc
|October 13, 2001
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Multidetector computed tomographic (CT) scanners offer faster imaging for liver conditions. This strategy optimizes scanning parameters for accurate diagnosis and staging of hepatic pathology.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Multidetector computed tomographic (CT) scanners enable faster data acquisition compared to previous technologies.
  • This advancement allows for scanning during multiple contrast enhancement phases and acquiring thin sections over large areas.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present an optimized imaging strategy for diagnosing and staging hepatic pathologic conditions using multidetector CT.
  • To guide users on mastering scanning parameters for optimal image quality in hepatic CT.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing narrow collimation and adjustable pitch for comprehensive liver coverage.
  • Employing water as an oral contrast agent for non-axial reconstructions to prevent image degradation.
  • Implementing a triple-pass technique with specific scanning delays tailored to contrast injection strategies.

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Main Results:

  • The strategy facilitates high z-axis resolution multiplanar reconstructions.
  • It enables detailed visualization of arterial, parenchymal, and portal venous phases of hepatic enhancement.
  • Optimized parameters ensure high-quality imaging for accurate hepatic CT interpretation.

Conclusions:

  • Multidetector CT provides a powerful tool for hepatic pathology diagnosis and staging.
  • Mastery of scanning parameters, including collimation, pitch, reconstruction interval, oral contrast, and scanning delays, is crucial.
  • The proposed triple-pass technique is recommended for comprehensive hepatic CT evaluation.