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Software-annotated, digitally photographed, and printed MR images: suitability for publication
Ronald D Caruso1, Gregory C Postel, Carolyn S McDonald
1Department of Radiology, University of Louisville School of Medicine, KY 40292, USA.
Academic Radiology
|March 13, 2002
Summary
Digitally photographed and annotated magnetic resonance (MR) images, when printed affordably, meet publication standards. This method offers a cost-effective alternative for disseminating medical imaging research.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
- Digital Photography
Background:
- High-quality printing of medical images is crucial for publication.
- Traditional methods using professional graphics departments can be costly and time-consuming.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the suitability of digitally photographed and annotated MR images for publication.
- To evaluate the quality of images printed using inexpensive photo printers.
Main Methods:
- 20 brain MR images were digitally photographed and annotated using graphics software.
- Prints were produced using an inexpensive photo printer and compared to professional prints.
- Eight radiologists evaluated image and annotation quality.
Main Results:
- Images produced by radiologists using digital photography and inexpensive printers were rated higher than those from a professional graphics department.
- All evaluated categories showed superiority in the radiologist-produced images.
Conclusions:
- Digitally photographed and software-annotated MR images printed with affordable photo printers are suitable for publication.
- This technique provides a viable and cost-effective option for medical imaging dissemination.