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Emerging clinical applications of computed tomography
Carlo Liguori1, Giulia Frauenfelder2, Carlo Massaroni3
1Radiology Unit, AORN A Cardarelli, Naples, Italy.
X-ray computed tomography (CT) is rapidly advancing with new technologies and clinical uses. This review covers CT physics, components, and promising applications for safe and effective patient care.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging Physics
- Radiology
Background:
- X-ray computed tomography (CT) is undergoing significant technological advancements.
- New clinical applications are expanding the utility of CT in healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the fundamental physics and components of X-ray CT.
- To explore recent and emerging clinical applications of CT technology.
Main Methods:
- Review of essential X-ray CT physics principles.
- Analysis of major CT system components.
- Survey of current and potential CT applications.
Main Results:
- Detailed explanation of CT physics and hardware.
- Discussion of applications including CT-guided procedures, thermometry, photon-counting, PET-CT, ultrafast scanning, and dual-energy CT.
- Highlighting the potential of these advancements.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive understanding of CT physics and emerging applications is crucial.
- These advancements enable safer and more effective clinical use of CT.
- CT technology continues to evolve for diverse medical needs.
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