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Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Radiological Physics

Background:

  • X-ray computed tomography (CT) systems traditionally use bowtie filters for fluence field modulation (FFM).
  • Existing FFM strategies face limitations in terms of design compactness, actuation requirements, and spectral neutrality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a novel FFM strategy using multiple aperture devices (MADs) in x-ray CT.
  • To demonstrate the feasibility of MAD filters for creating patient-specific fluence profiles and reducing radiation exposure.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a MAD filtration concept and design process for specific FFM patterns.
  • Fabricated MAD filters using tungsten laser sintering.
  • Integrated MAD filters into an x-ray CT test bench for characterization and phantom studies.
  • Acquired and reconstructed tomographic data using MAD-filtered beams.

Main Results:

  • MAD filters demonstrated spectrally neutral filtration and enabled fine-scale (0.1-1 mm) beam control.
  • The ability to flatten the fluence profile for a 32 cm acrylic phantom was successfully demonstrated.
  • Reconstructed tomographic data showed no artifacts attributable to the MAD filter.

Conclusions:

  • MAD-based FFM presents a promising approach for clinical CT systems.
  • This technology has the potential for patient-specific fluence field shaping and significant radiation dose reduction.