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[Display Performance of X-ray Image Output from DICOM-embedded Printer to Paper-based Hard Copy Print: Comparison
Daisuke Kidera1, Masashi Shimizu1, Tokitaka Ueno1
1Department of Radiological Technology, Fukuoka University Hospital.
Purpose:
We have been using a paper-based hard copy print (paper print) system of X-ray images, in which digital imaging and communications in medicine (DICOM) data can be directly output on papers from medical imaging systems or from a picture archiving and communication system (PACS) server, and they are utilized as patient referral materials or for preoperative planning. The purpose of this study was to compare the display performance of X-ray images on the printed paper and that on the liquid crystal display (LCD).
Methods:
We measured contrast response to verify consistency of image appearance on both display systems. The contrast resolution was assessed by a CDRAD phantom. The spatial resolution was assessed by an X-ray test chart.
Results:
The contrast response of the paper printer was not concordant with the grayscale standard display function (GSDF). The difference between the measured contrast response and the ideal GSDF on the paper was large in the high-density area. The low-contrast resolution on the paper was inferior to that on the LCD. The spatial resolving power on the paper was superior to that on the LCD.
Conclusion:
The display performance of the paper printer for X-ray images was clarified. X-ray images printed on the paper should be used carefully taking account of their characteristics of display performance.
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