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    • Biomedical Engineering

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    • Photon-counting CT (PCCT) offers improved spectral information compared to conventional CT.
    • Material decomposition techniques enable quantitative analysis of different materials in CT images.
    • Distinguishing between multiple contrast media (CM) simultaneously is a growing challenge in advanced imaging.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To validate a 3-material decomposition algorithm for differentiating iodine-based and tungsten-based CM from water.
    • To assess the in vivo performance of the algorithm using a commercial PCCT system.
    • To evaluate the generation of quantitative contrast maps, virtual noncontrast (VNC) images, and virtual monoenergetic images (VMI).

    Main Methods:

    • Six healthy rats were imaged with both iodine-based and tungsten-based CM administered orally and intravenously.
    • A 3-material decomposition algorithm was applied to PCCT data acquired at 4 energy thresholds.
    • Quantitative contrast maps, VNC maps, and VMI were generated to analyze CM distribution and characteristics.

    Main Results:

    • Iodine-based CM was exclusively detected in the iodine map, and tungsten-based CM in the tungsten map (P<0.001).
    • Virtual noncontrast (VNC) maps showed no enhancement from CM, suggesting potential for omitting pre-contrast scans.
    • Virtual monoenergetic images (VMI) demonstrated energy-dependent attenuation profiles, revealing the K-edge of tungsten.

    Conclusions:

    • PCCT combined with 3-material decomposition effectively delineates two distinct CM and water in vivo.
    • The technique accurately reproduced contrast dynamics in major vessels and intestines.
    • VNC maps and VMI show promise for enhanced diagnostic capabilities and workflow optimization in CT imaging.