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An electronic reticle generator for use with CT scanners
Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography
|February 1, 1980
Summary
A new electronic device overlays a precise dot grid onto computed tomography (CT) images displayed on TV monitors. This simple tool requires no complex system integration, enhancing CT image analysis.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Image Processing
- Radiology
Background:
- Computed tomography (CT) imaging requires accurate spatial referencing for diagnosis.
- Displaying CT images on standard monitors can lack precise measurement capabilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a simple electronic device for superimposing a dot grid on CT images.
- To provide a tool for accurate spatial calibration of displayed CT images.
Main Methods:
- Development of a straightforward electronic device.
- Direct connection to the TV monitor's video cable.
- No additional system interconnections needed.
Main Results:
- The device successfully superimposes a dot grid of known spacing onto CT images.
- The device is easy to implement, connecting directly to the monitor.
Conclusions:
- This device offers a simple and effective method for adding spatial calibration to CT displays.
- It enhances the utility of standard TV monitors for viewing and analyzing CT scans.