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Artifacts in chest radiographs with a third-generation computed radiography system

J P Volpe1, M L Storto, K P Andriole

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of California, San Francisco, 94143-0628, USA.

AJR. American Journal of Roentgenology
|March 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Photostimulable phosphor computed radiography (CR) systems are becoming more common. This guide explains common image artifacts in third-generation CR systems, covering their appearance and causes related to imaging plates, readers, and processing.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiologic Technology
  • Medical Imaging Physics

Background:

  • Photostimulable phosphor computed radiography (CR) is an evolving digital imaging technology.
  • CR systems are increasingly adopted in clinical settings for radiography.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To familiarize readers with the appearance and causes of image artifacts in third-generation CR systems.
  • To provide a pictorial overview of common artifacts encountered in CR imaging.

Main Methods:

  • The study describes artifacts related to specific components of the CR system.
  • Artifacts are categorized based on their origin: imaging plates, image readers, image processing, and film processing.

Main Results:

  • Common artifacts encountered in third-generation CR systems are detailed.

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  • The visual characteristics and underlying causes of these artifacts are explained.

    • Conclusions:

    • Understanding CR artifacts is crucial for accurate image interpretation.
    • Proper identification and management of artifacts enhance diagnostic quality in computed radiography.