Evaluating "Optimal CNR" as a Preset Criteria for Nonlinear Moidal Blending of Dual Energy CT Data

D. R. Holmes, A. Apel, J. G. Fletcher, L. S. Guimaraes, C. E. Eusemann, R. A. Robb

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Abstract

Nonlinear blending of dual-energy CT data is available on current scanners. Selection of the blending parameters can be time-consuming and challenging. The purpose of this study was to determine if the Contrast-To-Noise Ratio (CNR) may be used ti automatic select of blending parameters. A Bovine liver was built with six syringes filled with varying concentrations of CT contrast yielding six 140kV HU levels the viewing parameters of nonlinearly blended dual energy CT data may provide consistency across radiologists and facilitate the clinical review process.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationMedical Imaging 2009
Subtitle of host publicationVisualization, Image-Guided Procedures, and Modeling
DOIs
StatePublished - 2009
EventMedical Imaging 2009: Biomedical Applications in Molecular, Structural, and Functional Imaging - Lake Buena Vista, FL, United States
Duration: Feb 8 2009Feb 10 2009

Publication series

NameProgress in Biomedical Optics and Imaging - Proceedings of SPIE
Volume7261
ISSN (Print)1605-7422

Other

OtherMedical Imaging 2009: Biomedical Applications in Molecular, Structural, and Functional Imaging
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLake Buena Vista, FL
Period2/8/092/10/09

Keywords

  • Contrast-to-noise ratio
  • Dual-Energy CT
  • Image visualization

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
  • Biomaterials
  • Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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