Dual-energy CT applications in head and neck imaging

Publikation

Dual-energy CT applications in head and neck imaging

Wissenschaftlicher Artikel/Review - 01.11.2012

Vogl Thomas J, Schulz Boris, Bauer Ralf, Stöver Timo, Sader Robert, Tawfik Ahmed M

Zitation

Vogl T, Schulz B, Bauer R, Stöver T, Sader R, Tawfik A. Dual-energy CT applications in head and neck imaging. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2012; 199:S34-9.

Art

Wissenschaftlicher Artikel/Review (Englisch)

Zeitschrift

AJR Am J Roentgenol 2012; 199

Veröffentlichungsdatum

01.11.2012

eISSN (Online)

1546-3141

Seiten

S34-9

Kurzbeschreibung/Zielsetzung

OBJECTIVE
Dual-energy scanning is a breakthrough in CT technology that has several applications in chest and abdominal imaging. Dual-energy CT also has potential for head and neck imaging. This review describes the role of dual-energy CT in head and neck imaging.

CONCLUSION
As with other body regions, both image fusion and material characterization dual-energy applications can be used for head and neck imaging. Early results are promising, and further research is encouraged.