Optimal computed-tomographic techniques for cervical spine imaging
Journal Article
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· Radiology; (United States)
- Univ. of Wisconsin Health Science Center, Madison
The authors compare various techniques for optimal computed-tomographic imaging of the cervical spine and find that no single method is adequate for visualizing all anatomic structures. Thin sections are needed to obtain images of intervertebral disks, but thick sections are preferred to obtain images of the spinal cord. Spatial resolution is more important than contrast resolution when imaging the vertebrae. Small-body calibration is recommended for adequate cervical spine visualization, although some artifacts can be minimized when large-body calibration is used.
- OSTI ID:
- 6843784
- Journal Information:
- Radiology; (United States), Journal Name: Radiology; (United States) Vol. 144:1; ISSN RADLA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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