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Title: Detecting Radiation-Induced Injury Using Rapid 3D Variogram Analysis of CT Images of Rat Lungs

Journal Article · · Academic Radiology, 20(10):1264-1271

A new heterogeneity analysis approach to discern radiation-induced lung damage was tested on CT images of irradiated rats. The method, combining octree decomposition with variogram analysis, demonstrated a significant correlation with radiation exposure levels, whereas conventional measurements and pulmonary function tests did not. The results suggest the new approach may be highly sensitive for assessing even subtle radiation-induced changes

Research Organization:
Pacific Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-76RL01830
OSTI ID:
1094911
Report Number(s):
PNNL-SA-93209
Journal Information:
Academic Radiology, 20(10):1264-1271, Journal Name: Academic Radiology, 20(10):1264-1271
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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