Effect of an Arm Traction Device on Image Quality and Radiation Exposure during Neck CT: A Prospective Study [HEAD & NECK]

CONCLUSIONS: An arm traction device can improve image quality and reduce radiation exposure during neck CT. The device can be simply applied in cooperative patients with suspected lower neck lesions, and the approach offers distinct advantages over the conventional imaging protocol.

http://www.ajnr.org/cgi/content/abstract/39/1/151?rss=1

Source: American Journal of Neuroradiology - January 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Choi, Y. J., Lee, J. H., Yoon, D. H., Kim, H. J., Seo, K. J., Do, K.- H., Baek, J. H. Tags: HEAD & amp; NECK Source Type: research