New CBCT Indications in Musculoskeletal Imaging

Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) has become increasingly important as a low-radiation imaging technique with high resolution. The current new generation CBCT ’s aim to optimize the benefits of CBCT while limiting the traditional disadvantages with features such as a larger gantry, higher tube voltage and a moveable table. Very promising is the current development of dual energy CBCT for detecting bone marrow edema, a better soft tissue visualization an d reduction of beam hardening artifact. implementation of iterative reconstructions and artificial intelligence in high-end CBCT is a potential tool in a further very substantial dose reduction. Published on 2021-11-19 10:49:50
Source: Journal of the Belgian Society of Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research