Computed tomography of the chest: I. Basic principles
2015; Elsevier BV; Volume: 15; Issue: 6 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1093/bjaceaccp/mku063
ISSN2058-5357
AutoresPaul S. Whiting, N Singatullina, JH Rosser,
Tópico(s)Radiology practices and education
ResumoThe conventional chest radiograph superimposes a three-dimensional image onto a two-dimensional surface, so limiting its clinical usefulness. Since its introduction in 1971, X-ray computed tomography (CT) has rapidly evolved into an essential diagnostic imaging tool that forms a cross-sectional image, avoiding the super-imposition of structures that occurs in conventional chest imaging, with a >10-fold increase in attenuation sensitivity. Although CT imaging is reported by radiologists, it is important for both anaesthetists and intensivists to be able to interpret the scans, as reporting facilities may not be immediately available.
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