How to Incorporate Dual-Energy Computed Tomography Into Your Neuroradiology Practice: Questions and Answers

J Comput Assist Tomogr. 2018 Nov/Dec;42(6):824-830. doi: 10.1097/RCT.0000000000000810.

Abstract

Dual-energy computed tomography (DECT) has many current and evolving applications in neuroradiology including material decomposition, improving conspicuity of iodinated contrast enhancement, and artifact reduction. However, there are multiple challenges in incorporating DECT into practice including hardware selection, postprocessing software requirements, technologist and physician training, and numerous workflow issues. This article reviews in a question-and-answer format common issues that arise when incorporating DECT into a busy neuroradiology practice.

MeSH terms

  • Clinical Competence
  • Decision Making
  • Humans
  • Neuroimaging / methods*
  • Practice Management, Medical*
  • Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted
  • Radiography, Dual-Energy Scanned Projection / statistics & numerical data*
  • Software
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / statistics & numerical data*
  • Workflow