Routine use of precontrast and delayed acquisitions in abdominal CT: Time for change

Pamela T. Johnson; Elliot K. Fishman

doi:10.1007/s00261-012-9964-5

Routine use of precontrast and delayed acquisitions in abdominal CT: Time for change

Pamela T. Johnson, Elliot K. Fishman

School of Medicine

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Abstract

Objective: With major efforts being made to reduce radiation exposure in CT, one area of practice that requires additional improvement is limiting the number of acquisitions for body CT imaging. This review article defines best MDCT practice in terms of tailored abdominal CT protocols, designed to maximize lesion detection while limiting radiation exposure. Conclusions: The literature defines optimal acquisitions for a range of abdominal CT indications, with precontrast and delayed acquisitions being least commonly indicated.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	215-223
Number of pages	9
Journal	Abdominal Imaging
Volume	38
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-012-9964-5
State	Published - Apr 2013

Keywords

Abdomen
Computed tomography
IV contrast
Protocol
Technique

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Radiological and Ultrasound Technology
Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging
Gastroenterology
Urology

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