Comparison of image quality between spectral photon-counting CT and dual-layer CT for the evaluation of lung nodules: a phantom study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00330-021-08103-5
Abstract: To evaluate the image quality (IQ) of a spectral photon-counting CT (SPCCT) using filtered back projection (FBP) and hybrid iterative reconstruction (IR) algorithms (iDose4), in comparison with a dual-layer CT (DLCT) system, and to choose… read more here.
Keywords: image; lung nodules; lung; photon counting ... See more keywords
Contactless parametric characterization of bandgap engineering in p-type FinFETs using spectral photon emission
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DOI: 10.1016/j.microrel.2018.11.008
Abstract: Abstract In the last decade it has become increasingly popular to use germanium enriched silicon in modern field effect transistors (FET) due to the higher intrinsic mobility of both holes and electrons in SiGe as… read more here.
Keywords: photon emission; bandgap; spectral photon; type finfets ... See more keywords
Assessment of candidate elements for development of spectral photon-counting CT specific contrast agents
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-30570-y
Abstract: Spectral photon-counting computed tomography (SPCCT) is a rapidly emerging imaging modality that provides energy-dependent information on individual x-ray photons, leading to accurate material decomposition and simultaneous quantification of multiple contrast generating materials. Development of SPCCT-specific… read more here.
Keywords: contrast agents; contrast; development; photon counting ... See more keywords
Feasibility of improving vascular imaging in the presence of metallic stents using spectral photon counting CT and K-edge imaging
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-56427-6
Abstract: Correct visualization of the vascular lumen is impaired in standard computed tomography (CT) because of blooming artifacts, increase of apparent size, induced by metallic stents and vascular calcifications. Recently, due to the introduction of photon-counting… read more here.
Keywords: photon; improving vascular; feasibility; metallic stents ... See more keywords
Iodinated polymer nanoparticles as contrast agent for spectral photon counting computed tomography.
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DOI: 10.1039/d0bm01046d
Abstract: Suspensions of iodinated polymer nanoparticles are evaluated as contrast agent for Computed Tomography (CT) and Spectral Photon Counting Computed Tomography (SPCCT). Iodine containing moieties are grafted to poly(vinyl alcohol) by means of a covalent ester… read more here.
Keywords: computed tomography; iodinated polymer; contrast agent; polymer nanoparticles ... See more keywords
First Experience With a Whole-Body Spectral Photon-Counting CT Clinical Prototype.
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DOI: 10.1097/rli.0000000000000965
Abstract: ABSTRACT Spectral photon-counting computed tomography (SPCCT) technology holds great promise for becoming the next generation of computed tomography (CT) systems. Its technical characteristics have many advantages over conventional CT imaging. For example, SPCCT provides better… read more here.
Keywords: clinical prototype; whole body; spectral photon; spcct ... See more keywords
One-step iterative reconstruction approach based on eigentissue decomposition for spectral photon-counting computed tomography
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DOI: 10.1117/1.jmi.9.4.044003
Abstract: Abstract. Purpose: We propose a one-step tissue characterization method for spectral photon-counting computed tomography (SPCCT) using eigentissue decomposition (ETD), tailored for highly accurate human tissue characterization in radiotherapy. Methods: The approach combines a Poisson likelihood,… read more here.
Keywords: two step; step; one step; spectral photon ... See more keywords
Simultaneous dual-contrast multi-phase liver imaging using spectral photon-counting computed tomography: a proof-of-concept study
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DOI: 10.1186/s41747-017-0030-5
Abstract: BackgroundTo assess the feasibility of dual-contrast spectral photon-counting computed tomography (SPCCT) for liver imaging.MethodsWe present an SPCCT in-silico study for simultaneous mapping of the complementary distribution in the liver of two contrast agents (CAs) subsequently… read more here.
Keywords: contrast; liver; counting computed; dual contrast ... See more keywords
Spectral Photon-Counting CT Imaging of Gold Nanoparticle Labelled Monocytes for Detection of Atherosclerosis: A Preclinical Study
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DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13030499
Abstract: A key process in the development of atherosclerotic plaques is the recruitment of monocytes into the artery wall. Using spectral photon-counting computed tomography we examine whether monocyte deposition within the artery wall of ApoE-/- mouse… read more here.
Keywords: spectral photon; microscopy; mouse; gold ... See more keywords