Technical advances in multi-slice computed tomography : dose assessment and clinical optimizations

Author(s):
Joemai, R.M.S.
Published
2012
Publication type
Doctoral Thesis

Abstract

The aim of this thesis was to develop, evaluate and implement technological advances in MDCT in clinical practice. Additionally dose assessment was performed to obtain more insight into the risk of radiation effects by using MDCT.

Radiation DoseMetal ArtifactsImage QualityComputed Tomography
Defense date
2012-06-12
Language
English
Supervisor(s)
Roos, A. de
Advisor(s)
Geleijns, J.; Kroft, L.J.M.
Qualification
Ph.D.
Degree granting institution
Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC), Leiden University, Leiden
hdl
1887/19075

Funding

Sponsorship
Toshiba Medical Systems