X-ray digital linear tomosynthesis imaging

Tsutomu Gomi, Hiroshi Hirano, Masahiro Nakajima, Tokuo Umeda
DOI: 10.4236/jbise.2011.46056                

Abstract

Aims: The purpose of this review includes the fol-lowing: 1) to identify indications for volumetric X-ray digital linear tomosynthesis by using a filtered back projection (FBP) algorithm and 2) to compare X-ray digital linear tomosynthesis, X-ray digital ra-diography, conventional tomography, and computed tomography. Review: The methods include the fol-lowing: 1) an overview of the tomosynthesis system in comparison with conventional X-ray imaging tech-nology; 2) an overview of the properties of diagnostic imaging for the chest, hip joint, and temporomandibular joint when imaging overlying structures and their effect of various artificial images; and 3) a review of each system. Summary: Tomosynthesis is worthy of further evaluation because of its flexibility and ability to suppress streak artifacts through an appropriate choice of an FBP algorithm. Tomosynthesis may be considered the imaging technique of choice for investigation of bone changes and detection of pulmonary nodules. Understanding the potential of tomosynthesis imaging will improve diagnostic accuracy in clinical applications.

Keywords

Tomosynthesis; Temporomandibular Joint;Arthroplasty; Pulmonary Nodules; Dual-Energy Subtraction

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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