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CT scanner selection and specification for radiation therapy
Author(s) -
Kelsey C. A.,
Berardo P. A.,
Smith A. R.,
Kligerman M. M.
Publication year - 1980
Publication title -
medical physics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.473
H-Index - 180
eISSN - 2473-4209
pISSN - 0094-2405
DOI - 10.1118/1.594719
Subject(s) - scanner , computer science , medical physics , dosimetry , radiation therapy , quality (philosophy) , reliability engineering , artificial intelligence , nuclear medicine , engineering , medicine , radiology , physics , quantum mechanics
The underlying considerations necessary for selecting a CT scanner for radiation therapy treatment planning are analyzed and discussed. To obtain best value for funds expended it is desirable to compare CT scanner mechanical characteristics, data quality, and data handling capabilities. Specifications can be written to ensure prompt delivery of a unit containing all essential features without adding to the cost or complexity of the unit.