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Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-04 (R)
In a Radiology Department that solely cares for pediatric patients, transitioning from computed radiography (CR) to digital radiography (DR) was a challenge. The software for the DR system is designed for imaging adults and has limited pediatric processing features. In the CR system, technologists would manually adjust the imaging technique to child appropriate values based on a technique chart and the usage of a vast array of processing tools. With DR, these charts and processing tools became obsolete. In addition, for the DR wireless flat panel detector to process the image correctly, four percent of the surface area must be exposed to radiation; a challenge in pediatric imaging. Therefore in order to achieve significant reduction in radiation exposure with DR equipment, extensive staff education, algorithm and technique chart modification is required. Read More
Authors: Butler Nikki , Brinson Dana
Keywords: Radiation Reduction, Digital Radiography, Computed Radiography, Education, ALARA
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: SCI-002
Pneumomediastinum is a relatively common cause of hospitalization in the pediatric population. In this study, we evaluate the effect of chest CT on the management of spontaneous pneumomediastinum in the pediatric age group. If chest CT can be shown to have no significant effect on management, then radiation dose to the patient can be decreased. Read More
Authors: Albers Brittany
Keywords: pneumomediastinum, radiation reduction, best practices
Utilization of Ultra-low Dose Photon Counting CT Protocol for Pre-surgical Planning of Pectus Excavatum
Cao Joseph, Kuchibhatla Maragatha, Janos Sara, Gupta Ananya, Bache Steve, Solomon Justin, Kilpatrick Kayla, Fadell Michael, Gaca Ana, Maxfield Charles, Carrico Caroline
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: SCI-076
Pectus excavatum is the most common chest wall deformity, often causing psychosocial distress and cardiopulmonary issues when severe. The Haller Index (HI) obtained on CT remains the standard for assessing severity, despite its limitations and reproducibility on radiograph. Photon-counting detector CTs can reduce radiation dose while maintaining image quality. We hypothesize that significantly lowering radiation will not compromise presurgical evaluation of pectus excavatum. Read More
Authors: Cao Joseph , Kuchibhatla Maragatha , Janos Sara , Gupta Ananya , Bache Steve , Solomon Justin , Kilpatrick Kayla , Fadell Michael , Gaca Ana , Maxfield Charles , Carrico Caroline
Keywords: Chest Computed Tomography (CT), Surgical Planning, Radiation Reduction