How to interpret an unenhanced CT Brain scan. Part 1: Basic principles of Computed Tomography and relevant neuroanatomy

The aim of this article is to: Cover the basics of Computed Tomography (CT) Brain imaging. Review relevant CT neuroanatomy. A CT image is produced by firing x-rays at a moving object which is then detected by an array of rotating detectors (Figure 1). The detected x-rays are then converted int...

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Main Authors: Thomas Osborne, Christine Tang, Kivraj Sabarwal, Vineet Prakash
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: South Sudan Doctors' Association 2016-08-01
Series:South Sudan Medical Journal
Online Access:http://www.southsudanmedicaljournal.com/archive/august-2016/how-to-interpret-an-unenhanced-ct-brain-scan.-part-1-basic-principles-of-computed-tomography-and-relevant-neuroanatomy.html