Operating instructions

271
Shoulder
Hints
• For image reconstruction of soft tissue use kernel
B31s and a slice width of 5.0 mm.
• Use raw data to review a target region if necessary.
• Coronal and sagittal 2D planar reconstructions are
important for evaluation of the joint space & bursa
sacs in CT arthograms.
• 3D renderings are helpful for complex fractures &
dislocations.
For the 2
nd
reconstruction the Autoload into MPRthick
Range on the 3D Card is activated. The images will be
automatically loaded into 3D, MPRthick, and a coronal
MPRthick Range will pop up.
Please notice, if you are not satisfied with the Range
preset, adapt the parameters to your needs and link
them to the series.
Shoulder 2
nd
reconstr.
kV 120
Effective mAs 150
Rotation time 1.0 sec.
Slice collimation 0.75 mm
Slice width 5.0 mm 1.0 mm
Feed/Rotation 9.0 mm
Increment 5.0 mm 0.7 mm
Kernel B31s B60s
CTDI
Vol
11.7 mGy
Effective dose Male: 2.0 mSv
Female: 2.4 mSv