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What is the primary benefit of using a contrast injection rate of 5 ml/sec for arterial phase imaging?
What is the primary benefit of using a contrast injection rate of 5 ml/sec for arterial phase imaging?
- It minimizes the total amount of contrast agent needed for the scan.
- It allows for a longer imaging window during the arterial phase.
- It reduces the risk of allergic reactions to the contrast agent.
- It delivers more contrast to the liver at a higher concentration when scanning begins. (correct)
Why is the timing of scanning considered important in contrast-enhanced imaging?
Why is the timing of scanning considered important in contrast-enhanced imaging?
- It directly impacts the quality of contrast enhancement achieved. (correct)
- It simplifies the post-processing of the acquired images.
- It reduces the overall radiation exposure to the patient.
- It ensures the patient's comfort throughout the procedure.
Assuming the same total dose of contrast agent, how does increasing the injection rate from 2.5 ml/sec to 5 ml/sec affect the arterial phase imaging of the liver?
Assuming the same total dose of contrast agent, how does increasing the injection rate from 2.5 ml/sec to 5 ml/sec affect the arterial phase imaging of the liver?
- It increases the risk of contrast-induced nephropathy.
- It prolongs the duration of the arterial phase, allowing for more images to be acquired.
- It improves contrast enhancement due to a higher concentration of contrast agent delivered to the liver. (correct)
- It decreases the concentration of contrast agent reaching the liver during the scanning window.
What is the relationship between contrast injection speed and the resultant image quality in arterial phase imaging?
What is the relationship between contrast injection speed and the resultant image quality in arterial phase imaging?
In arterial phase imaging, why is a contrast injection rate of 5 ml/sec preferred over a slower rate, such as 2.5 ml/sec?
In arterial phase imaging, why is a contrast injection rate of 5 ml/sec preferred over a slower rate, such as 2.5 ml/sec?
For a patient undergoing arterial phase imaging, if the contrast injection rate is reduced from 5 ml/sec to 2.5 ml/sec, what is the likely outcome regarding liver enhancement?
For a patient undergoing arterial phase imaging, if the contrast injection rate is reduced from 5 ml/sec to 2.5 ml/sec, what is the likely outcome regarding liver enhancement?
How does the concentration of contrast agent delivered to the liver during arterial phase imaging affect the visualization of hepatic structures?
How does the concentration of contrast agent delivered to the liver during arterial phase imaging affect the visualization of hepatic structures?
What adjustments might a radiologist consider if the arterial phase imaging of the liver shows suboptimal contrast enhancement despite using a standard contrast dose?
What adjustments might a radiologist consider if the arterial phase imaging of the liver shows suboptimal contrast enhancement despite using a standard contrast dose?
A patient with cirrhosis undergoes arterial phase imaging. Which contrast injection rate is likely to provide better diagnostic information and why?
A patient with cirrhosis undergoes arterial phase imaging. Which contrast injection rate is likely to provide better diagnostic information and why?
How does injecting contrast at 5 ml/sec contribute to improved lesion detection during arterial phase imaging of the liver, compared to 2.5 ml/sec?
How does injecting contrast at 5 ml/sec contribute to improved lesion detection during arterial phase imaging of the liver, compared to 2.5 ml/sec?
Flashcards
Timing of Scanning
Timing of Scanning
Refers to the period during which a patient is scanned after contrast injection, crucial for optimal image quality.
Contrast Injection Rate
Contrast Injection Rate
The speed at which contrast is injected, impacting the quality of arterial phase imaging.
Benefits of High Injection Rate
Benefits of High Injection Rate
A higher injection rate (5 ml/sec) delivers more contrast to the liver at a higher concentration when scanning begins.
Contrast Enhancement with Cirrhosis
Contrast Enhancement with Cirrhosis
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Study Notes
- Timing of scanning is important, but the speed of contrast injection is almost as important.
- For arterial phase imaging, an injection rate of 5 ml/sec yields the best results.
- Faster injection rates result in more contrast delivered to the liver when scanning begins.
- Contrast arrives in a higher concentration with faster injection rates.
- Cirrhosis patients examined after contrast injection at 2.5 ml/sec show less contrast enhancement than at 5 ml/sec.
- 5 ml/sec contrast injection leads to far better contrast enhancement.
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