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What is the major shortcoming of radiography mentioned in the text?
What is the major shortcoming of radiography mentioned in the text?
- Difficulty distinguishing structures of similar density (correct)
- Inability to capture images of tumors
- Quantitative rather than qualitative nature
- Lack of clarity in differentiating bone from soft tissue
How does conventional tomography attempt to address the problem of superimposition in radiography?
How does conventional tomography attempt to address the problem of superimposition in radiography?
- By blurring unwanted sections while keeping the desired layer in focus (correct)
- By moving the X-ray tube and film in the same direction
- By using a higher radiation dosage
- By keeping all structures above and below the focused section
What distinguishes conventional tomography from CT imaging?
What distinguishes conventional tomography from CT imaging?
- Motion of the X-ray tube and film (correct)
- Image quality
- Use of different types of radiation
- Cost
Why is distinguishing between homogeneous and heterogeneous objects a challenge in radiography?
Why is distinguishing between homogeneous and heterogeneous objects a challenge in radiography?
What is the primary goal of tomography?
What is the primary goal of tomography?
What is a significant limitation of radiography and tomography, as mentioned in the text?
What is a significant limitation of radiography and tomography, as mentioned in the text?
How does CT imaging differ from conventional radiography, based on the information provided?
How does CT imaging differ from conventional radiography, based on the information provided?
What is a key advantage of digital imaging modalities, like CT, over traditional radiographic film-screen combinations?
What is a key advantage of digital imaging modalities, like CT, over traditional radiographic film-screen combinations?
How is a CT scan beneficial for treatment planning purposes, as detailed in the text?
How is a CT scan beneficial for treatment planning purposes, as detailed in the text?
What is the technique used to generate a three-dimensional image for CT scans?
What is the technique used to generate a three-dimensional image for CT scans?
What is a drawback associated with conventional CT scanners, as described in the text?
What is a drawback associated with conventional CT scanners, as described in the text?
Why does the text mention that only 1-2 seconds are spent on data acquisition during scanning with conventional CT scanners?
Why does the text mention that only 1-2 seconds are spent on data acquisition during scanning with conventional CT scanners?
What role do cables play in the functioning of conventional CT scanners, based on the information provided?
What role do cables play in the functioning of conventional CT scanners, based on the information provided?
What is the main reason for the poor temporal resolution in conventional CT scanners, as mentioned in the text?
What is the main reason for the poor temporal resolution in conventional CT scanners, as mentioned in the text?
How does the patient's position typically change during a scan with conventional CT scanners?
How does the patient's position typically change during a scan with conventional CT scanners?
What is the primary reason for the time-consuming nature of conventional CT scanning?
What is the primary reason for the time-consuming nature of conventional CT scanning?
What contributes to the poor temporal resolution in conventional CT scanners according to the text?
What contributes to the poor temporal resolution in conventional CT scanners according to the text?
Why does the text highlight the time spent on data acquisition during conventional CT scanning?
Why does the text highlight the time spent on data acquisition during conventional CT scanning?
Which component plays a significant role in the rotation of conventional CT scanners, affecting the overall procedure time?
Which component plays a significant role in the rotation of conventional CT scanners, affecting the overall procedure time?
How do the cables on a drum contribute to the overall efficiency of conventional CT scanning?
How do the cables on a drum contribute to the overall efficiency of conventional CT scanning?
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