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What is the primary mechanism used by Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to produce images of internal structures?
What is the purpose of image registration in medical imaging?
Which type of radiation is used in Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) imaging?
What is the primary purpose of radiation protection in medical imaging?
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Medical Imaging
Modalities
- X-ray: uses X-rays to produce images of internal structures
- Computed Tomography (CT): uses X-rays and computer algorithms to produce cross-sectional images
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of internal structures
- Ultrasound: uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of internal structures
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET): uses small amounts of radioactive material to produce images of metabolic activity
- Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT): uses small amounts of radioactive material to produce images of internal structures
Image Reconstruction
- Direct reconstruction: directly reconstructs an image from raw data
- Indirect reconstruction: reconstructs an image from intermediate data
- Reconstruction algorithms: examples include filtered backprojection, iterative reconstruction, and model-based reconstruction
Image Processing
- Image filtering: applies mathematical filters to enhance or remove features from an image
- Image registration: aligns multiple images to a common coordinate system
- Image segmentation: separates an image into distinct regions or features
- Image analysis: extracts quantitative information from an image
Radiation Safety
- Ionizing radiation: X-rays, gamma rays, and other forms of electromagnetic radiation that can cause DNA damage
- Radiation exposure: measured in Sieverts (Sv) or Rems (R)
- Radiation protection: uses shielding, distance, and time to minimize radiation exposure
- Radiation safety regulations: vary by country and region, but aim to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff
Medical Imaging Applications
- Diagnostic imaging: uses medical imaging to diagnose and monitor diseases
- Interventional imaging: uses medical imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures
- Radiation therapy: uses medical imaging to plan and deliver radiation treatment
- Research: uses medical imaging to study the underlying biology of diseases and develop new treatments
Medical Imaging
Modalities
- X-ray modality uses X-rays to produce images of internal structures
- Computed Tomography (CT) modality uses X-rays and computer algorithms to produce cross-sectional images
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) modality uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of internal structures
- Ultrasound modality uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of internal structures
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET) modality uses small amounts of radioactive material to produce images of metabolic activity
- Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) modality uses small amounts of radioactive material to produce images of internal structures
Image Reconstruction
- Direct reconstruction reconstructs an image from raw data
- Indirect reconstruction reconstructs an image from intermediate data
- Filtered backprojection, iterative reconstruction, and model-based reconstruction are examples of reconstruction algorithms
Image Processing
- Image filtering applies mathematical filters to enhance or remove features from an image
- Image registration aligns multiple images to a common coordinate system
- Image segmentation separates an image into distinct regions or features
- Image analysis extracts quantitative information from an image
Radiation Safety
- Ionizing radiation includes X-rays, gamma rays, and other forms of electromagnetic radiation that can cause DNA damage
- Radiation exposure is measured in Sieverts (Sv) or Rems (R)
- Radiation protection uses shielding, distance, and time to minimize radiation exposure
- Radiation safety regulations vary by country and region, but aim to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff
Medical Imaging Applications
- Diagnostic imaging uses medical imaging to diagnose and monitor diseases
- Interventional imaging uses medical imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures
- Radiation therapy uses medical imaging to plan and deliver radiation treatment
- Research uses medical imaging to study the underlying biology of diseases and develop new treatments
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Learn about different medical imaging modalities, including X-ray, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and PET scans. Understand the principles and applications of each modality.