Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Understanding digital X-ray problems in pets
By Jiménez, David A & Armbrust, Laura J·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2009·Department of Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Digital radiographic artifacts.
Plain-English summary
Digital X-rays can sometimes have problems that make it hard for veterinarians to see what they need to see. These issues, known as artifacts, can change how an area looks and can happen at different stages, like before the picture is taken, during the exposure, or when the images are being read. It's important for vets to recognize these artifacts so they don't misinterpret the images and can figure out how to fix the problems. Understanding these issues helps ensure that the digital images are clear and useful for diagnosing your pet's condition.
Abstract
Artifacts in radiography can be detrimental to interpretation by decreasing visualization or altering the appearance of an area of interest. Digital radiographs (DRs) have their own unique artifacts, and recognition of these artifacts is important to prevent misinterpretation and help identify the cause. A DR artifact can be categorized according to the step during which it was created. The major categories are preexposure, exposure, postexposure, reading, and workstation artifacts. Understanding the cause of artifacts and method of resolution is paramount in acquiring high-quality digital images.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19531395/