CT PELVIS (SOFT TISSUE) C+ (last updated 08/17/15, last reviewed 02/07/2022)
INDICATION: Pelvic pain, pelvic mass, pelvic abscess
SERIES
- 3mm Axial
- 3mm Coronal
- 3mm Sagittal
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POSITIONING/MODE
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supine/helical |
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kV/mA/rot time
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per scanner protocol CareDose/iDose/ASIR Care kV 120 to 140 kVp </= 1 sec |
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SLICE THICKNESS
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3mm |
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PITCH
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0.6 to 1.3 |
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KERNAL
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std |
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SFOV
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380 mm |
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COVERAGE
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2 cm above iliac crest -> pubic symphysis |
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ACQUISITION
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craniocaudal |
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ORAL CONTRAST
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yes |
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IV CONTRAST
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75 mL Isovue 300 followed by 30 mL saline |
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INJECTION RATE
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2.5 mL/sec |
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SCAN DELAY
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70 sec |
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RESPIRATION
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Inspiration |
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POSTPROCESSING
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3mm Coronal and Sagittal |