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Three-dimensional visualization of shunt valves with photon counting CT and comparison to traditional X-ray in a simple phantom model

This study introduces an application of innovative medical technology, Photon Counting Computer Tomography (PC CT) with novel detectors, for the assessment of shunt valves. PC CT technology offers enhanced visualization capabilities, especially for small structures, and opens up new possibilities fo...

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Main Authors: Klempka, Anna (Author) , Clausen, Sven (Author) , Soltane, Mohamed Ilyes (Author) , Ackermann, Eduardo (Author) , Groden, Christoph (Author)
Format: Article (Journal)
Language:English
Published: 2024
In: Tomography
Year: 2024, Volume: 10, Issue: 4, Pages: 543-553
ISSN:2379-139X
DOI:10.3390/tomography10040043
Online Access:Verlag, kostenfrei, Volltext: https://doi.org/10.3390/tomography10040043
Verlag, kostenfrei, Volltext: https://www.mdpi.com/2379-139X/10/4/43
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Author Notes:Anna Klempka, Sven Clausen, Mohamed Ilyes Soltane, Eduardo Ackermann and Christoph Groden
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Summary:This study introduces an application of innovative medical technology, Photon Counting Computer Tomography (PC CT) with novel detectors, for the assessment of shunt valves. PC CT technology offers enhanced visualization capabilities, especially for small structures, and opens up new possibilities for detailed three-dimensional imaging. Shunt valves are implanted under the skin and redirect excess cerebrospinal fluid, for example, to the abdominal cavity through a catheter. They play a vital role in regulating cerebrospinal fluid drainage in various pathologies, which can lead to hydrocephalus. Accurate imaging of shunt valves is essential to assess the rate of drainage, as their precise adjustment is a requirement for optimal patient care. This study focused on two adjustable shunt valves, the proGAV 2.0® and M. blue® (manufactured by Miethke, Potsdam, Germany). A comprehensive comparative analysis of PC CT and traditional X-ray techniques was conducted to explore this cutting-edge technology and it demonstrated that routine PC CT can efficiently assess shunt valves’ adjustments. This technology shows promise in enhancing the accurate management of shunt valves used in settings where head scans are already frequently required, such as in the treatment of hydrocephalus.
Item Description:Online veröffentlicht: 12. April 2024
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Physical Description:Online Resource
ISSN:2379-139X
DOI:10.3390/tomography10040043

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