title: Temporomandibular joint direct sagittal computed tomography: evaluation of image-processing modalities.
abstract: Computed tomography (CT) is a useful method for examination of the temporomandibular joint because it allows visualization of the articular disk. In computed tomography many factors play an important role in image reconstruction and image processing. The use of image-processing modalities (such as window variation and level detection) has far-reaching consequences on the display and interpretation of the direct sagittal CT image of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). In this study, the most important image reconstruction and processing factors were studied for use in the diagnosis of internal derangements and other disorders of the TMJ. Optimal values for the setting of the CT system for the different techniques are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Neuroradiology, University of Groningen, The Netherlands.
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: van der Kuijl
authors.forename: L M
authors.initials: LM
authors.lastname: Vencken
authors.forename: L G
authors.initials: LG
authors.lastname: de Bont
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Boering
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / Q000379:methods*; D011856:Radiographic Image Enhancement / Q000379:methods; D011857:Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted / Q000379:methods; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed / Q000379:methods*