Urologic applications of multiplanar and three-dimensional computed tomography.
The introduction of helical computed tomography (CT) has resulted in improved quality of multiplanar reformations and three-dimensional reconstructions in the chest and abdomen and has made CT angiography a clinical reality. These imaging techniques are useful for evaluating the urinary tract, adding a new dimension to its display, resulting in improved diagnosis of renal and perirenal disease. This article reviews the indications and techniques utilized for multiplanar and three-dimensional CT for urology. The advantages and limitations are discussed, and normal and pathologic findings in the urinary tract illustrated.
Olson
M C
MC
Department of Radiology, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois 60153, USA.
Posniak
H V
HV
D000792:Angiography / Q000379:methods; D003287:Contrast Media; D003626:Data Display; D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted; D007674:Kidney Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D011856:Radiographic Image Enhancement / Q000379:methods*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed / Q000379:methods*; D014567:Urography / Q000379:methods*; D014570:Urologic Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging
D003287:Contrast Media