title: Artefacts found in computed radiography.
abstract: Artefacts on radiographic images are distracting and may compromise accurate diagnosis. Although most artefacts that occur in conventional radiography have become familiar, computed radiography (CR) systems produce artefacts that differ from those found in conventional radiography. We have encountered a variety of artefacts in CR images that were produced from four different models plate reader. These artefacts have been identified and traced to the imaging plate, plate reader, image processing software or laser printer or to operator error. Understanding the potential sources of CR artefacts will aid in identifying and resolving problems quickly and help prevent future occurrences.
authors.affiliation: Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Mayo Clinic and Foundation, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.
authors.forename: L J
authors.initials: LJ
authors.lastname: Cesar
authors.forename: B A
authors.initials: BA
authors.lastname: Schueler
authors.forename: F E
authors.initials: FE
authors.lastname: Zink
authors.forename: T R
authors.initials: TR
authors.lastname: Daly
authors.forename: J P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Taubel
authors.forename: L L
authors.initials: LL
authors.lastname: Jorgenson
mesh_terms: D016477:Artifacts; D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted; D011327:Printing; D011856:Radiographic Image Enhancement; D013679:Technology, Radiologic