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ReviewRadiologie (Heidelberg, Germany)2025

[Computed tomography of the chest in children : Indications, technical optimization, and future perspectives].

Eszter Nagy, Erich Sorantin, Sebastian Tschauner

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Review in Radiologie (Heidelberg, Germany), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Eszter NagyKlinische Abteilung für Kinderradiologie, Universitätsklinik für Radiologie, Auenbruggerplatz 34, 8036, Graz, Österreich.
Erich SorantinKlinische Abteilung für Kinderradiologie, Universitätsklinik für Radiologie, Auenbruggerplatz 34, 8036, Graz, Österreich.
Sebastian TschaunerKlinische Abteilung für Kinderradiologie, Universitätsklinik für Radiologie, Auenbruggerplatz 34, 8036, Graz, Österreich. sebastian.tschauner@medunigraz.at.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundComputed tomography (CT) of the chest is an indispensable tool in pediatric radiology, but it imposes particular challenges.

objectiveThis review article presents a practice-oriented approach to optimizing thoracic CT in children, from clinical indications to technical execution and new technologies. MATERIALS AND

methodsA critical review of relevant scientific publications and guidelines was performed.

resultsOptimizing pediatric chest CT requires strict indications, adaptation of scan parameters (especially tube voltage) to pediatric physiology, and the use of specific protocols (e.g., high resolution CT [HRCT], low-dose CT). Image reconstruction and postprocessing (maximum intensity projection [MIP], minimum intensity projection [MinIP], volume rendering technique [VRT]) are crucial for diagnosis. Dose monitoring using diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) and ADs is essential.w

conclusionRecent developments, particularly photon-counting CT, are discussed regarding their potential to improve image quality and reduce radiation exposure in the context of thoracic imaging.

Indexed as

Radiography, ThoracicTomography, X-Ray ComputedChildChild, PreschoolHumansInfantRadiation DosageALARAHigh resolution computed tomographyPediatric radiologyPhoton-counting computed tomographyRadiation Protection

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PMID41214339
PMCPMC12657575

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