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World J Radiol. Jul 28, 2014; 6(7): 409-416
Published online Jul 28, 2014. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v6.i7.409
Published online Jul 28, 2014. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v6.i7.409
Scan position | Umbilicus. Scan around the level of L4 to avoid the kidney and/or the ilium in view. Take 3-5 slices in comparative scans after weight reduction |
Tube voltage | 120 kVp |
Tube current | Preferred AEC. SD 8-10 |
Slice thickness | 5-10 mm |
FOV | Include whole circumference of the abdominal without deficiency |
Respiratory phase | Late expiration |
Reconstruction conditions | Displaying conditions common for plain CT scan of the abdomen |
- Citation: Ryo M, Kishida K, Nakamura T, Yoshizumi T, Funahashi T, Shimomura I. Clinical significance of visceral adiposity assessed by computed tomography: A Japanese perspective. World J Radiol 2014; 6(7): 409-416
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1949-8470/full/v6/i7/409.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4329/wjr.v6.i7.409