Digital radiography
Digital Radiography
Digital Radiography (pronunciation: /ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˌreɪdɪˈɒɡrəfi/) is a form of X-ray imaging, where digital X-ray sensors are used instead of traditional photographic film.
Etymology
The term "Digital Radiography" is derived from the words "digital", which refers to data in the form of numerical digits, and "radiography", which is the use of radiation to view the internal structure of an object.
Definition
Digital Radiography is a type of medical imaging that uses digital detectors to capture and present images of the internal structures of the body. Unlike traditional radiography, it does not require the use of photographic film. Instead, it uses a digital image capture device to record the X-rays that pass through the patient's body and convert them into digital images.
Advantages
Digital Radiography has several advantages over traditional radiography. These include the ability to immediately view the images, the ability to enhance the images for better diagnosis, and the ability to easily store and retrieve images. It also reduces the amount of radiation exposure to the patient.
Related Terms
- Computed Radiography: A type of digital radiography that uses a special type of imaging plate to capture the X-ray image.
- Direct Digital Radiography: A type of digital radiography that uses a flat panel detector to directly capture the X-ray image.
- PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System): A medical imaging technology used for storing, retrieving, and sharing images produced by various medical hardware modalities.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Digital radiography
- Wikipedia's article - Digital radiography
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