Digital volume tomography (DVT) is an advanced imaging technique for 3-dimensional visualisation of the bone that has been developed in recent decades and found its beginnings in medical diagnostics, particularly in dentistry and oral surgery. For some years now, CBCT has been increasingly used for radiological imaging of the arms and legs.
The beginnings of CBCT go back to the further development of computer tomography (CT), which was developed in the 1970s. CT made it possible for the first time to create cross-sectional images of the body using a large number of X-rays from different angles. By combining these sectional images, a three-dimensional image volume of the examined object could be reconstructed. This was a significant advance in the diagnosis of a wide range of diseases.
DVT offers several advantages over conventional computer tomography and conventional X-ray techniques. The most important advantages include
Lower radiation exposure: Compared to CT, DVT requires a lower dose of radiation, which reduces the health risks to the patient. Meanwhile, the radiation exposure with DVT is insignificantly higher compared to conventional X-ray imaging of joints in the arms or legs.
Higher image quality: DVT produces high-resolution 3D images that enable better visualisation and diagnosis.
Faster and less complicated image acquisition: DVT requires less time for imaging, as the patient can remain directly in the practice without having to visit a radiologist with a CT scanner.
Better visualisation of soft tissue: Compared to conventional X-ray techniques, DVT offers improved visualisation of soft tissue structures, which is an advantage for certain diagnoses.
Imaging under weight-bearing: Imaging under weight-bearing is particularly important for diagnosing certain diseases of the foot and knee joint. During the CBCT scan, the patient can or should put full weight on the leg under examination in order to visualise malpositions or ligament weaknesses.
Overall, DVT has made significant progress in medical imaging and its widespread use in orthopaedics emphasises its growing importance in modern medical diagnostics. Thanks to its precise and comprehensive 3D images, DVT enables more accurate and faster diagnosis, treatment planning and ultimately better results for patients.
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