Digital radiography
What is Digital radiography?
Digital Radiography (DR) is a medical imaging technology that uses digital sensors to produce X-ray images of the body. DR is a modern, advanced form of traditional radiography, which uses X-ray film to capture images.
In DR, X-rays pass through the body and are detected by a digital sensor instead of a film. The digital sensor captures the X-ray information and sends it to a computer, which processes the data and creates a digital image that can be viewed on a monitor.
DR offers several advantages over traditional radiography, including:
- Lower radiation exposure: DR requires less radiation exposure than traditional radiography, making it safer for patients.
- Faster image processing: DR produces images much faster than traditional radiography, allowing medical professionals to make diagnoses more quickly.
- Enhanced image quality: DR produces high-quality images with improved contrast and clarity, making it easier for medical professionals to identify and diagnose medical conditions.
- Better storage and retrieval: Digital images produced by DR can be stored electronically and easily retrieved, making it easier for doctors to compare images over time and track the progression of medical conditions.
DR is used in a variety of medical applications, including diagnostic imaging, interventional radiology, and radiation therapy planning. It can be used to diagnose and monitor a range of medical conditions, including bone fractures, lung infections, heart disease, and cancer. DR is also used in dentistry, veterinary medicine, and industrial testing.
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