Date of Award
Fall 2005
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Electrical and Computer Engineering
First Advisor
Josse, Fabien
Second Advisor
Sabol, John M.
Third Advisor
Johnson, Michael T.
Abstract
Dual energy x-ray imaging is a technique that has been proven to enhance detectability of certain tissues by removing the undesired background clutter caused by contrasting tissues. This application takes advantage of the fact that different materials absorb different energy x-rays at rates proportional to their density and linear attenuation coefficient. Therefore, the make-up of the object of interest can be resolved by irradiating it with multiple x-ray spectrums and then digitizing the resultant detected values and applying mathematical algorithms. The possible combinations of energy spectrums, anatomic imaging tasks, and detector responses make parameter optimization difficult. While some optimization can be done experimentally, it becomes rapidly apparent that a mathematical model of dual-energy algorithms for use in the optimization of spectral input parameters for a given imaging task would be beneficial. This thesis describes the creation and validation of a spectral model for use in the simulation of a dual energy x-ray digital imaging system, with results that will be correlated to data obtained in a GE Healthcare Technologies Imaging Laboratory. The goal is to create a system, which will optimize the dual energy imaging technique with respect to dose, CNR, and energy separation. Furthermore, this paper describes the application of this model to the clinical task presented by Intravenous Urography, although the model will be applicable to other imaging applications.
Recommended Citation
Wheeldon, Samuel J., "A Model for Technique Optimization of Dual Energy X-Ray Digital Imaging with Application to Intravenous Urography" (2005). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 4316.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/4316