Focused helical appendiceal computed tomography: Technique and interpretation

作者: Patrick M. Rao , James T. Rhea , Robert A. Novelline

DOI: 10.1007/BF01461731

关键词: Interpretation (model theory)Computed tomography laser mammographyMedicineComputed tomography techniqueRadiologyComputed tomographicAppendicitis

摘要: This article reviews a focused helical appendiceal computed tomographic technique and discusses an approach to interpretation.

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