Evaluating a calcium-aware kernel for CT CAC scoring with varying surrounding materials and heart rates: a dynamic phantom study.
Niels R van der WerfRonald BooijBernhard SchmidtThomas G FlohrTim LeinerJoël J de GroenDaniël BosRicardo P J BuddeMartin J WilleminkMarcel J W GreuterPublished in: European radiology (2021)
• A dedicated calcium-aware reconstruction kernel results in similar Agatston scores for CAC surrounded by fatty materials regardless of CAC density and heart rate. • Application of a dedicated calcium-aware reconstruction kernel allows for radiation dose reduction. • Mass scores determined with CT underestimated physical mass.