Electron Radiography for Army Medical Diagnostics.
Abstract
Electron radiography is a new process for providing roentgenograms useful in medical diagnostics. The images afford greater resolution and contrast latitude than attainable now with combinations of intensifying screens and films. Exposure and viewing procedures employed are the same as those used conventionally. The study was conducted to determine the precise nature of the Army's field x-ray system, to assess whether electron radiography could be applied practicably and advantageously to the system. Summary conclusions from the study are that: electron radiography possesses the imaging and operational characteristics which enable it to function as the field medical x-ray imaging system; replacing film systems with electron radiography will provide specific benefits to the operational and logistical field medical systems; use of electron radiography will extend field medical services by improving the functional adequacy of mobile x-ray equipment; and electron radiography may be integrated into Army field medicine without potential detriment to any procedural, operational, or logistical aspect of the field medical system. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 30, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0922403
Entities
People
- Edward J. Brisick
- William J. Hooker