Optimization of Technique Factors for Conventional Mammography
Abstract
This final report presents progress achieved during a three and one-half year postdoctoral research project to determine the optimum technique factors for screen-film mammography. This work project has analyzed the effects of mammography film, processing conditions, and technique factor selection (target-filtration, kvp, and resultant film optical densities) on image contrast and low-contrast lesion detection. New methods of evaluating film, processing, and technique factors were developed, leading to new quality control tests and a simple set of rules for optimizing technique factors in screen-film mammography. These rules were applied to approximately two dozen clinical sites involved in the Colorado Mammography Advocacy Project (CMAP). Improved technique factors were recommended and the resulting improvement in image quality at CMAP sites has been evaluated.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA349502
Entities
People
- R. E. Hendrick
Organizations
- University of Colorado Health