Deep learning-based forward and cross-scatter correction in dual-source CT.

Journal: Medical physics
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Abstract

PURPOSE: Dual-source computed tomography (DSCT) uses two source-detector pairs offset by about 90°. In addition to the well-known forward scatter, a special issue in DSCT is cross-scattered radiation from X-ray tube A detected in the detector of system B and vice versa. This effect can lead to artifacts and reduction of the contrast-to-noise ratio of the images. The purpose of this work is to present and evaluate different deep learning-based methods for scatter correction in DSCT.

Authors

  • Julien Erath
    German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany.
  • Tim Vöth
    Division of X-Ray Imaging and Computed Tomography, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany.
  • Joscha Maier
    German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany.
  • Eric Fournié
    Siemens Healthineers, Forchheim, Germany.
  • Martin Petersilka
    Computed Tomography Division, Siemens Healthcare, Forchheim, Germany.
  • Karl Stierstorfer
    Siemens Healthineers, Forchheim, Germany.
  • Marc Kachelrieß
    German Cancer Research Center, Heidelberg, 69120, Germany.