- Explain what is dual-energy subtraction (DES) X-ray,
- Describe the limitations of the old DES techniques
- Describe how a single-exposure detector can overcome these limitations.
- Identify the specifics of dual-energy images interpretation.
- Describe the clinical benefits in the detection of several conditions such as small nodules identification, pneumonia, pneumothorax and coronary calcifications.
- Learn about current applications of dual-energy X-ray in chest imaging.
- Discuss the subtraction technique of bones from soft tissues and its importance in delineating lesions.
