Effects of reduced kVp and contrast volume on dose and image quality in canine abdominal CT | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Effects of reduced kVp and contrast volume on dose and image quality in canine abdominal CT
Key Points
The use of 100 kVp significantly reduced radiation output in canine abdominal CT scans, enhancing safety.
Iodine dose was also decreased while maintaining diagnostic image quality, making it a practical choice.
This assessment involved examining CT imaging protocols in dogs to determine the optimal settings.
The findings indicate that lower kVp settings may provide effective imaging with reduced exposure risks.
Abstract
In dogs, a 100 kVp protocol reduced radiation output and iodine dose while maintaining diagnostic image quality, supporting 100 kVp as a practical optimization strategy for clinical abdominal CT.