Radiopaedia Helpers

En Dash

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"125 kV and 80–160 mAs"

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"field of view (FOV): 140–160 mm"

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"slice thickness: 0.625–1.0 mm"

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Colons

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"NB: This article aims to frame a general concept of a CT protocol for the assessment of the paranasal sinuses. Protocol specifics will vary depending on CT scanner type, specific hardware and software, radiologist and perhaps referrer preference, and patient factors, e.g. implants, specific indications."

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Strong

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"tube voltage and tube current"

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Acronyms

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"field of view (FOV): 140–160 mm"

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Headings Valid

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Expected headings

H1 Indications
H1 Contraindications
H1 Technique
H2 Patient position
H2 Scout
H2 Scan extent
H2 Scan direction
H2 Scan duration
H2 Contrast
H2 Scan delay
H1 Practical points
H1 Post-processing
H1 Related articles
H1 See also

"Purpose"

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"Practical aspects"

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Oxford Comma

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"NB: This article aims to frame a general concept of a CT protocol for the assessment of the paranasal sinuses. Protocol specifics will vary depending on CT scanner type, specific hardware and software, radiologist and perhaps referrer preference, and patient factors, e.g. implants, specific indications."

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"In neoplastic, inflammatory and infectious disorders, a CT scan of the paranasal sinuses is performed to demonstrate bony erosions, osteolytic lesions, and calcifications."

Line 24:7 · Use the Oxford comma in 'neoplastic, inflammatory and infectious'.

Inline EG

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"bone kernel (e.g. ≥4000 HU), soft tissue kernel (e.g. 150 to 400 HU)"

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