Image quality comparison between model‐based iterative reconstruction and adaptive statistical iterative reconstruction chest computed tomography in cystic fibrosis patients

Abstract

Cystic fibrosis (CF) predominantly affects young adults. Accurate radiological assessment of pulmonary disease is vital for predicting exacerbations, one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality. We evaluated the image quality of model‐based iterative reconstruction (MBIR) ultra‐low‐dose CT chest (ULD‐CT) in CF evaluation.