The 3-dimensional image was excellent as a result of the fast scanning and narrow collimation using multidetector computed tomography (CT); and the parallel escalation in the capabilities of the workstation allow the use of CT angiography/CT cholangiography image fusion. We demonstrated the feasibility of fusion images of the hepatobiliary system. We believe that fusion images are extremely valuable for applications such as preoperative planning for hepatic and bile duct resection.
Computed tomographic (CT) scanning remains the most commonly used technique for imaging patients with suspected hepatobiliary abnormalities. The latest developments in multidetector CT (MDCT) technology provide rapidly acquired multiphase data sets during each phase of maximum vascular and parenchymal enhancement, allowing for the acquisition of continuous raw data for a detailed reconstruction of high-resolution 3-dimensional images.12 Recently, the workstation allows the use of CT angiography/ CT cholangiography image fusion. High-resolution fusion image is a most powerful tool for representation of tumors and surrounding structures. Fusion CT images has permitted computer-simulated intra-abdominal viewing through body cavities and hollow viscera. The present article demonstrates the utility of fusion images of the hepatobiliary system.