Computed tomography acquisition for veterinary diagnostic imaging

CT images are captured by a series of detectors that move in tandem with a generator in a circle around the patient. The patient lies on the table or couch as it moves through the gantry (Garnett,...

Figure 2. Blankets can reduce heat loss by approximately 30%

Unintentional hypothermia: implications and management of the post-operative patient

Losses occur via convection, conduction, evaporation and radiation (Figure 1)..