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Tips for viewing CT Colonography studies

For efficient image manipulation, consider using the following tools and tips when reviewing colonography studies.

Shortcuts

  • CT Lung Window: Press 4 to activate the CT Lung (air) window.
  • CT Abdomen Window: Press 2 
  • Measure Tool > Line: Shortcut = D; use E  to erase measurement.
  • MPR (Orthogonal) - Shortcut: Shift + M.

Advanced Image Manipulation

Tip: first set layout to 1x1

  • MPR (Orthogonal): Select MPR > Orthogonal for 2D multi-planar reconstruction with Axial, Coronal, and Sagittal projections. Shortcut: Shift + M.
MPR orthog

Crosshair tool
crosshair
  • Cross Hair Tool: Align views across multiple planes.

  • MIST Oblique: Select MPR > MIST Oblique for further 3D manipulation. Shortcut: Shift + Q

Tip: first set layout to 1x1

MIST Obl

Basic Navigation and Tool Accessright mouse tools

  • Right Mouse Button:
Right-click to access common tools quickly.
  • Tool Assignment: Click a menu tool with the left or right mouse button to assign function.

Scroll Speed and Performance

  • Preload by Series: Click the cloud icon or drag a series description into a viewport to boost performance.Preload GIF-gif
  • Internet Speed: Ensure a connection of 
    >40+ Mbps.
  • Scroll: Use the vertical scroll bar in the viewport for faster navigation.
  • Google Chrome is recommended for best performance.

Note: 3D SSD/VR is not available in the viewer, but DICOM studies can be supplemented with PDF, PNG, JPEG, or MP4 videos.