European Journal of Radiology
Volume 41, Issue 3 , Pages 222-236 , March 2002

The value of mathematical modelling in understanding contrast enhancement in CT with particular reference to the detection of hypovascular liver metastases

  • Peter Dawson

      Affiliations

    • UCL Hospitals, Mortimer Street, London W1N 8AA, UK
    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding author. Tel.: +44-207-380-9015; fax: +44-207-380-9068
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  • Martin Blomley

      Affiliations

    • Hammersmith Hospital, London, UK

Received 28 June 2001 ,Revised 15 October 2001 ,Accepted 17 October 2001.

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European Journal of Radiology
Volume 41, Issue 3 , Pages 222-236 , March 2002

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