Comparative Analysis of Conventional Radiogr...

Comparative Analysis of Conventional Radiography and Digital Radiography

Author Name : Abdullah M Al Shahrani, Abdullah M Al Manaa, Abdullah SulaimanAlmadhi, Turki Qaryan Alanazi, Sultan Saad Albugami, Mosa M. Almutairi

INTRODUCTION Digital radiography (DR) provides superior image quality compared to conventional radiography. DR systems offer higher spatial resolution, better contrast, and reduced image noise, which enhance diagnostic accuracy [1].DR eliminates the need for chemical film processing, significantly reducing examination times. This leads to increased efficiency and improved workflow in clinical settings [2]. DR is often associated with a lower radiation dose compared to conventional radiography due to its higher sensitivity and better detector efficiency [3]. While DR systems have a higher initial cost, they are more cost-effective in the end due to reduced operational expenses and improved efficiency. Conventional radiography, on the other hand, remains more accessible in resource-limited settings [4]. This research compares the diagnostic performance of a digital large-area silicon flat-panel detector with that of conventional screen-film radiography in chest imaging. The findings suggest that DR provides comparable or improved diagnostic capabilities [5]. Analyzing Medicare data and found a 13.7% decrease in conventional radiography utilization, while other imaging modalities increased by a combined 39.1% [6]. A research observed a significant decrease in inpatient imaging utilization between 2009 and 2012, with conventional radiography being one of the modalities affected [7]