Reconstruction showing maximum pixel intensity along projection path
Expansion
Maximum Intensity Projection
Purpose
Highlights hyperattenuating structures (vessels, bones, calcifications)
Clinical Context
MIP is useful in CTA and CTPA to visualise vessels by removing lower-intensity tissue. Complementary to axial viewing.
Related Terms
- MinIP
- VRT
- MPR
Key Points
- MIP excellent for angiography, vascular dissection, and vessel calcification assessment