2024年5月7日 · A computerized tomography scan, also called a CT scan, is a type of imaging that uses X-ray techniques to create detailed images of the body. It then uses a computer to create cross-sectional images, also called slices, of the bones, blood vessels and soft tissues inside the body. CT scan images show more detail than plain X-rays do.

With a CT urogram, there's a slight risk of an allergic reaction to the contrast material. Reactions are generally mild and easily managed by medication. They include: A feeling of warmth or flushing; Nausea; Itching; Hives; Pain near the injection site; A single CT urogram carries no risk of developing cancer after radiation exposure. But ...

2024年10月29日 · A CT scan is a special X-ray technique that provides more detail than a standard X-ray does. This test looks at the entire bowel as well as at tissues outside the bowel. CT enterography is a special CT scan that involves drinking an oral contrast material and getting intravenous contrast images of the intestines.

2024年6月14日 · Heart CT scan. A CT scan of the heart can show calcium deposits and blockages in the heart arteries. Calcium deposits can narrow the arteries. Sometimes dye is given by IV during this test. The dye helps create detailed pictures of the heart arteries. If dye is used, the test is called a CT coronary angiogram. Cardiac catheterization and angiogram.

2024年12月13日 · Computerized tomography (CT) scan. A CT scan uses a series of X-rays to create a detailed image of your brain. A CT scan can show bleeding in the brain, an ischemic stroke, a tumor or other conditions. You might have a dye injected into your bloodstream to view the blood vessels in the neck and brain in greater detail.

2023年7月22日 · A coronary calcium scan is a special computerized tomography (CT) scan of the heart. It looks for calcium deposits in the heart arteries. A buildup of calcium can narrow the arteries and reduce blood flow to the heart. A coronary calcium scan may show coronary artery disease before you have symptoms.

2024年6月11日 · A CT coronary angiogram usually is done in the radiology department of a hospital or an outpatient imaging facility. Before the procedure. Before a CT coronary angiogram, a healthcare professional may give you medicine called a beta blocker. This slows your heart rate to help the CT scanner make clearer images.

2021年4月24日 · If the diagnosis isn't readily apparent, your doctor might order an imaging test, such as an abdominal ultrasound, CT scan or MRI. Treatment If your hernia is small and isn't bothering you, your doctor might recommend watchful waiting.

2025年1月22日 · Virtual colonoscopy (CT colonography) During a virtual colonoscopy, a CT scan produces cross-sectional images of the abdominal organs, allowing the doctor to detect changes or abnormalities in the colon and rectum. To help create clear images, a small tube (catheter) is placed inside your rectum to fill your colon with air or carbon dioxide.

2024年5月10日 · CT scan. This type of scan takes a series of X-ray images from different angles and makes them into cross-sectional images. MRI. This type of scan uses radio waves and a magnetic field to make detailed images. M-iodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) imaging. This type of scan uses a radioactive compound that's injected into the body.