CT Scan
A CT or CAT (computed tomography) scan combines X-ray and computer technology to show highly detailed, 3-D images of any part of the body, including bones, muscles, fat, organs and blood vessels. Scans can also be performed using a contrast solution (either swallowed or injected) to make tissues and vessels more visible.
This procedure is favored among physicians for detecting various cancers, including lung, liver and pancreatic, and is often used to find tumors, guide biopsies and plan surgeries. In addition, CT scans are extremely effective in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases that can lead to stroke, kidney failure and even death.
Your appointment will usually takes less than an hour to complete, including any preparations, but the actual exam only takes a minute or two.
For more information, please call: (903) 654-1060