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Generally the head goes in first. This is the default setting on most CT scanners.
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What is the difference between a body cat scan and a general cat scan?
They are just as they say. An abdominal cat scan is just of that area and a pelvic cat scan is just of that area. Usually if an abdominal cat scan is ordered a pelvis is included so as to cover all things in both areas but if a pelvic cat scan is ordered it usually does not include the abdomen.
Are lymph nodes revealed on a cat scan?
do lymph nodes show on a cat scan
Do you have to stay home after you get a CAT scan?
You do not have to stay home after a CAT scan. The procedure has no residual effects. After you leave the clinic or hospital, you can resume normal activities if you are otherwise healthy.
Can you have a cat scan if your on amoxicillin?
yes
Will cat scan show kidney stones with or without contrast?
Without. I had a cat scan this morning for that very reason and no contrast was needed.
What is the difference between a body cat scan and a general cat scan?
They are just as they say. An abdominal cat scan is just of that area and a pelvic cat scan is just of that area. Usually if an abdominal cat scan is ordered a pelvis is included so as to cover all things in both areas but if a pelvic cat scan is ordered it usually does not include the abdomen.
Which medical scan is for visualizing soft tissue?
Mri of the body... Or a cat scan of the head
Is a catscan for the head?
A CAT scan can be used for the entire body.
Can goldfish have strokes?
Im sure they can, but I doubt anyone has bothered to verify it. Imagine a tiny fish's head being placed into a tiny CAT scanner with scan parameters designed to scan a fish head...
Why a CAT Scan pelvic only?
Usually if a pelvis only is ordered then the DR is looking for something in particular, such as a fractured hip or ovarian cyst or someting else specific to the pelvis only.
What is the common name for CAT scan?
uuuh lets seee........ a cat scan!
What does CT scan stand for?
cat scan
Are lymph nodes revealed on a cat scan?
do lymph nodes show on a cat scan
What type of procedure is a PET scan?
cat scan
If I hit my head a month ago and now am scheduled for a cat scan do you really need it?
Yes. if you don't then you could die.
If i got punched in the temple 8 hours ago and my head is still numb what should i do?
you need to go to a hospital and have a cat scan done you may have a bleed in your head
What is age-related parenchymal volume loss discovered on a cat scan of the head?
Age-related parenchymal volume loss is often discovered by CAT scans of the head. It is a natural loss of brain volume that sometimes occurs with age.
