CT Scan (Computed Tomography)
Computed Tomography
(NCI Cancer Facts)
Describes computed tomography (CT or CAT scan). Discusses the procedure
and its advantages over other x-ray techniques in diagnosing disease.
[10/02]
Computed
Tomography (CT) - Body
(Radiological Society of North America & the American College
of Radiology)
Describes computed tomography (CT): what it is, how it works, how to prepare,
how the procedure is performed, who interprets the results and how to
get them. Discusses the benefits, risks and limitations of CT scanning
of the body. [10/99]
Radiation
Risk From CT Scans: A Call for Patient-Focused Imaging (Medscape)
A discussion exploring the controversial topic of radiation risk
to patients from CT scans. Brings up important issues that patients should
discuss with their doctors. Aimed at physicians. Registration required
for free access to Medscape. [2005]
Fluoroscopy:
Test Overview (WebMD)
Briefly describes the purpose, preparation, time, procedure and risks
involved in fluoroscopy, a test that uses a continuous beam of x-rays
to evaluate structures and movement within the body. [10/03]
Magnetic
Resonance Imagine (MRI) - Body
(Radiological Society of North America & the American College
of Radiology)
Describes MRI: what it is, how it works, how to prepare, how the procedure
is performed, who interprets the results and how to get them. Discusses
the benefits, risks and limitations of MRI of the body. See also MRI
- Head. [10/99]
MRI Scans
(Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Radiology)
Excellent description of a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan from
the patient's point of view. Includes illustrations of the MRI scanner.
Presents option of non-enclosed MRI scanner to reduce claustrophobia.
Your
Chest X-ray (chestx-ray.com)
Describes a chest x-ray, including radiation dose and interpretation.
Discusses poor vs. good quality x-rays, and provides information that
helps patients to determine whether they are getting a good exam. [11/02]
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