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Why would a pet need a pet CT?
A pet would need a PET/CT scan for the same reason a person would which would be looking for potential health risks. It is often used in Veterinary Medicine to diagnose severe health problems seen in animals.
Can you see skin rashes on ct scan?
Skin rashes typically cannot be directly seen on a CT scan, as CT imaging focuses on internal structures and not superficial skin conditions. However, CT scans may reveal underlying issues related to certain rashes, such as infections, inflammation, or tumors affecting the skin or subcutaneous tissues. For skin-specific evaluations, other imaging techniques like ultrasound or MRI, or clinical examination, are more appropriate.
What does a ct scan of brain non contrast pick up?
A non contrast brain CT scan can pick up bleeds in or around the brain. It can also detect skull fractures and calcifications within the brain. Certain tumours can also be seen without the use of contrast.
Why trauma not use contrast in ct brain?
Traumatic lesions to the brain are well seen without i.v. contrast agents. In particular, traumatic hemorrhage, be it epidural, subdural, subarachnoid, parenchymal or intraventricular, is spontaneously hyperdense on CT. Theoretically, i.v. contrast would be, at best useless, at worst counterproductive.
What type of wave does a CT scan use?
The correct answer is x-rays, a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. In radiology, x-rays are not seen as waves, but are thought of as photons, a particulate theory.
Should someone have a ct scan done if they have open surgical clips?
Surgical clips, open or not, are irrelevant to CT scanning. They may cause some artifacts in the images, but it's not a real problem.
Surgical clips used in tubal ligation surgery?
I am sure there are plenty of different kinds. I am a medical transcriptionist and the most common clips used at my hospital are Filshie clips. Hope that helps you!
Can surgical clips cause you pain?
yes, surgical clips should be removed. after further scan of area,
What are the different position for surgical trained staff?
In the UK:FY1 (Surgical House Officer)FY2 (SHO)CT/ST trainee (SHO/Registrar depending on grade)Consultant
What is postoperative splitting of surgical wound?
It's where the clips or sutures holding the wound together after the operation fail.
Is it normal for surgical clips to be left in after gallbladder removal surgery?
Surgical clips are necessary when getting your gallbladder removed. When your gallbladder is removed, it leaves an opening in your common bile duct. Normally this opening is where the liver pumps bile into for storage in the gallbladder. Since you no longer have a gallbladder, if this opening was not sealed with surgical clips, your liver would essentially be pumping bile into your abdomen.
Is a surgical clip of the pelvis on ex-ray normal?
i had a laparoscopic low anterior resection in October 2010. I reasonably had and x-ray done and found out that there was 2 surgical clips projected overlying the pelvic inlet centrally. Could you tell me if this is normal to leave the clips in the body?
Why are surgical clips not removed after a hysterectomy?
They should be in the majority of cases. Not doing so may be malpractice of both the phsycian and nurse who should have counted the surgical implements before closing the patient.
How big are surgical clips?
Surgical clips vary in size depending on their intended use and type. Generally, they range from a few millimeters to about a centimeter in length. Some clips, such as those used for vascular procedures, may be slightly larger, while others designed for delicate tissue may be smaller. Their size is carefully chosen to ensure effective closure or occlusion without causing unnecessary tissue damage.
Which lymphatic organ can be scanned?
The Thmiclobules (thymus) are well seen by CT.
Is it normal for a surgical clips to be left in after surgery?
Not always. A woman I know had so many gallstones that they had to cut into her liver (to remove the common bile duct), and they left two surgical clips (Titanium, so they won't rust) on her liver for support. She's had it there since 1988, with no problems.However, I think you should talk to your doctor about it if it bothers you. You should have been informed about them.
Where can one find the last CT videos?
One would be able to watch the latest CT videos online. You should try using Yahoo! News. You will be able to view many news events with breaking news clips.
