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What is the full form of CAT scan?
A "Computerized Axial Tomographic" scan is a type of X-ray scan that is utilized for diagnostic purposes in a variety of health issues.
Are lymph nodes revealed on a cat scan?
do lymph nodes show on a cat scan
What is a Myocardial perfusion scan used for?
does myocardial perfusion scan show blockage in heart system.
Can a ct scan without contrast show arthritis in the jaw?
It can
What would a ct scan show in diagnosing PTSD?
yes
What is a hypoattenuating lesion in the liver?
A hypoattenuating lesion is a type of abnormal tissue that can show up on computed tomography. On the scan, the lesion shows up as brighter and whiter than what is considered normal. The lesion can indicate an array of medical issues and it warrants further investigation.
Is tethered spinal cord and AVM the same?
== == No.AVM: arteriovenous malformation, which is basically veins or arteries that are not properly formed. This is extremely rare and symptoms don't usually show until the patient is in his/her 30'sTethered Spinal Cord: A disorder caused by tissue attachments that limit the movement of the cord within the column. Causes abnormal stretching of the spinal cord.
What is done in myelography?
Myelography involves injecting contrast dye into the space around the spinal cord to help visualize the spinal cord, nerve roots, and surrounding tissues on X-ray images. This procedure can help diagnose spinal cord or nerve compression caused by various conditions such as herniated discs, tumors, or spinal stenosis.
How long does a spinal cord tear take to heal after blood has been injected into the spinal cord?
It is not certain that full recovery can be made after a spinal cord injury, but stem cell injection therapies have been shown to help in some cases. It can take over 6 months for this therapy to show results. In the case of a blood patch after spinal tap or epidural, the "leak" usually heals itself within a day or two.
How can fat cells be able to help people with spinal cord injuries?
Studies show that fat cells can be changed into nerve cells (by obtaining stem cells from a patient's own fat), thereby possibly helping repair spinal cord injuries.
How long does a spinal cord tear take to heal once blood has been injected into the spinal cord?
It is not certain that full recovery can be made after a spinal cord injury, but stem cell injection therapies have been shown to help in some cases. It can take over 6 months for this therapy to show results. In the case of a blood patch after spinal tap or epidural, the "leak" usually heals itself within a day or two.
A lesion in a blood vessel that show through the skin is called?
vascular lesion
What is hemisection of the spinal cord?
hemisection anywhere in spinal cord, and the result is a mixed sensory deficit. you'll lose proprioception (two point discrimination) on the same side as the hemisection. you'll lose pain and temperature sense on the side opposite of the hemisection. depending on level in spinal cord, the effects will be different
Can arachnoiditis show on Mri in the brain as lesions?
Yes, a arachnoidtis will show on an MRI. This will show up on an MRI as a brain lesion, but doctors will furthur be able to determine exactly what the lesion is from.
What is a hypoattenuating mass?
Hypoattenuation is a term used to describe areas that show up as whiter and brighter than normal on an x-ray or CT Scan. Hypoattenuating lesions are commonly referred to in regards to the liver or kidneys. If your doctor looks on your CT scan and spots an area on your kidney or liver that is whiter or brighter than it should be, this is a hypoattenuating lesion. The lesion could be a sore or a cyst, but it could also be the sign of something more serious, such as a tumor.
What is a hypoattenuating lesion?
Hypoattenuation is a term used to describe areas that show up as whiter and brighter than normal on an x-ray or CT Scan. Hypoattenuating lesions are commonly referred to in regards to the liver or kidneys. If your doctor looks on your CT scan and spots an area on your kidney or liver that is whiter or brighter than it should be, this is a hypoattenuating lesion. The lesion could be a sore or a cyst, but it could also be the sign of something more serious, such as a tumor.
What is the full form of CAT scan?
A "Computerized Axial Tomographic" scan is a type of X-ray scan that is utilized for diagnostic purposes in a variety of health issues.
