Ct scan Sentence Examples

A CT scan of the abdomen showed both adrenals were enlarged and contained specks of calcium (3C, arrows ).

His CT scan revealed soft tissue emphysema of the thigh.

For instance, you have to have a CT scan first, to help plan your conformal radiotherapy.

Note that CT scan stands for Computerized tomography -- pupils will only find this acronym expanded in the glossary.

A CT scan of the abdomen was performed (Figure 3).

Advanced testing such as an MRI or CT scan will pinpoint any physical brain damage that may have already occurred.

A CT scan is used to identify the area of the brain affected and to detect signs of swelling.

Other studies (chest x rays, CT scan of the lungs, bone marrow biopsy) may also be done in order to see if the tumor has spread to other locations.

X rays or a CT scan can determine bone density and reveal gastrointestinal disturbances, as well as heart and lung damage.

Growth hormone tests should not be done within a week after any radioactive scan such as an x ray, MRI, or CT scan.

A neurologist will evaluate the situation, usually with a CT scan.

A head CT scan or CT of the ear may show a fluid-filled middle ear and an abnormality in the mastoid bone.

Imaging studies are not helpful in diagnosing narcolepsy, although in some cases the doctor may order an MRI or CT scan to rule out a brain tumor or other abnormality in brain structure.

However, the radiation from a CT scan is usually less than that from regular x rays, and the benefits of the examination far outweigh the minor radiation dose received during the scan.

If craniosynostosis is suspected, an x ray or a CT scan of the child's skull will be taken.