Thursday, October 13, 2011

Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT Scan/CT Scan)

imageExtreme CT Scan   CT scans are performed to analyze the internal structures of various parts of the body. This includes the head, where traumatic injuries, (such as blood clots or skull fractures), tumors, and infections can be identified. In the spine, the bony structure of the vertebrae can be accurately defined, as can the anatomy of the intervertebral discs and spinal cord. In fact, CT scan methods can be used to accurately measure the density of bone in evaluating osteoporosis. http://www.medicinenet.com/cat_scan/article.htm

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