CT Chest - Upper Half - Plain
Understanding CT Chest - Upper Half - Plain
What is CT Chest - Upper Half - Plain?
In CT Chest - Upper Half - Plain imaging test, rotating X-rays beams create a detailed 3D image of the upper half of your chest. With the help of this scan, doctors evaluate injuries, tumors, birth deformities, narrowing arteries, and other chest conditions. Doctors can also examine the extent of the spread of tumors in the chest from other organs. The scan can also analyze any abnormalities not found in conventional chest X-rays.
The test is fast, pain-free, and strictly monitored for using the least amount of radiation. If the scan results show an abnormality like a tumor, blood clot, or fracture, doctors may advise further tests or treatment. Pregnant women, individuals with any medical conditions, and patients recovering from recent illnesses must inform the doctor before the scan.
What is CT Chest - Upper Half - Plain used for?
- • To determine the cause of symptoms like coughing, shortness of breath, pain, etc. • To detect inflammations or infection in organs in the chest, including the heart, lungs, liver, and stomach • To detect injury to the internal organs, bones of rib cage, or spine due to trauma • To make detailed assessment if some abnormalities appear in a standard X-ray of the chest • To detect the presence of any tumors (abnormal growth) • To detect any congenital abnormalities (birth defects) • To direct intervention procedures like fine needle biopsy
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