CT
What is Computerized Axial Tomography?
Computed tomography, also known as CT or CAT scanning, uses a special machine to obtain multiple x-ray images of any part of the body. The images are much more detailed than those provided by conventional x-rays. In addition, CT can display many different types of tissue including blood vessels. Modern scanners use a technique called spiral or helical CT to obtain images from many angles. Computerized processing of these images creates cross-sections, or slices, of the area of interest. The images can then be examined on a computer monitor or printed out.
Our CT is the Somatom Emotion 16, a 16-slice scanner that offers an unusually wide and short configuration. This unit provides ultrafast imaging capabilities for a wide variety of applications. Unique capabilities of the scanner include improved radiation dose modulation (near 70% reduction in dose without loss of quality), its open configuration, and enhanced software for advanced 3D imaging