Computer Tomography (CT) examinations

Remote interpretation

CT, also called computed tomography, is a medical method that uses both X-rays and a computer to obtain the most detailed images possible of the inside of the body. Today, in most centres, helical, volumetric acquisitions with multiplanar reconstructions are used.

In terms of duration, the time it takes to do a CT scan can vary from 5 to 15 minutes. This procedure is efficient, fast and often with high diagnostic accuracy, and can save the patient from resorting to more expensive and complicated procedures.

The areas of the human organ that can be examined by a CT scan are:

The abdominal area and pelvic area which includes the liver, kidneys, spleen, pancreas, adrenal glands, pelvic organs, as well as the stomach and intestines.
The spinal area through which the following can be examined: cervical, dorsal, lumbar spine and sacrococcygeal region.
The limb area including: shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee, leg.
The thoracic area is focused on organs such as: lungs, heart, chest.
Angiographic studies (angio-CT) can be performed in any region: cervical and cranial vessels, aorta, pulmonary arteries, coronary arteries, abdominal vessels, upper and lower limb vessels.