The radiology department is in need of a MRI machine to better provide safer and reliable results for detecting breast cancer. I have done extensive research on the several different types of technological devices and…
A CT angiogram is a procedure to look at the blood vessels in various areas of the body. For this procedure, a large X-ray machine, called a CT scanner, takes detailed pictures of blood vessels that have been injected with a dye (contrast material).A CT angiogram allows your health care provider to see how well blood is flowing to the area of the body that is being checked. The health care provider will be able to see if there are any problems, such as a blockage.Tell a health care provider about:Any allergies you have.All medicines you are taking, including vitamins, herbs, eye drops, creams, and over-the-counter medicines.Any problems you or family members have had with anesthetic medicines.Any blood disorders you have.Any surgeries you have had.Any medical conditions you have.Whether you are pregnant or may be pregnant.Whether you are breastfeeding.Any anxiety disorders, chronic pain, or other conditions you have that may increase your stress or prevent you from lying still.What are the risks?Generally, this is a safe procedure.…
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The decision to perform CT/CBCT imaging depends on both the initial radiographic valuation and the clinical findings. If the plain radiographs are negative, with no signs of fracture, no fluid levels, no mucosal thickening of the sinuses, and no orbital or soft tissue emphysema and there is no indication of penetrating injury, then the chance of finding a significant midface fracture on CT/CBCT evaluation. There are very high incidence of intracranial damage in such patients, and there are important questions relating to the posterior wall of the frontal sinus, the nasofrontal duct, and the orbital roof, the answers can be find by CT/CBCT imaging technique.…
death of a large proportion of cancer cells within the entire tumor (there are minimal, if any, cancer cells are left behind in small tumors; thus, radiation alone may be used to cure certain small tumors)…
Certified tumor registrars are individuals who manage records of patients who have been treated for cancer. CTR are responsible for collecting and reviewing data regarding the nature of cancer patients' illnesses and the diagnostic procedures and treatments used to deal with them. These registrars maintain the data of patients who have been diagnosed with malignant tumors as well as benign or even questionable tumor. A CTR assigns codes for diagnosing and treating various cancers, reports the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). He then keeps a patient's record updated by remaining in communication with the patient/patient's family as well as the doctors involved in the patient's care. He must record how patients are progressing in their illnesses and how long cancer patients survive. In addition, he ensures that this information is reported in a complete, accurate and timely manner.…
Computed-tomography scan (CT) is a series of x-ray images taken from different angles, which are combined by a computer, into a representation of a slice through the body. CT scan images provide more detailed information than X-rays do. A CT scan has many uses, but is primarily used to quickly examine people who may have internal injuries from car accidents or other types of trauma. A CT scan can also be used to visualize many parts of the body and is used to diagnose disease or injury as well as to plan medical, surgical or radiation treatment. A brain CT is used to evaluate various structures of the brain to look for a mass, stroke, area of bleeding, or blood vessel abnormality. It is also sometimes used to look at the skull. CT scans have…
Lijia, as you mentioned SNOMED CT can be utilized to improve patient outcomes. SNOMED CT supports the development of inclusive high-quality clinical content in health records. It can be used to present clinical information in a reliable, consistent and systematic way and an essential part of electronic health information. SNOMED based clinical information is beneficial for patients and clinicians as well as populations and it supports evidence based care. The benefits of SNOMED CT range from real time decision support to more accurate retrospective reporting for research and management. SNOMED CT allows early identification of evolving health issues, monitoring of population health and responses to changing clinical practice. SNOMED CT is a…
Imagine being able to detect diseases in your body, or being able to examine various tissues and determine its conditions. That is exactly what an positron emission tomography (PET) scan is used for. Unlike CT (computed tomography) and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans, the PET scan can reveal the cellular level changes occurring in an organ or tissue.…
The women treated in this population have already been screened and ether diagnosed with breast cancer or has been found to have suspicious imaging. This puts them in a high risk population.…
Patients are entitled to have trust and confidence in the healthcare system and health professionals at all times and this is so important because it allows relationships to form with people. When you walk into a healthcare service provider, you walk in with trust. As a Radiographer we need the patient to trust and have confidence with their private information and body and always have a duty to make the care of patients the first concern. Key attributes include competency, keeping knowledge and skills up to date and the establishment and maintenance of good relationships with both patients and colleagues. Having honesty, integrity and trustworthiness and acting ethically are key.…
Technology can impact the availability of quality and cost to everyday Americans. Magnetic resonance image (MRI), computed tomography (CT) scans or ultrasounds, bypass surgery…
The risks: One study projected 1,200 new cancer cases based on the 2.2 million CT scans done for lower-back pain in the U.S. in 2007. CT scans and X-rays of the lower back are especially worrisome for men and women of childbearing age, because they can expose testicles and ovaries to substantial radiation. Finally, the tests often reveal abnormalities that are unrelated to the pain but can prompt needless worry and lead to unnecessary follow-up tests and treatment, sometimes including even…
Many people live very active lives in work and play. Sometimes people get hurt from playing sports, doing a job, exercising, and more. When injuries occur they usually go to the doctor or hospital to get scans done; this is where I come into play. I have always heard from my cousin, who is a Senior in high school, that the medical field is something that interests her. After she said that, I became interested in what types of jobs there might be in this field. When I saw radiologic and MRI technologist I thought this would be the right fit for me.…