More articles about: Computed Tomography Scan (CT)
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Hospital partnership improves follow up scans, decreases long term risk after aortic repair
A statewide partnership of hospitals in Michigan, which drastically increased follow up imaging after aortic aneurysm repairs, resulted in patients having a nearly 60% decrease in the likelihood of dying within one year of surgery.
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Bypassing contrast in patients with kidney disease and contrast allergies may lead to less accurate scans
Research from the University of Michigan now confirms this: a study found choosing to withhold IV contrast from certain types of abdominal CT scans can decrease the accuracy of the scan by about 30%.
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Global contrast media shortage: Strategies for conservation
A radiologist shares ways to address the scarcity of this tool for diagnostic imaging.
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How MRI and CT predict flap failure after head and neck reconstructive cancer surgery
The findings could help shorten hospital stays for cancer patients.
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A new tool for 3-D measurement of the aorta may identify fatal heart conditions earlier
The technique has potential to change the way aortic aneurysm is monitored.
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Why is Appendicitis Not Always Diagnosed in the Emergency Department?
A new study examines the factors associated with a potentially missed diagnosis of appendicitis in children and adults in the emergency department.
