Why should do CT ABDOMEN AND PELVIS?

 

Why should do CT ABDOMEN AND PELVIS?

           A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis can help diagnose problems in the bladder, uterus, prostate, liver or bowels.

 

What can be detect  a CT  ABDOMEN AND PELVIS?

      inflammation, infection, injury or disease of the liver, spleen, kidney stones, stomach, intestine, pancreas, bladder, male and female reproductive organs and bone Ext……

 

Why should do contrast scan?

           A special dye called contrast material is needed for some CT scans to help highlight the areas of your body being examined. The contrast material blocks X-rays and appears white on picture, which can help emphasize blood vessels, intestines or other structures. Contrast material might be given to you: By oral.

Why need iv  (intravenous) contrast ?

Post iv contrast 

   Intravenous contrast media is used for artery and Venus visualisation liver, spleen, kidney, and pelvis organs ext..

Why need oral contrast in CT abdomen and pelvis?

     Oral contrast is used for better visualisation instainal organs such as stomach, duodenum, small instain.

Why need rectal contrast in CT abdomen and pelvis?

    A CT enema scan is a test to look at your large bowel. It involves putting a small tube into your rectum (bottom) to inflate the large bowel with carbon dioxide. A special contrast dye that help the large bowel show up better on x-ray is usually used during the CT enema.

 

What can I do before CT ABDOMEN AND PELVIS?

WITHOUT CONTRAST:-

        EAT/DRINK: If your doctor ordered a CT scan without contrast, you can eat, drink and take your prescribed medications prior to your exam.

CONTRAST :-

         If your doctor ordered a CT scan with contrast, do not eat anything three hours prior to your CT scan. You are encouraged to drink clear liquids.