WHY A CT SCAN IS IMPORTANT   Many physicians prefer a CT scanner over an ordinary X-ray machine for their patients, in certain cases. However, patients often wonder why this exam is selected when there are other alternatives out there. Well, we have a listed some significant features a CT scan offers both doctors and

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CT SCAN IN DETECTING ABNORMALITIES AND CANCER   CT scanners have been in existence for over a decade now and continue to grow in popularity. Facts are, the product manufacturers keep on improving their products and technology continues to advance as it pertains to examining the body for harmful diseases or identifying

CT Scans and Cancer: What Is Their Relationship?   Computed tomography (CT) scan is a medical procedure that helps to verify and specify cancer occurrence, especially at the early stage. This process involves some levels of medical imaging radiation such as that of X-rays. However, there has been noise both in South Florida and nationally,

HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST FACILITY FOR AN ULTRASOUND IN SOUTH FLORIDA An Ultrasound is used to examine internal body structures. It uses high-frequency sound waves and records reflected sound or echoes to produce an image. Ultrasound can be used for diagnosing a variety of illnesses and is also routine during pregnancy. If you are

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN AN OPEN AND CLOSED MRI Some diagnostic imaging centers have opted for an Open MRI system instead of the conventional closed MRI. It is important to understand the differences as well as advantages of each option. Here, we explore this for those that are unfamiliar. TECHNICAL DIFFERENCES The terms “open” and “closed” as