What is the bladder scanning?
Scanning of computed bladder tomography (CT) provides a picture of the bladder that will help medical professionals learn more about mass, blocking or another problem. It includes a number of individual X -ray images called slices that are connected to the computer to provide a detailed image of the inside of the body. This test can be ordered for diagnostic reasons to determine why the patient has urine problems or as follow -up to see how the patient reacts well to treatment. The display of other parts of the urinary tract, such as urinary and kidneys, can take place at the same time with the bladder scanning. The patient may need a number of pictures taken before contrast, followed by another set afterwards. The bladder CT involves lying on the table or platform inside the scanning device and holding while thees are obtained. Patients who are worried about claustrophobia can receive sedatives to remain relaxed and calm during the test.
Some reasons for requiring bladder scanning CT may include incontinence, bladder mass or blockade signs. This test can also be asked if the doctor suspects the presence of stones in the bladder. It can be ordered if abnormalities are recorded in another imaging study such as ultrasound or X -ray, or if observed during the examination. Interpretation of images may require several days, depending on the staff in the device.
The risks associated with scanning of the bladder CT are low. Patients are exposed to some radiation, but are maintained as low as possible and the advantage of catching the problem outlines the risk. Pregnant women may be recommended to wait for testing if possible due to increased risks for developing fruits. Some people experience allergiires on contrast agents and before the test starts to discuss allergies and medical history with medical postsTitel. The technician may decide to use another contrast agent or consider the bladder CT without contrast if it seems necessary.
imaging centers can usually offer bladder scanning as an outpatient procedure. The whole test, including checking, acquire images and monitor initial reactions, if contrast was used, it may take several hours. If the patient is already hospitalized for an existing health problem, the test can be offered as a inpatient service, in which case people can transfer to the radiology department for the test and after completing their bed.