Computed Tomography Scans
Grace Almeida
Invention
How does it work?
How have CT scans technology benefited people society?
- Seeing if it a surgery or operations are needed
- Seeing what problems are without exploratory surgery
- They improve cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Patients do not have to stay in hospital as long for scans
- Helps determine what treatment is necessary for common conditions (injuries, cardiac disease and stroke)
- Helps determine which part of the hospital patients should be cared for in
- See's the extent of the problem with less guess work
Limitations of a CT Scan
-CT scans are expensive (thousands of dollars, although the price varies depending on which scan you need)
-CT scans have large radiation risks
-Can be misinterpreted
-Can break down
- Does not show medical history
- Can not be substituted for examining spinal fluid
- Requires trained staff
- Specalized equipment
-Larger patients do not fit
CT Scans: Know Your Radiation Risk
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