A CT aortogram is a ct test of the aorta. It shows aortic aneurysm or dissection. Typical effective dose 10 to 20 mSv, similar to about 3 to 7 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
Aortic aneurysm or dissection.
Tearing chest or back pain (emergency).
Remove metal objects. If contrast is used you may need to fast for a few hours; tell staff about allergies, kidney disease, diabetes medicines (metformin) or pregnancy.
Typical effective dose 10 to 20 mSv, similar to about 3 to 7 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
10 minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
CT
परिणाम की व्याख्या के लिए डॉक्टर को दिखाएँ — अकेला परीक्षण निदान नहीं करता।
निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।
What does a ct aortogram show?
Aortic aneurysm or dissection.
Why is a ct aortogram done?
Tearing chest or back pain (emergency).
How do I prepare for a ct aortogram?
Remove metal objects. If contrast is used you may need to fast for a few hours; tell staff about allergies, kidney disease, diabetes medicines (metformin) or pregnancy.
Does a ct aortogram use radiation?
Typical effective dose 10 to 20 mSv, similar to about 3 to 7 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
How long does a ct aortogram take?
10 minutes
CT aortogram क्यों किया जाता है?
Tearing chest or back pain (emergency).
CT aortogram के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Remove metal objects. If contrast is used you may need to fast for a few hours; tell staff about allergies, kidney disease, diabetes medicines (metformin) or pregnancy.
CT aortogram गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 10 to 20 mSv, similar to about 3 to 7 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
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