CT

Question 1

What is a CT scan?

Answer 1

A series of X-ray images taken in slices that have been collated by a computer to form a 3D image

Question 2

What are the advantages of CT scans?

Answer 2

High resolution and accuracy of diagnosis
Can view the image in several anatomical planes
Eliminates superimposition of images of structure outside area of interest

Question 3

What are the disadvantages of CT scans?

Answer 3

Patient is exposed to very high radiation levels

Relatively expensive