Tomography in A Sentence

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    A computed tomography (CT) scan and/or a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is done to check for abnormalities in the soft tissue, such as tumors.

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    A computed tomography scan (CAT scan) may also be performed.

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    A computerized tomography (CT) scan of the brain was normal.

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    A new method of monitoring the ionosphere based on radio tomography can be used to create two-dimensional images of electron density.

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    A three-dimensional model of a healthy ankle was developed from computed tomography images.

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    Because of the benign nature of the simple febrile seizure, tests such as computed tomography (CT) scans, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or electroencephalogram (EEG) are not usually recommended.

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    Children with metallic implants are likely to undergo a computed tomography (CT) examination instead of an MRI.

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    Computed axial tomography (CT scan) is used to determine whether the tumor has spread outside of the eye and to the brain.

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    Computed tomography (CT) is an x-ray imaging procedure used for a variety of clinical applications.

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    Computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans also may be useful, especially if surgery is needed.

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    Computed tomography (CT) scans are the type of imaging study most commonly done to evaluate suspected nasal fractures.

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    Computed tomography (CT)-An imaging technique in which cross-sectional x rays of the body are compiled to create a three-dimensional image of the body's internal structures; also called computed axial tomography.

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    Computed tomography (CT), formerly referred to as computerized axial tomography (CAT), is a common diagnostic imaging procedure that uses x rays to generate images (slices) of the anatomy.

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    Computed tomography scans (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may provide additional information.

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    Congenital brain defects are diagnosed either from direct physical examination or imaging studies including computed tomography scans (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

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    Development of computerized tomography (CT) that radically changes early diagnosis of ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke.

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    Each course was repeated every 21 days. Response was assessed by extramural review of computed tomography scans.

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    Electrical impedance tomography a new imaging technique for epilepsy All imaging methods in use today have their limitations.

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    Figure 7. Computed tomography (CT) scan of the head of a living individual.

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    For example some gamma cameras and PET scanners are combined with a computerized tomography x-ray system.

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    For example, radiation dose from modern computed tomography scanners may be in excess of that produced by older models.

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    If a tumor is suspected, imaging of the suspect organ needs to be done with x rays, computed tomography scans (CT scans), or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

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    If pituitary disease is suspected, a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computerized tomography (CT) scan of the brain may be done.

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    If the echocardiogram does not allow the physician to visualize all portions of the aorta, CT (computed tomography) or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) may be used.

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    If the rare infection malignant otitis externa is suspected, computed tomography scan (CT scan) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans will be performed to determine how widely the infection has spread within bone and tissue.

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    Ileus can be confirmed by x rays of the abdomen, computed tomography scans (CT scans), or ultrasound.

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    Imaging techniques include computed tomography scan (CT scan), positron emission tomography (PET), or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans.

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    Imaging techniques such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT scan), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be performed.

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    Imaging tests can include abdominal x rays, ultrasound, and computed tomography (CT).

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    In some cases, computed tomography scans (CT scans) can be used to evaluate people for possible cancers in the urinary tract.

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    Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) scans may be done to ensure that a lesion or bleeding is not responsible for the symptoms.

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    Magnetic resonance imaging (MRIs), PET scans, and single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) scans have been used by researchers, however, to study the brains of patients diagnosed with Tourette syndrome.

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    Neurological imaging tests such as computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be performed to rule out the presence of neurological diseases or disorders.

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    Note that CT scan stands for Computerized tomography -- pupils will only find this acronym expanded in the glossary.

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    Now a picture is emerging, produced by a geophysical technique called seismic tomography.

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    Other tests that may be used to detect a blood clot include computed tomography scans (CT scans) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

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    Patients with port-wine stains near the eye may need skull x rays, computed tomography scans, and vision and central nervous system tests.

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    Positron emission tomography (PET) and single photon emission tomography (SPECT) monitor blood flow and chemical activity in the brain area being tested.

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    Positron emission tomography (PET)-A computerized diagnostic technique that uses radioactive substances to examine structures of the body.

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    Questionable or more severe cases may require computed tomography scan (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to look for brain injury.

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    Radionuclide imaging including positron emission tomography (PET) and single photon emission tomography.

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    Researchers have used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) to find subtle differences in the brain structure and function of children with these disorders.

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    Sample groups Patients over 18 years of age with moderate or severe bronchiectasis confirmed by high-resolution computed tomography scans.

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    See also Computed tomography; Magnetic resonance imaging.

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    Some children will require additional diagnostic imaging procedures, such as computed tomography scan (CAT scan), x ray, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), to determine the cause of the macrocephaly and the appropriate treatment.

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    Spiral computed tomography of the pancreas showed a 3 x 2.5 cm mass in the region of the tail of the pancreas.

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    The diagnosis is confirmed by the results of either a computed tomography scan (CT scan) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

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    The possibility of using ultra-intense lasers to produce commercial amounts of short-lived positron emitting sources for positron emission tomography (PET) is discussed.

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    Transvaginal ultrasonography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging showed extreme thickening of the urethral wall.

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    Ultrasonography, computed tomography scans (CT scan), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may provide visual confirmation of a diagnosis or help to determine the extent of involvement.

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    Ultrasound tests, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) tests, or computed tomography (CT) scans may be ordered if the doctor cannot readily determine the cause of a fever.

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    Ultrasound, computed tomography scans (CT scans) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scans) are helpful in diagnosing Wilms' tumor.

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    We expect a report on the first X-ray tomography.

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    X rays or computed tomography (CT) scans may be performed to assess complications in the bowel or other internal organs.

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    X rays, computed tomography scan (CT scan), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can pinpoint evidence of nerve damage, tumor, or other structural problems.