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… and using imaging tests. The tests may include an MRI, CT scan, and X-rays. The tests can help your doctor be sure you … to check your spinal nerves and look for disc problems. CT scan, to check your bones and joints. X-rays, to check for … or injuries to the bones of the spine (vertebrae). Bone scan, to rule out cancer and other bone diseases. …
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… bones often look deformed and too thick on X-rays. Bone scan. This is the best test for diagnosing Paget's disease. You may have a bone scan of your whole body to find out which bones are … You might also need other tests, such as an MRI or a CT scan . How is Paget's disease of bone treated? Many people …
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… by ultrasound is called a sonogram, an echogram, or a scan. Pictures or videos of the ultrasound images may be … There are no known risks from having this test. Results The scans from the test will be read within a short time. … by ultrasound is called a sonogram, an echogram, or a scan. Pictures or videos of the ultrasound images may be …
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… have largely been replaced by computed tomography (CT) scans . A skull X-ray may help find head injuries, bone … shaped skull. Skull X-rays have largely been replaced by CT scans. How To Prepare In general, there's nothing you have … have largely been replaced by computed tomography (CT) scans . A skull X-ray may help find head injuries, bone …
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… examination, and diagnostic tests (such as MRI , CT scan , or myelogram ) show that the disc is bulging , and … of disc material in the spinal canal (as seen on a CT scan or MRI). Narrowing of the spinal canal (spinal … examination, and diagnostic tests (such as MRI , CT scan , or myelogram ) show that the disc is bulging , and …
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… attack or stroke. Infections in other organs, such as the lungs, brain, or kidneys. How is it diagnosed? First, your … failure. An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) test or a CT scan. These may be done as additional tests to check your … attack or stroke. Infections in other organs, such as the lungs, brain, or kidneys. How is it diagnosed? First, your …
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… test can detect about half of placental abruptions. A CT scan . This may be done if you had an injury to your belly. … labour. You may also be given medicine to help the baby's lungs mature faster. If you have moderate to severe … labour. You may also be given medicine to help the baby's lungs mature faster. If you have moderate to severe …
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… well. Check kidney problems seen on an ultrasound or a CT scan. Watch kidney disease and see if treatment is working. … of the skin at the biopsy site. Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) . Puncturing a major blood vessel, which may need … of the skin at the biopsy site. Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) . Puncturing a major blood vessel, which may need …
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… seen on an X-ray , ultrasound , or computed tomography (CT) scan . For an MRI of the head, you lie with your head inside a special machine (scanner) that has a strong magnet. The MRI can show tissue … an IV. You will lie on a table that's part of the MRI scanner. The table will slide into the space that contains …
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… Biopsy Bone Density Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy Bone Scan Calcium (Ca) in Blood Test Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Body Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Head and Face Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of …