Basics of Radiology, Team and Modalities include in Department of Radiology

Basics of radiology

Basics of Radiology:

Radiology is a medical subdivision that uses digital imaging to diagnose and treat conditions and diseases within the body. Radiology staff uses a variety of techniques and specialized equipment to collect images. A radiology technician usually prepares and tests the patient. The radiologist reads and interprets each image and prepares medical results and diagnostic reports. In most cases the radiologist will present the results to the referring physician who will then inform the patient of the results.

Members of Radiology Team:

Doctors:

A radiologist specializes in radiology. This person leads the radiology team. The radiologist interprets the test results and performs certain procedures, such as interventional radiology procedures or treatment. He will also talk to other doctors about other features as needed. The radiologist will send reports to the referrers.

Radiologists

Radiologists are doctors who have spent many years training after medical school to learn how to interpret and perform medical imaging tests that require medical imaging equipment. Radiology has many sub-features. All radiologists at Midwest Radiological Associates have received additional sub-specialty training to provide patients with a high level of care

Radiological technologists

Radiologist technologists are trained to operate devices that produce medical images. Technicians are trained to operate X-ray, MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, mammography and other instruments. They are experts and focus on operating only a few types of devices. Patients often talk to a technologist during a visit to the radiology department.

Medical Physicist:

Medical physicists help ensure the safe and correct use of radiation therapy. They work with the radiology team in treatment planning. They formulate guidelines for radiation procedures, ensure that radiation doses are safe and accurate, and monitor radiological equipment. Their role may include research and development of new technologies. A qualified medical physicist may have a master's or doctoral degree with 1 to 2 years of experience in medical physics. Medical physicists are certified by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics.

Nurses:

Nurses often help with more complex procedures, such as procedures that require anesthesia. Or they may help with procedures that require IV (intravenous) drugs, contrast, or nuclear substances. Nurses can monitor, observe and take note of a person's condition. They can also talk to a radiologist for specific care needs and teach people about their radiology procedures.

 Radiation oncologists

Radiologist oncologists are doctors who specialize in the use of different types of radiation to treat cancer. They also undergo additional training after medical school. The fields of radiology and radiation oncology have their own nurses and administrative staff to care for patients' needs.

 The most common types of diagnostic radiology examinations include.

    Computed tomography (CT):

A procedure that uses a computer connected to an X-ray machine to create a series of detailed images of areas inside the body. Images are taken from different angles and are used to create 3-dimensional (3-D) views of tissues and organs. The dye can be inserted into the vein or swallowed to help the tissues and organs appear more clearly. A computed tomography scan can be used to diagnose the disease, plan treatment, or find out how well the treatment is working. Also called CAT scan, computerized axial tomography scan, computerized tomography, and CT scan.

Computed Tomography

Diseases that diagnoses by CT SCAN:

• ·         Certain types of cancer and benign (noncancerous) tumors.
• ·         Fractures (broken bones).
• ·         Heart disease.
• ·         Blood clots.
• ·         Bowel disorders (blockages, Crohn's disease).
• ·         Brain and spinal cord diseases or injuries.
• ·         Internal bleeding.

 

      CT angiography:

Computerized tomography (CT) coronary angiogram is an imaging test that looks at the arteries that supply blood to the heart. CT coronary angiogram uses a powerful X-ray machine to take pictures of the heart and its blood vessels. This test is used to diagnose various heart conditions. This procedure is invasive and does not need recovery time.

Why this has been done?

A CT coronary angiogram is primarily used to examine narrow or blocked arteries (coronary artery disease). However, it can diagnose other heart conditions. CT coronary angiogram is different from standard coronary angiogram. The conventional procedure (non-CT angiogram) uses a flexible tube (catheter) that travels through a tube or arm to the heart or coronary arteries. With known coronary artery disease, can also be used as a conventional treatment.

        Fluoroscopy:

Fluoroscopy is a study of the movement of anatomy - like an X-ray "film". A continuous X-ray beam passes through the part of the body being examined. The beam is transmitted to a monitor, such as a TV, so that the body part and its movement can be seen in detail. Fluoroscopy, as an imaging tool, enables doctors to look at many systems of the body.

Diagnosis of Fluoroscopy:

Sugar, digestive, urinary, respiratory, and reproductive systems. A fluoroscopy may be performed to evaluate specific areas of the body, including bones, organs and joints, as well as strong organs, such as the heart,., Or kidney. Other relevant methods that can be used to diagnose bone, muscle, or joint problems include X-rays, pyelography.

 

       Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI):

A method in which radio waves and a powerful magnet are attached to a computer to create detailed images of the inside area. These images can show the difference between normal and diseased tissue. Magnetic resonance imaging produces better images from soft tissue of organs and other scanning techniques, such as computed tomography (CT) or X-rays. Magnetic resonance imaging is especially useful for imaging the brain, spinal cord, soft tissue joints, and bones. Also known as MRI, NMRI, and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging   

Diagnosis of MRI:

MRI has proven to be valuable in diagnosing a wide range of conditions including cancer, heart and vascular disease, and abnormalities of muscle and bone. MRI can detect abnormalities that may fade through the bone, along with other imaging modalities.

         Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA):

A procedure in which a powerful magnet attached to radio waves and a computer is used to create detailed images of blood vessels and blood flow within the body. The color can be injected into the vein to make it easier to see the blood vessels and blood flow. Magnetic resonance angiography can be used to examine aneurysms (a bulge in the blood vessel wall), artery obstruction, blood clotting, and other blood vessel problems. Also known as an MRA.

         Mammography:

A mammogram is an x-ray image of the breast. Doctors use mammograms to look for early signs of breast cancer. Regular mammograms are one of the best tests doctors can get early for breast cancer, sometimes up to three years ago

        Nuclear medicine:

A branch of drug that uses a small amount of radioactive material to create a picture inside and treat the disease.

          X-Ray:

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X-Ray

      Positron emission tomography (PET) scan:

Positron emission tomography is a functional imaging technique that uses radioactive material known as a radiotracer to observe and measure changes in metabolic processes, and other physical activities, including blood flow, regional chemical composition. , And in absorption.

         PET-CT combined with CT:

Positron emission tomography - Computed tomography is a nuclear medicine technique that combines a positron emission tomography scanner and an X-ray computed tomography scanner into a single gantry, so that images from both devices can be sorted in a single session. Which are combined. Single superposed image

      Ultrasound:

A procedure that uses high-energy sound waves to look at the tissues and organs inside the body. Sound waves produce echoes that create images of tissues and organs on a computer screen.