Brain computed tomography
< Go back to "Computed Tomography (CT) with Artificial Intelligence"It is used for the study of different brain structures and their pathologies. It is especially useful for the diagnosis of intracerebral hemorrhages and is the diagnostic option when MRI is contraindicated.
For its correct preparation, a previous fasting of 6 hours is required (3 in diabetic patients), not being necessary the suspension of any treatment and being able to drink water during the 6 hours of fasting.
Once prepared and inside the machine, the examination time does not usually exceed 10 minutes.
Sometimes, depending on the pathology to be studied, it is necessary to inject iodinated contrast through the vein, which will provide a better characterization of the structures.
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