What organs does a CT scan of abdomen and pelvis show?

A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis can help diagnose problems in the bladder, uterus, prostate, liver or bowels.

What does a CT scan of the pelvis show?

A CT scan of the pelvis can help find problems such as breaks (fractures), tumours, and appendicitis. It also can help find the cause of pelvic pain.

How do you prepare for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis?

EAT/DRINK: If your doctor ordered a CT scan without contrast, you can eat, drink and take your prescribed medications prior to your exam. If your doctor ordered a CT scan with contrast, do not eat anything three hours prior to your CT scan. You are encouraged to drink clear liquids.

What are the most common reasons for a CT scan?

Your physician may recommend a cranial CT scan to diagnose the cause of: Unexplained fainting or headaches Seizures Loss of hearing or vision Sudden speech difficulty or behavioral and cognitive changes

What does a CT stomach scan show?

CT scans show the stomach fairly clearly and often can confirm the location of the cancer. CT scans can also show the organs near the stomach, such as the liver, as well as lymph nodes and distant organs where cancer might have spread.

How much does a CAT scan cost?

On average, a CAT scan cost anywhere from $300 to $2,500 depending on the body part being examined, if dye is required and the urgency of the procedure. A lower end scan that doesn’t use a dye is going to cost less than a full scan that includes multiple images and dye.

When to use contrast in abdominal CT?

Contrast material is often used for CT scan of the abdomen. CECT abdomen helps in diagnosis & often recommended in following conditions: During biopsies of abdominal organs, tumors or withdrawal of fluid from the abdomen, ct scans of the abdomen can be used to visualize placement of needles.