In its simplest form, a CT scan is used only for the localization of abnormalities seen on a PET scan (non-diagnostic scan). The radiation dose from such a scan can be low (e.g. an effective dose of ...

I am a lung-cancer survivor, and suspicious nodules were seen on a CT scan back in March. So, my pulmonologist wanted a ...

The changes were based on an analysis of data from the Cancer Intervention and Surveillance Modeling Network that estimated ...

COLUMBIA - Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women. And is by far the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. accounting for 1 in 5 of all cancer deaths according to ...

Ascension St. John is doing their part to make the fight against cancer as easy as possible. They were the first in the state ...

Scanning string instruments is his latest project. The scroll of the 19th century bass was adjusted multiple times to get the correct orientation for the CT scan. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY) The goal of ...

Dr George Owiti, a radiographer at Kericho County Hospital examines the Chest CT results of a patient admitted to the hospital. [James Wanzala, Standard] Despite recent breakthroughs that have ...

Fée the tabby cat lounged in her cushioned crate, lazily observing the scientists at work around her. A crocheted beanie wrapped snuggly around her little head; from it, a tangle of wires ...

The American Cancer Society recommends yearly screening for lung cancer with a low-dose CT scan for people 50 to 80 years old who have a 20 pack-year or greater smoking history an ...

Brookfield Zoo Chicago veterinarians headed the effort to create the radiology database after their experiences dealing with ...

So, my pulmonologist wanted a repeat CT scan in June. I am thinking that as ... so it’s recommended not to exceed 5 mg (half the dose for young adults) for people aged 77 or older.

Ascension St. John is doing their part to make the fight against cancer as easy as possible. They were the first in the state to launch a mobile PET scan ...