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CT Angiograpy (CTA)
Recent advance in the technology of CT scanners had led to the development of Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA). A CTA is a type of CT Scan that can visualize flow in the arteries and veins throught the body. Examinations can be performed of the blood vessels of the brain, lung, kidneys, and legs.
The study is performed through a standard intravenous catheter placed in the body, usually in the elbow region. This administration of contrast material is a safer method than conventional angiography in which a catheter is inserted in an artery.
Northwest Radiology Associates fortunate to be using the latest CT technology with Siemens SOMATOM Definition Dual Source CT System. When installed in the Gerald Gurtz Advanced Diagnostic Suite in Northwest Community Hospital in late 2007, it was the 3rd of its type in the Chicago area. Advantage of this new technology include:
- Greater anotomical detail for making diagnoses and treatment decisions without invasive procedures
- More efficient and convenient patient exams due to speed of system and reduced patient preparation time.
- Patients with breathing conditions have access to advanced Cardiac CT exams
- Less radiation exposure for patients due to speed of system and special software that automatically reduces radiation to lowest possible dose.
To find out more information about this scanner please call the Health Connection at Northwest Community Hospital at 847 618 4YOU