All about CT scans at Eutteum Internal Medicine in Samgye, Gimhae~!

 

To check the physical condition more precisely
You have a lot of CT scans.

I have no knowledge about CT scans and how they are performed.
Because you're unsure if it's progressing, it's natural to feel anxious.

 

Equipped with university hospital-level facilities and equipment
I am going to recommend Gimhae Samgye Eutteum Clinic.

 

 

And used at Gimhae Samgye Eutteum Clinic
I will tell you in detail about CT imaging techniques.

 

 

✔️What is a CT?

First, CT is an abbreviation for Computed Tomography.
It refers to computed tomography (CT).

 

The computer uses mathematical operations to analyze the cross-section of the human body.
Reconstructing the video in detail of human tissue
Not only clearly expressed but also
This is a test that can accurately distinguish between normal tissue and lesion tissue.

 

Although it is an examination with high-cost equipment, since medical insurance coverage is recognized
With advanced equipment necessary for early detection and diagnosis of diseases
Without pain or risk
We can perform tests quickly and accurately.

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At Gimhae Eutteum Internal Medicine,
Safe and fast testing with Revolution EVO!

 

 

Eutteum Internal Medicine's CT scanning equipment can operate with minimal radiation.
It is to implement high-definition video.

With GE Healthcare's smart CT platform
Reduce medical radiation exposure by more than 40%
It is said that images of all body parts can be distinguished up to 0.28mm.

From young children onwards on the expanded examination table
Rapid, patient-tailored treatment is also possible for patients with larger physiques.

 

✔️​CT scan procedure

 

Standard X-ray imaging technique
CT scans reveal details that could not be seen on regular X-rays.
Blood, cerebrospinal fluid, cortex, white matter, tumors, etc.
It can record even the tiniest differences in soft tissues.
Through a single examination, a lot of information about the human body can be obtained.
It can reduce the pain and time associated with duplicate testing.
It is a commonly used testing method.

 

1. The examination begins while lying on the table.
The table moves and enters into a cylindrical machine.
The table keeps moving and the cylinder rotates.
A cross-sectional image will be taken using X-ray.

 

2. Patients under the age of 5 must undergo testing at least 8 hours prior.
They say it's better not to let them sleep.
Because you must not move even a little at certain times
You may undergo a test after taking a potion that helps you sleep.
There may be differences depending on the test.
The total examination time, including pre-treatment time, is
It is expected to take about 30 to 40 minutes.

 

✔️When a CT scan is necessary

 

 

*Chest CT

If it applies to the case below, an accurate examination is necessary.
It is recommended that you undergo a chest CT scan.
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- Smokers (including former smokers)
- Individuals exposed to secondhand smoke
When experiencing chest tightness
- When cough symptoms persist continuously
- In case of family history of lung cancer
-When working for a long time in environments where smoke, asbestos, or arsenic are generated during cooking
- People who are exposed to smoke for a long time during cooking
People with severe waist circumference obesity

 

The most common cause of lung cancer, as we all know, is smoking.
Smokers have an 85% higher incidence of lung cancer compared to non-smokers.

Moreover, about 60 to 70 times higher than normal individuals.
The risk of developing lung cancer is high.

In particular, smokers with over 30 years of smoking history should undergo annual lung CT screenings.
It is highly recommended.

Since quitting smoking alone can increase healthy lifespan by 10 years, therefore
Just quitting smoking can prevent about 90% of lung cancer cases.

 

Lung cancer often shows no specific symptoms until it progresses to stage 3 or 4.
Most are difficult to operate on or treat once discovered.
The reason why lung cancer has a high mortality rate
Because it is difficult to detect early.
Approximately 20,000 people die from lung cancer each year.

 

Lung cancer, which has a higher mortality rate compared to its incidence rate
Because cases are rarely detected early
I can only say that 'prevention' and 'early diagnosis' are the best options.

 

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Abdominal CT
Then, in what cases is an abdominal CT necessary?
If it applies to the case below, a detailed examination is necessary.
It is recommended to have an abdominal CT scan.

 

Suspected pancreatic disease patient
Symptoms of jaundice, indigestion or abdominal pain after meals, along with a foul odor that stings the nose
In cases where there is floating oil on the stool or mucus-like stool,
If the color of the lesion is cream or gray,
Sudden onset of diabetes or a sudden deterioration of well-controlled blood sugar levels
- Chronic pancreatitis patient
- In case of a family history of pancreatic cancer

 

If there is an abnormality in the pancreas, indigestion or after eating
You may experience abdominal pain.
Even after a normal gastroscopy examination
If symptoms like the above continue, it could be a problem with the pancreas.

 

Additionally, in case of abnormalities in the pancreas
Seeing oily stool or gray stool, etc.
Symptoms of rectal bleeding may appear.

 

Because the pancreas also secretes hormones that regulate sugar levels,
If diabetes suddenly develops or blood sugar levels suddenly worsen
We need to suspect pancreatic disease.

Especially in cases of patients with chronic pancreatitis or a family history of pancreatic cancer
Due to the high risk of developing pancreatic cancer, through detailed examinations
It is good to check your pancreatic health.

 

✔️ Preparation and precautions for the test

 

Pregnant women or women who may be pregnant cannot undergo the test.
Since a drug called contrast agent is administered into the blood vessels, fasting is required 8 hours before the examination to minimize side effects.
If you are taking diabetes medication (metformin), it must be discontinued for 48 hours.

So far, at Gimhae Eutteum Clinic
I explained the methods of CT scanning and when a CT scan is necessary.

 

 

At Eutteum Internal Medicine, we offer not only CT scans but also
You can comfortably receive a health check-up even on Sundays!
We also conduct health check-ups on the third Sunday of every month.

 

 

Medical examinations are available only for pre-registrants.
National health checkups, colonoscopy, and ultrasound examinations are available.

 

 

For examinations such as endoscopy or ultrasound in Gimhae
There is no need to visit a university hospital or a general hospital at all.
Gained over 10 years of experience and expertise at university hospitals and general hospitals
If you visit Eutteum Clinic in Samgye-dong, Gimhae, where excellent medical staff are available
You will be able to maintain your health through thorough medical care.