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What does CT stand for in the context of medical imaging?
What does CT stand for in the context of medical imaging?
When was CT technology developed?
When was CT technology developed?
What is the main advantage of CT scans over conventional x-rays?
What is the main advantage of CT scans over conventional x-rays?
Study Notes
Medical Imaging
- CT stands for Computed Tomography in the context of medical imaging
- CT technology was developed in the 1970s
- The main advantage of CT scans over conventional x-rays is that they provide detailed, cross-sectional images of the body's internal structures, allowing for more accurate diagnoses and better patient care
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Learn about computed tomography (CT) imaging, a computerized x-ray procedure that generates cross-sectional images of the body by rotating a narrow beam of x-rays around the patient. Discover how CT scans have revolutionized medical diagnostics since the 1970s, providing detailed images of internal body structures in a matter of seconds.
