Procedures Offered
Calcium Scoring Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is the #1 killer of men and women in the United States. And it can remain completely asymptomatic for decades. Fortunately, a 10-minute noninvasive Calcium Scoring screening exam uses CT technology to detect the amount of calcified (hardened) plaque in your coronary arteries – and determine your risk for […]
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What are Nuclear Medicine Scans? Nuclear Medicine is a subspecialty within the field of radiology. It includes diagnostic imaging studies that demonstrate body anatomy and function. The images are based on the distribution of a radioactive substance given to the patient, either intravenously, by mouth or inhaled into the lungs. Generally, radiation to the patient […]
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Uterine Fibroids are the most common form of noncancerous uterine tumors, affecting 25 – 40% of American women. While not life-threatening, fibroids can cause significant discomfort and heavy menstrual bleeding. Fortunately, hysterectomy is no longer the only option. Charlotte Radiology’s interventional radiologists can perform a minimally invasive procedure called Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) that can provide significant and lasting symptomatic relief without compromising fertility.
Computed Tomography (CT) CT is a noninvasive test that’s able to generate internal images of the body to help physicians accurately diagnose – or rule out – injuries or diseases. CT is often used to determine the cause of unexplained pain, dizziness or shortness of breath, or to further evaluate areas of interest found in […]
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) MRI uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and computers to produce detailed images of the body’s internal structures. It’s a safe way for doctors to get an inside look at the body’s bones, organs and tissues – without using radiation. It may be used to help diagnose or monitor treatment […]
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X-Ray X-rays, or radiographs, are the oldest and most commonly used form of medical imaging. During an X-ray, X-ray beams pass through the body to create images of the body’s internal structures, helping physicians to diagnose and treat medical conditions. X-ray beams pass through the body to create black, white and gray photos. Dense materials […]
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General Ultrasound Ultrasound produces images of soft tissue and organs in the body by using sound waves that generate a real-time image. Ultrasound can detect diseased or damaged tissues, locate abnormal growths and identify a wide variety of conditions, enabling your radiologist to make a quick and accurate diagnosis. Ultrasound uses a transducer (wand-shaped device) […]
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Coronary CT Angiography (CCTA) Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is the most common heart disease in the US. Caused by plaque buildup in the wall of the arteries that supply blood to the heart, CAD can be life-threatening – particularly because it can go undetected if no symptoms are present. CT imaging can be used to […]
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Upper Gastrointestinal Exam The upper gastrointestinal (UGI) tract extends from the esophagus to the end of the small bowel. Three separate X-ray examinations may be done, either alone or in combination, to produce images of this system. The 3 exams are: Barium Swallow, an examination of the canal in the throat that leads from the […]
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Barium Enema A barium enema is a diagnostic X-ray examination of the colon (the large intestine) to check for colon cancer, polyps, diverticula or other abnormalities. FAQ How should I prepare? Expand For a Barium Enema, the preparation consists of 1 Dulcolax Suppository, 4 Dulcolax Tablets and one 11 ounce bottle of Magnesium Citrate. The […]
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Intravenous Pyelogram An Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP) is an X-ray examination of the kidneys, ureters (ducts that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder) and urinary bladder. An IVP study uses a contrast medium made of iodine to enhance the images and allow the organs of the urinary tract to be differentiated from the surrounding […]
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Arthrography Arthrography is a diagnostic tool that physicians use to evaluate joints. It works in conjunction with CT technology to provide physicians with a closer look at a patient’s hips, wrists, ankles, shoulders or knees. A contrast medium is injected into the joint to enhance visualization of the area, revealing joint abnormalities like cartilage tears […]
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Nerve Root Block A selective Nerve Root Block is a minimally invasive procedure used as a therapeutic tool to relieve pain in the lower back or leg. Physicians perform selective nerve root blocks when symptoms appear to be related to a single abnormality, and when there is a need to assess which nerve is specifically […]
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Facet Injection A Facet Injection is a minimally invasive procedure that can determine if back pain is originating from facet joints (small joints on the back of the spine). This can be a major source of pain for some patients, but fortunately Facet Injections can be used as a therapeutic tool to provide relief. Radiologists […]
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