CT Scan Brain

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Understanding CT scans

National Libraries of Medicine

This nice tutorial will give you the tools to understand how a CT scan of your brain works and what it might be able to tell you.

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Get answers

Brigham and Women's Hosp

This nice FAQ covers all the practical questions about CT scans for brains or other organs. Don't be anxious; be informed.

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CT quick facts

Cleveland Clinic

Want to find the basics on CT scans? Brain imaging is explained here in a short, easy-to-read article.

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CT, PET or MRI?

University of Washington

Explore this short discussion of the pros and cons of various imaging procedures. Talk with your physician about whether a CT scan of brain tissue could be your best bet.

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The CT 411

Radiology Info

Read this detailed overview to understand the how, what and why of CT scans of the brain.

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Take a look

Mayo Clinic

Wondering what a CT scan of the brain actually looks like? This is the resource for you. Check out the images first hand.

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Stroke smarts

Medicine Net

CT scans check the brain for signs of clots or bleeding after patients show signs of a recent stroke. Learn all about strokes and what warning signs to look for here.

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CT for aneurysm dx

Brain aneurysm

A CT scan of your brain might be used to detect an aneurysm, an abnormal bulging of an artery in the brain. Read on to see how CT scans can help make this diagnosis.

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Too much of a good thing?

US News and World Rpt

Brains and other organs might be at risk from too much radiation. Read here as a radiologist shares insight on the overuse of CT scans of the brain.

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Weigh your stroke risk

Natl Stroke Assn

There are some risk factors for stroke, a common reason for a doctor to order CT scans of your brain, that you really can do something about. Take this advice on healthy lifestyle changes you can make.

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Could a CT scan of your brain be just what the doctor ordered? Review this explanation of the other kinds of brain scans available so that you can make an informed decision.

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