CT Scan Brain
treatments
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.
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.
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.
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.
The CT 411
Radiology Info
Read this detailed overview to understand the how, what and why of CT scans of the brain.
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.
symptoms
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.
risks
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.
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.
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.
alternatives
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.


