Radiology
Treatments and Services
Diagnostic Tests
Advanced Cardiac Imaging
BMC's Advanced Cardiac Imaging Program (ACIP) is a collaboration between the Section of Cardiovascular Medicine and the Department of Radiology.
Go to Detail PageAngiography
An angiography is an imaging test that uses x-rays to view the body’s blood vessels.
Go to Detail PageCardiac CT
Cardiac computed tomography (Cardiac CT) is an x-ray test that physicians use to take clear and detailed pictures of the heart. Cardiac CT is used to help detect or evaluate problems such as coronary heart disease, calcium buildup, pulmonary embolism, aneurysms, and dissections. It is sometimes used in patients who obtained unclear results from a previous stress test. Cardiac CT will likely not be used as a screening test in patients with no symptoms because of long-term radiation exposure concerns and lack of proven benefit.
Go to Detail PageChest X-ray
Chest x-rays provide an image of the heart, lungs, airways, blood vessels and bones in the spine and chest area. They can be used to look for broken bones, diseases like pneumonia, abnormalities, or cancer.
Go to Detail PageComputed Tomography (CT) Scan
CT scans use X-ray equipment and computer processing to produce 2-dimensional images of the body. The patient lies on a table and passes through a machine that looks like a large, squared-off donut.
Go to Detail PageCT Enterography
A CT Enterography is a special type of computed tomography (CT) imaging performed with intravenous contrast material after the ingestion of liquid that helps produce high resolution images of the small intestine in addition to the other structures in the abdomen and pelvis.
Go to Detail PageMagnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
This test uses a magnetic field, radiofrequency pulses, and a computer to produce detailed images of body structures in multiple planes. Some people may need an IV put in place so caregivers can inject a contrast solution into their veins. This depends on the exam the doctor has ordered. MRI is a more detailed tool than x-ray and ultrasound and for certain organs or areas of the body, it provides better images than CT.
Go to Detail PageMammogram
A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast that uses a small amount of radiation. A technologist will position your breast for the test. The breast will be compressed between two plates, and a picture will be taken.
Go to Detail PagePositron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan
A PET scan is used to detect cellular reactions to sugar. Abnormal cells tend to react and "light up" on the scan, thus helping physicians diagnose a variety of conditions. For the PET scan, a harmless chemical, called a radiotracer, is injected into your blood stream.
Go to Detail PageSPECT Scan
A SPECT scan is a nuclear imaging test that uses a radioactive substance and a special camera to create 3-D pictures and examine how a patient’s organs are working.
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Abscess Drainage
An abscess is a pus-filled pocket in the body. Abscess drainage removes the fluid from the abscess to keep infection from spreading.
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Biliary Drainage and Stenting
Biliary drainage and stenting are techniques used to help bile drain from your bile duct if you have a blockage.
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Cyst Aspirations
Cyst aspirations are used to drain fluid from a cyst.
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Dialysis Shunt/Fistula
A dialysis shunt, also called a dialysis fistula, is a connection between a vein and artery that helps your body create the flow of blood it needs for dialysis to work.
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Embolization
To put a medication or device into the bloodstream that will block blood vessels.
Go to Detail PageGastrostomy Tube
A gastrostomy tube, also called a G-tube, is a type of feeding tube used when people can't get nutrition through their mouth.
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Nephrostomy
Nephrostomy is an open created between the kidney and the skin that lets urine drain from your kidney through a catheter.
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Paracentesis
Paracentesis is a way of removing excess fluid from the abdomen using a needle or catheter.
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Steroid Injections
For conditions such as arthritis, sometimes steroid injections are required to relieve pain and swelling in a joint.
Go to Detail PageThoracentesis
Thoracentesis is a way of removing air or excess fluid from the space around your lungs.
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