Low-dose CT

Definition With the help of a CT, ionizing radiation is used to obtain high-resolution images of the body. A low-dose CT uses a particularly low radiation dose compared to a normal CT. This reduces the radiation dose to the patient, which is associated with risks. Low-dose CT is used, among other things, to detect stones … Low-dose CT

Evaluation | Low-dose CT

Evaluation The CT image is evaluated by a radiologist. The results are given to the treating physician. CT images, including those of a low-dose CT, have a significantly better resolution than normal X-rays. Therefore, much more can be recognized and diagnosed on them. However, even here the images are not always 100% clear. For example, … Evaluation | Low-dose CT

Duration | Low-dose CT

Duration A CT examination does not take long in itself. Depending on the areas from which the low-dose CT is to be performed, the examination itself is usually completed within a few minutes. However, there are often longer waiting times before the examination. The actual creation of the image, i.e. the scanning of the body … Duration | Low-dose CT