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Angiography
For
visualization of the heart and blood vessels.
Aqueous iodine compounds of various strengths are
used for radiographic contrast, and a rapid
series of films is taken using highly specialized
equipment.
Computed Tomography (CT)
A computerized radiographic technique that
produces detailed cross-sectional images of
various parts of the body.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
A magnetic field and pulses of radio waves
are combined to produce a radio signal in the
body that can be detected and processed to
provide images on the computer monitor.
Mammography
Radiographic imaging of the soft tissues of
the breast for diagnosis of benign or malignant
breast lesions.
Nuclear Medicine
The introduction of radioactive materials
into the body to produce computerized images of
various organs.
Radiation Therapy
Precise use of ionizing radiation to treat
cancer lesions.
Ultrasound
The use of high frequency- non ionizing sound
waves to create an image of a particular
structure.
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