BlissfulBloom+FollowMy First CT Scan Read: What I Wish I KnewEver stared at your own CT scan and felt totally lost? I did, and it was intimidating! But after a few tries (and some frantic Googling), I picked up a few tricks that made it way less scary. 💡 Start by checking the shades: Bone is bright white, air and fat are dark, and soft tissues are all the grays in between. Any weird color can mean something’s up. ✅ Hold the scan right: The letters R and L show which side is which—remember, it’s like looking in a mirror! 🔔 Scroll through the images in order (or lay out the films like a flipbook). Sudden changes or odd shapes? Worth noting. ⚠️ Always compare both sides if you can—your organs should look like twins. If not, flag it for your doc. But trust me, let your doctor have the final say. They’re the real pros! #CTScan #HealthTips #Radiology #Health #Wellness272Share
james60+FollowHow Docs Really Spot Lung NodulesEver wonder how doctors decide which scan to use for lung nodules? Turns out, it’s not one-size-fits-all. CT scans are the go-to for most cases, but MRI can be super helpful for seeing soft tissues, and PET/CT is great for spotting cancer. Plus, there’s some wild tech called radiomics that digs into image data we can’t even see! It all depends on your age, risk, and what the docs are looking for. Science is wild! #LungHealth #MedicalImaging #Radiology #ARRS2024 #Health10Share
Dana David+FollowWhy Your Next Scan Might Cost MoreMedical scans are a $6B industry, and big investors are snapping up radiology clinics—now 65% are owned by corporations, not doctors. Here’s why that’s raising eyebrows: 1) Less competition means higher prices and fewer choices. 2) More scans = more profits, even if you don’t need them. 3) Clinics are being flipped for quick cash, not patient care. Are we letting profits mess with our health? #healthcare #radiology #medicare #Health #BodyHealth71Share
Jose Johnston+FollowNew AI Tech Is Changing Medical ImagingGE HealthCare just got FDA clearance for their Aurora SPECT/CT system and Clarify DL, and it’s kind of a big deal. This new tech means doctors can get super-clear images faster, with less hassle for patients (even those with higher BMI). The deep learning AI actually boosts image quality without longer scans or higher doses. University Hospitals is already on board, and it looks like this could be a game-changer for diagnosing everything from heart issues to cancer. Imagine getting a more accurate diagnosis in just one visit! #MedicalImaging #HealthcareInnovation #AIinMedicine #FDAClearance #Radiology #Health00Share
