What is CT Scan (Computed Tomography Scan) and What it Does?

A computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan allows doctors to see inside your body. It uses a combination of X-rays and a computer to create pictures of your organs, bones, and other tissues. It shows more detail than a regular X-ray. You can get a CT scan on any part of your body. The procedure doesn't take very long, and it's painless. Lets get to know more about it.
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MEDICAL ANIMATION TRANSCRIPT:  

Good morning.
Hey.. What happened ?
I was suffering from shortness of breath for the whole night
Are you still suffering from it?
Yes, I am.
Without any delay, you must visit the doctor ?
Yes, let me take the appointment with the doctor.
Don’t worry, everything will be fine.
Your symptoms are similar to that of emphysema.
Emphysema?
Yes, It’s a lung disease and to ensure your symptoms, I recommend you get a CT scan done.
CT scan. What is it ?
Let me explain .
This is a CT scan machine .
A machine that allows doctors to see inside your body.
It uses X-rays
It gives more detail than a regular x-ray.
It can be performed on any part of your body.
How does it work ?
It uses a narrow x-ray beam that circles around a part of your body.
It provides a series of images from various angles.
A computer uses these images to reach the result.
How is it done?
You will lie on a table inside the machine.
As the table moves the x-rays start rotating around your body.
You need to avoid any movement that can hamper the images.
The process can take a few minutes to half an hour.
What is it used for?
It is used to detect internal injuries.
It can detect bone and joint problems like-fractures and tumors.
It helps in detecting problems like-cancer, heart disease, liver, emphysema.
It helps doctors to suggest
Treatment plans
Procedures

CT scan with contrast
It is used to detect very soft tissues.
A contrast material is used for close images.
After the test drink plenty of fluids to ease the effect of contrast material.

Preparation
Inform your doctor if you are
Pregnant or might be pregnant
Allergic to contrast material
Diabetic
Kidney issues

Thank you doctor.
Now, I have decided to go for the test.
Very good.
It will help me diagnose your problem better.
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TimeStamps
0:00 Introduction to CT Scan
1:10 How does it work ?
1:28 How is it done?
1:44 What is it used for?
2:07 CT scan with contrast
2:24 Preparation
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