Diagnostic imaging: getting the inside view
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Physicians are better able to detect disease earlier and to avoid exploratory surgery with the availability of better diagnostic imaging tools such as x-rays, ultrasonography, computed tomography (CT scan) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). X-rays are more commonly used to detect medical problems which include tumors, body tissue changes and bone problems. Untrasound uses high-frequency sound, no radiation, and is used to view internal organs in motion, such as a fetus.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 1999
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Diagnostic ultrasound
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Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to produce an instant picture of the body's internal organs. Ultrasound technology is used to examine the heart, blood vessels, abdomen, prostate gland and pelvis.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 1992
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Chronic voice disorders: new diagnostic and surgical procedures show promise
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Video-laryngoscopy is a new procedure for diagnosing voice disorders that uses a tiny video camera to observe and video tape vocal cord activity. Some conditions can be improved through an operation called a thyroplasty.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 1993
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