Question 1

can there be such thing as a contrast only abdomen/pelvic ct?

Accepted Answer

Yes: When done with IV contrast, the ct scan is usually only done after the contrast is given rather than before and after.  This lowers the radiation dose.  Certain special protocols may involve scans both before and after IV contrast, such as when evaluating kidney lesions.

Question 2

what is ct scan of abdomen and pelvic with contrast?

Accepted Answer

X-ray of your belly: Ct, or computed tomography is a special was of taking x-rays that allows up to see the body in slices.  We use contrast, a type of x-ray dye, to better see blood vessels (iv contrast) and the GI tract (oral contrast).  The abdomen covers from the diaphragms through the kidneys, and the pelvis covers from the hip bones to your upper thighs.  They are done for mahy reasons, not just cancer staging.

Question 3

ct scan of abdomen and pelvic with contrast means what?

Accepted Answer

Ct scan abdomen/pelv: It means you had symptoms related to your stomach and your doctor wanted to find out the cause and thats why he/she ordered the test.

Question 4

what are different types of hernia in abdomen? would a ct with oral contrast of abdomen/pelvic show a hernia? any kind.

Accepted Answer

Physical Exam Best: The most common hernias of the abdominal wall include the groin/inguinal region, the umbilicus, and the upper-middle abdomen.  Hernias may also develop anywhere one has had an incision from prior surgery.  The best way to demonstrate a hernia is by physical examination.  If unclear, a ct may be helpful but it can miss hernias and, in the groin especially, may not differentiate a hernia from fat.

Question 5

can 2 ct scans with contrast miss anything wrong in the abdomen and pelvis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Every test has limitations. The ct scans may not have found the problem, but they have likely eliminated some possibilities.  If you have had 2 ct scans and the symptoms persist, follow up with you doctor to determine if any other tests are needed.

Question 6

a recent non-contrast ct of the abdomen/pelvis said, "there is likely some retained oral contrast in the colon." i never had contrast. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Oral contrast: Most ct scans of the abdomen and pelvis are done with both IV and oral contrast. If you had oral contrast then that's what it likely is.

Question 7

i got ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with iv contrast. the last time i got a ct scan last year they gave me oral and iv contrast but not oral contrast today. will this impact anything since they used iv contrast but not oral?

Accepted Answer

: Oral contrast is only important if they look for abnormality of the hollow organs in the abdomen such as stomach, intestine or colon.
Generally, CT of the abdomen and pelvis with both oral and IV contrast is preferred by radiologist than IV contrast alone for reading the images. However, sometimes because of the urgency of the test, oral contrast cannot be done.

Question 8

would ct scan of chest abdomen and pelvis with contrast help diagnosis of celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

Doubt it: If any irregularities in the intestinal wall were found, it  would be just that, irregularities. Their presence would  suggest a problem but the overlap with other possible conditions would make the information inconclusive. A normal study would also not rule out the condition.

Question 9

can a ct scan contrast cause abdomen pain and back pain all day long.my husband had a scan for abd nd pelvis. havin this pain the preceding day.

Accepted Answer

Can.: Oral contrast can cause constipation which could lead to those symptoms.  Should resolve with time as long as the CT did not demonstrate something that could interfere. Can use a laxative if necessary and not contraindicated.

Question 10

negative beta hcg on 07/10/14. ct scan chest abdomen pelvis w/contrast 07/17/14.  positive beta hcg on 07/30/14.  risk to fetus from ct scan?

Accepted Answer

Low: There is " watershed" period usually before the woman knows she is pregnant that the fetus is usually protected from harm.  Follow-up with your doctor however.

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Can there be such thing as a contrast only abdomen/pelvic ct?

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What is ct scan of abdomen and pelvic with contrast?

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Ct scan of abdomen and pelvic with contrast means what?

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What are different types of hernia in abdomen? would a ct with oral contrast of abdomen/pelvic show a hernia? any kind.

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Can 2 ct scans with contrast miss anything wrong in the abdomen and pelvis?

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A recent non-contrast ct of the abdomen/pelvis said, "there is likely some retained oral contrast in the colon." i never had contrast. what is it?

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I got ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with iv contrast. the last time i got a ct scan last year they gave me oral and iv contrast but not oral contrast today. will this impact anything since they used iv contrast but not oral?

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Would ct scan of chest abdomen and pelvis with contrast help diagnosis of celiac disease?

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Can a ct scan contrast cause abdomen pain and back pain all day long.my husband had a scan for abd nd pelvis. havin this pain the preceding day.

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Negative beta hcg on 07/10/14. ct scan chest abdomen pelvis w/contrast 07/17/14. positive beta hcg on 07/30/14. risk to fetus from ct scan?

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