Question 1

is there anything that can cause a ct scan not to be able to see my pelvic organs?

Accepted Answer

CT scans: Ct scans can be very insensitive in evaulating pelvic organs due to the crowded nature of the pelvis, as well as the surrounding bones (the pelvis itself).  Mri and ultrasound are better at characterizing the pelvic organs.

Question 2

if dr orders a ct scan of abd/pelvic w/contrast an without, i can see it being done with contrast but what's the purpose of having it also without?

Accepted Answer

Several reasons: Most of the time, IV contrast is all you need for ct a/p.  In some cases, it may be necessary to do both (and sometimes delayed images, too) to fully characterize something (e.g., some adrenal nodules,  certain kidney or liver problems).  There is added radiation each time you scan, so it is worth asking whether it is necessary for your problem.  That said, it is common to do multiple phases.

Question 3

do ct pelvis show anything embarrassing?

Accepted Answer

Physicians: Do not consider imaging findings embarrassing or non-embarrassing. This is not part of our medical focus and the words have no meaning in medicine. What is important is whether the findings are (or are not) important in the management of a patient's symptoms.

Question 4

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 5

what makes a ct colonography any better than a regular pelvic ct w/contrast??

Accepted Answer

CT colonography : CT: colonography is performed using a different protocol than a  CT scan of the abdomen, designed to give better views of the inside of the colon. Having said that, there are still a significant number of false positives and negatives associated with CT colonography. If there are questions, a colonoscopy is likely better. Good luck.

Question 6

just left the ed, ct showed lesion an spleen and free fluid in pelvic area, what are the possible causes of these findings?

Accepted Answer

Spleen/free fluid: it is hard to know what the lesion in your spleen is without a better description. Some free fluid in the pelvis is normal, a larger amount may indicate a rupture. Review the scan with your doctor today to sort this out. All the best.

Question 7

dx for ct scan of abd/pelvic with an w/out contrast, not sure why both is needed but shouldnt it be stated if its oral or iv contrast?

Accepted Answer

Contrast: It depends on what is being looked for check with your doctor.

Question 8

dr. has gotten my results of ct abd/pelvis w/wo contrast. message said nothing urgent found. what are examples of urgent vs non urgent results?

Accepted Answer

Ct readings: Urgent are things that can kill you if you don't do something quickly, like a big aneurysm, a large stone obstructing the kidneys... Non urgent are things that can wait until you show up to the clinic for discussion.

Question 9

results of ct w/ contrast "trace periureteral stranding at level of pelvic inlet, stranding is near appendiceal tip". what does this mean to me?

Accepted Answer

Very vague : This radiologists description is very vague and conveys no particular clinical meaning.  If you are concerned or having symptoms see a physician for physical examination.

Question 10

do urologist learn female anatomy?my uro treats chronic pelvic pain & giving me a pudandal nerve block i want to make sure he knows what he is doing

Accepted Answer

Pudendal block: It is uncommon to give pudendal blocks for pelvic pain in women. First of all, the pain may be coming from ovarian or uterine origin. At 23, you should see an ob/gyn to make sure of the cause, before consenting to have a nerve block which may not be necessary at all.

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A member asked:

Is there anything that can cause a ct scan not to be able to see my pelvic organs?

A member asked:

If dr orders a ct scan of abd/pelvic w/contrast an without, i can see it being done with contrast but what's the purpose of having it also without?

A member asked:

Do ct pelvis show anything embarrassing?

A member asked:

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

A member asked:

What makes a ct colonography any better than a regular pelvic ct w/contrast??

A member asked:

Just left the ed, ct showed lesion an spleen and free fluid in pelvic area, what are the possible causes of these findings?

A member asked:

Dx for ct scan of abd/pelvic with an w/out contrast, not sure why both is needed but shouldnt it be stated if its oral or iv contrast?

A member asked:

Dr. has gotten my results of ct abd/pelvis w/wo contrast. message said nothing urgent found. what are examples of urgent vs non urgent results?

A member asked:

Results of ct w/ contrast "trace periureteral stranding at level of pelvic inlet, stranding is near appendiceal tip". what does this mean to me?

A member asked:

Do urologist learn female anatomy?my uro treats chronic pelvic pain & giving me a pudandal nerve block i want to make sure he knows what he is doing

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