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Had a ct scan with iv contrast of thorax and upper abdomen. what can be seen on this scan? which organs is now checked out?

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Dr. Corinne Deurdulian answered

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Lots of things!: Your scan included the base of neck, chest, including lymph nodes, blood vessels, the heart, and lungs, and upper abdomen. There is much to see but hopefully it will be ok.

Answered 7/27/2018

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A member asked:

Had a ct scan with iv contrast of thorax and upper abdomen. what can be seen on this scan? which organs is now checked out?

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Dr. Corinne Deurdulian answered

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