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How accurate are ct scans for brain tumors?
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VARIABLE: Ct scans can often detect an abnormality. Use of contrast will identify additional lesions. However, use of MRI scanning with and without contrast can often more clearly show a brain tumor.
Answered 7/7/2015
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