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What is ct scan used for?
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Multiple indications: CT is very widely used in diagnosis, from evaluation of the nervous system to cardiac and lung pathology to abdominal diseases and even musculoskeletal assessments.
Answered 3/12/2020
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The potential: indications of CT are numerous. CT can be used to evaluate anatomy and diagnose abnormalities in almost any part of the body. CT can also be used as image guidance for a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. CT can also be used to monitor therapeutic responses for certain diseases.
Answered 1/5/2019
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