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Can a ct scan without contrast detect a abdominal mass or is a ultra sound better if you can not do iv or oral contrast with the ct scan?

Q: can a ct scan without contrast detect a abdominal mass or is a ultra sound better if you can not do iv or oral contrast with the ct scan?

: CT remains superior at detecting structural detail with limitations created by lack of contrast. That is at the expense of more radiation when compared with ultrasound.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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CT remains superior at detecting structural detail with limitations created by lack of contrast. That is at the expense of more radiation when compared with ultrasound.

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/3/2021

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A member asked:

Can a ct scan without contrast detect a abdominal mass or is a ultra sound better if you can not do iv or oral contrast with the ct scan?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

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