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Is a spiral (helical) computerized tomography ct of the chest the same thing as a high-resolution ct scan?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
See below: They can often be the same thing---when in doubt---ask the doctor who ordered your test.
Answered 9/11/2013
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No: Essentially all ct now is spiral. High resolution ct of the chest is a special exam to evaluate the lung tissue using very fine slices and special image manipulation to see fine detail in the tubes and air sacs of the lung.
Answered 11/6/2014
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No: The term "spiral ct" is basically a generic descriptor of almost any ct examination performed today as sequential scanners are rarely, if ever, still in use. "high-resolution ct scans" are ct exams using a specific protocol designed to evaluate the lungs. The main indication for this exam is to evaluate for interstitial lung disease/fibrosis.
Answered 1/5/2019
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