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What does ct scan of head without contrast show?

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Dr. Steven Chmielewski answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Many things.: It can detect many conditions. Ct is particulaly good at detecting bleeding in the acute setting and hydrocephalus, and some masses. It's not nearly as good as MRI for looking at small structures and white matter disease. Both ct and MRI are usually more sensetive and specific when contrast is given.

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Answered 3/12/2020

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