Overview of Computerized Tomography (CT) Scans

A computerized tomography (CT) scan is a diagnostic imaging technique used to produce detailed pictures of the bones, organs, and other tissues. It can be performed on any part of the body and does not cause pain or discomfort. Computerized tomography scans provide more detailed pictures of the structures inside a patient's body than a standard x-ray.

Many patients will need at least one imaging scan in their lifetime, and it is often a computerized tomography scan. These scans are quite important when it comes to diagnosing medical conditions.