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What is an Arthrogram?
A regular X-ray is an important tool in medicine that can give your doctor a great deal of information in some cases. If you have potential damage or disease in or around a joint, however, an arthrogram may yield more information. In this blog, the board-certified radiologis...
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What is Interventional Radiology?
When you have cancer, cardiovascular disease or other serious conditions, traditional treatments sometimes involve the use of open surgery, which comes with severe risks, such as excessive bleeding. Interventional radiology lowers the need for open surgery by providing an al...
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Self Breast Exam: Step by Step
A self-breast exam provides you with a chance to discover if you might have a problem with one or both breasts that needs further examination. These exams are an important part of detecting possible signs of breast cancer as early as possible, which can significantly improve...
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Why Diagnostic Imaging Saves Lives
When doctors are trying to diagnose medical problems and need additional information, diagnostic imaging can provide them with a more accurate picture of what is going on inside your body. These imaging tests offer detailed images of specific areas, so doctors can determine ...
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Should I get an MRI?
When you have an injury or a suspected illness, imaging tests, such as an MRI, can provide more detailed information on the affected area. This information helps healthcare providers make a more accurate diagnosis while also determining how severe an injury or illness is. An...
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What Is a Digital X-Ray?
Just about anyone who has ever visited the dentist or had a broken bone has had an x-ray in the past. Digital x-rays are the next step in evolution for x-ray technology. They provide all of the ease and convenience of conventional x-rays for recognizing problems with bones, ...
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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month provides an opportunity for taking steps to increase awareness of this disease and helping women understand how to lower their risk of it. This includes spreading awareness of Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which is an infection that can increase...
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Should I Get a Thyroid Biopsy?
Thyroid biopsies are typically performed in order to determine if lumps or nodules in the neck are cancerous. If you’ve been diagnosed with thyroid nodules, your doctor will most likely recommend having a biopsy. Although cancerous nodules are rare, it’s still important ...
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When Should I See a Radiologist?
A radiologist is an important partner in your healthcare, working with your family physician as well as other doctors to ensure that you get the best possible care. They review, interpret, and communicate the results of the scans to help aid in making a diagnosis. What shoul...
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What are the Benefits of Genetic Testing?
Genetic testing offers a way for you to find out if you have an increased risk of certain diseases, including breast cancer. For example, women with a BRCA gene mutation have a higher risk of breast and ovarian cancer. In order to protect your health, it’s important to und...
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