Imaging Flashcards
1
Q
Advantages for computed tomography (CT)?
A
Sensitive and specific for fractures
Useful for rapid assessment of brain/neurologic injury
2
Q
Advantages for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)?
A
Images soft tissue well
Good sensitivity/no radiation
3
Q
Advantages for conventional radiograph (xray)?
A
Time/cost efficient
Low risk/non-invasive
Good screening tool
4
Q
Advantages for duel energy xray absortiometry (DEXA)?
A
Good for measuring bone density
Can determine body composition (gold standard)
5
Q
Advantages for radionuclide scintography (bone scan)?
A
Good for detection of stress fracture
Highly sensitive
6
Q
Advantages for ultrasonography?
A
Useful for OBGYN and musculoskeletal imaging
