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CT: Head Scan: How to prepare and what to expect - 04/2021

CT: Head Scan: How to prepare and what to expect
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Abstract

This handout describes CT head scans. It includes how the scan works, how it is done, how to prepare for it, what to expect, and how to get the results.

Author
Radiology/Imaging Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2005
Revision Date
04/2021
General Subject
Diagnostic Tests
Neurological Disorders
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Brain
Brain Disorders
Brain Injuries
CT Scan (computed tomography scan)
Radiology
Stroke
Languages
English
Record ID
3070