CT Scan
A CT Scan (Computerised Tomography Scan) uses X-rays and a computer to create detailed images of the inside of the body.
Description
A CT Scan is a Clinical Investigation.
A CT Scan (Computerised Tomography Scan) uses X-rays and a computer to create detailed images of the inside of the body.
A CT Scan can be used to diagnose or monitor many different health conditions, including cancer and bone disease. It is often used to provide views of the body before another procedure takes place, such as a Biopsy or Radiotherapy treatment.
For further information on CT Scans, see the NHS website at: CT scan.
Also Known As
This NHS business definition is also known by these names:
| Context | Alias |
|---|---|
| Full name | Computerised Tomography Scan |
| Plural | CT Scans |
| Short name | CT |
Where Used
| Type | Link | How used |
|---|---|---|
| Data Element | CANCER IMAGING MODALITY | references in description CT Scan |
| Attribute | CANCER IMAGING MODALITY | references in description CT Scan |
| NHS Business Definition | CT Scan | references in description CT Scan |
| Attribute | INTERNATIONAL NEUROBLASTOMA RISK GROUP STAGING SYSTEM STAGE | references in description CT Scan |
| Data Element | INTERNATIONAL NEUROBLASTOMA RISK GROUP STAGING SYSTEM STAGE | references in description CT Scan |
| Supporting Information | Main Specialty and Treatment Function Codes Table | references in description CT Scan |
| Attribute | PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING TYPE | references in description CT Scan |
| Data Element | PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING TYPE | references in description CT Scan |
| NHS Business Definition | Pretext Staging System | references in description CT Scan |
| Data Element | RADIOTHERAPY PLAN OTHER PROCEDURE | references in description CT Scan |
| Attribute | RADIOTHERAPY PLAN OTHER PROCEDURE | references in description CT Scan |
| NHS Business Definition | Radiographer | references in description CT Scan |
