July 2020 - Envision Radiology

Types of X-rays

It can feel scary when your doctor orders an x-ray, and no one wants to hear they need further testing. However, x-rays are quick, painless procedures that help your doctor identify the cause of your symptoms, so you can get the treatment you need. Doctors use different types of x-rays to diagnose everything from minor […]

X-rays

Role of MRIs in Detecting Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s is a neurological disease affecting the neurons of the brain. It is an irreversible condition that progresses quickly, and no testing can definitively diagnose it. However, as we learn more about this detrimental condition, we can better understand how to detect it. MRIs are one of these methods, allowing us to see how the […]

MRI

What Do Doctors Look for on Mammograms?

Mammograms are one of the best and most effective ways to detect abnormalities in breast tissue, including cancer. Getting a mammogram can be an uncomfortable experience, but the end result is worth it. Just what do radiologists look for in a mammogram? A radiologist will look at the mammogram images to find any sort of changes […]

Mammography

How CT Scans and MRIs Are Used to Diagnose Strokes

A stroke is a debilitating condition that can negatively alter a person’s life, especially if left untreated. Early diagnosis of a stroke — including what type it is — can greatly reduce the stroke patient’s chances of living with a disability. Computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are two of the best […]

CT Scans MRI

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Month: July 2020

Types of X-rays

Role of MRIs in Detecting Alzheimer’s

What Do Doctors Look for on Mammograms?

How CT Scans and MRIs Are Used to Diagnose Strokes