Computed body tomography

Abstract

It is probably safe to say that only the surface of the diagnostic possibilities inherent in CT imaging has been scratched. Solid organ pathology is readily visible in most instances by CT. With further extension of our knowledge and development of newer contrast agents, the ability of CT to image a wide range of diseases appears almost limitless. At present it is obvious that this modality, although quite expensive, is most useful in the region of tumor detection and staging. The future holds promise of cardiovascular imaging.