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Welcome to A-level ICT
Body scanning is widely used in patient care.
MRI
MRI
provide a tremendous level of detail on tissue information, i.e. very good for detecting brain tumours.
CT / CAT
CT / CAT
produces a complete 3D model of a patient’s bones and internal organs.
PET
PET
produces three-dimensional image or picture of functional processes in the body
Advantages of Body Scanning
Advantages of Body Scanning
Allows (accurate) diagnosis without the need for surgery.
Leads to faster recovery.
Removes the danger of post operative infections.
Surgeon better prepared as knows what he is going to find before cutting open the body.
Disadvantages of Body Scanning
Disadvantages of Body Scanning
Expensive to purchase or expensive to run/maintain
Can be claustrophobic.
Could result in the loss of traditional diagnostic skills.
Have to keep still for long periods in MRI.
Health risks – increased risk of cancer –exposure to radiation.
Patients with pacemakers and metallic limbs cannot go through scanners.
Need for expert training / interpretation.
Postcode lottery.
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