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What should I expect during an abdominal ultrasound?

An abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves, kind of like the sonar that bats use, to create images of the structures within your abdomen. When these sound waves...

November 4, 2023 – 13 min read

Living Safely with Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

The aorta carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. Age, smoking and other factors can weaken the aortic wall, resulting in a balloon-like bulge called an aneurism. An abdominal...

November 8, 2021 – 3 min read

How Long Does a CT Scan of the Abdomen Take?

The quick, easy answer: About 30 minutes or less. Because of the advanced technology, a CT scan is one of the fastest ways to detect an illness or health problem in the abdomen....

December 2, 2020 – 3 min read

Five Cancers That Show up on CT Scans

5 Cancers a CT Scan Can Easily Detect Screening mammograms have the power to detect breast cancer. Colonoscopies can detect and prevent colon cancer. But not every cancer has a regular screening test—especially...

September 4, 2020 – 2 min read

Diagnosing Cancer with an Abdomen CT Scan

If your doctor suspects that you have cancer near your abdomen, they may recommend an abdomen CT scan. To help you prepare, here’s a look at what to expect and an overview of...

February 22, 2018 – 3 min read

Abdominal CT Scan Prep

Abdominal computed tomography (CT) scans use X-ray technology to generate pictures of your abdomen, and the prep for this type of scan is critically important. These images help your physician make an accurate...

December 22, 2016 – 3 min read