Body Scan Technology In Oklahoma and Texas
When it comes to the early detection and risk assessment of cancer and heart disease, body scans are our leading technological resource. The technology involved in this form of image testing has come a long way throughout the years, and our body scan technology is no different. In fact, Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) scans are counted in the top five medical developments over the last 40 years. At Advanced Body Scan, we are able to take imaging of your entire body, screening for cancer, heart disease, and other health problems. CT scans can detect and help us prevent health problems before they have a chance to get worse.
The Technology Behind Our CT Scans
Our preventive scanning technology is based on the latest generation of Computed Tomography and may well be the best scanning technology available for detecting coronary calcium in the coronary arteries. Early detection of this calcium will lead to far more effective heart disease treatment.
The CT scans the body at an extremely high speed and freezes the image of the moving heart. It can take many images within the time of a single heartbeat. This means that we are able to detect calcium deposits quickly and accurately.
Body CT Scans
At Advanced Body Scan, our technology can detect a variety of health problems - most notably, heart disease and cancer. We can detect:
- Pancreatic Cancer: This form of cancer is difficult to detect early, as the pancreas is located so deep within the body, and early growths are thus unable to be detected by a simple physical exam. It isn’t until the cancer has spread to other organs that patients typically feel symptoms. Fortunately, our GE CT body scan is one of the most effective methods of detecting signs of pancreatic cancer early on.
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: This is an often slow-growing disease that shows no symptoms, making it difficult and rare to detect. Tears and ruptures in an aortic aneurysm can result in fatal internal bleeding. Larger and faster growing aneurysms present a greater risk of rupture. Symptoms include a pulsating feeling around the navel, pain in or on the side of the abdomen, and back pain. However, for the majority of victims, there are few noticeable symptoms until it is often too late. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms come with the risk of blood clots, which can block blood flow to the abdominal organs, kidneys, toes, and legs. Our body scan technology can detect Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms for quicker, more effective treatment.
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm: The single largest blood vessel in the body is the aorta. While it is a strong and resilient blood vessel, its walls can become damaged, resulting in an Aortic Aneurysm that can result in fatal internal bleeding. This can also force blood flow away from organs and tissues, leading to potential stroke, kidney damage, heart attack, or death. Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms occur in the chest and should be annually monitored for growth. Generally, these do not manifest any symptoms until the point at which they burst. Our GE CT body scan can non-invasively detect Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and may be your best defense from these fatal attacks.
At Advanced Body Scan, we detect health problems related to specific organs, including:
- Heart: We can detect early signs of coronary artery disease, signs of a heart attack, and stroke. We can also assess the pericardium, heart size, and heart valve calcification.
- Lungs: We can detect cancerous masses in the lungs before they can grow and become fatal for safer, more effective treatment as well as emphysema, hiatal hernia, and more.
